Still an insider tip, Zimbabwe is where Africa's most breathtaking natural spectacles meet colorful wildlife, luxurious lodges, and warm hosts. However, thanks to the iconic Victoria Falls, rare species like white rhino, and fantastic national parks, it's an absolute top travel destination. Here are some highlights from Southern Africa!

 

Where to go

Victoria Falls - Wonders of the World

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The Victoria Falls, part of the Zambezi River system, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and inspires with its awe-inspiring beauty and sheer size.

Matobo National Park

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Zimbabwe's oldest national park offers great diversity: 175 bird, 88 mammal, 39 snake and 16 fish species can be seen here. In addition to elephants, impalas, sable antelopes and leopards can be observed at close range. The park lies within the Matobo Mountains, which have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003 because of their rock paintings.

Lake Kariba - water as far as the eye can see

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The "Bumi Hills Safari Lodge" is situated on shimmering Lake Kariba, the largest reservoir in the world, whose shores are home to many wild animals.

Where to stay

Amanzi

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A lodge with stylish rooms and suites as well as individual houses await adventurous visitors here. As colorful and diverse as Zimbabwe's fauna is this domicile, where no two accommodations are alike. With two restaurants, it also covers a wide culinary spectrum: the restaurant JDB, named after its award-winning chef Johannes De Bruijn, serves haute cuisine with a mix of local and international flavors, while Khaya Nyama Wombles serves the best steaks in Zimbabwe. 

Amanzi
1 Masasa Lane, Kambanji, Harare, Zimbabwe
Tel.: +263 242 499 257
Web: amanzi.co.zw
Price: Doubles from € 117

Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel

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Just 15 minutes from Victoria Falls is this picture-perfect boutique hotel with 16 fine suites that have captured the charm of a bygone era. Dine in the restaurant with giraffes, zebras, and the like grazing in front of the terrace; here you can meet for afternoon tea. 

Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel
Old Ursula's Road, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Tel.: +263 213 284 1005
Web: more.co.za
Price: Suite from € 800

Amalinda Lodge

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This unique retreat is located in the Matobo Mountains, nestled in an ancient bushman's granite shelter. The lodges combine the closeness to nature of the mountains with Barefoot Luxury in a class of its own: free-standing outdoor bathtubs, a pool and more ensure absolute relaxation in a natural World Heritage Site. 

Amalinda Lodge
Matopos. Zimbabwe
Tel.: +263 9 243 954
Web: amalindacollection.com
Price: Doubles from € 740

Somalisa Expeditions

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Close to the wilderness without having to sacrifice comfort: who would have thought that a mobile camp could be so classy? A luxurious tent, meals and unforgettable adventures in nature are included in the experience here. 

Somalisa Expeditions
Somalisa Concession, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Tel.: +27 21 701 0270
Web: africanbushcamps.com
Price: on request.