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The Rainy Season

November has brought the rainy season and Paradise Flycatchers, Dusky Flycatchers, Golden Breasted Bunting, Miombo Double Collared Sundbird, Yellow White Eye, Bar Throated Apalis and Kurrichane Thrush all sit tight on their nests. The Msasa moth is prolific and nestlings … Continue reading 

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Festival with the best weather and African Music in the World

From midday to 5.00am on Friday and Saturday the rhythms of African music kept thousands dancing on the village green in our tiny village of Chimanimani. And in complete contrast to last year the sun bathed us in perfect warmth.   … Continue reading 

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Paintings by Dee Schafer

 After several months back home in Chimanimani Dee has finally managed to get back to work in her studio attic. Having commissions with deadlines has helped! But also the cottages are now reasonably improved so her plumbing, electrical and general … Continue reading 

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August in Chimanimani

A few tips for those of you planning your trip to Chimanimani over the August Holidays: It is still very cool at night – pack warm gear for evenings. Presently diesel and petrol are available at the filling station in … Continue reading 

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Chimanimani Tourist Association

The Chimanimani Tourist Association (CTA) was re-launched on May 5th 2010. A record number of people attended that opening meeting representing residents, stake holders, Chimanimani Rural Council, Zimbabwe Republic Police, Chimanimani Arts Festival (CAFT) as well as National Parks and … Continue reading 

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May brings the Chimanimani Arts Festival

May is the month of the Chimanimani Arts Festival

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