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Matobo National Park

Matobo Hills lies about 35 kilometres south of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s second largest city, and is easily combined with visits to Hwange or Victoria Falls.

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Its landscape is striking, characterised by clusters of small hills, dramatic granite outcrops, and massive balancing rocks stacked in gravity-defying formations, known as kopjes.

Within the region is Matobo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Zimbabwe’s oldest parks. It’s an excellent place to track both black and white rhinos on foot and is also home to various antelope species and a high concentration of birds of prey.

Visitors can explore ancient rock art sites and take in sweeping views from World’s View – one of the park’s most famous lookouts and the final resting place of Cecil John Rhodes.

Matobo Hills Weather

Matobo is a year-round destination, with moderate temperatures and rewarding cultural and wildlife experiences throughout.
May - September
Dry Season
The dry season (May to September) is best for walking safaris, hiking, and exploring the park’s famous granite kopjes and rock art sites.
November - March
Green Season
Rainfall brings greenery and excellent birding, though some trails can become slippery.

Places to Stay

in Matobo Hills

Amalinda Lodge

Carved into Matobo’s granite boulders, Amalinda Lodge blends organic architecture with timeless atmosphere – offering walking safaris, San rock art, and cultural history in Zimbabwe’s most sacred landscape.

Khayelitshe House

A private-use homestead tucked into Matobo’s granite boulders, Khayelitshe House blends exclusivity, Rhino walking safaris, and visits to ancient San rock art sites in one of Zimbabwe’s most sacred landscapes.

Big Cave Camp

Big Cave Camp perches atop a granite kopje in the Matobo Hills, offering rustic luxury, white‑rhino tracking and ancient rock art in a UNESCO wilderness.

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Every Wildseeker journey is designed from scratch, shaped around your interests, travel style, and budget. While we often share sample itineraries for inspiration, the real magic lies in creating something just for you: from handpicked lodges to seamless logistics and insider offers.
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