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The Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls, the elephant herds of Hwange and the mysterious stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe β€” a classic safari destination with deep history.

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Capital
Harare
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Currency
USD / ZiG
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Language
English, Shona, Ndebele
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Best time
May–Oct (dry)
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Visa
eVisa / Visa on arrival
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Avg daily budget
$60 – $600
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Safety
Generally safe
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Main airport
Victoria Falls (VFA) / Harare (HRE)
Overview

Why travellers love Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls town is the adventure hub, Hwange the Big Five park, Mana Pools a wild canoeing paradise, and Great Zimbabwe a remarkable ancient city.

Friendly and scenic, often paired with Zambia or Botswana.

Where to go

Top places in Zimbabwe

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls

πŸ—“ 2 days

The 'Smoke that Thunders' and adventures.

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Hwange

Hwange

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Zimbabwe's biggest park, huge elephant herds.

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Mana Pools

Mana Pools

πŸ—“ 2 days

Wild walking and canoe safaris.

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Great Zimbabwe

Great Zimbabwe

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Ancient stone-city ruins.

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Plan day by day

Zimbabwe itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Victoria Falls β†’ Hwange β†’ Mana Pools
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$300 – $3,000
1–2

Victoria Falls

The 'Smoke that Thunders' and adventures.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon Β· Iconic
3–4

Hwange

Zimbabwe's biggest park, huge elephant herds.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
5

Mana Pools

Wild walking and canoe safaris.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Safari Β· Adventure
Route
Victoria Falls β†’ Hwange β†’ Mana Pools β†’ Great Zimbabwe
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$420 – $4,200
1–2

Victoria Falls

The 'Smoke that Thunders' and adventures.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon Β· Iconic
3–4

Hwange

Zimbabwe's biggest park, huge elephant herds.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
5–6

Mana Pools

Wild walking and canoe safaris.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Adventure
7

Great Zimbabwe

Ancient stone-city ruins.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ History Β· Culture
Route
Victoria Falls β†’ Hwange β†’ Mana Pools β†’ Great Zimbabwe
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$600 – $6,000
1–3

Victoria Falls

The 'Smoke that Thunders' and adventures.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon Β· Iconic
4–6

Hwange

Zimbabwe's biggest park, huge elephant herds.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
7–8

Mana Pools

Wild walking and canoe safaris.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Adventure
9–10

Great Zimbabwe

Ancient stone-city ruins.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Culture
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Visa & entry

Zimbabwe visa requirements

Visa required?
eVisa or visa on arrival for many
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
Yes for many
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities get an eVisa or visa on arrival; the KAZA UniVisa covers Zimbabwe and Zambia. Always verify with the official Zimbabwe immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Zimbabwe visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Zimbabwe budget guide

Budget

$60/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$600+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Zimbabwe budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Zimbabwe

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Victoria Falls

The widest curtain of falling water.

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Hwange National Park

Some of Africa's largest elephant herds.

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Mana Pools

Walk and canoe among big game.

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Great Zimbabwe

Sub-Saharan Africa's largest ancient ruins.

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Matobo Hills

Balancing rocks and rhino tracking.

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