Half-Day Matobo Hills Cave Expedition & Ancient Rock Art Tour
Discover Ancient San Rock Art: Exclusive Guided Cave Tour in Matobo Hills
Step into Nswatugi Cave and White Rhino Shelter to witness Africa's most spectacular prehistoric rock art. This intimate half-day tour explores Zimbabwe's UNESCO treasures with expert local guides sharing ancestral knowledge.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Small groups (8 max) for personalized attention
- Two premier rock art sites with San and Ndebele cultural insights
- Exclusive viewpoint stop with gourmet refreshments (quiche, sandwiches, seasonal fruits)
- Complimentary drinks with freshly made popcorn.
- Morning and afternoon tour options available
- Conservation contribution included in every booking
Our guides reveal stories behind these 13,000-year-old masterpieces while you capture perfect photos. After exploring, relax at our private granite viewpoint overlooking Matobo's iconic landscape.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, photographers, and families seeking authentic cultural experiences.
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Half-Day Matobo Hills Cave Expedition & Ancient Rock Art Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Half-Day Matobo Hills Cave Expedition & Ancient Rock Art Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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1️⃣ Nswatugi Cave - Famous for its well-preserved San rock paintings dating back thousands of years, featuring detailed wildlife scenes and hunting depictions
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2️⃣ White Rhino Shelter - Notable rock art site with distinctive paintings including the rare white rhino depictions, giving visitors insight into ancient cultural practices and wildlife that historically inhabited the region.
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3️⃣ Matobo Hills Granite Landscapes - The distinctive granite kopjes and balancing rocks that form the iconic UNESCO World Heritage landscape
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Indulge in our delicious selection of homemade treats during the scenic drive, including freshly baked savory quiche, buttered popcorn, and a seasonal fruit platter featuring locally sourced produce.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our guide will arrive at your accommodation in Bulawayo at the scheduled pickup time. Look for a vehicle marked with our logo and a guide holding a sign with your name. Please be ready in the lobby/reception area of your accommodation 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. If you're staying outside the Bulawayo city center, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance to arrange pickup. Additional charges may apply for locations more than 10km from the city center.
Meeting / End Points
- Meet at Matobo Hills National Park main entrance gate 15 minutes before the tour starts. Your guide will be at the ticket office with a sign. Please bring your booking confirmation. For assistance call 0775876661.
