The caves of Chinoyi

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The Chinhoyi Caves are a group of caves near the town of Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. They are located approximately 8 km north of the town of Chinhoyi, and km north-west of Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.

The Chinhoyi Caves are the most extensive cave system in Zimbabwe that the public can access, and were designated a National Park in   The Mystery of the Chinhoyi Caves. by Intern. Init is said, the first white man came across the marvel of the Chonhoyi Caves (Click here to view tours which pass by these caves).

His name was Frederick Selous. Chinhoyi Caves has a visitors’ centre with observation hides and nature trails and offers information booklets making it an ideal location for school visits. The wetland is also used as a camping site and recreation facility.

Scuba diving is a big recreational activity in the caves, which brings many visitors both local and international.

Book now. Tour Highlights. The Chinhoyi Caves (previously the Sinoia Caves) are a group of limestone and dolomite caves in north central Zimbabwe. Since they are designated as a National Park and managed by the Zimbabwe Parks & Wildlife Management Authority. Chinhoyi caves represents an ancient set of caves that were used as a hideout druing tribal wars.

It has tunnels leading from one cave to another and all lead to the main cave where the roof is open. No one knows how deep the main pool is. It is an incredible blue colour and 4/5(77).

Chief Chinhoyi and his followers used the Caves as a refuge from raiding tribes such as the Matebele. Until a few years ago the remains of Chief Chinhoyi’s grain bins could be seen in some of the underground passages.

The Chinhoyi Caves (previously the Sinoia Caves) are a group of limestone and dolomite caves in north central Zimbabwe. Designated a National Park inand managed by the Zimbabwe Parks & Wildlife Management Authority. Location. The caves are located in Makonde District.

Chinhoyi (formerly Sinoia) Caves is a National Monument and in was designated as a Recreational Park. The cave is known to the Africans as Chirorodziwa, which means the "Pool of the Fallen".It is believed by local communities that the caves were used as a refuge by a bandit called Nyamakwere, who murdered many victims by throwing them into the Silent Pool.

The Tayos caves (Cueva de los Tayos) reached worldwide attention in when Erich von Däniken released his bestselling and controversial book The Gold of the Gods, in which he claimed that Argentinian-Hungarian entrepreneur Juan Moricz discovered gold, unusual sculptures, and a library of metal tablets in a series of artificial tunnels.

The Mystery of the Chinhoyi Caves. av av de Intern. Init is said, the first white man came across the marvel of the Chonhoyi Caves (Cliquez ici to view tours which pass by these caves). His name was Frederick Selous. Chinhoyi Caves Motel.

This place is right at the caves. It is owned by zimparks. Sometimes difficult to get them via phone. If you get stranded in Chinhoyi, this is the place to go. Right at the caves.

Sunrise Lodges. Sunrise Guest House accommodation is very close to Chinhoyi caves. It is located in the Orange Grove suburbs.

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Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Reviews: 1. Zimbabwe: Chinhoyi Caves - the Silent Pool of the Fallen. Harare — THE silence as one descends into the intricate network of caves is both eerie and profound, yet the grottos and the huge. Chinhoyi Caves Accommodation.

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Chinhoyi Caves is regarded to be on a par with some of the best dive sites in the world and has fantastic visibility. There are tunnels leading off Sleeping Pool and Dark Cave. Chinhoyi Caves Motel is undoubtedly the best place to stay in Chinhoyi, with comfortable and friendly accommodation, conveniently located just along the A1 highway that links Harare to Chirundu.

The hotel is only eight minutes away from Chinhoyi town and a walking distance from the Caves/ TripAdvisor reviews. Details of Chinhoyi Caves.

An extensive limestone cave system with a colourful history, Chinhoyi Caves is fast becoming a popular tourist destination. The twisting tunnels and vast underground chambers are complimented by unfathomably deep blue waters with enchanting names such as The Sleeping Pool and Wonder Hole.

Located between Harare and Mana Pools, the caves are a perfect short stop on your trip. Chinhoyi Caves Situated in northern Zimbabwe, 76 miles ( kms) North West of Harare. Chinoyi Caves (formerly known as Sinoia Caves) have long been a popular stop off point for travellers on their way to Kariba, campers and day visitors from Harare enjoying a picnic.

Explore Chinhoyi holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. | Situated km northwest of Harare, Chinhoyi is the capital of the Mashonaland West Province.

It's a pleasant enough town, most known on the tourist circuit for its nearby caves that make a good place to stop en route to Kariba or one of the national parks. Get the full experience and book a tour. Chinhoyi Caves Excursion.

US$,47 per adult. More info. Quick View. 2 Nights Kariba House Boat Experience. US$1 ,59 per adult. More info. Quick View. Chinhoyi Caves,Lake Kariba 5 nights guided tour.

US$2 ,00 per adult. More info. Quick View. 5 Day Mana Pools - Kariba Safari. US$2 ,95 per adult 4/5(77).Explore the most extensive accessible cave system in Zimbabwe at Chinhoyi Caves. The cave provides breathtaking scenes with its limestone and dolomite features.

See the main cave, accessible as you descend, with its pool of deep, crystal-clear blue water. Although swimming is not allowed, diving and.Scuba divers looking for deep water cave diving opportunities must consider exploring the charted–and uncharted–sites in the exotic Chinhoyi Caves of Zimbabwe.

Geogaphically, the Chinhoyi Caves are situated about miles from Zimbabwe’s capital city of Harare (Coordinates: Latitude 17°° S; Longitude 30° E).