60 days in Zimbabwe Itinerary

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Fly
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Victoria Falls
— 7 nights
Drive
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Hwange National Park
— 4 nights
Drive
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Matobo National Park - The Matopos
— 2 nights
Drive
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Bulawayo
— 4 nights
Drive
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Gweru
— 4 nights
Drive
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Masvingo
— 4 nights
Drive
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Chimanimani
— 2 nights
Drive
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Mutare
— 4 nights
Drive
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Nyanga
— 4 nights
Drive
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Wedza
— 2 nights
Drive
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Harare
— 13 nights
Drive
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Kariba
— 4 nights
Ferry to Mlibizi, Drive to Hwange
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Hwange
— 3 nights
Drive to Victoria Falls International Airport, Fly to Houston

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Victoria Falls — 7 nights

On the 14th (Tue), spend a relaxing day on the river with a rafting and tubing tour. There's much more to do: admire the sheer force of Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls National Park, snap pictures at Victoria Falls Bridge, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, and take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour.

For maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Victoria Falls itinerary planner.

Houston, USA to Victoria Falls is an approximately 27-hour flight. Traveling from Houston to Victoria Falls, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Houston in March; daily highs in Victoria Falls reach 84°F and lows reach 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Hwange National Park.
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Hwange National Park — 4 nights

Spend the 19th (Sun) exploring nature at Hwange National Park.

For where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Hwange National Park online travel route planner.

Getting from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 82°F, and evening lows to 66°F. You'll set off for Matobo National Park - The Matopos on the 22nd (Wed).
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Matobo National Park - The Matopos — 2 nights

On the 23rd (Thu), look for all kinds of wild species at African Wanderer Safaris and then make a trip to Cecil Rhode's Burial Place. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Matobo Hills.

For photos, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Matobo National Park - The Matopos road trip tool.

Getting from Hwange National Park to Matobo National Park - The Matopos by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and flight; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Hwange National Park in March, expect little chillier with lows of 61°F in Matobo National Park - The Matopos. On the 24th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Bulawayo.
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Bulawayo — 4 nights

Bulawayo is known for museums, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Matobo National Park, soothe aching muscles at The Haven Relaxation and Beauty Spa, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, and explore the ancient world of Khami Ruins.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Bulawayo trip planner.

You can drive from Matobo National Park - The Matopos to Bulawayo in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In March, daily temperatures in Bulawayo can reach 82°F, while at night they dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to drive to Gweru.
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Gweru — 4 nights

Change things up with a short trip to Naletale in Shangani (about 1h 15 min away).

For where to stay, photos, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Gweru day trip planning website.

You can drive from Bulawayo to Gweru in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in March, and nighttime lows around 59°F. You'll set off for Masvingo on the 1st (Sat).
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Masvingo — 4 nights

Masvingo is known for historic sites and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Great Zimbabwe National Monument and explore the activities along Kyle Recreational Park.

To see where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Masvingo visit planner.

Traveling by car from Gweru to Masvingo takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus. In April in Masvingo, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 56°F at night. You'll set off for Chimanimani on the 5th (Wed).
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Chimanimani — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Chimanimani Mountains National Park. Keep things going the next day: take in the views from Birchenough Bridge and then admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls.

To find photos, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Chimanimani online route planner.

Drive from Masvingo to Chimanimani in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 73°F, and evening lows to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Mutare.
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Mutare — 4 nights

Mutare is known for golf, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tee off at Leopard Rock Golf and Country Club, tour the pleasant surroundings at Vumba Botanical Gardens and Reserve, try your luck at Leopard Rock Casino, and see the interesting displays at Mutare Museum.

For other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Mutare day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Chimanimani to Mutare takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 73°F, and evening lows to 56°F. You will leave for Nyanga on the 11th (Tue).
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Nyanga — 4 nights

Change things up with a short trip to Chirinda Forest Reserve in Makoni (about 1h 45 min away).

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Nyanga trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by car from Mutare to Nyanga takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. April in Nyanga sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 56°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Wedza.
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Wedza — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Imire: Rhino & Wildlife Conservation.

To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Wedza online attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Nyanga to Wedza takes 3 hours. In April in Wedza, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 56°F at night. On the 17th (Mon), you're off to Harare.
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Harare — 13 nights

Sunshine City

Step out of Harare with an excursion to Mazowe Dam in Mazowe--about 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary, soothe aching muscles at Amara's Health Spa, Head underground at Domboshawa Caves, and don't miss a visit to Raintree Venue.

To see maps, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Harare day trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Wedza to Harare takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In April in Harare, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 56°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Kariba.
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Kariba — 4 nights

Step out of Kariba with an excursion to Camping Sites at Mana Pools National Park in Mana Pools National Park--about 2 hours away.

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Kariba trip planner.

Traveling by car from Harare to Kariba takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and car; or do a combination of bus and car. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Harare in April: high temperatures in Kariba hover around 84°F and lows are around 68°F. On the 4th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Hwange.
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Hwange — 3 nights

Step out of Hwange with an excursion to Zambezi River in Msuna--about 1h 25 min away.

For more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Hwange trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Kariba to Hwange by combination of ferry and car takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive. Expect little chillier evenings in Hwange when traveling from Kariba in May, with lows around 53°F. You'll set off for home on the 7th (Sun).
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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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