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Hwange October 2026: Elephant Herds Peak at Waterholes Hwange's pump-fed waterholes draw herds of 100-plus elephants in October. Park fees are USD 15 per person and Main Camp area game drives start at USD 80.
Zimbabwe Travel News
Visa policy changes, flight updates, public holidays, and travel advisories. Practical news for anyone planning a trip to Zimbabwe.
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Victoria Falls Oct 2026: Zambezi Rapids Open for Rafting Victoria Falls reaches peak rafting season in October as Zambezi levels drop. All 23 grade-3 to grade-5 rapids are now open from USD 150 per person.
Flights
Airlink Increases Harare–Johannesburg Flights to Daily Airlink now flies Harare–Johannesburg daily from July 2026, improving connections for travellers entering Zimbabwe via OR Tambo International.
Visa
Zimbabwe Expands Visa-on-Arrival to 75 Countries in 2026 Zimbabwe now grants visa-on-arrival to 75 nationalities, removing pre-travel paperwork for most Western visitors to Victoria Falls and beyond.
General
Zimbabwe National Park Entry Fees Rise for 2026 Season ZPWMA has raised entry fees for 2026. Hwange, Mana Pools, and Victoria Falls all cost more this season: updated fees to budget per person.
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Zimbabwe Hits 2.3 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2025 Zimbabwe hit 2.3 million international arrivals in 2025, the highest in 25 years, driven by Victoria Falls and wildlife safari circuit growth.
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