Wings over Zimbabwe

Bordering Botswana, Zimbabwe’s largest park is a haven for over 100 mammal and 400 bird species. Formerly occupied by San bushmen, it became a national park in 1928. The diverse landscapes of teak forests, sandveld, ilala palm islands, savannah and woodland offer a rewarding and interesting wildlife safari. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Matabeleland North Province
• Ideal for viewing: African wildcat, honey badger, leopard, sable, wild dog
• Excellent for: Walking safaris, Vehicle safaris

This UNESCO World Heritage Site beside the Zambezi has fine views towards Zambia’s Lower Zambezi and the Rift Valley escarpment. Its woodland and open plains contain a huge variety of wildlife, including large herds of elephant. It is famed for walking and canoe safaris, and offers a secluded experience. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Mashonaland West Province
• Ideal for viewing: Cape buffalo, African elephant, lion, Nile crocodile, roan
• Excellent for: Walking safaris, Vehicle safaris, River safaris

This relatively unknown wilderness bordering Lake Kariba, dates from 1958, when the Kariba Dam flooded the Zambezi Valley to create a huge man-made lake. Matusadona has a varied habitat, attracting more than 400 bird species. Black rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard and elephant populations are also healthy in the area. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Mashonaland West Province
• Ideal for viewing: Cape buffalo, cheetah, African elephant, leopard, lion
• Excellent for: Walking safaris, Vehicle safaris, River safaris, Birdwatching

Combining perfectly with a safari in Zambia, Botswana, Namibia or Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls are not only a wonderful place from which to begin or end a trip, but offer enough interest to be a safari destination in their own right. The wildlife in the tributaries is active all year round, and the birdlife is superb. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Matabeleland North
• Ideal for viewing: waterbuck, African elephant, hippo, black eagle, Taita falcon
• Excellent for: Vehicle safaris, River safaris