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Bulawayo - Zimbabwe Wildlife Destination

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$500PP

Overview

Bulawayo is the second largest city in Zimbabwe and is located in the southern part of the country. While it is not known for its wildlife areas, there are still some safari options available in the surrounding areas. Here are some popular safari options in Bulawayo:

  1. Matobo National Park: This park is located approximately 30 minutes from Bulawayo and is known for its stunning rock formations and ancient cave paintings. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rhinos and leopards. Visitors can take guided game drives or walking safaris to see the animals.
  2. Hwange National Park: This park is located approximately 4-5 hours from Bulawayo and is one of the largest national parks in Zimbabwe. It is home to a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes. Visitors can take guided game drives or walking safaris to see the animals.
  3. Gonarezhou National Park: This park is located approximately 6-7 hours from Bulawayo and is one of the largest and most remote national parks in Zimbabwe. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and cheetahs. Visitors can take guided game drives or walking safaris to see the animals.
  4. Bubiana Conservancy: This private conservancy is located approximately 2 hours from Bulawayo and is known for its rhino population. Visitors can take guided game drives or walking safaris to see the animals up close.

Overall, while Bulawayo itself may not have many safari options, the surrounding areas offer a variety of wildlife viewing opportunities. Visitors can choose from a range of activities based on their interests, and there are many tour operators and lodges in the area that can help plan and organize safari trips.

High Season
June to September and January to February
Best Time to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal variations

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Beautiful and diverse scenery
  • Professional guided safaris
  • Unique ecosystem and biodiversity
  • Can be crowded during peak season
  • Weather dependent activities

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May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

May to October (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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