Hear about travel to the Zambezi Valley in Zimbabwe as the Amateur Traveler talks to Rael Zieve from Keep Travelling Africa about one of his favorite African itineraries.
Why should you visit the Zambezi Valley?
Rael says, "Just the landscapes are quite amazing. I think you should go because the …Hear about travel to the Zambezi Valley in Zimbabwe as the Amateur Traveler talks to Rael Zieve from Keep Travelling Africa about one of his favorite African itineraries.
Why should you visit the Zambezi Valley?
Rael says, "Just the landscapes are quite amazing. I think you should go because the landscapes change. There are still people who live very humbly along the river banks, living out of their mud huts in very medieval conditions, and that type of thing. Even today in the 21st century."
Rael’s Recommended Zambezi Valley Itinerary (9 Nights Total)
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Today we are heading to Victoria Falls, one of the most awe inspiring places on the planet. Known locally as Mosi oa Tunya, the Smoke that Thunders, this is a place where mist hangs in the air, the earth vibrates beneath your feet, and nature puts on a show unlike anywhere else in Africa.
I am join…Today we are heading to Victoria Falls, one of the most awe inspiring places on the planet. Known locally as Mosi oa Tunya, the Smoke that Thunders, this is a place where mist hangs in the air, the earth vibrates beneath your feet, and nature puts on a show unlike anywhere else in Africa.
I am joined by Sara Gardiner, owner of Matetsi Victoria Falls, a beautiful lodge just minutes from the Falls and surrounded by incredible wildlife. Sara and I chat about the legends that shaped local understanding of the Falls, what those first explorers must have felt when they encountered this massive curtain of water, the rewilding of the Matetsi reserve, and her favorite ways for travelers to experience both the adventure and the quiet magic of this region.
I hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation with Sara Gardiner.
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🎙️ Drop A Pin: Zimbabwe with Zah + Cultural Steals w/ KB 🇿🇼✈️
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Zah Interview
01:23:03 - Gettin' Cultured with KB
🚨 This week’s Drop A Pin takes flight to Zimbabwe with Zah from The Yak in the cockpit! Donnie and Chaps break down their unforgettable trip with him to his home cou…🎙️ Drop A Pin: Zimbabwe with Zah + Cultural Steals w/ KB 🇿🇼✈️
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Zah Interview
01:23:03 - Gettin' Cultured with KB
🚨 This week’s Drop A Pin takes flight to Zimbabwe with Zah from The Yak in the cockpit! Donnie and Chaps break down their unforgettable trip with him to his home country, dive into Zimbabwe’s rich history, and later get grilled by KB on Gettin’ Cultured. Africa meets introspection—let’s ride.
🇿🇼 Zah Breaks Down Zimbabwe
Donnie and Chaps recap Don’s journey to Zimbabwe with Zah—highlighting the moments that stuck, the lessons they took away, and what it was like traveling with a true local. Zah also gives a crash course in Zimbabwe’s history: from ancient kingdoms to modern politics, with some personal reflections mixed in.
📚 Gettin’ Cultured w/ KB
KB jumps in to flip the script, asking Donnie and Chaps:
“If you could take one thing from any other culture and add it to our own, what would it be?”
The answers range from philosophical to food-driven to flat-out unhinged—exactly what you’d expect from this cockpit combo.
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As a child growing up on a farm in Zimbabwe, Mikey Hensman was surrounded by rescued exotic animals like elephants, impalas, and warthogs. This unique upbringing sparked his deep passion for wildlife that eventually led him to a career in anti-poaching and conservation. Hensman is the co-founder of …As a child growing up on a farm in Zimbabwe, Mikey Hensman was surrounded by rescued exotic animals like elephants, impalas, and warthogs. This unique upbringing sparked his deep passion for wildlife that eventually led him to a career in anti-poaching and conservation. Hensman is the co-founder of Resolve Wildlife, an African-led strategic advisory and training group dedicated to conserving Africa's wild landscapes. Resolve Wildlife's team includes experts in protected area management, ecology, law enforcement, and community-based resource management. One of their key conservation partners, Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ), is a non-profit organization working to protect Zambia’s Lower Zambezi region. CLZ collaborates with Zambia’s Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) to conduct foot and aerial patrols, as well as operate specialized enforcement units, including the highly effective Dog Unit.
Introduced in 2016 with support from USAID, the Dog Unit plays a vital role in combating poaching and wildlife trafficking. Trained to detect scents of ammunition, bushmeat, ivory, pangolin, and firearms, these skilled sniffer dogs and their local handlers conduct vehicle searches at checkpoints and assist with tracking operations. Their efforts have resulted in numerous arrests and significant recoveries of illegal wildlife products, including over 175 kilograms of bushmeat and multiple firearms. Looking ahead, the program aims to expand the dogs' detection capabilities to include rhino horn and Zambia’s rare Mukula wood, further strengthening anti-poaching efforts in the region.
Show Notes:
00:03:46 - From Polo to Elephant Training: A Family's Journey
00:07:09 - Elephant Conservation and Canine Anti-Poaching Programs
00:10:16 - Detection and Tracking: Canine Anti-Poaching Capabilities
00:12:23 - Challenges of Conservation Dog Training in Africa
00:18:42 - Patrolling the Periphery: Combating Poaching in Africa
00:21:14 - Encounters with Poachers in the Miombo Woodland
00:24:23 - Tracking Poachers Through Rugged Terrain
00:27:28 - Tracking Animals for Conservation
00:30:51 - Protecting Wildlife and Communities in Lower Zambezi
00:34:41 - Protecting the Zambezi River and Wildlife
00:36:18 - Promoting Environmental Education and Community Empowerment
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In this episode I'm discussing all things related to activities, money, day trips, and more related to visiting Victoria Falls! It's 100% worth the trip!
