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
Updated in May 2026 by Beth 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, has scenery galore, and hotels to satisfy every taste. Here’s … Continued
Tips for flying to Africa with a baby: Survival guide
(Flying to Africa with a baby: Last updated April 2022) 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 test of patience, but with … 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
Bulawayo travel guide: Everything you need to know
Last updated October 2024 by Beth Bulawayo travel guide: Everything you need to know Bulawayo is Zimbabwe’s second-largest city, and the capital of Matabeleland province. It is known as “The City of Kings” because of the powerful Ndebele chiefs who … Continued
Coach, bus and shuttle transfers in Zimbabwe (2026)
Coach, bus and shuttle transfers in Zimbabwe Your transport options between cities/parks in Zimbabwe are to go via air (article here) or by road. Travelling by road is more affordable than by air, and it often means you have more … Continued
Great Zimbabwe Monument & Ruins travel guide: Everything you need to know
These ancient city ruins have intrigued both locals and visitors for centuries. The local name for the area was “Dzimba dza mabwe” (roughly “Houses of Stone”) or simply “Zimbabwe”. When Rhodesia became independent in 1980, the nation was named after this city, and the country itself was called Zimbabwe. The ruins of the ancient city then became known as “Great Zimbabwe”.
Elephant safari with Wild Horizons 2013
Updated Feb 2024 In 2013, I (Beth) was lucky enough to do the elephant ‘safari’ with Wild Horizons. Now, updating this article in 2024, please be aware that this activity is now an elephant ‘encounter’, and it is not the … Continued
The Vulture Restaurant at Victoria Falls
During our stay at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge we watched the Vulture Restaurant in action. Thankfully, it doesn’t involve eating vulture burgers – it’s a place where the vultures themselves drop in for a snack. Feathered patrons of the restaurant … Continued
My journey with Kariba Ferries: Best way to get from Kariba to Victoria Falls
Many people planning a trip around Zimbabwe will face a conundrum: How do I travel between Kariba and Victoria Falls? The roads around the Lake Kariba can be onerous, charter flights can break the budget, so the best option is to … Continued
Mana Pools hippo charge: A close call
Hippos, when placidly blowing bubbles and grunting in the water, don’t seem like much of a threat to humans. Everyone knows they’re vegetarian, after all – how dangerous can they be? Very. I found out the hard way that a … Continued
Harare travel guide: Everything you need to know 2026
Zimbabwe’s capital, is busy and gritty in the south, genteel and well-to-do in the north, and bursting with people in the city centre. What to expect, transport, shopping, places to go, weather, getting around, practical info, health, best time to visit
Harare transport links: Routes to other Zim locations
This article discusses the different methods to travel from Harare to Bulawayo, Victoria Falls, and other main destinations around Zimbabwe. Many visitors to Zimbabwe will start their journeys in Harare. Being the capital, it’s the major airline hub for the … Continued
