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Jason
AU
Visited:
April 2012
Reviewed: Mar 13, 2014
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I am not a very enthusiastic birder but I can appreciate the large variety of species to view in the area.
Les Smyth
AU
Visited:
April 2008
Reviewed: Jun 11, 2013
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A worthwhile destination to experience the beauty of Africa
Accommodation and service at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is excellent and I would highly recommend doing an elephant back safari, and the "Walking with Lions" experience. Walks around the falls can be done by oneself, but for the traveller who likes hearing the history a guide is worthwhile. Always ask your hotel for tips on where to shop for curios.
Ronel van Zyl
GB
Visited:
November 2003
Reviewed: Apr 24, 2012
Email Ronel van Zyl | 35-50 years of age
A Gem of Southern Africa
Zimbabwe away from the big cities in the unspoilt bush is a true wildlife and nature enthusiast's paradise. We visited the Victoria Falls area. The upsetting thing is that everything is charged for in US dollars which make it expensive. River rafting the 18 rapids on the Zambezi with the experienced guides make the trip a pleasure. Who has done 5 grade 5 rapids in one day? The safari lodges and hotel serve great food and it is recommended to visit a few for different dining experiences. The elephant back experience and the hot air balloon flight over Victoria Falls was magnificent. We stayed for two weeks in this area and it still felt not long enough. Petrol/ gas is a problem and one should fill up as often as possible if self driving. Great lodges, guesthouses and B&B's in the area with lots of friendly locals.
great, surrounded with wildlife
We had a great time from beginning to end, we had a couple of rainy days but had a great time, lots of wild life incredible camps great service. this trip really excided our expectacions
bastian birk
DE
Visited:
September 1996
Reviewed: Dec 4, 2011
Email bastian birk | 50-65 years of age
Zimbabwe is a good destination for safaris if you want to escape the many tourists that visit for example Masai Mara, Kenya.
T Sharp
Visited:
June 2008
Reviewed: Nov 22, 2011
Zimbabwe is a country of rich culture and history, friendly locals, and stunning natural beauty.
My stay in Zimbabwe was a very memorable one. I had the good fortune of meeting some local guides on my first day in Victoria Falls, and so was able to see some local sights that I feel I wouldn't have otherwise. I watched the sunrise over the falls, went on bushwalks, and camped in places that were very secluded and special. Zimbabwe is a photographer's paradise, and the opportunities for good shots were endless. I was there during their fall/winter, and the weather was brisk at night, and very temperate during the day. I loved the food, especially some of the more exotic dishes, and in rare cases wild game meat. Though their economy has seen better times, the quality of safari available there, as well as the unmatched natural beauty, continue to make it a desirable destination for many adventurers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts. I truly hope that I can return to Zimbabwe soon, because there is more to see and do there than anyone could write about. Safari njema!
Philip & Doris Morgan
Visited:
October 2008
Reviewed: Nov 9, 2011
Incredible wildlife, people and scenery
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and i still have the bill which came to Z$25, 650,000 or US$26 at the time. Again walking around the grounds of the hotel resulted in encounters with many baboons and warthogs. The poverty is a culture shock but buying local goods and services must help the people survive and provide hope for a better future. The locals are more than willing to exchange the old Zimbabwe currency at attractive rates i.e. a 5 billion dollar note for US$1 and gifts for the children such as good quality hats are well received and appreciated.
Munya
Visited:
December 2010
Reviewed: Oct 19, 2011
its an african landlocked agro-based economy
few animals beautifull scenery very cool and the rest was acceptable
choofly
US
Visited:
October 2009
Reviewed: Oct 13, 2011
35-50 years of age
Wild beauty
Matetsi was a dream. The lodge was not full, which was very nice for us, but we found ourselves wishing more people would spend time there for the good of those who depend on tourism for a living. The service was top notch and everyone we met was genuinely friendly and lovely. We had perfect weather (not too hot, no rain) and we saw wildlife we hadn't seen in south africa, botswana, or tanzania -- wild dogs. We also saw african fishing eagles, elephants, giraffes, leopards, and lots and lots of wildlife. Amazing. The food was also top notch, but we found ourselves feeling very guilty eating such luxurious meals while food was difficult to come by in town. I would return to Zimbabwe in a heartbeat.
Swenglishnick & Zimgirl
GB
Visited:
December 2007
Reviewed: Oct 10, 2011
Email Swenglishnick & Zimgirl | 35-50 years of age
Zimbabwe offers such a broad spectrum of wildlife, birding and scenery and the fact that it is still not over-run with tourists means that you will be one of the few enjoying these pleasures!