Explore Zimbabwe

Customized African Adventures: Guided by a Local Passionate, Private Safari Guide

Do you need a private guide?

Traveling to a new destination can be daunting, and Zimbabwe presents unique challenges without a proper online presence. However, if done right, it can offer the most wild and authentic safari experience of your life.

Don’t miss out on any hidden gems or waste the potential of your trip. Let Mitch Riley Private Safari Guide help you plan and advise, ensuring you have a safe and breathtaking journey through one this beautiful country.

Raw, wild beauty

Mitch with Ele

Thank you Mitchell Riley Pro Guide & Photography for some amazing photos and an even more amazing trip around Zimbabwe. We had soooo much fun – great sightings, food, and laughs! Already planning the next one ❤

Nancy Fantom & Hugh Davis

Looking back, I’m struck by the raw beauty of this wonderful country and reminded of the incredibly fond memories I made. What a privilege to have visited and met people do passionate about protecting this nature and wildlife. I hope I’ll get to go back some day not too far in the future. Thank you so much Mitch Riley for making our stay in Mana Pools so memorable. ❤

Greenwood family

I would like to thank you again for everything you have done for us in the last few days, everything you have shown us and explained with so much patience. I enjoyed every single minute and I will not forget it. I caught my first fish with you and made my first walking safari. Very exciting! I never thought I would feel so safe and in good hands! You are a fantastic guide, the best. THANKS SO MUCH!

Irene Wimmer

Spent an absolutely bloody brilliant 5 days in Mana Pools…a big up the man himself Mitch, not just for sharing your knowledge, keeping us safe and finding us all the amazing sightings making our dreams come true but also for your pizza making skills and pure bantz, hands down the best pro guide in Africa.

Amy Goodwright

Plan your trip by:

occasion, activities, specific species or location

Preplanned Adventures

Leave it up to us to professionally tailor a customised safari perfect for your specific interests.

ALL FOUR CORNERS

 

Cross country overland adventure to four major parks. Unparalled experience emersed deep in the Zimbabwean bush.

 

LADIES TRIP

 

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MATUSADONA TRECK

 

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CLIFFS & GIANTS

 

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Top Locations

Plan your trip based around desired destinations.

Everyone has varying priorities on safari. Some have specific areas/sights they wish to tick off and others are after a select species, i.e. wild dogs or pitters. Tell us your unmissable requests and allow us to help you plan. Alternatively just pick your most suited dates and we’ll recommend locations that work best for that time of year.

Mana blue haze with elephant

Mana Pools National Park

UNESCO World Heritage Site

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One of the world’s wildest and best preserved natural ecological areas.

Mana blue haze with elephant

Gonarezhou National Park

"Place for Elephants"

Home to an estimated 11,000 elephants

Mana blue haze with elephant

Kariba & Matusadonna

Largest man-made dam

Stunning backdrop and invigorating fishing

Mana blue haze with elephant

Victoria & Hwange

"The Smoke that Thunders

Largest Zimbabwean national park

Photography:

Permanently freezing priceless encounters and experiences.

Always ready and equipped, Mitch Riley Private Safari Guide is here to capture your holiday memories in the most authentic and captivating way. Whether you want to stay fully immersed in the moment or focus on photography, Mitch has got you covered. With his expertise and advice on camera settings, he will ensure you get that award-winning shot while staying safe.

Need help tracking specific species like wild dogs? Mitch will guide you to the perfect position, making sure you don’t miss a single moment of Africa’s untamed beauty. Trust Mitch Riley to provide you with a tailor-made safari experience whether you are a professional photographer or beginner or you would just appriciate him documenting your trip.

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