{"id":7151,"date":"2013-10-21T16:14:18","date_gmt":"2013-10-21T20:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/?p=7151"},"modified":"2018-07-02T15:22:08","modified_gmt":"2018-07-02T19:22:08","slug":"travel-zimbabwe-15-things-know-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/travel-zimbabwe-15-things-know-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Zimbabwe – 15 more things to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

On my last trip to Zimbabwe, I discovered a dozen things you really need to know before you go. If you haven\u2019t read that, you find 12 Things To Know About Traveling in Zimbabwe<\/i><\/b><\/a> here.<\/p>\n

Now, with this second trip, there\u2019s even more to share to ensure your best experience while traveling throughout Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n

1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Zimbabwe\u2019s quasi-official currency is the US dollar.\u00a0 Depending on your travels however, you might be given change in US Dollars, South African Rand, European Euros, Botswana Pula or British Pounds. To prevent having a potpourri of currencies, be prepared to pay with exact change.<\/p>\n

\"Travel-Zimbabwe-good-for-souvenirs\"<\/a><\/p>\n

2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If someone offers to sell you the Zimbabwe Dollar, be forewarned, it\u2019s only use is for souvenirs. I bought this $50Billion note for US$1.00.<\/p>\n

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Be sure to see the travel advisory<\/a> dated 7\/2\/18 regarding travel to Zimbabwe.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Akin to number 1 above, plan to leave home with at least US$100 in singles. Most small merchants, and certainly street vendors, cannot make change for most anything bigger than a US$5.00 bill. Often they have no change at all.<\/p>\n

4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Many people say that you should always bargain with street vendors. In Zimbabwe, that only applies if you are making a substantial purchase (hundreds or more). \u00a0You\u2019ll find most handicrafts at roadside stands to be priced very reasonably (a dollar or two) and to try to undercut those prices is both a social and moral embarrassment. Those artisans see few customers and certainly need the money. (Exception to the above: In Victoria Falls, expect the typical tourist destination overpricing.\u00a0 Don\u2019t be afraid to bargain here.)<\/p>\n

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Craft market in Victoria Falls<\/p><\/div>\n

5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Crossing borders to or from Zimbabwe? With the exception of Beitbridge, borders are not open 24 hours per day. Most open at 06:00 and close at either 18:00 or 22:00. Check ahead if you are a night driver.<\/p>\n

6)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Want a translation book?\u00a0 Zimbabwe has the highest literacy rate on the African continent, according to Lizzie Murandu, marketing executive for Zimbabwe Tourism Authority. That means you\u2019ll probably find many people in all parts of the country that speak very good English. If you do want to learn a few native words, Shona is the most used language, followed by Ndebele.<\/p>\n

7)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Leave the beach toys at home. Zimbabwe is landlocked on all sides, so there are no beaches to be found for swimming. While the entire northwest border is where you\u2019ll find the Zambize River and Lake Kariba, you probably won\u2019t go swimming there with the crocodiles and hippopotamus.<\/p>\n

8)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Coming from the US, unless you plan to stay more than six months, you don\u2019t need to plan ahead for a visa. You can get one in less than a half hour at the airport or border station for US$30.<\/p>\n

9)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Water is now surprisingly good quality in Zimbabwe and quite safe to drink in the major cities. Same goes for water in their pools. Out in the bush or on safari, stick with bottled water unless told otherwise. To be safe everywhere, this simple water purifier<\/span> will do the job.<\/p>\n

10)\u00a0\u00a0 Firearms may be brought into the country by simply declaring them at Customs.<\/p>\n

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Take both round and rectangular adapters to Zimbabwe. They use both.<\/p><\/div>\n

11)\u00a0\u00a0 Electrical service is almost exclusively 220-240v, either rectangular or round three pin style. Take both adapters if you have them as many hotels use just one or two of each.\u00a0 Also, 220v outlets usually have an on\/off switch on the outlet plate. Be sure to turn that on after connecting, or electrical juice won\u2019t start to flow.<\/p>\n

12)\u00a0\u00a0 Ready for a shower, and all you get is cold water? Look around for a \u201cHot Water\u201d switch. Many places conserve energy by having you turn on the hot water heater before each use. Also, many faucets work opposite what we use in the United States.\u00a0 The left handle could be cold and the right handle could be hot.<\/p>\n

13)\u00a0\u00a0 High-speed Internet is a myth in most parts of Zimbabwe.\u00a0 In the capital city Harare, it is high-speed some of the time.\u00a0 Everywhere else, plan on a 1 megabit or 10 megabit connection at very best. Exception to the rule: Victoria Falls, being the biggest tourist destination in the country, has actually very robust Internet service at many hotels and lodges.<\/p>\n

14)\u00a0\u00a0 Bring backups for your electronic and photography gear. Finding a good camera shop in Zimbabwe is like looking for a missing fishing bobber in the middle of a 30-acre lake. When my new camera died on the first day of the trip, I could not find a Nikon dealer anywhere close to Harare. To have one shipped from NYC to Harare on three-day service would have cost $342.00, so take a spare if you have one.<\/p>\n

15)\u00a0\u00a0 Take binoculars.\u00a0 When you are on a game drive, the animals aren\u2019t going to walk up to your safari vehicle.\u00a0 Sometimes they insist on staying in the bush and getting a good photograph will be all but impossible. At times like these, a pair of binoculars is invaluable. Even a small pair can be a big help. They are also ideal at safari lodges with distant watering holes.<\/p>\n

Despite government sanctions and disagreements, travel to Zimbabwe is safe and highly enjoyable. The people truly are their biggest asset. Realize the infrastructure is not what it\u2019s like at home and be prepared to \u201cgo with the flow.\u201d You\u2019ll be rewarded with wonderful memories and dozens of stories to tell upon your return.<\/p>\n

More about Zimabawe:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Inn on Rupara \u2013 a game drive in your backyard<\/a><\/p>\n

12 Things to know about travel in Zimbabwe<\/a><\/p>\n

Why safari in Zimabawe? Why do it now?<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo gallery of images from Zimbabwe<\/a><\/p>\n

Zimbabwe Tourism website<\/a><\/p>\n

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