Remarkable Zimbabwe safaris planned by the experts
Zimbabwe’s safari reputation is nothing short of legendary. If you’re looking for boundless game territories, truly exceptional guiding and a totally wild and untouched Big Five safari experience without the crowds, there’s no better destination to choose.
Bordered by the Zambezi River to the north and the Limpopo River to the south, Zimbabwe’s landscapes abound in rich and undisturbed wildlife, with the country known to be home to some of Africa’s healthiest elephant herd populations. On your trip, you could venture from the teak forests and sandveld of the huge Hwange National Park to the remote and pristine Mana Pools in Lower Zambezi Valley, or perhaps to the exclusive Malilangwe Reserve. Not forgetting the magnificent Victoria Falls and relaxing shores of Lake Kariba.
Safaris to Zimbabwe also offer the opportunity to encounter some of the continent’s friendliest people, supporting responsible tourism that provides locals with secure jobs and affords protection for the country’s wildlife.
Our team of safari experts have been passionately planning trips to Zimbabwe for decades – some of us were even born here. We specialise in high comfort journeys, arranged with equal style and care. We’ll be there to see your luxury safari through from start to finish, recommending the most memorable guides and most exclusive places to stay.
Highlights
Wild dogs, also known as painted woloves, can be hard to spot elsewhere but in Zimbabwe large packs can be found. Hwange National Park has one of the largest concentrations in Africa
Take a sunset cruise down the mighty Zambezi River en route to thundering Victoria Falls
Get close to large game on foot in Mana Pools on guided safari walks with your expert guide
Adventure to the magical land of Matobo Hills National Park where kopje and granite boulders, 2 billion years old, shape the unusual landscape
Explore ancient culture in Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve by visiting rock art sites of the San people
My personal favourite country, with exceptional experiences in the bush. Zimbabwe is known for Africa’s best guides, and for good reason. From the Great Zimbabwe ruins, the second oldest human structure on the continent, to the vast forests in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe offers truly incredible experiences.
Jody van Merode
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Zimbabwe
Why choose Jacada for your luxury safari experience?
Safari expertise
Our experts bring decades of first-hand expertise. They’ve lived and travelled across Africa and are regularly on the ground reviewing the most exclusive camps and experiences. You’ll also have the support of a personal concierge, based in region.
Unforgettable guides
We handpick the most knowledgeable guides, who bring each destination to life with care and passion. They’re chosen for their ability to provide unrivalled insight into the region’s wildlife and landscapes as well as a genuine, memorable experience.
Positive impact
By travelling with us, you directly support a range of initiatives spanning wildlife conservation to community engagement. Our luxury trips are designed to prioritise experiences that are positive for you and the places you visit.
Trip inspiration
Where to go
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe's southern bank of the Zambezi is renowned for its high water volume, the most intense and dramatic waterfall views can be found here. There’s many activities to enjoy from exhilarating micro-light flights to peaceful sunset cruises
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Mana Pools National Game Park
The ‘pools’ in Mana Pools refer to four lakes that lie in-land from the Zambezi, attracting massive amounts of wildlife, including large elephant herds. You can safari here on foot, in jeeps and even by boat
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Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve
Wild, remote and beautiful with rolling hills of Mopane forest, sandstone hills, winding creeks and Baobab trees. Search for the big five and also uncover the fascinating human history of the San people
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Hwange National Park
A park with an interesting history, once used as a hunting ground, it’s been restored to conserve over 500 species of mammals and birds. There’s a large wild dog population here and large herds of elephants are common
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Matobo Hills National Park
With no lions or elephants, Matobo is a great place to hike or horse ride. Breathtaking, unusual landscapes peppered with granite boulders and a fascinating human history
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When to visit Zimbabwe
The dry season in Zimbabwe’s national parks is from April to October and is prime game viewing time. The rains fall between December and March. Victoria Falls are spectacular all year round.
Victoria Falls
April - May
Safari
September - October
Dry Season
April - October
Wet Season
November - March
Zimbabwe Travel Guides
Plan your trip to Zimbabwe
Whatever you want from your adventure in Zimbabwe, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Plan with peace of mind
When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.
If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.
