Mid-Range Travel Guide: Zimbabwe

Accommodation

$40-120 per night

Mid-range hotels, private guesthouses, safari lodges with en-suite bathrooms and decent amenities

Food & Dining

$20-50 per day

Mix of local restaurants, hotel dining, occasional international cuisine, bottled water and snacks

Transportation

$25-80 per day

Private taxis, organized transfers, domestic flights for longer distances, rental car for some days

Activities

$50-150 per day

Guided safari tours, cultural experiences, national park entries, organized day trips

Eat at local markets and street vendors instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use kombis and local buses instead of private taxis (usually 70-90% savings on transport)

Book accommodation directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees (typically 10-20% savings)

Travel during low season for significantly reduced rates on lodging and activities (generally 30-50% cheaper)

Join group tours instead of private experiences (usually 40-60% cost reduction)

Buy groceries and prepare some meals yourself when possible (can reduce food costs by 50-70%)

Focus on free activities like hiking and cultural sites rather than paid attractions

Only eating at hotel restaurants and tourist areas instead of exploring local food options (typically costs 2-3x more)

Booking everything last-minute during peak season when prices are highest (can cost 50-100% more than advance booking)

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using local transport options (usually 3-5x more expensive than buses)

Not budgeting for park fees and activity costs which can add $30-100+ per day unexpectedly