Matobo National Park

(formerly Matopos) - This area southwest of Bulawayo in Matabeleland boasts exquisite rock formations, as if nature had been playing marbles. Rocks are found balancing in ways that defy logic, a situation created by the eroding winds blowing out the sand between. The rocks are home to the dassie, a small rodent-type animal known more formally as Rock Hyrax, the skins of which are used to make a blanket treasured amongst the local populace. Also present in great numbers are the brightly coloured lizards common to Zimbabwe. The area has two large dams and many smaller ones that become the scene of family picnics, and angling competitions on weekends. A game park is home to herds of sable antelope, an animal not seen further south. The National Park boasts self catering chalets with amazing views as well as camping sights.

Victoria Falls

a waterfall in southern Africa

Kariba

town in Mashonaland West province, Zimbabwe, located close to the Kariba Dam

Bulawayo

City in Zimbabwe

Harare

capital of Zimbabwe

Lake Kariba

reservoir

Victoria Falls Bridge

deck arch bridge in Zambia

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls National Park

national park

Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools National Park, South of the Zambezi river in the North of Zimbabwe, is a UNESCO world heritage site. A remote location, it welcomes happy few safari lovers with an abundance of elephant, hippo, lions, antelope, giraffe and other animals, and over 350 bird species, in stunning landscapes.

Bulawayo Railway Museum

Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences

Victoria Falls Hotel

building in Zimbabwe

Balancing Rocks

A famous balancing rocks formation is located 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) southeast of Harare, off the Chiremba Road. These rocks achieved fame when they were featured prominently in the design of Zimbabwe's bank notes. Be careful of your personal safety inside the park.