CHIMANIMANI IN PICTURES
From ancient rock paintings and mountain gorges to waterfalls, forest trails, and abseiling — every day of the programme is an adventure.
MORE THAN A HOLIDAY
This unique experience combines adventure, nature, culture, and hands-on learning, designed especially for homeschool families and small groups. Because the best lessons happen in nature.
LEARNING THROUGH ADVENTURE
Each day in Chimanimani covers real curriculum subjects through lived experience — not textbooks.
Indigenous forests, plants, trees, medicinal plants, and mountain vegetation.
Birds, insects, animal signs, and local fauna.
Mountains, rocks, erosion, rivers, valleys, and landscapes.
Water systems, ecosystems, biodiversity, and conservation.
Ancient rock art, local history, and culture.
Navigation, hiking, mountain safety, campcraft, and expedition skills.
Teamwork, leadership, communication, resilience, and problem-solving.
THE 7-DAY PROGRAMME
A day-by-day journey through Chimanimani — from arrival to summit and back, with every night at The Stonehouse or under the stars.
TRAVEL DAY
Arrive in Chimanimani, settle into The Stonehouse Shangri-La, meet your guides and group, and get to know the area. Evening welcome, safety briefing, and introduction to the week’s adventures.
OVERNIGHT: THE STONEHOUSEBRIDAL VEIL FALLS • PORK PIE • PICNIC LUNCH
Hike through indigenous forests to Bridal Veil Falls and Pork Pie. Learn about trees, plants, birds, insects, tracks, geology, and conservation. Picnic lunch halfway. Return to Stonehouse for dinner.
OVERNIGHT: THE STONEHOUSE
THE GORGE WALK • ANCIENT ROCK PAINTINGS • TESSA’S POOL
Explore the gorge, discover ancient rock paintings, learn their history and significance, and enjoy Tessa’s Pool. Packed lunch included. Return to Stonehouse for dinner.
OVERNIGHT: THE STONEHOUSETHE GREAT MOUNTAIN EXPEDITION BEGINS
Pack, hike, and set up camp. Learn mountain skills, navigation, weather, flora, fauna, water sources, campcraft, and teamwork. Campfire stories and a night under the stars.
OVERNIGHT: MOUNTAIN CAMP (NIGHT 1)THE BIG ADVENTURE
Hike to summit Mount Peza (2,152 m). Learn about altitude, geology, weather, birdlife, and ecosystems. Celebrate at the summit, then return to camp.
OVERNIGHT: MOUNTAIN CAMP (NIGHT 2)THE RETURN JOURNEY
Observe changing ecosystems on the descent. Return to Stonehouse for hot showers, a hearty meal, and a final evening celebration. Junior Explorer Certificates awarded.
OVERNIGHT: THE STONEHOUSETRAVEL HOME
Enjoy a final breakfast, photographs, and goodbyes before heading home — with new knowledge, confidence, friendships, and unforgettable memories.
All meals included: Breakfast • Lunch • Picnic/Packed Lunches • Dinner. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
FOR EVERY YOUNG ADVENTURER
Complete the challenges, earn your certificate, and take home a lifetime of skills. Every child who completes the programme receives their Junior Chimanimani Explorer certificate — a tangible record of a real achievement in the mountains.
Junior Chimanimani Explorer
Complete challenges • Earn your certificate • Take home a lifetime of skills.
YOUR HOME BASE
An unforgettable adventure starts and ends here — comfortable, welcoming, and perfectly placed for everything Chimanimani has to offer.
ALSO AT THE STONEHOUSE
The Stonehouse is a natural home for any kind of gathering. Whether you are planning a creative workshop, a wellness retreat, or a shared outdoor adventure, we would love to host you.
A calm, distraction-free space for creative, educational, or professional workshops. Small group sizes keep things personal and productive.
SMALL GROUPS
Step away from the everyday. The Stonehouse offers a peaceful base for wellness, spiritual, or creative retreats surrounded by Chimanimani’s mountains and forests.
IMMERSIVE STAYS
Combine your stay with guided hikes, gorge walks, abseiling, birding, and waterfall excursions. We can help arrange activities for your group.
OUTDOOR EXPERIENCESWHAT WE OFFER
We keep things simple and personal. Tell us what you have in mind and we will put together the right arrangement for your group.
Share your dates, group size, and what you have in mind. We will come back to you with everything you need to make it happen.
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