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Hwange National Park is home to over 100 mammal species and 400 bird species. It also protects the populations of Zimbabwe’s endangered species. The park includes elephants that number in excess of 22,000 (up from 4,000 when it was established) and the largest remaining African wild dog population in the world. You can often spot large prides of buffalo and lions here, and leopards are also possible. It is also home to the wild and woolly brown hyena, which is a rare sighting.
Hwange’s distinctive feature is its lack of permanent surface water. Animals depend heavily on a number of waterholes that can dry up during drought years. Friends of Hwange take care of a number of waterholes all year long. This gives thousands of animals a place to live and makes it easy to see wildlife because animals gather at these spots.
Why is Hwange the Most Popular National Park in Zimbabwe?
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest and most visited park, is also the most famous. You can see most of the Big Five and it offers great wildlife viewing. Hwange is best known for its impressive concentration of elephants that visit the park’s waterholes in the dry season. Hwange is also well-known for its bird watching. The best time to visit Hwange for birdwatching is between November and April when migratory birds return to Europe and Northern Africa.
Hwange is one of the most well-kept game parks in Africa. It offers a unique experience, with walking safaris and exciting game drives. You can enjoy a private, serene safari in a beautiful setting. You can expect a memorable African Wildlife Experience, whether you spend a whole week in Hwange or a day there.
Wildlife Highlights in Hwange National Park
Hwange is one of few places in Zimbabwe where you can see giraffe. You should be on the lookout for roan, gemsbok and greater kudu antelopes. Spotted Hyenas are often seen at dawn and sunset, and there is a large population of wild dogs in Africa.
The best time to see wildlife in the park is between July and October, which runs from July through October. These months are when the vegetation is less dense, and animals congregate around water sources. It is not uncommon to see many animals at the waterholes during this period, and it is possible to witness a kill.
Things to do in Hwange National Park
Hwange is a popular destination for safaris and to see the diverse wildlife found in the park. This national park is home to all five Big 5 species of safari animals: lions (elk), buffalo (rhinos), leopards (leopards), and rhinos (leopards). The chances of seeing lions or buffalos or elephants is high, but rhinos and leopards can be difficult to spot and are considered an added bonus. There are many more animals to see than these five, such as cheetahs and hyenas, African wild dog, antelopes, zebras and crocodiles.
Hwange National Park, home to nearly 400 species of birds, is a paradise for birders. The wet season (November through April) is the best time to birdwatch. This brings you an influx of migrating birds like the southern carmine honey-eater or the Amur falcon. The second half of the year, May to October, is great for finding desert specialists species like the Namaqua Sandgrouse or the Kalahari shrub robin. The park is home to the largest flying bird in Africa, the Kori bustard. It also houses the southern ground Hornbill.
Hwange is most famous for its African wild dog packs. Painted Dog Conservation is a non-profit that works to protect the species in Africa and educate rural Zimbabweans about their importance to the natural environment. There are only a few hundred remaining dogs in the park. However, you can visit Conservation Visitors’ Center to see the dogs in rehabilitation and learn more.
Tips for Your Trip to Hwange
- The best time to visit the park is during the dry season (May through October). The dry season is when animals congregate near the watering holes, making it easier to spot them. The landscape changes and animals become more scattered.
- Zimbabwe’s winter season is from May to August. Although the daytime temperatures are generally mild, it can get quite cold at night.
- Always bring small amounts of U.S. Dollars with you to Zimbabwe. You should always bring small amounts of U.S. Dollars to Zimbabwe. These are often easier than the local currency.
- If you plan on driving into the park, make sure to bring extra gas. You will not find reliable fuel sources in the park.
- Hwange is home of malaria-carrying moths. You should always have insect repellant and medication on hand.
