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At present, the Quirimba Islands are closed for tourism but we will keep you updated as soon as anything changes.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Zimbabwe\u2019s political challenges and economic troubles have been well-documented over the years but despite the upheavals, the beautiful country has kept its tourist credentials firmly intact and travellers frequently return raving about all they have seen on their Zimbabwe safari. And well they should, for the country is stuffed to the brim with staggering landscapes, friendly people, and top-notch safari experiences. But where should you go? And how should you begin your planning? Well, right here of course! We\u2019ve rounded up our 10 must-visit hotspots and how to include them in your Zimbabwe safari<\/a>. Ready, set, plan\u2026<\/p>\n

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1. Marvel at Victoria Falls<\/h2>\n

It will come as no surprise that our first recommended stop for a Zimbabwe<\/a> safari is the country\u2019s most famous and fabulous sight \u2013 Victoria Falls<\/a>. It looks good on postcards but it\u2019s even better in the flesh and if you\u2019re heading to Zimbabwe, it would be rude not to pay a visit. With its own international airport, it\u2019s the perfect place to start or end a trip and can be used as a base point for just about any Zimbabwe safari. Almost all of our Zimbabwe routes start or end in Victoria Falls \u2013 simply have a look for the one that fits your travel style and add camps, lodges and locations to suit.<\/p>\n

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2. Sleep out under the stars<\/h2>\n

If your middle name is \u2018adventure\u2019 then check out Little Makalolo\u2019s<\/a> infamous star beds for your Zimbabwe<\/a> safari. The raised sleeping platforms overlook the wildlife-spotted Madison Pan in Hwange<\/a>, and once you\u2019re tucked up under the fluffy duvet, it\u2019s just you, the wildlife and the exquisite celestial show above. Add a night in the star beds to any itinerary that goes through Hwange. ‘Zimbabwe in Style’<\/a> is one of our favourite trips \u2013 and it even includes a little R&R in Mozambique<\/a> when you\u2019re all safari-ed out.<\/p>\n

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3. A little bit of luxury<\/h2>\n

Zimbabwe<\/a> is definitely our favourite rough and rugged destination, but if you\u2019re looking for a spot of luxury amongst the bucket showers, a Zimbabwe safari will have you covered for that too. Try Singita Pamushana<\/a> for all out, fairy-tale luxury in your very own private reserve, Malilangwe. Or how about the Elephant Camp<\/a> at Vic Falls<\/a>, an intimate, Afro-chic lodge with some of the best views of the world-famous waterfall?<\/p>\n

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4. Venture out on a walking safari in Hwange<\/h2>\n

In our opinion, no Zimbabwe<\/a> safari would be complete without a walking safari, most specifically in Hwange<\/a>. And what is it about Hwange that makes for such good wildlife-watching on foot? Firstly, the guides are some of the best on the continent, and secondly, the terrain is rather good-looking: think forested woodlands, granite hills and sprawling valleys that seem to last forever. Try a walking safari from firm favourite Davison\u2019s Camp<\/a>, or Somalisa Expeditions<\/a> for a bush camp experience, or take things one step further and add on a stop in Zambia\u2019s South Luangwa<\/a>\u00a0to really make the most of your walking trip. Our trip, ‘An Adventure in Zambia and Zimbabwe’<\/a>, will show you how to do it.<\/p>\n

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5. Discover Gonarezhou<\/h2>\n

If we really had to choose, we would pick ‘An Exploration of Southern Zimbabwe’<\/a> as our favourite trip for a Zimbabwe<\/a> safari. Not only does it spend time in hot spots Victoria Falls<\/a> and Hwange<\/a>, it also includes the wilderness of Gonarezhou<\/a>. An unexplored gem in the south of the country, the park is home to herds of majestic elephant, and an array of rainbow-coloured birdlife. And you\u2019ll probably be the only people there. Magic.<\/p>\n

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6. Canoe in Mana Pools<\/h2>\n

Another top-pick from the Timbuktu team for a Zimbabwe<\/a> safari is a canoe expedition in Mana Pools<\/a>.The beautiful national park sits on the lower section of the Zambezi and floating along the mighty river amongst herds of elephant and harrumphing hippo is a tranquil yet totally thrilling way to wildlife-watch. Our trip, ‘Walking Safaris and Canoe Expeditions’<\/a>, does exactly what it says on the tin; we recommend adding Ruckomechi Camp<\/a> for a short morning or afternoon paddle, or go the whole hog with the Mana Canoe Trail<\/a> for an epic three nights on the water.<\/p>\n

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7. Cruise on Lake Kariba<\/h2>\n

One of the greatest, man-made lakes in the world, Kariba is a vast, shimmering spectacle, framed by the inky-black Matuzviadonha Mountains and surrounded by truly excellent game. The best way to see it is undoubtedly from the water and there are a variety of water-based modes of transport to choose from. We rather like the Matusadona Luxury Safari Cruiser<\/a>, a sleek, seven-person yacht that will take you from pods of hippo to prides of lion in one nautical mile. Add it to the ‘Ultimate Zimbabwe’<\/a> trip and you\u2019re sorted.<\/p>\n

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8. Visit the rock paintings at Matobo<\/h2>\n

Our guide to your Zimbabwe<\/a> safari has so far focused on activities (which are some of the best on the continent, in our humble opinion), but if you\u2019re a bit of a culture vulture don\u2019t rule out Zimbabwe just yet. Matobo<\/a> is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Southern Africa and home to a selection of fascinating rock art paintings, dating back almost 100,000 years. The area is also a UNESCO World Heritage site and the rocks and caves are definitely worthy of a visit. If this sounds like your cup of tea, check out our trip, the ‘Wonders of Western Zimbabwe’<\/a>, for details on combining Matobo into your Zimbabwe safari.<\/p>\n

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9. Escape to the beach<\/h2>\n

It might be a landlocked country, but it\u2019s not as hard as you might think to get your fix of \u2018Vitamin Sea\u2019 and powdery sand on a Zimbabwe<\/a> safari. The easiest coast to head for is probably Mozambique<\/a>, via a flight to Johannesburg<\/a>, and then up to Maputo<\/a>. Our ‘Wildlife and Waterfalls’<\/a> trip combines time in Vic Falls<\/a> and Hwange<\/a>, before jet setting you out to the beautiful Quirimbas Archipelago<\/a> in Mozambique, but you could just as easily add on somewhere in Vilanculos<\/a> or Inhambane<\/a> to keep costs down.<\/p>\n

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10. Where else can I go?<\/h2>\n

The country\u2019s central location, smack bang in the middle of the continent\u2019s greatest safari destinations, makes it easy to turn your Zimbabwe<\/a> safari into a multi-country trip. If Botswana<\/a> is also on your bucket list, check out the ‘Elephant Encounters’<\/a> trip that combines Vic Falls<\/a> with Chobe<\/a>, the Central Kalahari<\/a>, and even the world-famous Okavango Delta<\/a>. For something a bit simpler, start with the ‘Vic Falls and Okavango Delta Explore’<\/a> trip and add destinations to your heart\u2019s content\u2026<\/p>\n

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