Frequently asked questions about cycling around the world
We often get questions about the trips we made, the sort of bikes we use etc. etc. We have collected these questions and the answers on these pages. However, if you have a question about ‘cycling around the world’ you’re always welcome to ask! .
FAQ’s about Zimbabwe
Are there any bikeshops in Zimbabwe where we could buy a mountainbike?
Vic Falls, Harare and Bulawayo are probably the best places to do so. In these town there are also bikes available for rent. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
“I’ll be doin some biking in Botswana and Zimbabwe this June. I realise that you guys took the public transport from Bulawayo to Victoria Falls. My intention was to cycle from Francistown across the border to Bulawayo, and then up to Vic Falls……is this advisable? How’s the terrain and route from Bulawayo to Vic Falls? Any advice you can give?
Cycling from Bulawayo to Vic Falls is no problem although places to stay may be few. The road is good but not very wide (no shoulder). But traffic is light…. But also the terrain may be not very exciting; mostly scrubs and small trees. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
I’m considering an organised biketrip to Zimbabwe but this tour does not visit all the places I want to go. Is Zimbabwe a country where you can plan a trip yourself and can travel safely independent?
Yes, there is really no need to travel in a group if you don’t want. Zimbabwe was probably one of the easiest countries in Africa to cycle! Unfortunately things changed in the last years. It’s wise to enquire about the local situation before setting off on a trip. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
Isn´t there a risk to run into wild animals during the night?
The chance of running into a wild animal is not high. Most game can be found in the national parks where cycling is not allowed. In Hwange NP where we camped the canpsite has an electrical fence to keep wild animals out. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
Did you always have the time to reach a lodge, hotel or camground?
On two ocassions we had to improvise. At Filabusi, on the Masvingo Bulaway road, we camped at the policestation and on the road from Beitbridge ro Masvingo we stayed one night for a small fee at a regional training centre. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
Generally what were your exeriences regarding entry of Zimbabwes National Parks by bike (particularly Hwange), i.e. can you take them in, or alternatively are there secure places to keep the bikes?
NP are generally off limits to cyclists! I’m not sure this is really enforced by park wardens.. It’s possible to cycle the first miles through Hwange to the Visitors Centre. There are no gates, checkpoints etc. But beware of the fact that elephants, lions and rhinos are often seen along this part of the raod. It’s possible to hire a pickup-truck in one of the villages along the main Bul-Vic Falls road the get to the park VC. Beyond the VC cycling is really not possible and we think not a good idea.
We camped at Hwange and left our bikes locked to a tree on the campsite while touring the park. No problem. Everything is well guarded and fenced. ( Keyword : zimbabwe )
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