3 Ways to Experience Zimbabwe Safaris Unfiltered 

Zimbabwe offers an invitation to truly experience the wild. Authentic, unfiltered Zimbabwe safaris offer so much more than hurried tours and the distant views from a vehicle. 

With Tailormade Africa, the barriers between you and nature are dissolved as you feel the pulse of the wild underfoot, forging a profound connection. Journey with us and abandon the conventional to embrace the raw beauty of Africa in three unique ways.

1. Walking the Earth

With each crunch of dry leaves under your boots, the scent of earth and trees, and the thrill of tracking wildlife in Zimbabwe, you can find peace, mental clarity and deep relaxation. 

A walking safari places you in the heart of it all. You’ll learn to read the subtle signs of the bush, like animal footprints, with the fascinating realisation that just meters away, the grit of the wild plays out between predator and prey. Walking Zimbabwe safaris give you a front row seat to the ecosystem and its ancient energy.

• Where to go: Mana Pools walking safaris

Be led by top guides on walking safaris through areas rich in game and vegetation. Mana Pools is a World Heritage site with some of the most luxurious camps on offer.

2. Canoeing the Zambezi

The Zambezi River is a lifeline through the heart of Africa and presents an unparalleled perspective on Zimbabwe’s wilderness. Canoeing is a unique way to soak up a boating safari experience. 

With boating Zimbabwe safaris, you have the chance to spot elephants drinking at the banks of a river, crocodiles on sandy shores, and hippos grunting in the water. Zimbabwe’s birdlife is also spectacular, with countless species flitting through the riverside vegetation.

• Where to go: Lake Kariba boating experiences

Lake Kariba is the largest manmade lake in the world by volume and is surrounded by the Motusadona mountain range. It has a stand-alone national wildlife park on its shores, which is home to four of the Big 5, and is fantastic for freshwater fishing. Stay in a camp along the shore or a luxury houseboat.

3. Happiness on Horseback 

For those who dream of moving with the wild, a horseback safari offers a sense of freedom and connection. On horseback, Zimbabwe safaris unfold from a different vantage point. You are high up and able to traverse diverse terrains silently and effortlessly. Animals often perceive riders as another animal, allowing for incredibly close and respectful encounters.

This mode of travel awakens the spirit of adventure, allowing you to ride alongside giraffes, zebras, and antelope. With a steady motion and the feeling of the wind in your hair, it is difficult not to get caught up in the rhythm of your horse beneath you. Novice and experienced riders are usually welcome.

• Where to go: Victoria Falls

Choose from one of several boutique luxury camps at Victoria Falls for an immersive, pampered stay. Elephant Camp also offers walking safaris and, in particular, rhino trekking safaris.

Experience Zimbabwe safaris with a difference. Book with Tailormade Africa and allow our passionate team to personalise your itinerary for your ideal escape.