Zimbabwe
Africa’s pink diamond
Zimbabwe is rich in natural wonders, cultural and historical highlights. Despite, or perhaps because of, the country’s reputation for economic and political instability, Zimbabwe’s eco-operators and conservationists have fought tirelessly to see its wild area flourish once more and the passionate guides are among the best in Africa. Today it proudly resumes its rightful position as Africa’s pink-diamond and the safari destination of choice for those in the know.
Hwange National Park is the largest reserve in Zimbabwe and boasts more than 100 different animal species and over 400 species of birds. It is world famous for its 30,000 elephants which congregate around a handful of known permanent waterholes in a trumpeting racket of fascinating social interactions. Mana Pools National Park is synonymous with the mighty Zambezi River. A UNESCO world heritage site, it is stunningly beautiful, wild and remote and offers fantastic opportunities for canoeing & walking safaris. The Victoria Falls are Zimbabwe’s foremost attraction and a must-see. They remain one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world offering an array of adventure-based activities including river rafting, bungee jumping, abseiling and canoeing that will sate any adrenalin junkie’s appetite.
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- Phenomenal guiding
- Victoria Falls
- Big game safaris
- Offbeat destinations
- Walking safaris, canoeing and adventure
- Passionate guides and pioneering conservation programmes
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Zimbabwe’s diverse regions
from Hwange to Victoria Falls
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Unforgettable experiences in Zimbabwe
Catch tiger fish in the Zambezi river
Catch tiger fish in the Zambezi river
The aptly named tiger fish is related to the infamous piranha and is known for its tenacious spirit and insatiable hunting ability. It is regarded as one of the greatest freshwater game fish in the world and the Zambezi river is t...
Cruise the Zambezi River at sunset
Cruise the Zambezi River at sunset
After a long day on safari there is nothing better than a leisurely cruise down the Zambezi river with a cold drink in hand. African sunsets are legendary and you can glide along listening to the birds tweeting as they return to t...
Walk with big game in the company of world-class guides
Walk with big game in the company of world-class guides
Zimbabwe is well known within the safari industry for having the most rigorous guide training programme. This has created some of Africa’s top guides who love nothing more than safely approaching big game on foot. Walking safari...
Learn about the endangered painted dog
Learn about the endangered painted dog
With less than 5,000 left in the wild, the African painted dog is critically endangered. Zimbabwe is one of the last strongholds for these sociable animals. This is in part thanks to the Painted Dog Conservation Project. You can v...
Marvel at the ancient rock art at Matobo
Marvel at the ancient rock art at Matobo
As well as being home to the grave of Cecil Rhodes, the Matobo Hills contain the highest concentration of rock art in Southern Africa. The oldest paintings date back around 13,000 years but it is believed that the Matobo Hills reg...
A selection of our favourite places to stay in Zimbabwe
Linkwasha Camp – Hwange National Park
Ruckomechi Camp – Mana Pools
The Victoria Falls Hotel – Victoria Falls
Somalisa Camp – Hwange National Park
Mpala Jena – Zambezi National Park
Tembo Plains Camp – Mana Pools
Kanga Expeditions – Mana Pools
A collection of safaris in Zimbabwe
ABC of Zimbabwe with African Bush Camps
Itinerary Inspiration | From Hwange to Mana Pools
This is an adventure enthusiast’s paradise. Starting in Victoria Fall, Zimbabwe’s adventure capital, you will then take to the air in a light aircraft and fly to Hwange National Park, and enjoy game drives in search of huge herds of elephant and the predators that follow them. Your next stop is Mana Pools in the countries north, on the banks of the might Zambezi River, followed by the perfect end to any safari, that is a visit to Lake Kariba, where spectacular views and calming cruises on the lake can be enjoyed....Read More
Zimbabwe Classic with Wilderness Safaris
Itinerary Inspiration | Victoria Falls Hwange & Zambezi
Combining Hwange National Park, Mana Pools and the majestic Victoria Falls, this 5-star safari of Zimbabwe includes major highlights and offers you extraordinary diversity, spectacular scenery and world-class safari experiences. It is well known that Zimbabwe has the best safari guides on the continent; an accolade the Zimbabwe safari industry is very proud of. Guides are exceptionally well trained, allowing truly unique safari experiences not available elsewhere and will provide great dinner party stories for years to come....Read More
Our trip to Zimbabwe was so well organised. Everything was taken care of all we had to do was turn up. Thanks Kath, we had a great time. Loved the safari, it was the highlight.
Nick & Yvonne Rice
Zimbabwe offers it all, a quintessential safari experience with big game, diverse landscapes and some of the best guides in Africa – it’s simply a must for any safari goer.
Kath Austin - Zimbabwe specialist
Everything was perfect! Advice and information on destinations and activities hit everything I had hoped to experience. I contacted the Classic Safari Company upon recommendation and have now, in turn, recommended to others.
Tim Bradley
Classic Safari Company has done it again! A unique experience that ticked all the boxes - wildlife, culture and dining experience. A dream come true!
Ros Wheeler
If you want the most sensational experience in Africa let Julia and the staff at Classic Safari Co plan it for you! Their knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm for their job means your every wish will be fulfilled.
Miriam & Joseph Harrison
An absolutely fantastic travel company - every one of the many trips they have organised for us over 22 years have been faultless and fabulous.
Judith & Roger Williams
You can't improve on perfection. I had my best birthday and holiday with my family celebrating my 80th birthday in Africa. Everything that Julia organised was perfect and the whole trip was a highlight!
Buckingham Family
Classic Safari are the people who genuinely know other culture and offer incredible insight to perfectly meet your expectations.
Melanie McMillan & Iain Jones
Classic Safari is the place to go to for "top end" adventure travel.
Ron & Alison Guthrie
Their experience and knowledge of Africa is evident and we couldn't have been happier with the total package. This has given us a taste for Africa - now we are ready for more.
Andrew & Pip Stevens
An amazing experience - the best family holiday we have ever had. We were extremely impressed by the meticulous attention to our itinerary. I can't speak highly enough of all the elements of this exciting journey!
Sheryl & Robert Taylor
The trip exceeded my expectations and was the best family holiday I have ever had. Our children simply loved it and now I know more about African wildlife than they do about our own farm animals.
Rowntree family
