Animals and wildlife in Harare
Ballantyne Park Conservancy
A peaceful urban conservancy with birdlife, a small dam, and a children’s play area.
- All ages
- Urban park and wetland
- Yes
Free entry
Animals and wildlife in Zimbabwe
Discover wildlife experiences, sanctuaries and nature centres across Zimbabwe where kids can meet animals up close and learn about conservation. 54 places, updated November 2026.
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- Hwange National Park 9
- Harare 9
- Victoria Falls 7
- Bulawayo 4
- Chiredzi 4
- Marondera 2
- Beitbridge 2
- Triangle 2
- Lake Kariba 2
- Gweru 1
- Masvingo 1
- Nyanga National Park 1
- Chimanimani 1
- Mana Pools National Park 1
- Rusape 1
- Hwange 1
- Chitungwiza 1
- Mazowe 1
- Esigodini, Matabeleland South 1
- Wedza 1
- Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve 1
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All 54 animals and wildlife in Zimbabwe
Animals and wildlife in Harare
Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary
Bird sanctuary with 400+ species, daily raptor show, and lakeside restaurant.
- All ages
- Lakeside bird sanctuary
- Yes, restaurant setting
Entry from ZWG 6
Animals and wildlife in Harare
Lion & Cheetah Park
Drive-through safari park with lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and plains game.
- All ages
- Drive-through safari park
- Yes, drive-through
Entry from ZWG 15
Animals and wildlife in Harare
Mukuvisi Woodlands
City-edge game reserve with giraffes, zebras, walking trails, and horse rides.
- All ages
- Urban game reserve
- Yes, flat terrain
Entry from ZWG 6
Animals and wildlife in Harare
Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary
Animal rescue sanctuary with lions, primates, farm animals, and a children’s pool.
- All ages
- Wildlife rescue sanctuary
- Yes, children’s pool
Entry from ZWG 12
Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo
Healing with Horses Zimbabwe
Equine-assisted therapy centre with horse interaction and feeding.
- All ages
- Farm and stable
- Yes, supervise
Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo
WildeHorse (Bulawayo)
Conservation horse riding with a 40-strong herd and wildlife encounters.
- 4+ years
- Wildlife reserve
- No
Entry from ZWG 50
Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo
Free to be Wild Sanctuary
Primate-focused wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre with guided bush walks.
- All ages
- Wildlife rescue centre
- Yes, but walk may be long
Entry from ZWG 5
Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo
Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage
Non-profit wildlife orphanage and rehabilitation centre with rescued carnivores and primates.
- All ages
- Wildlife rehabilitation centre
- Yes, but long tour
Entry from ZWG 6
Animals and wildlife in Mana Pools National Park
Nyamatusi Mahogany Camp
Luxury family camp with private plunge pools, pool, and Ngwana Club children’s activities.
- All ages (some activities 16+)
- Luxury family tented camp
- Yes, family units
Entry from ZWG 800
Animals and wildlife in Marondera
Gosho Park (Marondera)
Small game park and botanical reserve with plains game, birdlife, and picnic areas.
- All ages
- Small game park
- Yes, gentle tracks
Entry from ZWG 3
Animals and wildlife in Marondera
Gosho Park
Small game park with zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, impala, and picnic areas.
- All ages
- Small game park
- Yes, gentle tracks
Entry from ZWG 3