Article by Rudo Nhamoinesu |Images Tamuka Nyoni & Machaba Safaris Being avid travellers means that sometimes we think we have seen it all, but the Zimbabwean bush always has a way of surprising us! On a recent trip to Mana Pools, we experienced this surprise through the Machaba Safaris camps that offered a varied perspective […]
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Article and images | Hannah Rothwell If you’re not already aware, Mana Pools is named after the four permanent pools nestled into the beautiful, untamed landscape of the national park. These four pools are called Long Pool, Green Pool, Chine Pool, and Chisasiko Pool, and together they form the beating heart of Mana Pools. I
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Article | Rudo Nhamoinesu Images | Wilderness Safaris & Rudo Nhamoinesu There is something special about stepping away from our fast-paced city lives and embarking on a more remote and adventurous experience, for us this was through the gates of Mana Pools towards our final destination Chikwenya Camp, located on the Eastern Border of the
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Article by Rudo Nhamoinesu | Images by The Peech Boutique Hotel Imagine a sanctuary where clear blue skies stretch endlessly above, manicured gardens offer a serene retreat, and the soothing sounds of flowing fountains and chirping birds fill the air. Picture yourself nestled in this oasis, a book in hand, with no honking cars or
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By Lydia Smith Having only lived in Zimbabwe for two years Kariba didn’t conjure up the same excitement as it does for my Zimbabwean husband. A man-made lake with a lot of stumps and some game didn’t really excite me as much as the wild Zambezi or the wondrous wildlife sanctuaries in the Savé Valley.
by Jean Dollery Vistas of vineyards, world-class polo fields and a distant lake melting into the bracasthesia-clad granite hills beyond instantly sets Bushman Rock Safaris apart from other safari outfits in Zimbabwe. A smiling Sharon bearing homemade lemonade greeted us warmly on arrival and we were seamlessly settled in no time. Enter Johnathan Passaportis (or
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Article by Adam Garden Pulling into The Kingdom Hotel always puts a smile on your face as you are greeted by a host of men dressed in Ndebele tribal attire, amabhetshu. The warmth in which they greet any visitor to the hotel makes one feel like a king returning to his castle and the stunning
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Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu Images: Melissa Katunga As the first light of dawn illuminated the sprawling cityscape of Harare, a sense of eager anticipation hung in the air. We—a select group of automobile enthusiasts were awaiting our flight to Johannesburg with bated breath. We had been cordially invited by Premier Auto Zimbabwe to partake in an
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Article and Images Mike Myers When I look back on my career as a guide in Botswana it’s hard to believe I’m in my fifth decade of doing it, the time seems to have passed by in a heartbeat. In that time, I have lived through the growth of the safari industry from humble beginnings
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Victoria Falls Safari Lodge’s new look, following the completion of a refurbishment of its rooms and central areas, pays homage to Zimbabwe with its vibrant colours celebrating both the warmth of local hospitality and the Ndebele culture. Africa Albida Tourism (AAT) director Ross Kennedy said the refurbishment, which showcases the work of local artisans, was
