Safari destinations in Zimbabwe: 3 places, the best time for each and travel basics.
Across Zimbabwe, the strongest months overall are June and August to October.
Destinations
- Hwange Best: August to October
- Mana Pools Best: August to October
- Victoria Falls Best: May to October
Travel basics
- Currency
- ZWG
- Languages
- English, Shona, Ndebele (among several official languages)
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Plug types
- D, G
Zimbabwe's Department of Immigration accepts visa applications online through its official portal. Requirements depend on nationality, so check the portal before travel. The US dollar is widely used alongside the local currency.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from a yellow-fever-risk country. Malaria is present throughout the country. Consult a doctor or travel clinic before your trip.
Sources: Zimbabwe e-Visa – Department of Immigration · Zimbabwe Tourism Authority · CDC Travelers' Health – Zimbabwe
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.