20 days in Zimbabwe Itinerary

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Harare
— 3 nights
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Nyanga
— 1 night
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Mutare
— 1 night
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Chimanimani
— 2 nights
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Bulawayo
— 3 nights
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Hwange National Park
— 2 nights
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Victoria Falls
— 5 nights
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Msuna
— 1 night
Ferry
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Kariba
— 1 night
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Harare — 3 nights

Sunshine City

Step off the beaten path and head to Domboshawa Caves and kiki's gallery. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary, get advice or help at National Archives of Zimbabwe, don't miss a visit to Raintree Venue, and view the masterpieces at Shona Sculpture Gallery.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Harare online trip planner.

Lilongwe, Malawi to Harare is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can drive to Nyanga.
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Nyanga — 1 night

On the 5th (Sat), admire the sheer force of Inyangombe Falls and then take in the awesome beauty at Mount Nyangani.

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Traveling by car from Harare to Nyanga takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi. August in Nyanga sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Mutare.
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Mutare — 1 night

On the 6th (Sun), try your luck at Leopard Rock Casino and then tee off at Leopard Rock Golf and Country Club.

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Drive from Nyanga to Mutare in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can go by car to Chimanimani.
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Chimanimani — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): stroll around Chimanimani Mountains National Park. Keep things going the next day: take in the views from Birchenough Bridge and then take in the dramatic scenery at Bridal Veil Falls.

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Traveling by car from Mutare to Chimanimani takes 2 hours. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Chimanimani when traveling from Mutare in August, with lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can go by car to Bulawayo.
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Bulawayo — 3 nights

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Nesbitt Castle and Khami Ruins. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bulawayo: Matobo National Park - The Matopos (Cecil Rhode's Burial Place & Matobo Hills). The adventure continues: surround yourself with nature on African Wanderer Safaris, relax and rejuvenate at The Haven Relaxation and Beauty Spa, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Matobo National Park, and steep yourself in history at Bulawayo Town.

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Getting from Chimanimani to Bulawayo by car takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and flight. When traveling from Chimanimani in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Bulawayo, with highs around 31°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Hwange National Park.
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Hwange National Park — 2 nights

On the 12th (Sat), look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Hwange National Park.

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Traveling by car from Bulawayo to Hwange National Park takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in August, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can go by car to Victoria Falls.
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Victoria Falls — 5 nights

Explore hidden gems such as Cultural Vibes Music Shop and The Big Tree. On the 16th (Wed), spend a relaxing day on the river with a rafting and tubing tour. There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, browse the exhibits of Prime Art Gallery, and surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Getting from Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in August, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Msuna.
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Msuna — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Zambezi River.

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Traveling by car from Victoria Falls to Msuna takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Kariba.
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Kariba — 1 night

On the 20th (Sun), take some stellar pictures from Kariba Heights View Point and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Kariba.

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You can ride a ferry from Msuna to Kariba in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 19°C. On the 20th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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Zimbabwe travel guide

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Waterfalls · Zipline · Bridges
Tourism in Zimbabwe experienced a boost after the country's turbulent recent history seemed to settle down. Waterfalls, "Big Five" national parks, and the Eastern Highlands provide contrasting but complementary images of southern Africa, with the growing tourism infrastructure helping visitors see the best of what the country offers. Though corruption and unemployment remain everyday problems, the vast majority of Zimbabweans are a welcoming bunch, proud of the natural riches and culture of their hopeful country.
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