© Gonarezhou National Park
© Gonarezhou National Park
© Gonarezhou National Park
Gonarezhou & Save Valley Conservancy
Tucked away in Zimbabwe’s remote southeast, Gonarezhou National Park and the neighbouring Save Valley Conservancy offer one of the country’s most untouched safari experiences.
© Gonarezhou National Park
Bordering both Mozambique and a stretch of South Africa, this region forms part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park - an immense cross-border conservation area linking Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Mozambique.
Gonarezhou, meaning “Place of Elephants” in Shona, spans over 5,000 km² of rugged wilderness—from river gorges and sandstone cliffs to open grasslands and mopane woodlands. Despite its size and beauty, it remains one of Zimbabwe’s least visited parks, making it a haven for travellers seeking solitude and raw, wild Africa.
The adjacent Save Valley Conservancy is a leading private conservation area, home to the Big Five and known for its rhino protection efforts and intimate, owner-run camps. Together, these two destinations offer off-the-beaten-path safaris that are rich in biodiversity, conservation impact, and adventure.
Gonarezhou & Save Valley Weather
The ideal time for traveling is during the cool & dry season
April - September
Dry Season
The ideal time for traveling, which offers comfortable day and night temperatures, ideal for camping and game viewing, especially at the peak in July-August.
November - March
Green Season
It's the hot-wet season with higher temperatures, increased humidity, and a higher chance of storms, which can make exploration challenging but is excellent for birdwatching.
Places to Stay
in Gonarezhou and Save Valley
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