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Swenglishnick & Zimgirl
GB
Visited:
December 2007
Reviewed: Oct 10, 2011
Email Swenglishnick & Zimgirl | 35-50 years of age
Enjoying a great park on a budget
We visited Hwange in December which is a little far into the rainy season to see the most animals. The best time to visit is in September when the water holes are great places to spot the wide range of animals in the park.
We stayed in the rustic National Parks cottages which, even in the middle of shortages that were affecting Zimbabwe, were great places to stay and very cost-effective.
We did not have a 4x4 but found there to be ample routes around the park for a normal 2 wheel drive car. We saw a wide selection of antelope, giraffe, cheetah and zebra. We were sad to miss out on the elephants but they had disappeared off into the bush because of the rains. We also got great views of the Black Rhino at the nearby Hwange Safari Lodge.
When we were not self-driving, we went on some excellent guided drives with extremely knowledgeable local guides.
At that time of year, the birding was excellent and could fill in the periods when the larger game was not visible.
Mr Ush
GB
Visited:
July 2007
Reviewed: Oct 7, 2011
35-50 years of age
kboaler
AU
Visited:
August 2009
Reviewed: Sep 22, 2011
20-35 years of age
Schroeder
DE
Visited:
September 2008
Reviewed: Sep 22, 2011
35-50 years of age
One of the biggest in Africa, good bush experience.
Plenty of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes. Water pumps were working thanks to private initiative!
Peter Richmond
CA
Visited:
November 2025
Reviewed: Dec 13, 2025
Email Peter Richmond | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing experience with an opportunity to get so close to the wildlife... the road from Victoria Falls needs lots of repair work to make the trip even more enjoyable... work appears to be happening now... so important for this to be completed and then maintained regularly..
Hlanzekile Msebele
ZW
Visited:
October 2024
Reviewed: Dec 7, 2024
Email Hlanzekile Msebele | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nature at it's finest
It was an amazing experience that is unparalleled. Having a that opportunity to see nature up close was just amazing. The big five was something I'd always read about or seen on TV
Lee-Ann
ZW
Visited:
December 2023
Reviewed: Dec 6, 2024
Email Lee-Ann | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hwange National Park is a breathtakingly beautiful haven, teeming with diverse wildlife
I recently visited Hwange National Park and had an unforgettable experience! The park's vast wilderness and diverse wildlife left me in awe, with majestic elephants, lions, antelopes, and vibrant birdlife making every game drive a thrilling adventure. The scenic landscapes, from dense forests to open savannas, were breathtakingly beautiful, and the warm hospitality of the park staff and locals made us feel welcome.
Carolina
BR
Visited:
November 2024
Reviewed: Nov 13, 2024
Email Carolina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The park is large, there is a variety of wild animals and the guides are excellent.
Keith Flight
AU
Visited:
September 2024
Reviewed: Nov 1, 2024
Email Keith Flight | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing hospitality and great safari experiences with great guides who are very knowledgeable.