Why go
- Place in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe.
- Served by Kariba Airport (KAB).
History
Kariba is a resort town in Mashonaland West province, Zimbabwe, located close to the Kariba Dam at the north-eastern end of Lake Kariba, near the Zambian border. According to the 2022 Population Census, the town had a population of 27,600.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.
Milder and quieter, with better value.
The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Kariba Airport (KAB); 19 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Lake Kariba Ferries, 0.6 km).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Kariba. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.