Matobo National Park - The Balancing Rocks

Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe

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The park of international acclaim occupies a total area of 44 500 hectares. The park was awarded the World Heritage status in June 2003. Matobo is an Intensive Protection Zone for endangered black and white rhinoceros. The park offers a diverse package of tourist attractions and activities, it is well known for its unique balancing rock features with the popular “mother and child” balancing rocks. 

Attractions and Activities
Balancing rocks
Game viewing 
Rhodes grave
Fishing 
Boating
Walking trails
Rhino Trails
Bicycle safaris
*rock paintings

Facilities
Lodges (62 beds)
Chalets (8 beds)
Campsites
Picnic sites
Tennis/Basketball court
Catering facilities
Conference facilities

Nearest town
Bulawayo 34km

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