Kariba: A Treasure of Kariba Dam
Kariba, Zimbabwe is a town in Mashonaland West. It is situated on Lake Kariba, a reservoir of the Kariba Dam. It was founded for the workers building the dam in the mid-20th century.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kariba is during April through August, for the perfect weather. The busiest months are usually January, June, and November. Tourists are least likely to visit the town in March, while Kariba Zimbabwe hotels tend to be inexpensive.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Mana Pools National Park is one of the most well-known attractions in the area. It is a wildlife conservation site declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. It is home to the biggest concentration of crocodiles and hippopotami in the country. It is also home to other endangered species like Cape wild dog, cheetah, and lion. Another interesting site to visit in the area is Matusadona National Park. It was declared a non-hunting site in 1958, a Game Reserve in 1963, and a national park in 1975. It has three different ecological areas, including Lake Kariba, Julbernardia and Brachystegia woodlands escarpment area, and Zambezi Valley floor. You can also find Lake Kariba fascinating. Tourists should also visit Chinhoyi Caves. It is a group of dolomite and limestone caves declared as a national park in 1955. One of its most prominent features is the main cave, which has a pool of cobalt blue water. Lake Safari Lodge offers state-of-the-art facilities suitable for all kinds of functions. Caribbea Bay Resort provides rich accommodation experiences with affordability and practicality in mind. The hotel is just around 1 mile away from the city center, and features 2 swimming pools.
