Travel advisory · ZimbabweSome governments advise against travel to parts of Zimbabwe.The warnings cover only these areas: Marange diamond mining area.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice

Areas with warnings

Marange diamond mining area · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, France

Also named by one government: Northern border with Mozambique (France)

Government	Advice	Updated	Read the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)	No advice against travel	Jul 15, 2026	Read the advice
United States (State Dept)	Exercise increased caution	Jun 27, 2023	Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)	Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)	No travel warning; normal precautions	Oct 13, 2026	Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)	Exercise increased caution	–	Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

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Africa

Zimbabwe

Go to Zimbabwe for Victoria Falls, safaris in Hwange National Park, and the medieval stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe near Masvingo.

Start with the essentials Plan a trip to Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa, bordered by South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Mozambique. Harare is the capital and largest city, and Bulawayo is the second largest. Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, shared with Zambia, is among the largest waterfalls on Earth. Hwange is the country's largest national park, and the country has about 350 mammal species and more than 500 bird species.

History is the other draw. Great Zimbabwe, a medieval stone city near Masvingo, was a major trade center by the 13th century. The country's name probably comes from a Shona phrase meaning 'houses of stone', linked to those ruins. The Matobo Hills, about 35 km south of Bulawayo, have granite kopjes, smooth rock formations and wooded valleys. The rainy season usually runs from late October to March, and the Zambezi valley is very hot, so check the weather before you set your dates. Pick one or two regions for a short trip, because the main sites are spread across the country.

Five things to know before Zimbabwe

Get your visa on arrival or as an e-Visa
Most visitors get a visa on arrival, usually valid for 30 days, or apply online first on the official e-Visa site, which lists the fee options. Bring US dollars in small notes to pay for it. Zimbabwe e-Visa
Carry small US dollar notes
US dollars are the main currency for visitors, and change is often short. Bring small notes for visa fees, tips and markets.
Use the KAZA UniVisa for Zambia day trips
For $50 it allows 30 days of travel between Zimbabwe and Zambia plus day trips to Botswana, available at Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls airports and at specified land borders.
Don't leave with more than $2,000 in cash
Taking more than $2,000 in cash out of Zimbabwe is prohibited, and amounts of $10,000 or more must be declared. UK entry rules
Visit Hwange and Mana Pools in the dry season
July to October concentrates game at waterholes and along the Zambezi. Many Mana Pools camps close in the rains, roughly November to April.

Zimbabwe travel guides

Practical guides from writers who live there.

Visas and entry

Visa on arrival, the e-Visa, the KAZA UniVisa and cash rules.

Read the guide Travel insurance

Medical and evacuation cover, and what policies exclude.

Read the guide Phones and eSIM

Getting data in Zimbabwe from the day you land.

Read the guide Money and costs

Cash, cards, ATMs and what to carry for rural stretches.

Read the guide Getting around

Domestic flights, long-distance buses and hiring a driver.

Read the guide

Top places to visit in Zimbabwe

See all attractions in Zimbabwe

Sight · ZimbabweChiremba Balancing Rocks

Sight · HarareNational Archives of Zimbabwe

Sight · Mana Pools National ParkMana Pools National Park, Sapi and Chewore Safari Areas

Park · Mana Pools National ParkMana Pools National Park

Destinations in Zimbabwe

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CityVictoria FallsExplore

CityGreat ZimbabweExplore

CityBulawayoExplore

CityHarareExplore

What a day costs in Zimbabwe

Per person, in USD

Work out your trip

Budget$50a day≈ $50 · per person

Hostel beds, cheap eats, buses and free sights.

Bed a night: $20
Food: $15
Transport: $5
Sights: $10

Mid-range$130a day≈ $130 · per person

A 3-star room, casual restaurants, public transport and one paid sight a day.

Bed a night: $45
Food: $35
Transport: $20
Sights: $30

Comfort$320a day≈ $320 · per person

A 4-star room, good restaurants, taxis and a guided tour.

Bed a night: $100
Food: $70
Transport: $50
Sights: $100

Checked Oct 3, 2026 by Amara NwosuA source for every line on the trip cost page. Flights not included. Rates By Exchange Rate APIWork out your trip

When to go

Rainy days

Best

JanuaryRain21 rainy daysHigh25°Low16°Rainy
FebruaryRain17 rainy daysHigh26°Low16°Rainy
MarchPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh26°Low15°Rains ease
AprilPartly cloudy6 rainy daysHigh25°Low14°Falls at peak
MayClear2 rainy daysHigh24°Low11°Dry, mild
JuneClear1 rainy dayHigh22°Low9°Dry, cool
JulyClear1 rainy dayHigh22°Low9°Dry, cool
AugustClear0 rainy daysHigh26°Low11°Dry, warm
SeptemberClear0 rainy daysHigh29°Low14°Dry, hot
OctoberClear4 rainy daysHigh30°Low16°Hottest
NovemberRain14 rainy daysHigh28°Low17°Rains start
DecemberRain17 rainy daysHigh27°Low17°Rainy

Average daily high and low in Harare, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Right now in Zimbabwe

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 24°
Humidity: 25%
Wind: 10 km/h
Chance of rain: 0%

Zimbabwe

10:36 PM

Monday, November 2

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Today31°17°0%Monday: Partly cloudy. High 31°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 0%.
Tue33°18°0%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 33°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 0%.
Wed33°19°2%Wednesday: Clear. High 33°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 2%.
Thu32°20°6%Thursday: Partly cloudy. High 32°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 6%.
Fri33°19°8%Friday: Clear. High 33°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 8%.
Sat33°22°14%Saturday: Cloudy. High 33°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 14%.
Sun33°19°37%Sunday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 37%.

Updated 07:06 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 EUR = 1.116 USD

Amount

Converted to

USD · US Dollar

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Zimbabwe

Big events, festivals and concert tours

Events calendar

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JanuaryTimkatJan 19, 2027

Before you go to Zimbabwe

eSIM for ZimbabweData from the day you landRead the guide Travel insuranceMedical and evacuation coverRead the guide Money in ZimbabweCash, cards and ATMsRead the guide Visas and entryRules for your passportRead the guide

Rules for Zimbabwe, checked

Most visitors get a visa on arrival, usually valid for 30 days; bring US dollars in small notes to pay for itChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more Taking more than $2,000 in cash out of Zimbabwe is prohibited; declare amounts of $10,000 or moreChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more Journalists need accreditation before working in ZimbabweChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission riskChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more

Zimbabwe FAQ

Do I need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Yes. Most visitors get a visa on arrival, usually valid for 30 days, or apply online first on the official e-Visa site. Check the fee for your passport there.

What currency should I bring to Zimbabwe?

US dollars in small notes. They are the main currency for visitors, and the local ZiG is used alongside them.

When is the best time to visit Zimbabwe?

June to October for safaris in Hwange and Mana Pools. Victoria Falls is fullest from about March to May.

Can I visit Victoria Falls from both sides?

Yes. The KAZA UniVisa covers Zimbabwe and Zambia for 30 days, and the bridge crossing is a short walk or drive.

How many days do I need in Zimbabwe?

A week covers Victoria Falls and Hwange. Add three or four days for Mana Pools, or two for Great Zimbabwe near Masvingo.