Zimbabwe Travel Articles

Zimbabwe: still a top safari destination?

October 2008

Zimbabwe used to top the list of southern African safari destinations. Now, after years of turmoil, what can visitors expect from Zim's parks and reserves? Sandra Mallinson chats to 3 people on the ground.

By Sandra Mallinson

Read about what you can expect from a Zimbabwe safari

Beers of Africa

Sometimes there's just nothing like an ice cold one, especially when it's downed in celebration of a day under Africa's open skies. A few Go2Africa travellers share their best brewed moments in the bush, up the mountain and on the water ... and the right beer for the job.

48 Hours in Victoria Falls

August 2007

What can someone armed with a camera and a sense of curiosity do in just 48 hours at Victoria Falls? Sandy took the challenge and returned with a barrel of Victoria Falls travellers tales.

By Sandra Mallinson

Read about Sandy's 48 Hours in Victoria Falls

Africa's Famous Places

April 2006

Africa is Earth's second-largest continent, and the birthplace of the human race. Its most famous places include sites of great beauty, some of the natural wonders of the world, and the relics of ancient civilisations rich in history...

By Patrick Madden

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Save Hwange National Park

November 2006

In 2005, right in the grip of Zimbabwe's economic crisis, a terrible drought caused even further devastation; the animals of Hwange National Park died in their scores. The Save Hwange Trust is desperately trying to ensure that one of Southern Africa's most iconic conservation areas doesn't suffer a recurring calamity.

By Patrick Madden

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Zimbabwe Travel

November 2006

What to expect from Zimbabwe? The question is a recurring one in the travel industry. Political Instability and a recession have knocked this former tourism giant swiftly off its pedestal. But, politics aside, can travellers still enjoy this remarkable destination? We sent one of our own into investigate...

By Alison Westwood

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