Best Vic Falls activities: 9. See Victoria Falls Bridge from a steam train
Experience the historic bridge the way its creators envisaged: in a steam train.
Best Vic Falls activities: 5. Go on a sunset cruise in Victoria Falls
Dusk is a special time to be on the river, with a cold drink in your hands and the sound of the waterfalls at your back.
Things to do in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe: Top ten activities
Victoria Falls never disappoints, whether you’re seeing the Falls themselves for the first time, or catching your breath after gorge swinging over the Zambezi River. Top ten things to do in Victoria Falls Town, Zimbabwe Click on the headings below … Continued
Best Vic Falls activities: 1. See The Smoke That Thunders
There are no words to describe what it feels like to see Victoria Falls, or “The Smoke that Thunders”, for the first time.
The roadtrip that roared: #9 Harare and Coffee
Harare is where I was brought up – it feels like home. When we arrived back in the capital, it was great to re-visit familiar places and explore new ones – and by ‘places’, I mainly mean eateries! First stop … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #8 Town and Gorge
Victoria Falls town: The town of Victoria Falls may seem small, but it has lots of shops and restaurants for its size – we didn’t have a chance to see even half of them, unfortunately. Some visitors talk about the … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #7 Vultures at lunch, hippos at supper
Vulture-feeding: After lunch, residents and day guests at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge are treated to a special sight… We were sitting on the deck and a guide invited us to go with him into the clearing in front of the … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #5 The Boma
On one of our evenings in Victoria Falls we had dinner at The Boma. I’d heard mixed opinions about it – some say it’s a tourist gimmick, some say it’s a priceless cultural experience. It cost around $40 per person … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #4 Waterfalls, casinos and golf courses
The falls of the same name: Today was the day we were going to see Victoria Falls, or just “the falls” as everyone calls it. Talking about Victoria Falls can get confusing – there is the town of Victoria Falls, … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #3 The roaring cloud of Victoria Falls
The drive from Bulawayo to Victoria Falls seems like one long, straight roads. We set off at about 10am and stopped off in Hwange town to get fuel. Some people stop off at Hwange Safari Lodge for lunch (which means … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: introduction and post roundup
In May 2012 we went on an amazing holiday to Zimbabwe. We went to 4 places, all very different, and all offering something very special. We drove +/- 3200 km (2000 miles) in 3 weeks and visited Harare, Bulawayo, Victoria … Continued
Zimbabwe’s world-class nature list
I’m often struck by how much Zimbabwe has to offer, especially on the safari and scenery front. Zimbabwe’s game reserves aren’t as famous as the Serengeti or Masai Mara, but they have world-class wildlife and unspoiled natural beauty. Zimbabwe can definitely … Continued
Day trips from Harare: Best excursions in 2022
Want to get a break from the bustle of Harare city? Here’s my list of the best day trips from Harare. Many of the venues offer accommodation, so they make great weekend breaks from Harare, too.
Best places to visit in Harare: Top activities and sights in 2022
Zimbabwe’s capital city of Harare has something for everyone – you just have to know where to look …
