Hiking In The Mountains With An Armed Guide | Zimbabwe | Overlanding Africa In Our Land Rover

[@fireandforge]

28 years ago I back packed Zim. Spent 3/4 weeks hiking solo through the Chimanimani. Ended up at Nyanga along the Gairezi River. Found a fisherman's cabin next to a waterfall almost identical to that one you stayed in. Stayed there for a week. One of the most beautiful places I have ever been. Wonder if it's still there. Zimbabwe is truly a beautiful country.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

We agree, it is such a stunning place!

[@flaviavantilburg7720]

Tessa's Pool!!😍☺️

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Oooh yeah!! 🙌☺️

[@fungaimagumise4360]

Your wife is tough as nails,she never complains one bit...thanks for showing our half decent zimbabwe to the world ❤❤❤

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much for this! I read your comment to Harry 🤣 means a lot! We really enjoyed our time in Zim!

[@michaelking9254]

Now this is a place I remember well. I did an outward bound course here in 1969 over a two week period. Tessa’s pool was located very close to our camp so we swam in the pool every day as well as completed many exercises dreamt up by the instructors such as raft building and team competitions. We did a three day hike up the top which was just too beautiful.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

That’s amazing! We met some of the groups from Outward Bound while we were in the area. Thank you for your comment 🙌☺️

[@shaunmoller2997]

Epic scenery nice content jip Zim so beautiful take care

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you! Chimanimani is such a beautiful place 🙌

[@trevorlandy152]

Have not heard piet my vrou (red chested cuckoo) for absolute ages. Enjoying your videos and nice to see you both getting used to the camera - ysses!! Also like the stills in your episodes!

[@TheLandyExpedition]

No we haven’t! Thanks so much, means a lot ☺️

[@TitusNdekere]

Hi I saw your car today while in a matatu in Kenya Nairobi CBD it looked interesting due to the number plate and bags so I marked the name and searched it online and found your channel keep up the good work

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Haha no way! Our KZbin videos are a little behind ☺️

[@andrevantonder6895]

Awesome video and beautiful rock formations. The waterfalls and pools looked amazing 👌

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much, it’s such a beautiful place ☺️

[@calsurflance5598]

I bet the dip in the pool was welcome after that hike!👌

[@TheLandyExpedition]

It was lovely!!

[@brentcraddock7169]

Awesome vid, brought back so many memories. My sister and I were talking about our trip there a few months ago when I was in NZ visiting family. We were there in 93. Took the wrong path at the top of the escarpment and ended up camping in grass in Mozambique past Southern lakes. My flip flops broke half way up the escarpment, no sleeping bag or tent.Only a pot, 1.5 kgs of raw steak , and some veges for a stew.Ran out of water. The English couple we conned into coming with us to split the cost of a ride to the start of the hike were not happy. She cried most of the night. We had leopard calling out all around us.All I could think was they want me and my steak We back tracked in the morning to the top of the escarpment. We saw guys carrying up 118kg bottles of gas for the cabin. Got directions off them. Back then the cabin had gas hot rings and flush toilets. A hike never to be forgotten. Was nice to cook the steak

[@TheLandyExpedition]

That is a crazy story!

[@rickypermall7111]

Love your channel!!

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you so much!!

[@ncubesays]

I love that you are _really_ exploring the countries you've been to so far. I have plenty of Chimanimani memories, Tessa's pool in particular. I also recommend nearby Chirinda forest. Proper old growth forest with ancient trees and amazing hiking trails.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you. That’s wonderful, we’ll have to check Chirinda out, thank you for the recommendation 🙌

[@tipipulkkinen]

Thanks guys for the excellent video! I’m turning green with envy. Super cool!

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@12kerryman]

Hi guys. Been watching this channel for years now, really enjoy the vibe and the adventures. This video is special the landscapes how it was shot are just spectacular. If you will permit me one comment I notice sometimes you drive with firewood on the bonnet, please be careful in case it comes through the windscreen one day in a collision or accident. Please understand where this is coming from. Hope you guys enjoy the craic in Zimbabwe. Best wishes and safe travels.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much for your comment and your support! We appreciate your advice. All the best ☺️🙌

[@the_wildlife_travelers]

Wow! What an epic trip through Zimbabwe! Thank you very much for your incredble impressions! We will be back in Zimbabwe in the fall and incorporate your suggestions into our planing.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank so much! So glad we can help with some of your planning ☺️

[@MikeLangfordGoogle]

Excellent!

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you ☺️

[@tafadzwamabuto7890]

I love chimanimani

[@TheLandyExpedition]

So do we ☺️

[@VaughanMunro-js4nr]

Another Great Video ❤ Love the Amazing Scenery.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you ☺️

[@stevestott1514]

Wow so miss my time in Zimbabwe . It’s such a beautiful and awesome country . Cheers to you both for spending the time to enjoy each country you visit .and thanks sooo much for taking us along for the ride ( hiking 😁 ) great video of the countryside your in . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🍻👍🏼😁🌍…also liked both the sort videos as well 😁

[@TheLandyExpedition]

We loved Zimbabwe, what a beautiful country! Thanks so much for your comment ☺️

[@stevestott1514]

@@TheLandyExpedition …🍻😁👍🏼

[@mutape4196]

Beautiful . Thank you for sharing.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you for watching ☺️

[@s.wvazim6517]

Well done team 😊get out and explore

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@stuartrollings602]

Howdy Landies! Thanks folks! Nice hike! Was the guard protecting you from wild animals or people? Be well n saddleup!🤠🇺🇸🇨🇱🥃

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you, he was protecting us from people who illegally gold mine in the areas

[@maphirimutshutshu2128]

Beautiful episode

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you ☺️

[@danbastiaansen2795]

Thank you for another great video. Could you tell us a bit about your chairs?

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much, here is the link to our chairs. They are from Front Runner - www.frontrunneroutfitters.com/en/uk/front-runner-expander-chair.html?affiliate_code=thelandyexpedition&referring_service=link

[@tzhepiezo1]

Howzit… thanks for the great content. We love the boots… would you mind sharing a link for those interested? 😊

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thanks so much, here’s the link www.altberg.co.uk/boots/military-boots/desert-tabbing-boot1

[@retnav92]

Nice episode. Did your armed guide stay nearby during the night...just in case? Looking forward to the next episode. 😎👍

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Thank you! Yes, he did. There is a separate hut on the mountain not far from where we stayed ☺️

[@thebuffalooverlander]

Did I hear Harry say “JUSSIS” 😂😂😂

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Hahaha yes you did 😂😂

[@thebuffalooverlander]

@@TheLandyExpedition that’s brilliant 😂😂🙌🙌🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@edwinchege3795]

I saw you guys in Kenya today

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Haha no way!!

[@michaelabottger6885]

Ive stayed there twice for a school trip. Miss home so much. Where are you off to next in zim??

[@michaelabottger6885]

You should stay at gonarezhou national park. Its amazing very scenic and loads of wild life. Just be aware tho.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Ahh awesome!! Probably north from Chimanimani ☺️

[@michaelabottger6885]

So so jealous. Have a lovely time x 😃

[@TheLandyExpedition]

@@michaelabottger6885 thank you so much ☺️

[@DRDOverland]

This looks amazing, definately on my to do list. How was the weather ?

[@TheLandyExpedition]

It was awesome! The weather was great 🙌

[@wanderwild810]

For interest sake, did you reach , the highest peak? Did'nt see that part? But well done.

[@TheLandyExpedition]

The highest point we got to was the hut?! Did we miss something 😬😂 Thank you ☺️

[@grahames9228]

Does the armed guard have his own hut or just sets up a tent?

[@TheLandyExpedition]

Yes, he stayed in his own hut not far from us.

[@DANIELRUELASBAUTISTA]

Hi

[@TheLandyExpedition]

👋

[@basildavidson4597]

👍🏻

[@TheLandyExpedition]

🙌

[@tafadzwamabuto7890]

I love chimanimani

[@TheLandyExpedition]

☺️