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Are you dreaming about travelling to Zimbabwe<\/a>\u2026but feeling intimidated by the extortionate costs often associated with safaris? While it is true that an African safari doesn\u2019t rank amongst the cheapest holidays on the planet, we do have some good news for you \u2013 there are ways to save money in Zim without compromising on quality! Read on to find out how to plan an affordable Zimbabwe safari without having to remortgage your house back home.<\/p>\n

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Travel in Green Season<\/h2>\n

Zimbabwe\u2019s<\/a> \u2018green season\u2019, from December to March, might sometimes be known as being a little wetter but we also like to think of it as \u2018secret season\u2019 for several reasons. Firstly because you can save yourself a ton of money during this time of year, with many lodges drastically slashing their prices by as much as 40%. \u201cHold on\u201d, we hear you object, \u201cbut I won\u2019t be able to see any wildlife\u2026\u201d Well, close your eyes and picture the following scene. Following the recent rains, the grasslands are lush and verdant, and brimming with foals, calves and cubs \u2013 you\u2019ve arrived in the middle of calving season, which means that predators are on the prowl. It\u2019s early morning but you are not freezing because it\u2019s the middle of the African summer. You have your camera at the ready to catch not only game but also the vivid colours and cinematic light of the season. And chances are that there are absolutely no other vehicles around! Doesn\u2019t that sound tempting? Just make sure to choose your location carefully, as certain areas (such as Mana Pools<\/a>) basically close down from November. Check out our When to go<\/a> travel guide for further details, and don\u2019t hesitate to chat to us if you are unsure!<\/p>\n

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Hwange<\/div>
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Add extra nights to bag a discount<\/h2>\n

We know, we know, this sounds like a complete contradiction. And while, strictly speaking, it may not save you any money, adding length to your stay gives you another, highly coveted commodity \u2013 more time. How? Many lodges offer so-called \u2018long-stay discounts\u2019 \u2013 usually along the lines of stay 4 nights, pay for 3, or stay 7 nights, pay for 5. At the time of writing, Imvelo Safari Lodges for example has a special \u2018stay for 3, pay for 2\u2019 for all of its Hwange<\/a> lodges, including Bomani Tented Lodge<\/a>, Camelthorn Lodge<\/a>, Nehimba Lodge<\/a> and Jozibanini Camp<\/a>, while African Bushcamps offers \u2018stay 5 nights, pay for 4\u2019 at its Bumi Hills Lodge<\/a> in Matusadona<\/a>. Special offers change all the time and our travel experts will be sure to keep you updated so we can help you plan an affordable Zimbabwe<\/a> safari.<\/p>\n

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Matusadona<\/div>
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Stay loyal to the brand and book with one company<\/h2>\n

Talking of deals\u2026It pays to stick with one lodge provider when booking your Zimbabwe<\/a> safari as there are often discounts to be bagged across sister properties, and\/or cash-saving add-ons. Don\u2019t be worried about any feelings of d\u00e9j\u00e0-vu, brands will often make sure that each one of their lodges is unique in design, location and atmosphere. As we are typing this, African Bushcamps is offering a whopping 50% off flights in and out of Mana Pools<\/a> when staying at any of their Zim properties (and with a minimum 3 nights at their Mana Pools properties: Nyamatusi Camp<\/a>, Nyamatusi Mahogany<\/a>, Kanga Camp<\/a> and\/or Zambezi Expeditions<\/a>), and there are also lodges working together to provide deals such as 12 night packages across multiple destinations with some free flights even included. Bargain! Check in with our travel experts to find out more about deals.<\/p>\n

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Mana Pools<\/div>
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Choose locations close together<\/h2>\n

Zimbabwe<\/a> is an incredibly diverse country and there is so much to do and see that it\u2019s tempting to book a whole round trip. Unfortunately flight costs within Africa can run on the expensive side, so when trying to plan an affordable Zimbabwe safari it makes sense to downscale from a geographical point of view and pair locations that are in close proximity (or even within the same park). So you could combine Vic Falls<\/a> with neighbouring Hwange<\/a> and enjoy staying at one or two different spots within the park. Even better, try one of our trips that include flights and transfers and won\u2019t throw any hidden or unexpected costs at you. Take our The Wonders of Western Zimbabwe<\/a> trip for example, which will take you to Matobo<\/a>, Hwange<\/a> and Vic Falls<\/a> from \u00a33.6k ($4.6k) per person. All of our itineraries are highly adaptable according to your budget and preferences, so you can make sure to book your dream trip without overspending. Chat to us to find out more!<\/p>\n

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