Plan your 2026 Zimbabwe adventure with Flight Centre Leisure. WhenForbesannounced its list of the best countries to visit this year, Zimbabwe claimed the top spot. The recognition has put the spotlight on a destination that offers both bucket‑list icons and under‑the‑radar gems.
announced its list of the best countries to visit this year, Zimbabwe claimed the top spot. “Zimbabwe is one of those destinations that overdelivers,” says Tamsyn Wasserman, Area Leader for Gauteng, Northern Cape and Free State at Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa. “It has all the ingredients for an unforgettable trip, including stunning wildlife and scenery set against a backdrop of homegrown hospitality.” Everyone should visit Victoria Falls to experience “The Smoke that Thunders”, but the rest of the country is just as remarkable.
Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for walking and canoe safaris along the Zambezi River is an extraordinary part of the world. In Hwange National Park, herds of elephant and buffalo dominate vast plains while lodges provide a uniquely immersive wilderness experience. Lake Kariba attracts travellers who prefer their adventures at a slower pace.
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Houseboats, fishing trips and sunset views from the deck are par for the course here. For hikers and nature lovers, the Eastern Highlands reveal a different side of Zimbabwe, with forest‑covered mountains, cool air and sweeping viewpoints. “You can go from Big 5 safari drives to hiking through tea plantations or cruising across an inland sea, all within one trip.” Beyond its natural beauty, Zimbabwe holds centuries of fascinating history. The Great Zimbabwe ruins remain one of Africa’s most impressive archaeological sites, telling the story of a medieval city built of stone (and entirely without mortar).
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