ZIMBABWE

Outline map of Africa with one country shaded in brown.

Zimbabwe is a hidden gem for luxury safaris, offering world-class wildlife encounters and some of Africa’s most dramatic natural wonders. At the heart of the experience lies Hwange National Park, a vast wilderness renowned for its huge elephant herds, lion prides, and remote luxury camps that offer seclusion and adventure in equal measure.

Another jewel is Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where canoe safaris along the Zambezi River reveal elephants wading through the shallows, hippos wallowing, and rare wild dogs on the floodplains. Mana Pools National Park is world-renowned for walking safaris. For those seeking a mix of safari and spectacle, Victoria Falls, “The Smoke That Thunders”, is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in the world, offering luxury lodges and unique activities like helicopter flights and sunset cruises on the Zambezi.

Zimbabwe distinguishes itself through its highly trained guides, who provide an exceptional level of expertise and storytelling that elevates every safari. Combine this with intimate camps, private game drives, and tailor-made activities, and Zimbabwe becomes a premier choice for discerning travelers.

This is a country where luxury meets authenticity: untouched landscapes, rich culture, and the thrill of exploring Africa at its wildest, all complemented by the comfort and elegance of carefully curated lodges.

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A large tree with a treehouse illuminated by yellow lights, built among the branches. A white off-road vehicle with an open roof is parked underneath the tree. The scene is set during twilight with mountains in the background.
A canopy bed with mosquito netting on a wooden deck outdoors at dusk, illuminated by lanterns, with two black leather armchairs nearby and tall trees in the background.
Group of elephants near a water body with a wooden structure and trees in the background.
Interior of a cozy, sunlit bedroom with large windows overlooking a natural landscape, featuring a bed with white linens and a canopy, a brown sofa with blue cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a small workspace with a desk and chair.
Interior of a cozy, well-lit tent with wood furnishings, a sofa with pillows, a bed with mosquito netting, and a view of lagoon and trees outside at dusk.
Woman sitting in a wooden chair on a deck outside, overlooking a savannah with trees and a waterbody, with a tea setup on a small table nearby, inside a tent with a sofa and pillows.
An outdoor bathtub filled with bubbles, set on a wooden deck, near a large tree, with a lake and mountains in the background at dusk, lit by lanterns and a hanging lantern next to the tree.
Bathroom with dual white vessel sinks on a wooden countertop, large mirror, and view of an outdoor landscape through a glass door with curtains.
A lakeside outdoor seating area at sunset with wooden chairs arranged around a fire pit and lanterns on side tables, overlooking a calm lake and distant mountains.
Outdoor restaurant patio at sunset with tables set for dining, lit by lanterns, overlooking a body of water and mountains in the background.
A table set for outdoor buffet with various dishes, including sliced fresh fruits, salad, bread, and condiments, overlooking a river and mountains.
Poolside lounge area on a wooden deck with wicker chairs, cushions, and rolled towels, overlooking a river and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Woman relaxing on outdoor sofa with a drink, overlooking a landscape with elephants near a body of water and mountains in the background.
A group of African wild dogs resting on dry ground in a forest clearing, with a golf cart and trees in the background.
Four people in a canoe paddling on a river with three elephants walking along the grassy bank in the background.
A group of hippopotamuses swimming in the water with a boat and four people in the background.
Two men on a boat, one holding a fishing rod, proudly showing a large fish caught in the water.
A male lion and a female lioness appear to be engaged in a confrontation on a dirt plain, with a grassy landscape and water bodies in the background.
Group of elephants and white birds on a grassy plain at sunset, with water pools and a distant horizon.
Two hippopotamuses partially submerged in water with a group of people in a canoe in the background.
Tourists observing elephants in the wild near a tree in a grassy landscape, with mountains in the background.