Due to the nature of the destination, our offering is almost exclusively focused on game lodges. These are set in often remote and hard-to-reach locations, to benefit from the best game, yet still offer high levels of comfort and service. We choose carefully, prioritising the luxury of experience over unnecessary amenities. We carefully rate hotels and lodges using our "Tent Rating", which takes in the overall accommodation offering, service and quality of experience. See a description of the rating in each accommodation listing.

• Dry Season: Best for wildlife spotting runs from April through October.

• Wet Season: High humidity, high chance of rain, and wildlife spotting are made more difficult by lush vegetation and waterholes being visited less often. Also to consider are road conditions, which can get waterlogged.

Lodges typically work on what we refer to as "Safari All Inclusive", where the offering in most cases includes two drives per day (morning and afternoon), additional activities particular to the area, the game experience and topography, such as walking safaris, spoor tracking, hide visits, etc. All meals are also included, and often all drinks (soft, wines, spirits) excluding premium brands.

The day typically starts early with coffee/tea and a snack breakfast, followed by a game drive, a hearty breakfast or brunch back at the lodge and then time to relax. The afternoon drive usually departs late afternoon and concludes with a sundowner on the way back. Aim to arrive in time for an afternoon game drive and leave after your morning drive on departure day.

See "Places to Visit" for information about the National Parks, the overall experience, Hotels & Lodges and Safari Itineraries in specific regions of Zimbabwe.