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Safaris in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe – The Safari Situation

As Zimbabwe begins to come back in to consideration as a safari destination
we at Busanga Safaris decided that the best way to encourage visitors to return was to put together a small selection of safari ideas that take in the key wildlife areas, and to ensure that you get the very best from your safari these trips will be privately guided throughout by Doug Macdonald, our man in Zimbabwe.
We hope that you are inspired by these safari ideas to Zim and look forward to hearing from you.

This is what Doug has to say:

I write this short explanation on the current circumstances in Zimbabwe from the point of view that it is my country of birth which I am proud of. I live here in Harare with my wife and two children. I do hope to welcome you to this country and to guide you all the way to impart my local knowledge and love of the African bush and all that makes it so special to me. Over the past years Zimbabwe has been in the news for all the wrong reasons and as a result of this since 2000 there has been a huge decline in International tourism to this country. However, although we can understand the reasons why people have chosen not to travel to Zimbabwe, those people that have visited the country have been hugely rewarded with National Parks still full of wildlife, quality guides and very few other people to disturb their safari experience.
Recent times have bought a new set of dynamics to this beautiful country and a new found economic stability which has helped immeasurably. Linked to this economic stabilization is the politics of the country which is also changing constantly as we move to what we hope to be a much brighter future. It is obviously not perfect at present but I can tell you that those travellers who do travel to Zimbabwe will be amazed by its beauty, wildlife and fantastic people who will do all they can to make your time here comfortable and memorable.

Doug...

Zimbabwe Bush Camp Safari.

  • Safari
  • September 2, 2010

This safari uses 3 contrasting bush camps in the best game rich area's of Zimbabwe. This is truly a wonderful safari destination where small camps in great wilderness locations are managed by real wildlife enthusiasts with limitless guiding and tracking skills. Hwange & Mana, just full of intersting wildlife.

-$4460 pp          9 nights   requires 2 guests

Zimbabwe Zambezi safari . Privately guided

  • Safari
  • May 4, 2010

A true safari that takes you in too Mana and Matusadona, two of Zimbabwe's key wildlife areas with a rich variety of wildlife and some amazing vista's from dry bush to the vast shorelines of Lake Kariba. Guided  from start to finish by  Doug Macdonald a qualified professional Zimbabwean guide with a great personality and real love and understanding of the bush.
This 'bush luxury' safari uses true bush camps . A taste of the way safaris used to be.

-$4900 pp 10 nights

Vic Falls and the Hwange Wilderness

  • Safari
  • April 7, 2010

A short but rewarding safari that combines a visit to the magnificent falls, staying in ar colonial styled lodge near by which gives easy access to sightseeing at the falls and a choice of activities available in the area. The journey continues with a safari to a small remote but very comfortable bush camp in the incredibly varied and interesting wildlife habitat of the Hwange national Park.

- $2050  5 nights  

Mana & Matusadona , Zambabwe Privately guided by Doug Macdonald

  • Safari
  • March 12, 2010

A 9 night safari that takes you in too Mana and Matusadona, two of Zimbabwe's key wildlife areas with a rich variety of wildlife and some amazing vista's from dry bush to the vast shorelines of Lake Kariba. Guided  from start to finish by  Doug Macdonald a qualified professional Zimbabwean guide with a great personality and real love and understanding of the bush. This safari uses camps with real interest and character, very comfortable and offers super levels of care  and wonderful meals but in an authentic safari style.

- $4342 pp                                                 Dates tailored to suit  - may to nov 2010 & 2011

Mana canoe & walking safari

  • Safari
  • March 2, 2010

This Exploration is perfect for adventurous travellers, allowing guests the closest possible encounters with wildlife on one of the greatest rivers in Africa. This thrilling experience traverses the Mana Pools National Park, through the heart of Mana Pools and along the Zambezi's shoreline, canoeing past countless hippos on the way. With the chance to extend your safari at a great rate.

- $1350 pp 3 Nights Canoe /walking safari .
optional extension 3 night safari at Ruckomechi $1150 pp

Zimbabwe Classic Safari with Doug Macdonald

  • Safari
  • January 18, 2010

A privately guided  8 nights safari with Doug Macdonald. This trip takes you to the very best safari destinations in Zimbabwe. Starting at the Victoria Falls, the journey heads down to Hwange National Park, before moving on the stunning Mana Pools National Park, situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi. Zimbabwe is one place to defintely not miss out on!

-  $4580pp                                                 Dates tailored to suit  - may to nov 2010 & 2011

The Falls Chobe & Mana – Privately Guided by Doug Macdonald

  • Safari
  • January 14, 2010

A Privately guided safari led by Doug Macdonald. A safari that visits the Victoria Falls, Chobe and Mana Pools national park Zimbabwe. Staying first in a luxury African Hotel and then on safari in 'the bush', staying in classic tented safari camps in wonderfully wild areas where wildlife can easily be seen from camp. Activities include walking safaris as well as game drives during the day and at night.

- $4850 pp                                                       Dates tailored to suit  - may to nov 2010 & 2011