37 days in Zimbabwe Itinerary

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Harare
— 11 nights
Drive
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Wedza
— 1 night
Drive
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Chimanimani
— 2 nights
Drive
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Chiredzi
— 1 night
Drive
5
Masvingo
— 1 night
Drive
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Matobo National Park - The Matopos
— 2 nights
Drive
7
Bulawayo
— 5 nights
Drive
8
Hwange National Park
— 3 nights
Drive
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Victoria Falls
— 9 nights
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Harare — 11 nights

Sunshine City

Change things up with a short trip to Mazowe Dam in Mazowe (about 48 minutes away). There's still lots to do: meet the residents at Wild Is Life, make a trip to Balancing Rocks, explore the fascinating underground world of Domboshawa Caves, and stroll through Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary.

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Bratislava, Slovakia to Harare is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Central Africa Time (CAT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. When traveling from Bratislava in October, plan for much hotter days in Harare, with highs around 34°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to drive to Wedza.
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Wedza — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Imire: Rhino & Wildlife Conservation.

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You can drive from Harare to Wedza in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. October in Wedza sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Chimanimani.
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Chimanimani — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): stroll around Chimanimani Mountains National Park. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: snap pictures at Birchenough Bridge and then admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls.

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You can drive from Wedza to Chimanimani in 4 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Chiredzi.
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Chiredzi — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): stroll around Gonarezhou National Park.

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Drive from Chimanimani to Chiredzi in 4 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Chimanimani in October: highs in Chiredzi hover around 38°C, while lows dip to 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Masvingo.
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Masvingo — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the ancient world of Great Zimbabwe National Monument and then explore the activities along Kyle Recreational Park.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Masvingo online visit planner.

Traveling by car from Chiredzi to Masvingo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Chiredzi in October; daily highs in Masvingo reach 34°C and lows reach 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Matobo National Park - The Matopos.
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Matobo National Park - The Matopos — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): take an exotic tour of African Wanderer Safaris and then don't miss a visit to Cecil Rhode's Burial Place. Here are some ideas for day two: admire all the interesting features of Matobo Hills.

To find reviews, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Matobo National Park - The Matopos trip itinerary planning app.

Getting from Masvingo to Matobo National Park - The Matopos by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, flight, and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In October, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Bulawayo.
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Bulawayo — 5 nights

Bulawayo is known for museums, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape of Matobo National Park, examine the collection at Bulawayo Railway Museum, stroll through Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage and Research Centre, and relax and rejuvenate at The Haven Relaxation and Beauty Spa.

To find other places to visit, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read our Bulawayo online holiday planner.

You can drive from Matobo National Park - The Matopos to Bulawayo in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In October, daytime highs in Bulawayo are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Hwange National Park.
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Hwange National Park — 3 nights

Step out of Hwange National Park to go to Hwange and see Painted Dog Conservation, which is approximately 1h 5 min away. Spend the 26th (Wed) exploring nature at Hwange National Park.

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Drive from Bulawayo to Hwange National Park in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Bulawayo in October since evenings lows in Hwange National Park dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Victoria Falls.
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Victoria Falls — 9 nights

On the 29th (Sat), spend a relaxing day on the river with a rafting and tubing tour. Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls National Park, look for gifts at Cultural Vibes Music Shop, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Victoria Falls Snake Park, and take in the views from Victoria Falls Bridge.

For maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Victoria Falls online attractions planner.

Getting from Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Victoria Falls can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. On the 6th (Sun), you're off to 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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