Harare
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Welcome to Harare
More attractive than most other Southern African capitals, Harare gets a bad rap and unjustly so. While it's certainly not without its problems, overall it's a safe and laid-back city where wide avenues are lined with dusty red earth, and indigenous plants and blooming jacarandas give it a lovely African summertime feel. While it's tempting to rush off to your safari, it's worth hanging around in Harare to sample its fine dining, museums, craft markets and varied bars.
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Harare activities
Great Zimbabwe Ruins - Day Tour
Exploring Great Zimbabwe is in the Top 5 things to do in Zimbabwe. Did you know it is the second largest ancient structure in Africa after the Pyramids in Egypt? So it should be on your bucket list of things to see in Africa. The day tour is 10 hours long, as it takes a while to get there and back. You will have 4 hours roughly explore the ruins with a guide. By the time you leave, you will know more about the ancient cultures of Southern Africa, and how they were developed hundreds of years ago.Scheduling InformationWe have daily departures at 7:00am from your requested location in Harare.This activity takes approximately 6 hours.NB: • Minimum of two people is recommended for this activity. • A packed lunch is provided and water.
Full-Day Harare City Tour
Cathedral of the Sacred HeartCathedral of the Sacred Heart is located on Fourth Street near the Central Intelligence Organization. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city and is a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture, with its two heavily adorned towers. It is one the few remaining British Colonial-era buildings left in Harare. The cathedral is the seat of the archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Harare. The Balancing RocksThey are geomorphological features of igneous rocks found in many parts of Zimbabwe, and are particularly noteworthy in Matopos National Park and near the township of Epworth to the southeast of Harare. The formations are of natural occurrence in a perfectly balanced state without other support. Their popularity grew when the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe featured the formations on the last series of Zimbabwean banknotes. Africa Unity Square Africa Unity Square, also known as Cecil Square, is remarkable for its large fountain and the flower sellers that line the square. It was named Cecil Square in honor of Cecil John Rhodes. The square was built in 1890, and it has served as an important meeting place throughout Harare's history. It is also a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy the day. Wild is Life It is a haven of comfort and seclusion, calm and dignity. Many of whom are rescued, orphaned or specially protected. We choose to offer these experiences with integrity and with a responsibility towards the welfare of both the guests and our wild residents. Its a place to be to learn more about wild life conservation. Town Ship ExperienceVisit a township to see small businesses at work in the street, arts and craft, small markets, and above all meet the friendly and accessible people of Harare, the city that never sleeps.
Zimbabwe 9-Day Safari, Botswana Chobe National Park Day Trip
Includes: Day 1: Arrival at Harare international airport City tour / Museum / Market Overnight Day 2 After breakfast – Road transfer to Masvingo (Great Zimbabwe) (Approx 3Hrs) Lunch at Masvingo Hotel 1530 Tour of the Great Zimbabwe up to 1730 Overnight Day 3 After breakfast – Road transfer to Bulawayo (Approx 3Hrs) Arrival in Bulawayo – Checkin – Lunch – Leisure Overnight Day 4 0700Hrs Matopo day trip tour 1630Hrs return from Matopo Overnight Day 5 After breakfaster – road transfer to Hwange National Park Lunch 1500Hrs NOON game drive Overnight Day 6 Early morning game drive 1030Hrs Road transfer to Victoria Falls Arrival and Lunch in Victoria Falls Sunset Cruise (Snacks included) Overnight Day 7 After breakfast – guided tour of the falls Optional activities (Paid directly by the clients) Boma Dinner included Overnight Day 8 0730Hrs Chobe day trip Return 1745Hrs Overnight Day 9 Road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (End of tour)
Transfer to and from Harare International Airport (Robert Gabriel Int Airport
• This service is available from all scheduled and charter flights but only on request and pre-booking basis • Transfers service vehicles range from a car for the small numbers and minibus for the bigger numbers • All vehicles are air conditioned • Services are conducted by qualified Tour Guides • This is the best time for clients to get a good understanding of the area and country as they interact with the Driver/Guide on the way to the place of accommodation • The transfer services are available to and from the airport and all hotels, lodges and any place of accommodation within 10km radius from Harare central business district (CBD) • Vehicle will be at pick up point 15 minutes before departure
Harare Historical & Cultural Tour
The tour starts by pick up from the place of accommodation followed by a brief introduction of the tour and drive to the following places;Africa Unity SquareFormerly known as the Cecil Square during the colonial times was a symbolic place that was designed in resemblance of the Union Jack Flag and this is best seen from some of the high rise buildings in the areaParliament, Executive and Judiciary Buildings Please note we only see some of the places from outside for Protocol reasonsThe next stop will be at the buildings housing the different arms of the state as stated above and at this point the Guide will give a detailed account of the functions of each respective armThis will be followed by a drive through the city with the Guide pointing out some of the landmark buildings such as the reserve of Zimbabwe building, Harare Gardens, Town House and shopping mallsHarare Kopje (Hill)Formerly known as the Salisbury Kopje, this was the final stop for the Pioneer Column on arrival on 12 September 1890 which was named Fort Salisbury to mark the official occupation of the countryFrom the summit of this hill the Guide will give another detailed account of the country and show clients a 360' view of the cityMbare TownshipFormerly know as Harare Township this is the oldest township in Harare which was home for the workforce in the nearby industrial and commercial businesses. Clients are taken through some of the historic sites namely Amai Musodzi Hall and Stodart Halls as well as a drive through the biggest fruit & vegetable market and country bus station where buses to the different parts of the country are foundChiremba Balancing Rocks (Epworth)This is a place where clients will see some balancing rocks that are all sitting on top of the other in a very amazing way. These balancing rocks are found on some of Zimbabwe's important documents as well as on the local currencyThe tour will end by a drive back to the hotel or place of accommodation with an optional stop at the art & crafts markets or a selection restaurants that serve local traditional dishes
Harare Full Day City Tour
You will be picked up from your accommodation by an experienced guide, who is quite passionate about travel, and more so about sharing knowledge on the hometown. Morning tours start off at the coffee shop, introducing you to some Zimbabwean coffee or tea, and homemade cookies. • Coffee: a taste of pure arabica beans, roasted and brewed while you wait. Local Tanganda tea is an option • Neighbourhoods: Zimbabwe is a country of many contrasts, and a drive through some of the neighbourhoods allows you to appreciate this about the City of Harare • Galleries: explore the different galleries, and take in contemporary art • First Street: live through the century, and enjoy live performances from street theatre • Historical Buildings: marvel at the Rhodesian architecture, including one of the greenest buildings in the world • Kopje: Take in the city from the highest point in the city.