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
“The air is filled with an aura of mystique, a subtle reminder of the legendary adventures of Dr. David Livingstone and journalist Henry Morton Stanley in the heart of Africa” Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu Images: Stanley and Livingstone Hotel As I stood at the entrance into the grand hallway of the Stanley and Livingstone Hotel, I
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Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu Images: Daka Plains Camp As we entered the park, and approached the camp, my eyes drank in the sight of the remote north-western region of Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest reserve, where Daka Plains Camp resides. A brief 40-minute safari transfer from Robin’s airstrip leads you to this unique destination. Nestled atop
Article and Images Philip Weiss (environmental author, producer and education consultant) Africa has become a huge dumping ground for second-hand clothes from Western countries. Such fabrics containing artificial fibres eventually end up in landfill. Mutare brings in bales of clothes from Mozambique for a small cost. These second-hand clothing imports disintegrate over time and microfibres
Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu “What a large herd of elephants and so many calves, I really don’t mind this roadblock!” We were brought to a halt by these magnificent creatures on our journey to Wilderness Davisons camp from the airstrip, my guide echoed my sentiments and excitement. Observing my delight, and once the “mothers” had kindly
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