Zimbabwe: main airports
Zimbabwe is served by two main international airports: Harare International Airport, in the capital, and Victoria Falls International Airport, gateway to the Zimbabwean side of the falls of the same name.
The country offers Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world shared with Zambia, safaris in Hwange National Park, and the stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe, a UNESCO World Heritage site that gave the country its name.
Zimbabwe: recommended activities
Zimbabwe: visa and entry requirements
Most nationalities need a visa, obtainable as an e-Visa online or on arrival (indicatively 30 USD single entry, 55 USD double entry, valid 30 days). Those also visiting Zambia and wanting to cross the border multiple times, with the possibility of a day trip to Botswana at Kazungula, can opt for the KAZA UniVisa (about 50 USD), more convenient than two separate single visas.
A passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity is required.
Zimbabwe: safety
Zimbabwe is generally considered safe for tourists in the main cities and tourist areas such as Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, with a Level 2 alert (exercise increased caution) from the United States, Australia and Canada.
Economic pressures have increased crime in urban centers: avoid walking alone at night in non-tourist areas. Occasional protests and civil unrest can occur: always check your country's updated travel advisories.
Zimbabwe: health situation
There is a high malaria risk from November to June in areas below 1,200 meters of altitude, including the Zambezi valley and the Victoria Falls area: antimalarial prophylaxis is advisable in these cases. The risk is low or absent in Harare, Bulawayo and the Midlands.
The yellow fever vaccine is not required to enter Zimbabwe, but may be required to re-enter Zambia if you cross the border at Victoria Falls.
Zimbabwe: currency, payments and connectivity
Zimbabwe uses a dual-currency system: the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), a local currency introduced in 2024, and the US dollar, which remains the preferred and more reliable currency for tourism: lodges, national parks and activity operators generally quote prices in USD.
The country experiences a persistent cash shortage: withdrawals with international cards at ATMs are not always reliable, so bring US dollars in cash with you, preferably in small denominations.
