- Victoria Falls

- National Parks

-Wildlife

-Rock forms

-Mugabe

-Rafting on the Zambezi

-Hyperinflation

Zimbabwe's climate is very diverse, but clearly belongs to the tropical climates. It is a country located south of the equator, at an altitude of 915 meters above sea level. The average annual temperature does not exceed 33 degrees Celsius, while the lowest is about 7 degrees. There is a rainy season that lasts from November to March, then takes time to transition and dry season from mid-May to November. Very warm and dry from August to November. Rains during the rainy season occur mainly in the morning and at night. It should be remembered as a rather large temperature differences, especially in the mountains

Because of the warm and friendly atmosphere, every season is good to visit Zimbabwe. However, please note that from October to April is a bit cooler, especially at night, when temperatures can occasionally drop below freezing even. If you choose to rafting on the Zambezi is the best period since the beginning of May, June, everything depends on the level of water in the Zambezi. If you want to see the national pitch, it is best to go during the dry season.

About 25% of the population are Christians. 50% of the syncretic religions, indigenous beliefs 24%, 1% are Muslim and others.

Habits in the city are closely linked to Western culture and education. Shaking hands is a customary way of greeting, and in the conventions and courtesies drawn from Europe can be observed during home visits. In rural areas, still advocated traditional values and behavior, the family is the basis for the functioning of society. It should not be surprising willingness to be photographed with a white man, or abuse by the local word "syphilis" which simply means "white man". Please note that offensive or rude to speak out about President Mugabe is prohibited and may be considered a criminal offense. Visitors should note that the palm is a symbol of the main opposition political party, so even a friendly gesture could be seen as a political provocation. Smoking is prohibited in public transport and some public buildings. There are laws against "indecency" all manifestations of homosexual orientation are illegal, but is regarded as natural for men to hold hands. Remember to ban photographing government buildings.

Shona and Sindebele

This is the most popular and most useful language.

90.7%

Residence visas and transit Polish nationals receive in the diplomatic missions and consular posts abroad or Zimbabwe in the main border checkpoints. The required period of validity of the passport for entry is 6 months. It should be a return ticket (or funds for its purchase), and documented to cover the cost of your stay (minimum amount for one day of residence is not specified). The decision to take the validity period of the immigration officer at the border, who can issue a visa only once or twice to 60 days

Zimbabwe does not have an embassy in Poland. The closest - in Berlin.

Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe

Kommandantenstraβe 80, D-10117 Berlin

tel. (0-0 49 30) 206 22 63

Fax: (0-0 49 30) 204 062 1955

None of the diplomatic body in Zimbabwe, the country is subject to the Polish Embassy in South Africa:

South Africa

Polish Embassy in South Africa

Ambassador: Marcin Kubiak

South Africa, Pretoria, 14 Amos Street, Colbyn, PO Box 12277 Queenswood 0121

Tel. duty: 27 (012) 430 26 31

pretoria.amb.sekretariat @ msz.gov.pl

No obligation meldunkowego.

Virtually the whole country there is an epidemic of cholera, are the victims of fatal. Local health and medical services are inefficient, infrastructure, water supply and sewerage system is not functioning. From the people coming from countries with reported cases of yellow fever, or where the disease is endemic, vaccination is required for the disease. Lower areas (Victoria Falls, Kariba), there is a high risk of malaria. Very high incidence of AIDS is. Lack of medical care with the European standard. In the few hospitals in Harare, is only possible care of an intervention. Price visit to a private $ 100 a night in a private hospital ok. U.S. $ 150-200.

In Zimbabwe there is no Polish insurance agent. It is recommended that personal insurance in renowned international companies. It is mandatory liability insurance (short-term insurance policy can be purchased at the border).

It should drink only bottled water.

Since March 2008. significantly increased risk of crime in both cities, Harare and Bulawayo as well as in rural areas. There are quite frequent cases of theft of money and passports from hotel rooms. In view of the socio-political crisis has increased the number of seizures of arms, whose victims are mostly owners of luxury cars.

In 1980 ended the conflict between the British and the indigenous people of Zimbabwe, since it is a republic under the rule of President Mugabe.

- Police: 995 / 999

- Fire Department: 993 / 999

- Ambulance: 994 / 999

Zimbabwe's borders with Zambia, Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana.

National airline is Air Zimbabwe (UM), among others offer flights to Beijing, Dubai, Singapore.  

A flight from London to Harare takes oko.10 hours 30 minutes, this is the only direct connection with Europe, currently suspended from the considerations of the economic crisis. Best to fly through Johannesburg Harary. There are direct flight from London to Victoria Falls. Flight from the capital Harare to Bulawayo takes the eye. hour. The main airport in Zimbabwe are:

• Harare (HRE), located km from the city oko.14. Regular bus. There are also taxis, which runs to the city.

• Bulawayo (BUQ) located oko.24 km from the city.

• Victoria Falls (VFA) is situated 22km from the city.

Is a train connection from South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique and Zambia.

Regular bus from Johannesburg to Bulawayo and Harary.

You can get to Zimbabwe from Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Apart from the main routes, road conditions are difficult during the rainy season. Borders are open from 6-18, although the most popular route through Beitbridge is open from 6-22.30.

Airports as above. Air Zimbabwe and other airlines offer flights to Buffalo Range, Bulawayo, Gweru, Hwange, Kariba, Masvingo and Victoria Falls. There are also tourist flights to Kariba and Victoria Falls to the public.

There are trains between Bulawayo and Chiredzi, Harare, Labatse, Mutare, Plumtree, Victoria Falls, operated by the National Railways of Zimbabwe, but the railway system is underdeveloped and poorly maintained.

There are many minibuses, buses serving the majority of the country. However, buses are not recommended because they are often overcrowded and inadequately maintained. Blue Arrow Luxury Coaches provides bus services to major destinations, including from Harare to Bulawayo (via Chivhu and questionna questionna). No timetables.

In Zimbabwe, left hand drive. Is recognized international driving permit or - to 90-day stay - Polish driving license, but with a certified translation into English of the document (with photo). Left hand drive. There are shortages of fuel - both gasoline and diesel. Very poor condition of public roads. On the main road user charges are levied. Common roadblocks. Not recommended to use public transport or travel after dusk. During the trip, close the windows and doors of cars. It should carry a certified copy of identity documents. Car rental is possible at the airport or at major hotels

Operate ferries on Lake Kariba from Kariba to Bing and Mlibizi.

In towns you can find internet cafes, but the Internet is slow, often can not even send an e-mail. Keyboards tend to be cast by what you can not write anything.

Air Shipment to Europe goes about a week.

local currency (dollar Zimbabwe) has been suspended. The circulation is five currencies: U.S. dollar, British pound, Euro, South African rand, Botswana pula.

Money can be exchanged at banks, ATMs, exchange offices and hotels. Most carry a supply of cash, because odds are constantly changing and it is easy to fraudulent. Absolutely not exchange money at exchange offices and ATMs, as always offer niebotyczny rate. American Express, Diners Club and Visa are widely accepted, while a MasterCard can be problems. Some ATMs accept cards kredytowe.Czeki travel can be exchanged at banks and larger hotels, but it is best to have them in U.S. dollars lu sterling.

Banks are open: Mon-Tues. and Thurs-Fri. 0800-1500, Wed. And Sat 0800-1300. 0800-1130.

Petrol-Lite - ok. U.S. $ 1.5.

-Water: U.S. $ 1.5 per bottle.

Cola, beer: 2.5 USD.

-Bread: ok. $ 4.

Wood products are particularly popular, but it is best not to buy them in town, because there prices are very inflated. You have to haggle, but also to feel the moment when we should stop.

Coming from Victoria Falls to Bulawayo page you will encounter seven stalls with sculptures.

• Hand painted batiki (tablecloths)
• wooden sculptures
• stone sculptures made from local "soap stone"

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The following goods may be imported into Zimbabwe without incurring customs duty:

• Goods to the value of $ 250 per person, including tobacco, perfumes and gifts.

• People over the age of 18, 5l can bring to alcoholic beverages (including spirits 2l).

Prohibition of importation:

- Medicines, honey, all the media pornographic or obscene literature, toy weapons, knives and knives sprężynowcyh

- Permits for firearms and ammunition shall be issued on arrival in the country - you have to have special permission to import agricultural products, including seeds, bulbs, fresh meat.

Also, you must have special permission to import drugs

In the larger cities is quite a large selection of hotels, from luxury eg. Holiday Inn for cheap hotels and motels. The list of registered hotels are available in Zimbabwe Tourism Authority. All hotels are classified in five-star system. While on safari trips you can rent cottages of varying standards.

Lack of typical hostels., Other cheap accommodation.

In most tourist areas can be found camping, especially during trips to safaris.

There are so. lodges or accommodation like guest houses or guest houses that offer bed and breakfast.

-Rates subject to standard: $ 5 per night in average conditions,

USD -7 tent,

USD -10-20 nice, clean lodge with decent conditions.

- Comfortable conditions start at $ 50

Information about accommodation:

Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe (HAZ)

PO Box CY 398, Causeway, Harare, Zimbabwe

Tel: (4) 733 211th

Cuisine in Zimbabwe does not belong to sophisticated. What people eat is largely dependent on its cash and supplies in the shop. The most popular dish is carbon black, reminiscent of oatmeal, which is served with various. Mining of her balls in sauces and dips. Karpenta a small fish to taste like sprats. During the rainy season, especially insects are a delicacy, eaten raw or fried. You can find restaurants offering cuisine typical for Zimbabwe, but also those with food typical of other countries.

• Nhedzi soup with wild mushrooms
• meat, including ostrich meat, Warthog and a crocodile tail meat
• soot
• insects

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• Chibuku beer in the local milk
• Mazo type of orange juice.
• Whawha traditional corn beer

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Traditionally 10-15%.

• Bulawayo
• Mutare
• Gweru
• Masvingo
• Harare
• Victor Falls
• Matopos-formations
• Hwange National Park
• Antelope Park
• Rafting on the Zambezi
• Bungee jump
• Great Zimbabwe Ruins
• Lake Kariba
• Royal Harare Golf Club

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- Kame Ruins

-The National Gallery of Zimbabwe

-National Archives

-Museum of Human Sciences in Zimbabwe

-Museum in Bulawayo

Zimbabwe is primarily wildlife and nature. Safari on the national parks is undoubtedly the point of the program. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Antelope Park, Matopos, which is an amazing rock formations you can see it all in Zimbabwe. By participating in the safari, we can look closely lions, antylopom, hienom, żyrafo, hipopotamom and admire oko.400 species of birds.

1.01-New Year

18.04-Independence Day

1.05-Labor Day

25.05-Africa Day

14.08-Armed Forces Day

22.12-Day of National Unity

25.12-Christmas

26.12-Boxing Day

Rather poorly developed outside the city, confined mainly to the joint or possibly eating clubs. In larger cities are clubs, cinemas, theaters, and three major tourist destinations are the casino.