Things to do in Zimbabwe

Where to go in Zimbabwe, when to visit, and what a trip costs.

Places to visit in Zimbabwe

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Victoria Falls: The cheapest months to fly to Victoria Falls are January through March (the wet season), when fares can be 25-40% lower than peak July-August dry season prices, and shoulder months of November and April also offer solid savings of 15-20%; mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend fares by another 10-15%.

A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.

Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.

Victoria Falls Bridge Viewpoint Walk to the mid-bridge for stunning gorge views and watch bungee jumpers at no cost
Zambezi National Park Roadside Game Viewing Elephants and warthogs regularly wander the road along the park's unfenced boundary near town
Craft Village Market (Adam Stander Drive) Browse vibrant local crafts, practice bargaining, and soak up Zimbabwean culture
Mist-Viewing from Town Pathway The massive spray cloud of the falls is visible and dramatic from public paths just outside the park gate
Sunset at Zambezi Riverbank Walk down to the river's edge near the boathouses for wild Africa sunsets with hippos grunting in the background

Ndau Kitchen, Sadza with beef stew and greens Plates $3-6
The Boma, Dinner & Drum Show (lunch visit), Zimbabwean buffet sampler at lunch Plates $8-12
Shoestrings Backpackers Bar & Grill, Grilled chicken burger with chips Plates $5-9