A quiet bed and breakfast nestled away in Greendale, Harare, Zimbabwe. Interior inspired by the colourful African birds with a spacious garden and swimming pool. Located close to the shops and is a 10 minute drive to town.
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
Take a few steps back in time to the era of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe when you enter the luxury Lodge at the Ancient City. The Lodge evokes the splendour and mystery of the Great Zimbabwe Monument - the famous remains of the city that once housed a thriving African civilisation. The colonial government used to refer to it as the Zimbabwe Ruins.
Harare and Bulawayo in Zimbabwe are both a 3 hours' drive from the Lodge at the Ancient City.
Built on a granite outcrop, the Lodge at the Ancient City has sweeping views of a valley filled with trees, and faces in the direction of the Great Zimbabwe monument, so that you can see the Great Enclosure with its famous Conical Tower from the Hotel. Lake Mutirikwi, the third largest man-made dam in Zimbabwe, can also be seen. The main complex and guest lodges at the lodge are built from stone and thatch, with structures of granite stonewalling capturing the atmosphere of Zimbabwe's oldest UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The lodge can accommodate 48 guests in luxurious chalets decorated in such a way that you might feel as if you were an African emperor in a previous life. There are 4 family chalets, each accommodating 4 guests (extra beds can be arranged), as well as 14 chalets with twin or double beds. The chalets are all en-suite, equipped with bath, shower, toilet and basin. Square 13A 220V sockets are provided.
At night the firelight and soft mbira music at the Lodge at the Ancient City create a magical atmosphere. You can enjoy Table d'hôte meals in the open-air summer house, or, if the weather in Zimbabwe is not pleasant, in the thatched dining hall. Huge granite boulders, characteristic of the geology of many parts of Zimbabwe, form part of the lounge and bar at the Lodge of the Ancient City.
Activities revolve around the Great Zimbabwe Monument. Expert guides based at the Lodge offer a variety of explorative excursions to the famous Zimbabwe Ruins where they explain the origins and history and eventual decline of the city, the various trading routes as well as religious and social practices of the once thriving community. Game drives and walks in the nearby Lake Mutirikwi Recreational Park, sunset cruises on Lake Mutirikwi, as well as drives into the tribal areas surrounding the Great Zimbabwe site are also offered at the lodge.
In addition to a swimming pool, gift shop and laundry, the Lodge at the Ancient City offers well-equipped conference facilities for a maximum of 40 delegates. The Lodge at the Ancient City is an exceptional and unusual wedding venue and can accommodate up to 120 wedding guests. Airport transfers can also be arranged.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
Nhambo Self-Catering Camp provides guests with the option to be more independent whilst taking advantage of comfortable accommodation, panoramic views and access to the expertise, vehicles, game drives and activities that we offer.
Nhambo comprises four twin/double lodges, each sleeping 2 people. Each lodge has an en-suite bathroom (with shower and bath) and its own, private balcony. The twin/double lodges share a kitchen, dining and barbeque area. There is also a plunge pool. For larger groups of friends and family, you may take all 4 lodges and enjoy the camp on an exclusive basis.
The Family Lodge is spacious and private (with its own kitchen, garden and two bathrooms). It sleeps up to 6 people .
All self-catering guests are provided with linen and towels, as well as a daily cleaning service.
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
The Frog & Fern Cottages are owned and run by Jane and Dee who designed them and started the project in 1990. Born in Zimbabwe, Jane and Dee have themselves travelled extensively and are therefore sensitive to visitor’s needs. As conditions change rapidly in Zimbabwe, you will find them happy to give you current information to assist with your journey and to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Whether you are heading to Chimanimani from Mozambique, Harare, Beit Bridge or Bulawayo be assured of arriving to beautiful surroundings, the challenge of these mystical mountains and a genuinely warm welcome.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
Situated in the Vumba (also known as the Bvumba) mountain range overlooking Mozambique, this birdwatcher’s paradise offers a glimpse of the rarer and more secretive of the forest birds. The name Seldomseen is a pun as you seldom see the birds but you often hear them! Hence bird watching here can be hard work but very rewarding if you are patient.
Consisting of two cottages and a lodge, the venue offers the birdwatcher a serene atmosphere to relax and unwind with the family. The accommodation is fully equipped for self catering and serviced daily. Guests are encouraged to explore the indigenous forests, or you can hire a local guide to show you some of our special birds.
Seldomseen is 25km from Mutare just off the main Vumba road.
Bookings and more information: email mhumhe@zol.co.zw
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
Nestled amongst rolling tea plantations, rivers, mountains and lovely riparian forest, Aberfoyle Lodge is situated in a very special part of Zimbabwe. At Aberfoyle Lodge, they take pride in offering their guests a themed experience. Accommodation consists of tastefully decorated rooms with modern amenities, including en-suite bathrooms, hairdryers, coffee and tea stations, desks, ceiling fans and verandas overlooking the golf course or the forest. The iconic 9-hole golf course is the view from the main lodge. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a game with beautiful scenery as their backdrop. The lodge also offers various activities, from self-guided walks and picnics along the riverside to a thrilling zipline tour through the treetops over the river. The fantastic diversity of the Honde Valley and Aberfoyle areas makes it a paradise for birders. The resident bird guide Morgan is exceptional in his knowledge of the area's avian inhabitants. He will go above and beyond to help guests spot that special bird they have been searching for. In addition, the lodge has a versatile venue that caters to various events and functions, such as conferences, weddings, and art exhibitions. Please not our property does not offer any camping facilities.
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
A quiet bed and breakfast nestled away in Greendale, Harare, Zimbabwe. Interior inspired by the colourful African birds with a spacious garden and swimming pool. Located close to the shops and is a 10 minute drive to town.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
4x Twin Room
