National Park
Gonarezhou National Park
Zimbabwe 5,053 km² (1,951 mi²) Est. 1975
About Gonarezhou National Park
Zimbabwe's second-largest national park, Gonarezhou means "Place of the Elephants" in Shona. Part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, it features dramatic Chilojo Cliffs, wild Runde and Save rivers, and pristine wilderness with very few visitors.
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Safari Tours
4.3
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
51
Years Protected
Highlights
- Truly wild and remote wilderness experience
- Stunning Chilojo Cliffs scenery
- Large elephant herds and excellent birding
- Very few other tourists
- Part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park
Considerations
- Very remote and difficult to access
- Limited infrastructure and accommodation
- 4x4 essential for most roads
- High malaria risk
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
occasional
🐆
Leopard
occasional
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
common
🦏
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Cheetah
Rare
Hippo
Common
Kudu
Common
Wild Dog
Occasional
Crocodile
Common
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
Jan
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Dec
Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Drive approximately 8 hours from Harare or 5 hours from Masvingo. A 4x4 vehicle is essential. Charter flights available to Chilojo airstrip.
Nearest Airport
Chilojo Airstrip
Nearest City
Chiredzi
Drive Time
8 hours