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Matopos Half Day Excursion

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240 minutes (Approx.)
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Travellers have the unique opportunity of experiencing both the natural and cultural heritages at this site. Matopos National Park is rich in sites to visit, especially the Rock Paintings, history of the English settlers, the awe striking Granite rocks, and wildlife.

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Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things To Know

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Driver / Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Matopos National Park Entry/ Admission Fees
  • Museums & Monuments Entry Fees to the Rhodes Grave and Cave Paintings
  • Gratuities
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Matobo National Park - The Matopos

The Matopos National Park is home to the Caves & Rock Paintings of the San people, the black & white Rhino, breathtaking Granite Rock hills and outcrops and wildlife. A number of historical sites such as the grave of, Mzilikazi (the King of the Ndebele people) and Cecil John Rhodes.

Cecil Rhode's Burial Place

Travellers get to see the grave of Cecil John Rhodes, his partners and the grave of the pioneer column. Travellers see the place Rhodes frequented when he was alive which he called the view of the world.

Admission Ticket Not Included

This is the largest cave in the park that is believed to have sheltered a group of about 150 San people who are believed to have scripted the rock paintings found in that cave. Leopards are also said to be found around that cave. There’s also a museum that heralds the life of these historic people

Admission Ticket Not Included

Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

We pick up all our guests from any hotel or Lodge in Bulawayo.

Meeting / End Points

  • We pick up all our guests from their places of accommodation that are within the 5km radius of Bulawayo City Centre

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required


Reviews By Other Travelers

4.7
Based on 11 reviews

What do other 11 guests say about Matopos Half Day Excursion

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Stephen H
5
Oct 2023
We had an incredible trip with our guide, Tawanda, who brilliantly led us through the National Park and all the various sights inc. the Rock Caves, World’s View and the Rhino Walk. Tawanda was engaging and extremely knowledgable: he grew up in the area and his experience really made this tour sta...
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joseramonp174
4
Sep 2023
Excelente atención los guías muy atentos y con mucho conocimiento, sin prisas y grandes vistas. Me hubiera encantado ver más rinocerontes sin embargo tuvimos una grata vista de una rinoceronte con su cría muchas gracias por este gran recorrido
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MarvinR635
5
Jul 2023
fabulous ! Ian Harmer is the best guide I have ever had. His knowledge and passion for wildlife and his country have to be experienced to be believed ! Would recommend him very highly

Search Availability

SuMoTuWeThFrSa
All prices are shown in USD

Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things to know

Included
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Driver / Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
  • Matopos National Park Entry/ Admission Fees
  • Museums & Monuments Entry Fees to the Rhodes Grave and Cave Paintings
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness