Umfurudzi Park Travel Guide: Top Sights in Zimbabwe, Tours & Travel

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Umfurudzi Park- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Zimbabwe; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 10 hours

Umfurudzi Park, located 150km north of Harare, Zimbabwe, covers a vast 76,000 hectares of diverse ecosystems, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers. This park, once a National Parks Safari Area, is rich in birdlife, offering habitats ranging from miombo and mopane woodlands to grasslands and rivers. Its less explored northern sections are home to rare species like the Black Storks at Amm's Mine, despite the site's dangers. The park is also noted for its significant raptor population, including African Crowned Eagles and Verreaux's Eagles, especially around the Hippo Pools where extensive bird research has been conducted. Trails invite hikers to witness a variety of birds, from African Cuckoo Hawks to Dickinson's Kestrels, and the water bodies within Umfurudzi are bustling with species like the African Finfoot and White-backed Night-heron. Seasonal changes bring crakes, waders, and cuckoos, while the campgrounds are often visited by Livingstone's Flycatchers, making the park's birdlife accessible to all. For bird enthusiasts, Umfurudzi's woodlands and grasslands hide gems like Narina Trogons and a range of sunbirds, enriching Zimbabwe's birdwatching scene with its varied and vibrant avian population.

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Reviews of Umfurudzi Park

Proceed Sibanda

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-11

Great place 👌 Get a high ride truck.
Allen Dudzayi Zengwa

4
Reviewed: 2022-12-31

Place is fine, we had unforgettable experiences with elephants yesterday.Proper signature is required asap, as we were abt to make a U-turn @ the old thinking that we were lost
Ashley Gumbochuma

4
Reviewed: 2021-12-06

Nice environment to chill and unwind. Their chalets are extra comfy and clean. Managed to spot more than 7 different animals on a Safari drive. The pool is okay. If you're looking for a quiet place to spend the weekend, well 💯☑️☑️
Raphael Sigauke

4
Reviewed: 2019-09-16

Umfurudzi park is located about 140km from Harare as you go past Shamva and pass Madziva. The road takes about 2 hours to drive. The place is quiet and have a true experience of undisturbed nature. Activities offered include game drives which is perfect around 1700 Hrs, swimming, nature walks and picnicking. Affordable chalets for families or friends are available. This place is perfect for a holiday or just day visits to experience nature or just to see the world. Whether you go for a day visit or to stay you will not miss the sight of wild animals. All forms of payment are accepted however there is poor mobile network by the main office. This can be found about 2 km away. This though is perfect for bonding and a great holiday. I would definitely recommend this place.
Tendai Muzorewa

3
Reviewed: 2019-05-20

Close enough to Harare for a quick getaway. Various options for accommodation including camping facilities as well as chalets. Activities such as elephant encounters to keep you busy. Decent bar on site. Child friendly swimming pool, shallow throughout.