
Great Zimbabwe Ruins
The World Heritage Site of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins are sub-Saharan Africa's most important and largest stone ruins. Near to the town of Masvingo, the large towers and structures of the ruins were built out of millions of stones balanced perfectly on top of one another without the aid of mortar. Uncover an ancient civilization's secrets dating back to the 11th Century with guided tours.
Highlights
- Africa's largest collection of stone ruins
- Fascinating 11th century ruins of an ancient city
- Guided tours of this UNESCO World Heritage Site
Iconic Activities
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4WD Safari
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Boat Trip
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Fishing
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Hiking
Great Zimbabwe Ruins Map
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From exhilarating wildlife encounters to out-of-this-world natural wonders, echoes of ancient empires, and rose-gold beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is designed to immerse you in the extraordinary. Whether it’s a bucket list trip, marking a milestone, or a soul-stirring retreat, let this handpicked selection inspire your next escape.
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HOW TO BOOK
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Client Reviews
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.

Adventure Holiday to South Africa & Zimbabwe
It exceeded any expectation I could have imagined! Every stop was beautiful and lovely in its own unique way, and every transfer and tour was seamless. We never had to think too hard and could enjoy being in the moment until the moment we left!
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holiday to South Africa & Zimbabwe
Overall, our trip was magical; we couldn't have asked for a better, more special honeymoon! Not only were the destinations, our accommodations and our tours amazing, being both enjoyable and educational, but the entire traveling process was seamless. Mahlatini took care of everything - from represe…
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holiday to Zimbabwe & South Africa
Just an overall amazing trip...everything was planned to perfection and the trip exceeded our wildest dreams.
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