Zimbabwe
A land less touched
This beautiful country has often been considered to be off limits due to its difficult political past, however in recent years it has opened up and boasts some incredible safari escapes. A country now at peace, you will be warmly welcomed by the locals who embrace visitors with open arms.
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National Parks & Private Reserves
Good to Know:
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Zimbabwe is home to the Big Five.
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Here you will find some of the best guides in the world who have to go through at least 4 years of training.
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Game Drives/Walking/Boating/Kayaking & Canoeing/White Water Rafing/Swing Chair/Sunset Cruises/Fishing.
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Great range of remote luxury safari camps & affordable camps/hotels.
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Zimbabwe has fewer crowds compared to other popular safari destinations.
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Peak Season for game viewing is during the dry months of May to November and the rainy season of December to April are also rewarding and cheaper.
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Gateways to a Zimbabwean Safari are generally via Victoria Falls (London via Johannesburg 14h / New York via London & Johannesburg 23h 40m). And Harare (London via Johannesburg 15h 10m / New York via London & Johannesburg 21h 20m).
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Malaria risk is year round and is at its highest from November to June, so antimalarials are recommended.
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Did you know that Mana Pools is home to the famous Boswell - a huge tusker who has mastered standing on his hind legs to get the best fruit from the high trees!
