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Gonarezhou National Park

In the far southeast of Zimbabwe, lies Gonarezhou National Park, a remote and undeveloped wilderness varying from open plains to the dense bush.

Although Gonarezhou borders onto South Africa’s Kruger National Park and Mozambique’s vast Limpopo National Park, the area is untouched and the wildlife can roam freely.

Together these three huge parks go to make up a truly vast wilderness area, the size of the Netherlands and are what is now known as The Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park.

Elephants, Gonarezhou National Park, Zimbabwe — Gonarezhou National Park, Zimbabwe

A little more about Gonarezhou National Park

Being Zimbabwe’s second-largest national park after Hwange, game viewing is good, birdlife is prolific and the every changing scenery is spectacular with the mighty red sandstone Chilojo Cliffs visible for miles around. Three major rivers, the Mwenezi, Save and Runde, wind through the semi-arid scrublands attracting large elephant herds as well as lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and many antelope species.

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Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge £££££

Zimbabwe
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Chilo Gorge has breath-taking views over Gonarezhou National Park and provides an elegant and tranquil environment with access to one of the few remaining wilderness spots in Africa. Each chalet is has a private balcony from which to soak in the view and has easy access to the central dining area, bar and swimming pool. Activities at Chilo Gorge are varied and include game drives and walks, as well as highly recommended full-day trips or a three-night sleep out adventure to visit the Chilojo Cliffs.

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Gonarezhou Bush Camp £££££

Zimbabwe
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Gonarezhou Bush Camp is a simple, comfortable mobile tented camp located in the heart of Gonarezhou National Park, an area regarded as one of southern Africa’s finest last great wilderness areas. The camp provides a comfortable base with wholesome, freshly prepared meals, practical and functional ablution facilities, an adequate selection of quality beverages and the highest level of personal guiding services. Throw these few, but important, ingredients together and one has a private retreat from which to enjoy quality time.

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Singita Pamushana £££££

Zimbabwe
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Singita Pamushanas location in the private Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve, adjacent to Gonarezhou National Park offers an unforgettable safari experience in a truly pristine wilderness. Incorporating the local environment, Pamushana is built with sun-bleached leadwood trunks, thatch and sandstone boulders. The main area offers various dining locations, a bar, library, open-air lounge, wine cellar and two heated swimming pools.

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