Zimbabwe

Fifth edition of Bradt's Zimbabwe – the only detailed, standalone guide from a major publisher to this premier southern African destination. Features a foreword by explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes.

Zimbabwe is best known for the Victoria Falls, whose magnificent curtain of falling water leaves visitors awestruck. But there's far more to discover: evocative wildlife, fascinating arts, jaw-dropping landscapes, and astonishing World Heritage sites await the intrepid traveller. Soak up the laid-back atmosphere of Harare with its bustling arts scene and trendy restaurants, or head to the mighty Zambezi River for fast-flowing adventure. National parks offer varied wildlife encounters—from canoe-based game-viewing at Mana Pools (home to African painted dogs) to remote camping beside rare nyala antelope in Gonarezhou's wilderness. Matusadona boasts one of Africa's highest leopard densities, while Matobo Hills combines white and black rhinos with the world's greatest concentration of ancient hunter-gatherer rock art.

History enthusiasts will marvel at Zimbabwe's wealth of cultural sites, including the World Heritage-listed stone cities of Great Zimbabwe and Khami, once centres of a lucrative trading empire. Birdwatchers will find abundant avian encounters, notably in Bunga's lush forests, one of Zimbabwe's best-kept secrets. With renewed business confidence, the country has seen scores of new hotels and lodges open, national parks rejuvenated, airports upgraded, and major roads improved.

Written by a former Zimbabwe resident and thoroughly updated by two seasoned adventurers, this guide caters to everyone from wildlife enthusiasts to adventure seekers and hikers, whether travelling independently or on an organised tour. New features include a 64-page full-colour wildlife guide and expanded coverage of Zambezi National Park, Matobo Hills, and the surroundings of Harare and Bulawayo.