Zimbabwe Overview
Despite a turbulent political and economic history, Zimbabwe has always remained a popular tourism destination on the African continent with exceptional landscapes and wildlife on offer to those who visit the country. Renowned for having some of the friendliest and most welcoming populations in the world, Zimbabwe’s people will leave a lasting impression on your heart.
As a landlocked country, and strategically positioned, bordered by Zambia to the North, Malawi to the North East, Mozambique to the South East, South Africa to the South and Botswana to the West, Zimbabwe is primed to become the central hub of tourism to Southern Africa. With 10 National Parks spanning 5 million hectares of diverse wilderness areas, including 3 cultural and 2 natural UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Zimbabwe is amongst the top safari destinations in Africa.
Fast Facts
A safe country to visit, Zimbabwe is accessible by road and air with air charters becoming more popular for those travelling into the more remote National Parks and private concession areas. The main road network is in relatively good condition, making the country attractive for the self-drive 4×4 adventurers.
The local currency: The US Dollar is currently the most accepted and widely used currency. Zimbabwe is still experiencing a critical cash shortage and visitors are advised to bring some US Dollar cash in small denominations. Credit and debit cards are accepted at most facilities.
Languages: There are 16 official languages; the primary spoken language is English, whilst Ndebele and Shona are widely spoken.
People: Zimbabweans are peace-loving, resilient people, known for their warmth and friendly hospitality. Zimbabwe has one of the highest literacy rates in Africa with an estimated 86.5% of its population literate.
When To Visit
Zimbabwe is a year-round tourist destination with its pleasant, temperate climate. Peak game viewing season in the National Parks are August through to October, known as the Dry Season, when larger concentrations of wildlife are drawn to the waterholes and rivers across the country’s National Parks. October is generally renowned to be the hottest month of the year in Zimbabwe and day time temperatures in certain areas rise to over 40ºC.
The hot, wet summer season is end of October / early November through to March. This is a wonderful time of year to travel as it is almost as if the country is experiencing a process of rejuvenation. Days are warm with mid-morning or late afternoon thunder storms and rainfall occurring more regularly.
The dry, cooler winter season begins in April and runs through to mid to late August with sunny, warm to hot days and cooler in the evenings and early morning.
Despite a turbulent political and economic history, Zimbabwe has always remained a popular tourism destination on the African continent with exceptional landscapes and wildlife on offer to those who visit the country. Renowned for having some of the friendliest and most welcoming populations in the world, Zimbabwe’s people will leave a lasting impression on your heart.
As a landlocked country, and strategically positioned, bordered by Zambia to the North, Malawi to the North East, Mozambique to the South East, South Africa to the South and Botswana to the West, Zimbabwe is primed to become the central hub of tourism to Southern Africa. With 10 National Parks spanning 5 million hectares of diverse wilderness areas, including 3 cultural and 2 natural UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Zimbabwe is amongst the top safari destinations in Africa.
A safe country to visit, Zimbabwe is accessible by road and air with air charters becoming more popular for those travelling into the more remote National Parks and private concession areas. The main road network is in relatively good condition, making the country attractive for the self-drive 4×4 adventurers.
The local currency: The US Dollar is currently the most accepted and widely used currency. Zimbabwe is still experiencing a critical cash shortage and visitors are advised to bring some US Dollar cash in small denominations. Credit and debit cards are accepted at most facilities.
Languages: There are 16 official languages; the primary spoken language is English, whilst Ndebele and Shona are widely spoken.
People: Zimbabweans are peace-loving, resilient people, known for their warmth and friendly hospitality. Zimbabwe has one of the highest literacy rates in Africa with an estimated 86.5% of its population literate.
Zimbabwe is a year-round tourist destination with its pleasant, temperate climate. Peak game viewing season in the National Parks are August through to October, known as the Dry Season, when larger concentrations of wildlife are drawn to the waterholes and rivers across the country’s National Parks. October is generally renowned to be the hottest month of the year in Zimbabwe and day time temperatures in certain areas rise to over 40ºC.
The hot, wet summer season is end of October / early November through to March. This is a wonderful time of year to travel as it is almost as if the country is experiencing a process of rejuvenation. Days are warm with mid-morning or late afternoon thunder storms and rainfall occurring more regularly.
The dry, cooler winter season begins in April and runs through to mid to late August with sunny, warm to hot days and cooler in the evenings and early morning.
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