Zimbabwe Travel Forum

My mother and I have been looking at your photo of the upside down hippo - any idea what he/she was doing?!! We can't figure it out!

What important customs should tourists know?

I am searching for information about my cousin - Terry Ford, who was killed by rebel soldiers on his farm in Harare, Zimbabwe about 5 years ago. His dog, a Jack Russell terrier called Squeak stayed with him for days until he was found.

He has a son called Frank and a daughter called Su (who lives in Brisbane, Australia). His father was Frank Ford, and he was born in England (Frank's mother's name was Violet, but I do not have his date of birth. Without this DOB, I cannot use the Salvation Army or other search associations to find him.

Please can anyone help?

I am searching for my cousin - Terry Ford, who was killed by rebel soldiers on his farm in Harare, Zimbabwe about 5 years ago. His dog, a Jack Russell terrier called Squeak stayed with him for days until he was found.

He has a son called Frank and a daughter called Su (who lives in Brisbane, Australia). His father was Frank Ford, and he was born in England (Frank's mother's name was Violet, but I do not have his date of birth. Without this DOB, I cannot use the Salvation Army or other search associations to find him.

Please can anyone help?

I have a cousin who was living in Kariba (or at least in that vicinity), working as a nurse/matron of a medical facility. Have lost her address, and not been in touch with her for several years. Has anyone any suggestions of good search engines for Zimbabwe and/or South Africa? (she may have moved there to be with her brother) I appreciate all assistance.

Could you possibly advise as to how much to budget per day for a 4x4 and driver in and around Harare/Bulawayo?
Could you also possibly advise as to roughly how much accommodation and subsistence would be necessary per night/day for the driver outside of Harare/Bulawayo?
Many thanks

Transport between Lusaka and Karibe


Do you know if a public bus or tourist bus is available from Lusaka to Karibe. I arrive in Lusaka at 1pm on September 14th and I need to get to Karibe that same day, because I have a canoe safari the next day up to Mana Pools for 4 days and 3 nights. Then I return from Karibe to Lusaka on the 18th departing Karibe around noon or so. If you know of a cheaper way to go between these places, and the schedules, I would appreciate your help.
Thanks
Matt

Hi - I'm a Canadian visiting Zimbabwe until September 12, 2006. Most of the time I will be in Mutare. If you have questions or are passing through and would like to get together drop me an email.

Susan

We will be visiting Harare in early Aug. What clothing is appropriate. I've been told the women should wear skirts and dresses. No pants... is that accurate? Will it be cool in the evenings??

i can't find anything in the internet about taxi costs from victoria falls airport to the victoria falls hotel?does anyone know how much it is? is there a taxi dispatch for taxis with flat fares or taximeter or is the price negotionable?
what about victoria falls town-is it save to go there for lunch/dinner and to go for a little shopping?
thanks for your replies

Hi ! I am visiting Zimbabwe in end May'06 and hiring a rental car.

I hold an Indian Driving License, issued at New Delhi, which is in English and has my photograph on it. Will this be valid for the traffic authorities in
Zimbabwe.

Or do I need an International Driving License

Thanks in advance for the info,

Cheers, Anjan

Everybody is saying not to use credit cards at Victoria Falls because of the exchange rate issues. There are however lots of activities like bungee jumping, plane flights, guided tours etc. that cost alot of money. I think I will be spending close to US$700 while there. I do not fancy carring all this cash around.

What did others do while here?

Hi,

Has anyone done the overnight canoe safari on the upper zambezi, staying on an island overnight. My husband & I would love to do it but have been told that there are no 'facilities' at all on the island. We would love to know just how basic it is and is the canoeing difficult?
We are also planning to do the elephant back safari - anyone know if this is good?

Look forward to getting some info.

Thakns
Carole

Can anyone suggest where to stay for 2 or 3 nights while in Victoria Falls. We don't need luxury, the most important things are that it is clean, comfortable and in a good location as we won't have a car while we are there.

Thanks

Hi, We would like to visit the falls in the last week of August but have been told there may be only a trickle of water? Is it worth going? Any comments appreciated Thanks

Hi, I know this question has been asked many times before. My husband and I plan to go to Zimbabwe for a safari in April. We will use Harare as a port of entry and departure. How safe is it to travel to Zimbabwe now? I read in the Zimbabwesituation.com that even the military worries about that riots might occur if the situation will not improve there. Should we postpone our trip until the situation becomes better? I just want to hear some omments from people who have travelled there recently (in the previous month, etc.) or people who know people in Harare. I appreciate your replies. Thanks.

I am planning on going to Vic. Falls in May. I have booked my flights and accomodation. My question is if I should also book activities in advance or is it ok to wait until you get there - things like a flight over the falls, bungee jump (!), crocodile farm etc There are websites selling these activities in advance. Is it wise to book now? Is there a risk there will be long lines when I get there? Does anybody have expereinces of this?

We're planning a trip to Cape Town -> Kruger Park -> Victoria Falls. Is early May a good time for the 3? I understand that in summer the spray at Vic Falls can become so thick that it obscures the view. How will it be in May? I'll post this in the other 2 forums. Thanks!

Hi I,m heading to Vic Falls, Zimbabwe 2 weeks from today. I,m booked in at Shoestrings backpackers. Can anyone tell me what the general atmosphere is like there at the present moment. Am I likely to encounter any problems etc .Any advice would be much appreciated Many Thanks
Michael36

Hi there,

I am looking for assistance on the following for two of my cousins touring Africa:

1. Harare - Vic Falls return flights; frequency, timings & fares
2. Coach for Harare - VFalls return; journey duration, frequency & fares.

Any help/advice would be much appreciated.

Many thanks in advance

Darshan

I am looking for assistance on the following for two of my cousins touring Africa:

1. Harare - Vic Falls return; frequency, timings & fares
2. Coach for Harare - VFalls return; journey duration, frequency & fares.
3. Harare - Nairobi; flight frequency & fares

Any help/advice would be much appreciated.

Many thanks in advance
Darshan

Is February a good time of year to go?
We only have 2 1/2 weeks in South Africa and was thinking of flying up to Vic Falls for a couple of days. Will it be worth doing in Feb or better to leave for another trip?
thanks very much
Debika

We are taking a packaged safari trip to Kenya and Tanzania arriving and departing from Arusha, Tanzania. We would like to add on a 3 day/4 night extension to Vic Falls and Chobe National Park on our own. Can we fly directly from Arusha to Vic Falls, or must we go to Johannesburg first? Anyone know the appox airfare and/or reputable travel agents we can work with? Thanks!

Hello out there,

Trying to get info on flying from Nairobi, Kenya (after climbing Kilimanjaro) to Victoria Falls Airpot.

Q/ Is there a direct flight?
Which airline(s) fly that route?
Approx price?

I'd appreciate ANY help :)

Thanks

Am going to be at the Falls on the 7th of November (2005) , seeing the Falls that day and flying out to JoBurg the next day.If anyone would like to meet up there please give me a shout - I'd like some sightseeing company.
Can anybody also recommend some cheap(ish) accommodation?

Nick :-)

Can anyone tell me if there's a direct flight from Livingston to Nairobi?

I hope to do a tour of the Masai Mara/Serengeti in July next year, and would also like to do a trip to Vic Falls (never been to Africa, & figure these are 2 of the must see places).

But I have limited time & funds, & was wondering if it was cheaper (not to mention quicker) to direct from Kenya to the Falls and back.

And while I'm here, does anyone know if flights from Livingstone to Maun are terribly expensive? Would love to do a few days camping in the Okavango... if the budget stretches that far!

Looking forward to some advice :)

Please advise on ways of getting TO Bulaweyo/Gweru (prices too) FROM Vic falls; I'll be there beg Nov 2005. I'm staying on Zim side.
Any other advice gladly received.

Thanks from

Nick :-)

Hi Myself and my girlfriend are spending 3 days in Zimbabwe on the 13th of October 2005 ( flying into Harare where we have to make our way to Vic falls ) i need to know if it is safe to travel there at the moment. Is the airport safe? also I know the situation with the economy so will it be very expensive there at the moment? Iv been getting alot of mixed views from different websites but at this stage im considering cancelling my trip is there anyone out there who has been to Zim lately

Hi Myself and my girlfriend are spending 3 days in Zimbabwe on the 13th of October 2005 ( flying into Harare where we have to make our way to Vic falls ) i need to know if it is safe to travel there at the moment. Is the airport safe? also I know the situation with the economy so will it be very expensive there at the moment? Iv been getting alot of mixed views from different websites but at this stage im considering cancelling my trip is there anyone out there who has been to Zim lately

I´m travelling to Victoria Falls on November with my wife, and we are planning to stay in Rainbow Hotel. Has anyone been there lately ? I have been there about fifteen years ago, and wondering if it is still the same... and would anyone know the e-mail address to the hotel ? Thank you so much !