Zimbabwe · Southern Africa · SafariHwange is known for huge elephant numbers and excellent Zimbabwean guides. In the dry season, pumped waterholes attract wildlife from far around, making for superb viewing from hides.
Highlights
- Waterhole hides
- Walking safaris
- Big elephant herds
- Lions and wild dogs
Wildlife to look for
Where to stay
Camps across the park, from good-value to high-end.
Getting there
About 2 hours’ drive from Victoria Falls, or a short flight.
Tips
- September and October are hot but best for game.
- Zimbabwe’s professional guides train for years; walking safaris here are excellent.
- Combine with Victoria Falls.
Best time to visit
Jun to Oct. See where to go in Africa in June and our guide to the best time to visit Africa.
Plan your stay
Hotels on Booking.com Tours on GetYourGuide Tours on Viator
These searches open on the booking sites. We may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. Always check reviews and the operator’s licence.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hwange National Park?
Jun to Oct. September and October are hot but best for game.
How long should I spend at Hwange National Park?
3 nights.
How do I get to Hwange National Park?
About 2 hours’ drive from Victoria Falls, or a short flight.
Have you been to Hwange National Park?
Tips from travellers
Been to Hwange National Park? Share one tip for the next traveller. The first good one goes right here.
Share a tip
Questions from readers
Got a question about Hwange National Park? Ask it here.
Ask a question
Nearby and similar
TanzaniaSerengeti National Park
Endless plains, big cats and the Great Migration year-round in different parts of the park.
Jan to Feb, Jun to Oct 3 to 4 nights
Ngorongoro Crater
A vast volcanic caldera packed with wildlife, one of the best places to see black rhino.
Jun to Feb 1 to 2 nights
KenyaMasai Mara
Kenya’s most famous reserve, with dense big cat populations and the migration from about July to October.
Jan to Feb, Jun to Oct 3 to 4 nights
Amboseli National Park
Big elephant herds with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
Jan to Feb, Jun to Oct 2 nights
UgandaMurchison Falls National Park
The Nile forces through a seven-metre gap in one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls.
Jun to Sep, Dec to Feb 2 to 3 nights
South AfricaKruger National Park
South Africa’s flagship park: Big Five, excellent roads and options for every budget.
May to Oct 3 to 4 nights