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Victoria Falls: The Zambia vs Zimbabwe Question
When visiting Victoria Falls, travellers have the option of flying into the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, or Livingstone in Zambia. But which is better?
Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area: travel information
The Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area is situated in the north-east of Zimbabwe, roughly 180 km from Harare. The name ‘Mavhuradonha’ roughly translates from chiShona language as ‘dripping water’ which describes the delicate rain that sometimes descends on the slopes of the … Continued
FAQs on self-drive in Zimbabwe – answered by a local expert
Introduction: A lot of readers of this website ask me questions on the topic of self-drive in Zimbabwe. That’s why I’m excited that Ant from ManaPools.com has written this promo post based on his experience. I hope that any aspiring … Continued
A picnic in Haka Game Park, Harare: photo post
One gorgeous, sunny afternoon in August, we went for a picnic at Haka Game Park, which is a small reserve just 10 minutes from Harare’s city centre. Haka Game Park is just one of the many family-friendly oases near the … Continued
Zimbabwe self-drive travel journal: Part 2: Victoria Falls
This guest post is written by Stuart Webb-Martin, who lives in the UK. He went on a self-drive holiday to Zimbabwe with his family in August 2016. He shares his thoughts on activities, sights and accommodation. In this second instalment … Continued
What noise does a rhino make?
Do you know what noise a rhino makes? We’ve been teaching our toddler son about wild animal noises. Lions roar and elephants trumpet, but what does a rhino say? Watch this short video on Facebook to find out – ignore the … Continued
BootsnAll: How to find an authentic safari
I wrote an article for BootsnAll Travel discussing different levels of wildlife experiences, and how to do a safari the right way. I explored the different ‘levels’ of safari experiences, which are: Level 1: Zoos and Safari Parks, Level 2: … Continued
8 tips for visitors to Zimbabwe during the “cash crisis”
A quick note as of July 2021: Zimbabwe Dollars, US Dollars and South African Rand are currently legal tender in Zimbabwe. Hopefully an updated article is coming soon, but for now, the golden rule is: Pay for as much of … Continued
Photo safari gear: My camera bag
Photo safari gear: What’s in my camera bag? I’m still a relative newbie when it comes to photography – I got my first DSLR in 2012. I’ve done a few courses and I enjoy planning shots as well as doing the … Continued
Victoria Falls travel guide: Everything you need to know
Victoria Falls is a must-do Zimbabwean destination. It‘s home to one of the largest waterfalls in the world, it’s the adrenalin capital of Africa, and has hotels to satisfy every taste. Go white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and abseiling – all … Continued
Tips for flying to Africa with a baby: Survival guide
(Last updated January 2017) Flying to Africa with a baby is not very different to doing any other long-distance flight with a baby. It’s always going to be a big undertaking, but with a little research and planning, and a … Continued
A long-awaited Zimbabwe adventure: Part 1
This guest post is written by Deborah Casalin who is from Port Elizabeth, South Africa and now lives in Belgium. She and her husband visited Zimbabwe for the first time in January. Deborah recounts how she planned her trip; and she … Continued
A classic Zimbabwe holiday: Roundup
In August 2013 I went on an epic 23-day trip to Zimbabwe. My group borrowed cars and we self-drove around the country, spending time with family and friends along the way. We went to Zimbabwe with friends who live in Oxford. They … Continued
