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Southwest Zimbabwe

Hwange National Park

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Why visit Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest and most diverse wildlife reserve, offers an unforgettable safari experience with vast landscapes, incredible biodiversity, and exceptional game viewing. Covering over 14,600 square kilometres, Hwange is home to more than 100 mammal species, including one of the largest elephant populations in Africa, as well as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the rare African wild dog.

Game drives through open savannahs, teak forests, and seasonal wetlands reveal a constantly changing ecosystem, while walking safaris offer the chance to track wildlife on foot with expert guides. The park’s famous waterholes, many artificially maintained during the dry season, attract huge herds of elephants, buffalo, and antelope, creating spectacular wildlife encounters.

For a unique experience, night drives uncover Hwange’s elusive nocturnal species, such as leopards, civets, and hyenas. Luxury lodges and intimate bush camps provide secluded accommodations, often overlooking wildlife-rich areas.

Easily accessible from Victoria Falls, Hwange offers a less crowded, more immersive safari compared to other African parks.

Did you know?

Hwange National Park has a network of underground fossil rivers, which once flowed through the region thousands of years ago. These hidden waterways still influence the park’s ecosystem today, helping to sustain natural springs and waterholes that attract wildlife, especially during the dry season.

Elephants in Hwange

Did you know? Hwange National Park is home to one of the world’s largest elephant populations, with an estimated 40,000 to 50,000 elephants. The park’s man-made waterholes, originally created to sustain wildlife during the dry season, have become crucial for their survival, attracting vast herds and offering spectacular wildlife viewing.

Elephants at a watering hole, Hwange National Park

Highlights of Victoria Falls

One of Africa’s Largest Elephant Populations: Home to over 40,000 elephants, Hwange offers some of the most dramatic elephant encounters, especially at its famous waterholes.
Incredible Predator Sightings: The park supports large lion prides, elusive leopards, cheetahs, and African wild dogs, making it one of the best places for big cat and predator sightings.
Diverse Landscapes & Habitats: From open savannahs and teak forests to seasonal wetlands, Hwange’s varied terrain supports a rich diversity of wildlife and birdlife.
Exclusive Safari Experience: Less crowded than other major reserves, Hwange offers intimate, unspoiled game drives, walking safaris, and excellent photographic opportunities.
Historic Waterhole System: The park relies on man-made waterholes, many powered by solar pumps, which attract massive herds of wildlife during the dry season.
Proximity to Victoria Falls: Just a two-hour drive from Victoria Falls, Hwange is an easy and rewarding safari extension from one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders.

Where to stay

Best properties in Hwange National Park

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Camelthorn Camp, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

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Camelthorn Lodge, Hwange National Park

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Somalisa, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

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Somalisa Camp, Hwange National Park

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Verney’s Camp, Hwange National Park

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Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Close encounters in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

A watering hole in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Verney's Camp, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

On safari in Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

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Getting to Hwange National Park

The vast majority of people will reach Hwange from Victoria Falls which involves either a 2-3 hour road transfer or 30-45 light aircraft flight depending on which camp you choose to stay at.

When to go

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OUR FAVOURITE TIME TO VISIT

Towards the end of summer the water starts to become scarce and the wildlife concentrates around what is left making August and September a fabulous time to be there.