Gonarezhou National Park

The 5,053-square-kilometer park contains savannahs, woodlands, and riverine forests, with the Chilojo Cliffs extending 20 kilometers along the Runde River.

Initially designated as a Game Reserve in 1936, Gonarezhou received national park status in 1975 and reopened to visitors in 1994 after regional conflicts.

The name derives from Shona language meaning 'Place of Elephants', reflecting the long-standing connection between local communities and these animals.

Visitors can access the park via a 34-kilometer gravel road from Chiredzi or through private charter flights landing at Chipinda Pools airstrip.

The confluence of Save and Runde rivers marks Zimbabwe's lowest elevation point at 162 meters, hosting Zambezi sharks and small-tooth sawfish.

Location: Masvingo Province

Inception: 1975

Website: http://zimparks.org/parks/national-parks/gonarezhou

GPS coordinates: -21.66667,31.66667

Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:49