Private Tour
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48 hours
Mobile ticket
This excursions affords you the opportunity to explore the amazing Great Zimbabwe ruins, from the captivating architecture and archeology of the monuments to the refreshing breeze of lake Kyle and the wildlife at the game park.
Its an excursion worth doing and an amazing way to spend a weekend
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Park Entry Fees
Select a pickup point
LUNCH
Lunch
Option for traditional meals available
Chivhu
Travellers will pass through the small farming town of Chivhu, located 140km South of Harare. Chivhu was formerly called Enkeldoorn and was founded by Afrikaans-speaking Boer farmers and settlers in around 1850, and was the first white settlement in Zimbabwe. It became an Afrikaner stronghold in a predominately English-speaking white Rhodesia, giving it the nickname of 'the Republic of Enkeldoorn'. It was later renamed Chivhu after the Independence of Zimbabwe in 1982
Mvuma
Mvuma, previously named 'Umvuma', is a small mining town in Midlands province in Zimbabwe. Located 192 km south of Harare along the Harare - Masvingo highway. Approx 100 km from Masvingo. The main employer was the Athens Mine (formerly the Falcon Mine) owned by Lonrho Zimbabwe which mined gold, silver, and copper. It was closed down around 1996 due to a mine shaft collapse and the low price of gold. One may still see a huge chimney, on top of a hill near the mine, built in 1913 and visible from miles away. Travellers can purchase some snacks and take a short break
Masvingo
Masvingo is a city in south-eastern Zimbabwe and the capital of Masvingo Province. The city is close to Great Zimbabwe, the national monument from which the country takes its name. Masvingo is close to Lake Mutirikwi or lake Kyle, and the Kyle National Reserve where there are many different animal species.
Great Zimbabwe National Monument
Travellers will leave early from Harare to Masvingo. Travellers will travel by road, for about 4hrs, to the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's capital, which is the biggest and most significant stone archeological complex in Sub-Saharan Africa. Travellers will arrive around midday. Here our guide will take the travellers around this fascinating historical site. First stop will be visiting the site Museum from there you will go to the Hill Complex,the Great Enclosure, the Shona village & the valley ruins. This adventurous excursion gets you to retrace history as you walk through this great marvel which was built by the shona people. The name of the country had been named after this historical feature “Dzimbadzemabwe” which means the Great house of stone. After tour of the ruins, clients will drive back to Masvingo for light lunch after which they will head back to Harare.
LUNCH
Lunch
Travellers will have the opportunity to buy their preferred lunch to munch on they way back to Harare
Lake Kyle
Travellers will visit the Dam wall, enter the Lake Kyle recreational park for game viewing of white Rhino, buffalos, Hippos, Antelopes and other smaller game in the park. Travellers will need to pay for the entrance fees to the Game park.
Masvingo
Travellers will get to stroll and explore Masvingo town Travellers also have the opportunity to shop around in Masvingo.
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch, water, drinks
Harare to Masvingo
Pickup included
Hotel Accommodation : Clients will have accommodation arranged for them at Clevers Resort , Great Zimbabwe Hotel or Lodge at the Ancient city.
Pickup included
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
HsuanKai C,
May 6, 2025
- Viator
The driver, Lesley, and the tour guide in the national monument are very nice and professional! Bonisa Excursions is a great choice if you are interested in visiting the site!
william i,
Apr 14, 2025
- Viator
The Great Zimbabwe is worth seeing and this trip, with Lesley was an excellent way to do that. It was about 4 hours drive each way, so it’s a long day but worth it.
Z e,
Apr 20, 2024
- Viator
The energy of the place! Earthly bliss, it has the energy of having a beautiful place. Try not to go on the weekend too many people.
Jenna U,
Apr 9, 2024
- Viator
If you're even considering going to Great Zimbabwe, do not hesitate. For me, being there was on par with seeing the Pyramids and other ancient wonders of human achievement. The tour operator was fantastic. Tinashe's enthusiasm for the site was clear and he made sure everything was smooth and comfortable, and was a great person to road trip with! The roads were in great condition, so it was a very easy trip from Harare. Just go!
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