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At a glance

  • Lake Kariba is one of the largest man-made lakes in the world
  • Matusadona is home to all the Big Five, including critically endangered black rhino
  • Both park and lake are known for their exceptional birdlife
  • For a truly exhilarating experience, explore the park on foot on a guided walking safari
  • Enjoy a cruise on Lake Kariba, renowned for its spectacular sunsets

Overview

With over 1,800 kilometres of shoreline, Lake Kariba is the largest man-made lake in the world in terms of volume and was formed when the Zambezi River was dammed at Kariba Gorge in the 1950s. The lake hosts a number of fish species, including the magnificent tigerfish, a thrilling catch for avid anglers. It also has one of the highest populations of hippo and crocodile in Africa and an abundance of water birds, including fish eagles and cormorants.

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