Zimbabwe · UNESCO Heritage Sites

2-Day Zimbabwe Ruins Tour with Khami, Great Zimbabwe and Naletale

2 Days Round trip from Bulawayo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Khami Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 02 Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe
  • 03 Discover the Naletale Ruins, thought to date from the seventeenth century
  • 04 Admire the Khami River, the only water source in the Khami Ruins area

Sign up for this tour to explore the three ruins of Zimbabwe: Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Khami Ruins, and Naletale Ruins. Discover what makes each site unique while gaining insight into the history and culture of Zimbabwe. Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, the former capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe, explore the spectacular stone structures of Khami, and admire the beautiful setting of the Khami River.

The country's name comes from this historical feature - "Dzimbadzemabwe", which means "house of stones".

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Bulawayo, Masvingo, Victoria Falls, Gweru
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Bulawayo to Khami Ruins and Great Zimbabwe Ruins

  • Leave Bulawayo at 09:00 am and drive to Khami Ruins, which the Shona people built after the fall of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. It is a spectacular stone structure located about 25 kilometres from Bulawayo.

  • Your tour guide will lead you to the hill complex and the different sections of the ruins, all the way to the Portuguese Cross.

  • Explore the Khami River, the only water source in the area.

  • After lunch, depart Khami Ruins and head to Great Zimbabwe Ruins, located about 30 km outside Masvingo town.

  • Arrive at Great Zimbabwe just before dark.

  • Set up camp, depending on the type of accommodation you opt for.

If you are staying in a hotel or lodge, check in for your overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Great Zimbabwe Ruins Tour and Naletale Ruins Excursion

  • After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a tour of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. This tour will take approximately 2 to 3 hours.

  • Great Zimbabwe Ruins are unique both historically and naturally. This adventurous tour lets you witness the great wonders built by the Shona people. The country's name comes from this historical feature - "Dzimbadzemabwe", which means "house of stones".

  • After mid-morning, depart for Naletale Ruins, located near Gweru town.

  • Arrive in Naletale in the afternoon and explore the ruins with your tour guide, who will take you around these beautiful ruins and up to the top, where the view is very nice.

  • Late in the afternoon, finish the 2-day tour with a drop-off in Bulawayo for those who want to catch a train to Victoria.

Trip ends.

Khami Ruins, Khami River, Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Naletale Ruins

Where this trip takes you

Khami Ruins, Khami River, Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Naletale Ruins

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bulawayo 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees

  • Transport

  • Light lunch

  • Accommodation

  • English-speaking Zimbabwe guide

  • Refreshments

What's Not Included

  • Dinner

  • Alcohol

  • Visa fees

  • Tipping

What to bring

  • Proper hiking gear
  • Sun lotion
  • Sun hat
  • Spare camera batteries

Know before you go

  • This is a great tour that combines the most famous ruins of Zimbabwe. You can choose either the camping or lodge option.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Tour start
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Bulawayo.

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