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Parks, beaches and nature in Africa

Family-friendly parks, beaches and nature across 11 countries — in Kenya, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. 429 places, updated November 2026.

All 429 parks, beaches and nature

Parks, beaches and nature in Matobo, Matabeleland South

Matobo National Park

UNESCO park with granite hills, cave paintings, and guided white rhino tracking.

  • 8+ years (for rhino walks)
  • UNESCO granite hills
  • No

Entry from ZWG 10

Parks, beaches and nature in Kwekwe

Nyangombe Lodge

Family safari lodge with pool, game drives, fishing, and farm animal encounters.

  • All ages
  • Riverside safari lodge
  • Yes, pool and gentle animals

Entry from ZWG 60

Parks, beaches and nature in Masvingo

Mushandike Sanctuary

Nature reserve and dam with fishing, boating, and wildlife.

  • All ages
  • Nature reserve and dam
  • Yes

Parks, beaches and nature in Mutare

Vumba Gateway Gardens and Curios

Highland gardens and curio shop with botanical gardens and game viewing.

  • All ages
  • Highland botanical garden
  • Yes

Parks, beaches and nature in Chinhoyi

Chinhoyi Caves

Limestone caves with the famous Sleeping Pool, game viewing, and picnic areas.

  • All ages (supervise near water)
  • Cave system and reserve
  • Limited

Entry from ZWG 5

Parks, beaches and nature in Masvingo

Dopiro Lodge and Gardens

Family lodge with gardens, pool, and comfortable rooms near Great Zimbabwe.

  • All ages
  • Garden lodge
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 70

Parks, beaches and nature in Victoria Falls

Dzimbahwe Guest Lodge

Guest lodge with children's playground, pool, babysitting, and self-catering family suites.

  • All ages
  • Guest lodge with apartments
  • Yes, playground

Entry from ZWG 80

Parks, beaches and nature in Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls Backpackers Lodge

Budget lodge with children's playground, pool, and activity booking centre.

  • All ages
  • Budget lodge with garden and pool
  • Yes, playground

Entry from ZWG 100

Parks, beaches and nature in Victoria Falls

Rock Pool (Victoria Falls)

Riverside park with direct Zambezi access, food and drinks, and falls views.

  • All ages (supervise near river)
  • Riverside park
  • Yes, fenced area

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Nyanga National Park

Nyangombe Falls (Nyanga)

Waterfall and picnic area with braai stands, changing rooms, and gentle walks.

  • All ages
  • Waterfall and picnic area
  • Yes, gentle walk

Entry from ZWG 5

Parks, beaches and nature in Matobo Hills

Khayelitshe House

Exclusive-use four-bedroom villa with private guide, rhino tracking, and Matobo Hills access.

  • All ages
  • Exclusive-use villa
  • Yes, cots may be available

Entry from ZWG 1,200

Parks, beaches and nature in Epworth

Epworth Balancing Rocks (Chiremba Balancing Rocks)

Iconic balancing granite boulders featured on Zimbabwe’s banknotes, with a short walk and photo opportunities.

  • All ages
  • Granite rock formation
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 5