Zinave National Park was ravaged during a civil war that ended in 1992, but a rewilding initiative is underway and wildlife numbers are increasing. To date, around 2,500 animals (including 200 ) have been translocated into a fenced 186km²/72mi² core sanctuary. But this is just the beginning, as many more animals are likely to be released into the park over the coming years.
Wildlife Highlights
All of the are present, and while and are still very scarce, visitors stand a fair chance of spotting elephants, and . Other wildlife you’re almost certain to see includes , baboon, , and antelope such as , , , , , and . and are less common but also quite often encountered, and the Save River is home to lots of and .
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
The middle and end of the Dry season, from July to October, is the best time for spotting animals in Zinave. Wildlife is easier to see at this time because vegetation is thinner and animals gather around the Save River.
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