Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park is famous for its elephants, with tens of thousands moving through the reserve each year. 23466 were recorded in 2018’s 24-hour game count, a fascinating long-term study that wouldn’t be possible without the enormous behind-the-scenes efforts of a range of conservation groups, plus a host of dedicated volunteers. Words and photos by Chris Davies
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Chizarira: a national park under rescue
Zimbabwe’s Chizarira National Park is renowned for its untouched wilderness and dramatic views, but for many years seemed sorely neglected. Now efforts are afoot to restore the park to its former glory. Words and photos by Johann Groenewald
Taking it easy from Maputo to Gonarezhou National Park
Beitbridge and Pafuri are the obvious ways to reach Zimbabwe’s Gonarezhou National Park. But travelling via Maputo there are a number of pleasant overnight spots to make short measure of the long road. Words and pictures by Romi Boom
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