Things to Do around Rhodesia

Rhodesia offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. The region's diverse landscapes provide opportunities for different skill levels and interests.

Touring cyclists can explore routes that traverse varied terrain, from the undulating roads of the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe to the scenic Viphya Highlands in Malawi. For more information, consult the Cycling around Rhodesia guide.

Rhodesia features numerous hiking opportunities, including challenging treks in Zimbabwe's Eastern Highlands, walks through the Matobo Hills, and extensive trails in Malawi's Mulanje Massif. The Hiking around Rhodesia guide provides detailed information.

Mountain biking trails are available in areas like Zimbabwe's Eastern Highlands, offering terrain compared to Scotland and the Himalayas. The Viphya Highlands in Malawi also provide fascinating trails. Refer to the MTB Trails around Rhodesia guide for specific routes.

While specific 'easy' cycling routes are not detailed, areas like the Nyika National Park in Malawi offer sublime grasslands suitable for cycling. The region provides diverse terrain, so less challenging options are available for various activities.

Key natural attractions include Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, Mount Nyangani in Zimbabwe's Eastern Highlands, the unique granite outcrops of Matobo Hills, and Lake Malawi. The Mulanje Massif and Nyika National Park in Malawi also offer significant natural beauty.

Many areas offer accessible walks and less strenuous cycling options suitable for families. Exploring the rainforest trails near Victoria Falls or gentle walks along Lake Malawi's shores are examples of family-friendly activities.

Rhodesia has more than 25,000 visitors on komoot, with 8 routes available across various sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars from over 2,100 ratings.

Komoot offers several guides for Rhodesia, including Cycling around Rhodesia, Hiking around Rhodesia, Gravel biking around Rhodesia, and Running Trails around Rhodesia.

Yes, areas like Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe offer opportunities for cycling through wildlife-rich areas, including large elephant herds. Nyika National Park in Malawi is also known for diverse wildlife, such as zebra and antelope, visible during cycling and walking.

Mount Nyangani in Zimbabwe's Eastern Highlands is the highest peak in Zimbabwe, offering challenging hiking routes. In Malawi, Sapitwa Peak (3002m / 9849ft) in the Mulanje Massif provides demanding treks with scrambling sections.

Gravel biking is possible on various dirt roads and tracks throughout the region. The Gravel biking around Rhodesia guide provides specific information for this activity.