The Best of Matobo

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Zimbabwe

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Understand the history and ecology of stunning Matobo National Park during this six-hour small-group tour. Enjoy panoramic views overlooking the park from the burial place of British colonialist Cecil John Rhodes, learn more about the Ndebele Kings and their interactions with European settlers, and understand the secrets behind the park’s thousands-year-old cave paintings. A tasty open-air barbecue lunch is provided.

A 6-hour small-group history and heritage tour of Matobo National Park
Learn the region’s history, from Ndebele and Matebele warriors to the Shangani Patrol
Enjoy a personalized experience in a group capped at only 8 travelers
A BBQ lunch, souvenir digital photos, and hotel transfers are all provided

What's Included

Lunch

Special dietary requirements are accommodated
Pick up and drop off
All Fees and Taxes
Complimentary digital photos
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Professional Tour Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please present your ticket to your Professional Guide

Start time
.9:00 am

What To Expect

Matobo National Park - The Matopos

Cecil Rhode's Burial Place

Matobo Hills

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Ebenezer_T

This was a very exciting and educational experience showing us the various charms of Matobo; Rhino Encounter, World’s View (Rhodes’ Grave) and Cave paintings. Blessing is one of the best tour guides I have had. We saw breathtaking views of Matobo hills whilst learning about the rich history of the San as well as the Ndebele people. Tracking rhinos was very exciting indeed. We also had a scrumptious lunch at Matopo hills lodge Would highly recommend this trip to anyone~

Reviews

5.0

based on 47 reviews

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April_W, Nov 2025

Rhino-Rific!!! An amazing rhino experience in addition a walk to a beautiful viewpoint. The rock drawing/painting were even more interesting because of our highly informative guide! Blessing was very safe, passionate and knowledgeable! He also went above and beyond by helping us after the tour ended! I would recommend everyone that it visiting Zimbabwe to take this tour!!!!!!!!!!!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

RHINO-RIFIC!!! We’re thrilled you loved it – thank you! The rhino encounter, viewpoint walk, and ancient rock art clearly hit the spot, and we’re especially proud that Blessing made it so memorable with his passion, knowledge, and extra-mile help after the tour. Your glowing recommendation means the world to us. Guests like you are why we do this! We’d love to welcome you back to Matopos anytime.

Truly the BEST of Matobo!!!!

Thomas_M, Jul 2024

My wife and I took the "Best of Matobo" tour and wow was it amazing!!! We saw 7 different Rhinos throughout the park, as well as Zebra, Wildebeest, Baboons, Small Antelope and countless bird species!! We also saw ancient Bushmen rock art, which dates back 20 000 years, and the grave of Cecil John Rhodes at World's View. Our guide, Blessing, was a master storyteller and truely brought the history to life!!! We were also treated to an amazing lunch, leaving us in awe of how such good food could be cooked up in the middle of the national park!! An amazing day that is 100% worth it for anyone travelling through Zimbabwe!!!

Spiritual Experience, Animals & Views

Clarice_F, Mar 2024

WOW to stand near those giants was an emotional experience. Our guild Blessing made us feel safe. He was professional, informative & patient. I use a cane with his help I climbed the rocks ro see a view of a life time. Coming home great pictures of sunset and Blessing kept stopping for us take picture of monkeys, zebra even thou it made him late home, He goes above and beyond for everyone

An amazing trip!

Ebenezer_T, Feb 2024

Two wonderful guides for a very beautiful trip

abigot58, Jul 2022

Blessing and Bongani, two very welcoming people, did their best to make me happy during the trip. A very beautiful area where animals can be seen surely. Excellent lunch. Highly recommandable !

Response from Host, Jul 2022

It was such a pleasure getting to know you Alain! Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback. We hope you enjoy the rest of your travels and see you again soon.