Private Granitic Heritage Tour by Car in Bulawayo (Full-Day)

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Travel from Bulawayo, the “City of Kings”, once lit by electric street lamps before London. Ride through changing landscapes towards the granite wonderland of Matobo Hills. See massive balancing rocks shaped over millions of years. Walk in the footsteps of ancient San artists who painted here over 13 000 years ago. Hear how each colour was made from earth and plants. Stand at World’s View, where Cecil Rhodes chose his final resting place. Feel the quiet power of sacred shrines still visited by local communities. Watch for wildlife along the trails, including the rare white rhino. Every stop reveals a story carved in stone and tradition.

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Highlights

  • Explore ancient San rock art over 13 000 years old.
  • See giant granite domes and dramatic balancing rocks.
  • Visit World’s View and sacred cultural sites.
  • Private tour with a local guide.

Included

  • Professional local tour guide
  • Transportation
  • Lunch
  • Bottled Water
  • Drinks
  • All Entrance fees

Route & Duration

Duration
Duration
8 hours
  • 1

    Bulawayo

    Your guide collects you from your hotel. Drive through Bulawayo’s historic streets, once lit by electric lamps before London, and head towards the rolling granite landscapes of Matobo Hills.

    30 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Drive to Matobo National Park

    Enjoy scenic countryside views and glimpse rural village life along the way.

    60 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Rhino Tracking on Foot

    Join an armed park ranger to track endangered white rhinos. Learn about conservation efforts while walking in their natural habitat.

    120 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 4

    San Rock Art Shelter

    Step inside a rock shelter adorned with paintings over 13 000 years old. Hear how ancient artists created pigments from stone and plants.

    60 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Balancing Rocks & Granite Domes

    See gigantic granite boulders defying gravity, sculpted by nature over millions of years.

    60 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 6

    World’s View & Historical Graves

    Stand at a spectacular viewpoint. Learn why Cecil Rhodes chose to be buried here and see the surrounding panorama.

    60 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 7

    Return Drive to Bulawayo

    Relax and enjoy the landscapes on your way back to the city.

    90 minutes
    Admission ticket included

Additional Information

Private tour only for your group.

Meeting Point

Guide will offer pick-up and drop-off from Bulawayo city hotels or a central meeting point in Bulawayo.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable.