Zimbabwe

The currency in Zimbabwe is the Zimbabwean Dollar. Cash transactions are accepted in foreign currency (i.e. use of Forex), with US Dollars being the most widely accepted and used – the South African Rand (ZAR) is also accepted.

Zimbabwe shares the same time zone as the rest of Southern Africa, which is two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time – (GMT) + 2 hours, in the Central Africa Time Zone (CAT).

Unfortunately not. Zimbabwe does not have credit card facilities. This includes our Wilderness camps. However, payment can be made in cash and debit card transactions are accepted in Zimbabwe.

We tread lightly on the land. And our camps are always located in pristine wilderness areas. This means we often have to generate our own electricity. There are 220V power points in the camps. If you have an item that runs on 110V, please bring a converter. It is also advisable to bring additional universal travel adaptors and extra batteries.

Please remember that there may be luggage weight or size restrictions on your Zimbabwe safari. Chat to your Travel Designer who can advise you best based on your personal itinerary. As a general rule of thumb, warm clothing is recommended for the cooler months, and light clothing for summer. Bright colours and white are not advisable.

Great Zimbabwe was a medieval African city known for its large circular wall and tower. It was part of a wealthy African trading empire that controlled much of the East African coast from the 11th to the 15th centuries. Archaeologists have found pottery from China and Persia, as well as Arab coins in the ruins. A fascinating place to visit on your Zimbabwe journey.

Please check with your Travel Designer to find out if you require a visa to enter Zimbabwe. Some nationalities may have to apply in advance. However, some nationalities are able to obtain these on arrival at the port of entry.

Please speak to your Travel Designer for the latest travel advisory updates, to ensure that you are prepared for all COVID travel requirements in Zimbabwe before your departure.

If you are travelling to Zimbabwe from areas infected with yellow fever, you must have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. We advise our guests to also have an updated TPD (tetanus, pollo, diphtheria) vaccine and a hepatitis A vaccine. 

Please consult with your Travel Designer or travel clinic a few weeks before your departure. Some courses of medication may need to be started in advance of your visit to Zimbabwe.