Multi Lingual Tourist Information with first hand knowledge, slideshows, maps and picture galleries to make your safari in Zimbabwe a pleasant travel experience

Zimbabwe is such a Jewel of a Country

Tourism in Zimbabwe is Bouncing Back

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office, USA, Japan & most of E.U no longer has official alerts warning against travel to the country

The fact that the US dollar is now the main trading currency has made a huge difference

Important notes for Tourists

Do not allow anyone to take your credit card out of your sight

Clients should carry cash on them in either U$ or Rand, and in small denominations as they are unable to give change in foreign currency

Alternatively book and pay in advance

Security

Despite continuing unrest in some parts of Zimbabwe, much of the country remains trouble-free and is safe to visit

Stick to well-established tourist destinations, visiting with reputable tour operators rather than independently.

Mana Pools is still without doubt one of the most peaceful Places on the planet to visit.

Zimbabwe is a headache for those that don't know first hand what to do and not to do. If carefully planned a holiday in Zimbabwe can be the best and cheapest safari experience in Africa

Tips and Quick Facts

The strange nature of Zimbabwe's crisis meant it was never really unsafe to visit the country.

Those that do visit will find the rewards far out weigh the perceived risks.

In fact in Victoria Fallsthere is a special tourist police force who patrol 24/7 to ensure the safety of visitors

Driving in Zimbabwe

International driving permits and valid driving licence's issued in Zambia, Malawi, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland are valid in Zimbabwe. A visitor from any other country may, for 90 days or more, use a valid driving licence, issued by the competent authority in that country.

Stick on reflectors for bumpers- saves hassles

self driving into Zim are allowed a full tank, and an additional 200 liters of fuel in jerry cans.

This must be declared at border post, and a fuel levy paid per litre in the cans

Transport and Tours

Transfers - Can be arranged to most parts of the country for a minimum of 4 people. see Transfers
Taxis – no cruising vehicles, but are available at taxi -ranks in the main centres or on call from hotels and restaurants.
Car Hire – cars with or without chauffeurs can be hired in most tourist areas from reputable firms.
Buses – in towns and cities they are few and far between, chiefly transporting people to work. There are, however, good inter-city coach services.
Trains – comfortable daily services link rest centres.
Road tours – a selection of road tours are operated at reasonable cost to all Zimbabwe's main tourist's attractions.
Air Services – the country's national airline has a convenient and frequent schedule of flights between the main centres and major tourist destinations. Air Zimbabwe also provides feeder services to all regional capitals. A number of international airlines provide connections to international destinations.
Boat Hire – at Kariba, Houseboats are available for hire from registered companies