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Travel Guide: Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe's system of National Parks and Reserves is extensive, well-organized, and notable for the range of safari experiences that are available. Its parks cover a wide variety of environments and contain an enormously diverse collection of species.
Moreover, Zimbabwe offers travellers many different means of safari travel and game viewing: open vehicles are permitted, as are night game drives; walking safaris and boat safaris are available, the latter including motor launch, canoe, kayak, and even houseboat. The Zambezi also offers some of the finest whitewater rafting in the world. |
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The Republic of Zimbabwe is located in Southern Africa and has a population of 11.2 million people. Zimbabwe borders Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia, and has a total land area of 386,670 sq km. Zimbabwe is comprised of 8 provinces and 2 cities (Harare and Bulawayo) with provincial status, and gained independence from the UK on 18 April 1980. Zimbabwe is in the low income group of countries, with a 1995 GNP per capita of US$540. |
Places of InterestZambezi and Victoria Falls National Park:
Victoria Falls, like Mount Kilimanjaro, is an emblem of the entire African continent. Spanning 1700 metres (5577.4 feet) and dropping 128 metres ( 420 feet) into the Zambezi Gorge, the falls create a roar--and a cloud of mist--so great that they are visible from 40 km (24.8 miles). David Livingstone was the first European to visit the falls, in 1855, and he named them in honor of his queen. |
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The best time to visit Victoria Falls is between September and November. During March and April, when the water volume is at its peak, the falls create so much mist that they are difficult to see, and from May to September the mist adds to the season's high humidity. There are all sorts of activities offered at Victoria Falls, including bungee jumping, small plane flights over the falls, and raft trips to the Boiling Pot at their base. In addition to such thrill ride activities, Victoria Falls is also the center for some of the best safari and adventure opportunities in Africa. |
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Above Victoria Falls, outstanding canoe and kayaking safaris are available, offering one of the most exciting and memorable ways to experience both the Zambezi and the abundant game of Zambezi National Park. Below Victoria Falls, the Zambezi ...
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Hwange National Park:Hwange, which is located south of Victoria Falls and along the Botswana border, covers more than 5600 square miles (14,500 sq. km.) of highveld and semidesert. It enjoys one of the highest concentrations of wildl ...
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Geography and Climate: Zimbabwe is a landlocked country lying entirely between the tropics. The country is largely plateau, giving rise to many rivers which feed into 2 of Africa's greatest river systems: the Zambezi in the north-wes ...
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However, it appears that the country is again on the verge of civil war following government clamp downs on the press, intimidation of the judiciary, flagrant violation of human rights and summary executions of members of the opposition party – all ...
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Kariba Zimbabwe
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Completed in 1960, it was the largest man-made dam ever built. Two hundred and twenty kilometres long and in places up to forty kilometres wide. It provides electric power to Zambia and Zimbabwe and supports a thriving fishing industry.
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Rhodes Grave at Matopos
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The Matopos balancing rocks are the burial place of Cecil John Rhodes. Commanding a vista clear to the horizon, the name "Worlds View", could not be more appropriate for this enchanting piece of Zimbabwe.
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Zambezi River
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Vic Falls is a favourite with honeymooners from around the world. The sundowner cruises, nearby game reserves and safari opportunities have firmly ensured that Victoria Falls has become one of Africa's most visited attractions.
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