If you’re flying to an African country south of the equator, there’s a high chance that you’ll transit through Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport in South Africa. Airlines like SAA, BA and Virgin all fly through Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (AKA Jo’burg … Continued
Why write this article? This website is not just about pretty photos of Zimbabwe’s game reserves; it’s about representing the current experience of travelling in the country and the context in which that travel occurs. If you haven’t read it … Continued
It can be tricky to choose accommodation in Victoria Falls because there’s such a wide range of options available. Before you start, consider what you want from your accommodation: All-inclusive activities and meals, or independence to come and go as you please? Do you … Continued
Last updated March 2024 Where to stay around Great Zimbabwe, Lake Mutirikwi & Masvingo area: Best accommodation picks Written by Beth The ancient city ruins of Great Zimbabwe (Dzimba dza mabwe) are located approximately 25 km (15.5 miles) from the present-day town … Continued
Zimbabwe Dollars, US Dollars and South African Rand are currently legal tender in Zimbabwe. Most visitors will only need US Dollars. The golden rules are: Pay for as much of your holiday BEFORE you get to Zimbabwe. Take some US … Continued
This article about Zimbabwe visa requirements has been fully updated in May 2024. Do I need a Zimbabwe visa as a tourist? For most tourists, the good news is that the Zimbabwe visa process is fairly simple and doesn’t require … Continued
Updated in September 2024 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. Go … Continued
(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
This is the third part of a guest post by Deborah Casalin who visited Zimbabwe for the first time in January. In case you missed it, you can start from the first post here. A long-awaited Zimbabwe adventure: Part 3 – Harare Our lovely … Continued
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
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
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
(Last updated April 2017) What if you want to travel around Zimbabwe without the structure of a packaged holiday, and don’t want to fly or hire a car? You can travel by coach to certain destinations around Zimbabwe, as I have done on … Continued
Update to this article in 2024: It would be impossible for me to keep this page updated with all the tour operators for Zimbabwe. If you’re looking for someone to help you put together an itinerary, book accommodation, transfers, activities … Continued
