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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 Beitbridge

Terry Gardens

Riverside garden with fish feeding, crocodile watching, kids’ games, beach soccer, and braai.

  • All ages
  • Riverside garden
  • Yes, shaded garden

Entry from ZWG 3

Parks, beaches and nature in Chipinge

Crystal Creek

Hidden waterfall and river hike with clear swimming pools and picnic spots.

  • 6+ years
  • River and waterfall
  • No

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Chipinge

Chirinda Forest

Rare rainforest with giant mahoganies, forest birds, and gentle walking trails.

  • 5+ years
  • Rainforest
  • Yes, but carry toddlers

Parks, beaches and nature in Zvishavane

Palawani Lakeworld Resort

Lakeside resort with boat rides, swimming, mini-golf, volleyball, and camping.

  • All ages
  • Lakeside resort
  • Yes, gentle boat rides

Entry from ZWG 10

Parks, beaches and nature in Marondera

Karumazondo Outdoor Centre (Marondera)

Outdoor centre for camps, retreats, and family getaways with affordable accommodation and activities.

  • All ages (programmes vary)
  • Outdoor centre
  • Yes, outdoor spaces

Parks, beaches and nature in Bindura

Paradise Pools (Arcadia Dam)

Riverside resort with natural rock pools, boat rides, braai sites, and camping.

  • All ages (supervise near water)
  • Natural rock pools
  • Yes, but supervise

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Chipinge

Crystal Creek (Chipinge)

Hidden waterfall and river hike with clear swimming pools and picnic spots.

  • 6+ years
  • River and waterfall
  • No

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Chipinge

Chirinda Forest (Chipinge)

Rare rainforest with giant mahoganies, forest birds, and gentle walking trails.

  • 5+ years
  • Rainforest
  • Yes, but carry toddlers

Parks, beaches and nature in Rusape

Rusape Dam (Rusape)

Large reservoir popular for fishing, picnicking, and family recreation.

  • All ages (supervise near water)
  • Reservoir and shoreline
  • Yes, but uneven

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Beitbridge

Terry Gardens (Beitbridge)

Riverside garden with fish feeding, crocodile watching, kids’ games, beach soccer, and braai.

  • All ages
  • Riverside garden
  • Yes, shaded garden

Entry from ZWG 3

Parks, beaches and nature in Kadoma

The Tribe Resorts (Kadoma)

Community tourism resort with pool, giant chess, sand volleyball, and farm-style setting.

  • All ages
  • Community resort
  • Yes, open spaces

Entry from ZWG 5

Parks, beaches and nature in Harare

The Farm at Art

Free farm-style park with playground, zipline, climbing wall, coffee, and street food.

  • All ages
  • Farm-style park
  • Yes, playground

Free entry