Alluring and beautiful landscapes, one of the most diverse flora and fauna in the world, historical monuments and incredible sights, in Zimbabwe, there are several treats that will leave you enchanted and spellbound.
The best thing about visiting Zimbabwe? Her places of interest are uncluttered with human traffic, meaning that you’ll enjoy a fully personalised experience in the country.
If you’re planning to visit Zimbabwe any time in the near future, here are some of the most exciting places that’ll make your trip more fulfilling if you visit them.
5 Exciting Places To Visit In Zimbabwe
Hwange National Park
Bestriding the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe west of the country, on a vast expanse of land, is the Hwange National Park. Touted, with good reay, as the oldest and largest game reserve in Zimbabwe, this park plays home to a large variety of relatively common and extremely rare wildlife. You’ll also find an extraordinary collection of birds in this park, with over 400 species of birds making their home here.
See the Big Five up close, lodge in luxury lodges inside the park, or camp out under the stars and be one with nature.
Victoria Falls
One of the most mesmerizing sights in the whole world, Victoria Falls needs no introduction. Located at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, this amazing natural monument is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the seven wonders in the world.
Enjoy one of the most unforgettable sights in the world. As the water absolutely thunders down in brilliant sheets, with spray. That is visible from over 48 kilometers away. The roaring of the water is another sound that’s likely to stick with you forever. Once you’re privileged to experience it.
Great Zimbabwe National Monument
Explore the ruins of ancient African civilization at Great Zimbabwe National Monument. Another designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, it marks the crumbling relics of Great Zimbabwe. Which was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Zimbabwe.
These ruins provide proof that Africa is an important purveyor of civilization and artefacts. Recovered from the site butress the fact that Great Zimbabwe was once an important and influential trade center.
Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba is fed by the Zambezi river in nearby Zambia and is the largest man-made lake in the world. It spans over 220 kilometers in length and 40 kilometers in width.
This lake supports a wide variety of life and several economic activities such as professional fishing. The islands surrounding the lake are also perfect spots to catch sight of some of Africa’s largest, wildest animals.
Harare in Zimbabwe
Harare is the capital and largest city in Zimbabwe. This busy city is the commercial hub of the country and is almost entirely covered by skyscrapers. The city buzzes with relentless energy and stays active almost throughout the day.
One thing you’ll find in abundance in Harare is colonial style buildings that reflect the country’s colonial past. Explore the soul of this city by checking out the National Gallery and the Queen Victoria Museums. And flip through the country’s history in the National archives.
