National ParkUNESCO World Heritage
Matobo National Park
Zimbabwe 424 km² (164 mi²) Est. 1953
About Matobo National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Matobo (Matopos) features dramatic granite kopjes and ancient San rock art dating back thousands of years. The park has the highest density of leopards in Zimbabwe and an important population of both black and white rhinos.
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Safari Tours
4.3
Avg Rating
2/5
Big Five
73
Years Protected
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular rock formations
- Ancient San rock art dating back 13,000 years
- Excellent rhino tracking on foot
- Highest leopard density in Zimbabwe
- Malaria-free destination
Considerations
- Not a classic Big Five safari experience
- Leopard sightings still difficult despite density
- Can feel more like a cultural site than a wildlife park
- Limited big game variety
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
Not present
🐆
Leopard
occasional
🐘
Elephant
Not present
🦬
Buffalo
Not present
🦏
Rhino
rare
Notable Species
Leopard
Occasional
Black Rhino
Rare
White Rhino
Common
Zebra
Common
Kudu
Common
Secretary Bird
Occasional
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
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Climate Overview
Getting There
Located 35km south of Bulawayo, approximately 45 minutes drive on tarred road. Bulawayo has an international airport with domestic connections.
Nearest Airport
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Airport (BUQ)
Nearest City
Bulawayo
Drive Time
0.8 hours