Passport and Visa
A passport valid for at least 6 months after departuring Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania is required. A visa is required; on arrival a 90-day holiday visa or 30-day business visa can be obtained for a fee of US$30 (single entry), US$45 (double entry) or US$55 (multiple entry). A Tanzanian visa should be obtained in advance.
Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

Vaccination
Travellers coming from infected countries require a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Precautions against Hepatitis A and tetanus are also recommended. There is a risk of malaria all year in most of the countries.

Money
The official currency in Zimbabwe is the Zimbabwe dollar, in Zambia the Kwacha and in Tanzania the shilling.
Foreign currency, especially Euro's and US dollars, is hard to come by, but widely accepted and often preferred. Hard currency is required to pay for entry to Victoria Falls and many national parks; it is advisable to carry notes in small denominations, as change is often unavailable.
Banks and major hotels have foreign exchange facilities and many lodges, restaurants and shops accept travellers cheques and major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club and American Express.

Electricity
Electrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz. Three round pin and three rectangular blade plugs are common.

Drinking water
Tap water in urban areas is considered safe to drink, but bottled water is preferable.

Language
English is the official language, although it is only spoken as a first language by a tiny percentage of the population. Several indigenous languages are spoken.

Luggage
If you are traveling by Private Small Plane charter on any part of your trip to Zimbabwe, Zambia,Tanzania or Malawi remember that you have a maximum luggage limit of 12kgs and the luggage MUST be in a soft skinned bag.

Note: Most accommodations offer laundry service

What to bring

• Track shoes / sandals
  
• Wide brimmed hat
  
• Shorts / T shirts - no bright colors
  
• It is advisable to bring trousers for evening wear for protection from mosquitoes
  
• Tracksuit / Jacket / jersy for cool evenings
  
• Insect Repellent
  
• Flashlight and extra batteries
  
• Sunblock
  
• Binoculairs
  
• PERSONAL MEDICAL KIT paracetamol, plasters, pincet, aspirins, antiseptic creme, anti-diarrhoea pills and laxatives, anti-malaria tablets
  
• Spectacles (if worn) - some people have trouble with contact lenses & dust
  
• Pen for immigration formalities
  

You should dress appropriately when crossing borders (no bare feet, bare chests, no bikini tops, no sunglasses or hats); visiting markets, villages, towns and when travelling in the vehicle.

Please avoid clothing resembling army uniform (ie: camouflage clothing).

WATER:
Water is a precious commodity in Africa. Please use water sparingly. Please do not waste water (eg when brushing teeth, unnecessary washing of hair, lengthy showers etc).

Zimbabwe a safe country?

Because of the political situation some people are less inclined to visit Zimbabwe which is having a knock on effect on tourism. The politically affected places are the white owned commercial farms. Tourists would generally have no need to venture into those affected areas. Any of you tourists traveling to any of the main tourist destinations like Vic Falls, Hwange, Kariba, Matopos, the Zambezi & Mana Pools etc are not effected by the current goings on. Tourists were never a target. Fortunately it still is a safe country to visit and by doing so you are providing employment in rural areas and supporting safari lodges wich are protecting National Parks from poachers.

Regularly we visit the country ourselves, to maintain our contacts and to keep up with the political and economical situation. Fortunately there is still a steady stream, albeit small, of foreign tourists who continue to experience & enjoy the beauty Zimbabwe has to offer, everyone of whom are happy that they did go despite the negative publicity & warnings before hand. They can't believe how peaceful and friendly everyone is, and ask, "where are the problems we heard so much about ?"

No one anywhere in the world can guarantee your safety, no matter where you go. It is commonly known that wherever a bad economy rules the criminality increase and you should not stay in certain neighbourhoods or go out late at night by your own. However, does this advise not go for all (world) cities? The only thing we ask from you is a little respect, try to adapt yourself and don't show your wealthiness too much.