Tour in Matobo National Park

The Best of Matobo
4.9(47)
From $139
per person
Cultural & Historical
Matobo National Park

The Best of Matobo

At a Glance

Type
Cultural & Historical
Rating
4.9/5 (47)
Price
From $139/person
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Fitness
Moderate - The tour invol...

Tour Details

Tour Highlights • History and Heritage • White rhino tracking • San Bushmen cave paintings • Cecil John Rhodes Grave and Worldsview • The Ndebele and Matebele warriors • The Shangani Patrol • Malindidzimu - The place of the spirits • Balancing rocks • Souvenir shopping • African picnic barbecue

What Makes This Tour Special

This tour combines wildlife tracking, including guided white rhino tracking, with visits to historical and cultural landmarks such as San rock art sites, Cecil Rhodes’ grave, and traditional Ndebele warrior history. An African picnic barbecue adds a taste of local cuisine in a natural setting.
  • Guided walking tours to see San rock paintings with expert explanations.
  • White rhino tracking with experienced rangers in protected areas.
  • Visit to Cecil John Rhodes’ grave at Malindidzimu, a site with panoramic views.
  • Insight into the history of the Ndebele and Matebele warriors and the Shangani Patrol.
  • Opportunity to purchase authentic locally-made souvenirs.

Historical Background

Matobo Hills, located in southwestern Zimbabwe, have been inhabited for thousands of years and contain some of the oldest known rock art by the San people. The area also played a role in colonial history, including the burial site of Cecil John Rhodes and events involving the Ndebele and Matebele warriors during the late 19th century.

What's Included

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Is This Tour Worth It?

This cultural & historical activity is highly rated at 4.9/5 across 47 reviews, priced from $139 per person, with free cancellation available.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 4.9/5
  • +Free cancellation
  • +7 items included
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Requires moderate - the tour involves walking over uneven terrain to reach rock art and balancing rocks, as well as some hiking for rhino tracking. participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity. fitness level

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