Kariba

A lake district in northern Zimbabwe, where Lake Kariba houseboats, sunset cruises, and the wildlife of Matusadona form a unique water-based safari.

Kariba District is located in northern Zimbabwe, facing Zambia across the Zambezi River and Lake Kariba. Lake Kariba is a massive artificial lake created by damming the Zambezi River, where visitors can stay on houseboats, watch sunsets, and go fishing. The Kariba Dam and the Santa Barbara Church on the heights record the history of the dam's construction. Matusadona National Park, Sanyati Gorge, Fothergill Island, and the Bumi Hills area offer excellent wildlife viewing by boat or land. Wildlife is more concentrated during the dry season from May to October, though the later months can be very hot. The gateway is Kariba Airport, or visitors can drive from Harare.

Destinations

• Lake Kariba

Itineraries

• Lake Kariba Houseboat & Matusadona – Head north from Harare to Kariba, spend three nights on a houseboat, and cruise along the lakeshore to spot elephant he…