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Zimbabwe offers excellent self drive opportunities, even with the political situation and all the negative press it has received over the past decade. The upside is that there are not many tourists and prices are very good compared to other destinations in the region. Combine a self drive holiday with time spent on a house boat on Lake Kariba or do a canoe safari on the Lower Zambezi where you experience the beauty of Mana Pools.
 
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Zimbabwe is on the road to recovery and is an exceptional self drive holiday destination. It had its fair share of difficulties over the past decade, but as far as travel goes it is generally safe and easy to travel around! Zimbabwe has some of the most spectacular scenery in southern Africa and enjoys one of the wonders of the world in the form of the majestic Victoria Falls.

After years of economic and political turmoil, stability has returned to this jewel of Africa and now is the time to visit before the crowds return.

The main roads are still in relatively good condition, but if you venture off-road you will soon find rain-damaged roads in need of repair (which is what some of us want!). That means you can travel between the major attractions without hassle. Some of these beautiful places include Victoria Falls, Mana Pools, Matopos National Park, Lake Kariba and the Eastern Highlands.

The people of Zimbabwe is friendly and welcoming. Logistically a self drive tour in Zimbabwe is straight forward with the official currency being US$, so fuel, supplies and other general goods are available.

 
 
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Zimbabwe is a great self drive destination. It offers remote wilderness areas and exceptional wildlife experiences!
 
 
recommended camping equipment (if planning to camp along the way)
Roof tent
- mattress with duvet
- sheet and pillows
Hand wash basin
Table and table cloth
Chairs
Cooler boxes
Gas lamp (with spare mantles)
Rechargeable light
Candle holders
Washing line and pegs
Braai tongs
Cooking grill
Gas cooker
Gas bottles x 2
Cooking gloves
Frying pan
Saucepans
Kettle
Cutlery (knives, forks and spoons) Crockery (dinner plates, side plates and pudding bowls)
Glasses & coffee mugs
Large fork
Kitchen utensils
- bread knife, chopping knife
- serving spoons
- tin opener, bottle opener
- cheese grater
- scissors
- potato peeler
Washing bowls
- washing up brush
- dish cloths
- pan scrubbers
- tea towels
 
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recommended vehicle equipment (for 4x4 road trips)
High lift jack and bottle jack
Tool kit
Basic first aid kit
Two spare wheels
Awning
Spare tyres x 2 (+ repair kit)
Tow rope and/or winch
Wheel brace
Electric wheel pump
Water containers (2 x 20 ltr)
Diesel containers (Jerry cans)
Roofrack
Fridge/ freezer (40 litres)
220V inverter
Dual battery system
Drawer System for easy packing
Axe
Shovel/ spade
 
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Please note: the above recommended equipment is not exhaustive in any way. Please consult the camping and 4x4 vehicle specialists for advice. If you choose to rent a 4x4, most come with adequate equipment for your Botswana self drive safari into the bush. But keep this list handy to check if they've covered everything.
 
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