Zimbabwe is one of the countries helping to drive ecotourism in the region. Ecotourism in Zimbabwe is booming and becoming internationally recognized for providing jobs, it’s estimated that the industry now employs around 200,000.
Due to the natural beauty and outstanding array of wildlife, there is plenty for those who want to experience ecotourism in Zimbabwe to do. Of course, no trip would be complete without a visit to the magnificent Victoria Falls – visitors can stay in the nearby Victoria Falls Safari Lodge where they will be charmed by the on-site watering hole which attracts a variety of game such as Elephants, Buffalo, Impala and Kudu.
Ecotourism spots in Zimbabwe
Ecotourism is ethically responsible tourism, showcasing resorts and places of interest in such a way that the community and the environment are not left in a worse off state.
There are a number of Urban spots with deep rooted culture and history.
African Bush Camps - Bumi Hills Kariba
The African Bush Camps Foundation supports a number of community and conservation projects in the various communities they are operating in. Development initiatives like Health care provision projects and supporting the underprivileged in the community by paying school fees for orphans for example. They also assist with Wildlife conservation and they support organisations like the Bumi Hills Anti Poaching Unit (BHAPU) and other anti-poaching efforts in other parts of the country like Mana Pools.