As previously mentioned, a very large part of my trip to Zim consisted of visiting my soon-to-be brother- and sister-in-laws, who live in Bulawayo. They were determined to show me around (which was very well executed on their part) and part of that involved Matobo National Park, located just south of Bulawayo. It is the burial ground of the famous Cecil John Rhodes, and the home of many ancient rock paintings, caves and rock formations; not to mention the wildlife. We did a short and very enjoyable hike to Bambata cave, where we saw some amazing rock paintings, and then followed it up with a "braai" (aka, bring a grill and cook up some sausage) on one of the dams. Along the way, we saw hippos, egyptian geese and waterbuck. Unfortunately, no sightings of giraffe this time, nor the famous rhino, which is known to also live in Matopos. Guess we'll have to wait for next time for the rhino-watching. As it is a known home for rhino, there are extensive precautions taken against poaching there, one which included a sign at the entrance to the game reserve stating that those who appear suspicious for poaching may be shot on site.
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