Schools
We offer courses that prioritise outdoor activities as a way to teach children valuable lessons and skills. Our challenges provide a fun and engaging way for children to learn important skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, creativity, and social skills. They also offer valuable life lessons. ​​
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Specialised
We craft customised experiences for sports, work, government, and NGO teams with a focus on providing challenging, fun, and safe experiences. We utilise mountains as metaphors for personal and team growth. Join us for inspiring activities and an unforgettable experience.​​​​​​​​​​
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Management
Our outdoor mountain centre is the ideal setting for a comprehensive management program that offers challenging experiences. We prioritise developing team skills and fostering a collaborative environment. We can customise the program to suit your management needs and schedules.
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Learn2Outdoors
Our mountain centre aims to be the leading adventure capital in Southern Africa, offering a variety of professionally run activities and learning opportunities. From learning to kayak to learning to climb, there is something for every adventurous soul. Get qualified today.
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Stay With Us
Stay with us and Wild Nyanga. From camping to the luxury Skydeck. We offer custom courses and experiences. Whether you're seeking a challenge, fun, or a longer adventure. Strengthen your bonds while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains.
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Events
We aim to challenge people of all ages to step out of their comfort zone by participating in various outdoor events such as SkyRun Zim, The Mountains and Rivers Festival, and training camps. Get in touch with us for more information.
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FIND YOUR COURSE
ABC Programe
Grade: 4-5
4 Nights
Learn about our natural world from soil to the birds all the while surrounded by the rivers, waterfalls and mountains of Aberfoyle Lodge.
Excursions to Tea Factory.
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Venturer
Grade 6-7
5 nights
Adventure challenges, outdoor learning focused on growth, team work and fun. Ropes Courses, Ziplines, Games, Wild Visits, Hiking, Wild Camping, River Bugging and more. Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.
Venturer Leadership
Upper 6
5 Nights
Teaching young leaders effective skills in team work and leadership through challenges and adventure pursuits. Run either at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre or Aberfoyle Lodge
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Wilderness Builder
Form 1 - 3
5 nights
Focusing on team building and individual growth through bigger challenges, higher heights, more learning and fun. This programme allows participants to discover more while building confidence. Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre
Wilderness Leader
Form 4-6
6 Nights
Our Flagship adventure programme. Focussing on in-depth growth involving in centre and expedition challenges. Designed for personal learning, team challenges, growing bonds and leadership. Based at the Mountain Centre and on our Turaco Trail.
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Prefects/Stewards
A leadership programe
5 Nights
Short and Intensive team build / Leadership course with a planning and strategising aspect. Based at The Mountain Centre or Aberfoyle Lodge.
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Teacher team build
Teachers/Heads of schools
3 Nights
Focussing on building ideas and relationships through challenges and strategy we believe learning never stops. This course is designed around your groups needs and goals Based at the Mountain Centre
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Custom Programe
All
3-7 nights
We believe that each group is different and we cater for all based on your individual group needs. Get in touch and we will gladly set up a meeting to see how best we can meet your goals. Based at the Mountain Centre, on our Turaco Trail, or Aberfoyle Lodge
Sports Team
Sports Team
4 Nights
This programme builds individual and team cohesiveness through a variety of challenges, games, strategy meetings and training. Use this as a spring board for the season, world cup, olympics or event. Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.
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Captains
All Captains
4 nights
We use metaphors and challenges to teach all captains or leaders about themselves and how to cope in different situations. Learn from us and from each other as you navigate this programme. Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.
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Duke Of Edinburgh
All
5 Nights
Through our association with the Duke of Edinburgh awards scheme Far and Wide is able to provide awards for the bronze, silver and gold award in the adventurous journey categories. Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre or Turaco Trail
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IGCSE O/A Level Geography/ Physical Ed
Geography O / A Level
5 nights
Our location/mountain centre and variety of learning opportunities makes this course ideal for geography learners to get hands on with a variety of geographic feature that make up the syllabus Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.
Corporate Team-Building
Corporate Teams
3 - 4 Nights
Far and Wide offers a luxury conferencing facility in a peaceful environment so that you can get the important stuff done. Combined with our world-class team-building activities there is no better way to ensure that your strategy, session will be highly effective.
We can tailor-make your strategy weekend and teambuilding experience to suit your company perfectly.
Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.​​​
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Top Teams
Your Team
3-5 nights
Get your Team to the Top on a journey of fun filled, exciting challenges. Set off along the Turaco Trail (Zimbabwe's most beautiful wilderness hiking trail) with a clear goal of getting to the top of Zimbabwe! Can you do it? Will you achieve your goal? What challenges will you face along the way? Who will need your help? How will you cope?
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Big Five Team Leadership
Your Team
5 Nights
Take on the challenge of tracking Africa's Big 5 on foot through the African bush. We offer a choice of several venues throughout southern Africa.
Enjoy a series of carefully designed debrief sessions under the African skies. Participants will gain a greater awareness of key leadership and team concepts. We will draw on each of the participants' experiences in tracking the Big 5 and emphasise the powerful metaphorical connections in leadership and teamwork.
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Full Day Team Build
Your Team One Day
1 Day
Our full day team-build starts at 8:00 at Far and Wide. We start with teamwork through team play. These consist of our in-house developed team building games developed over the last 30 years. The team then has a tea followed by the Giant Swing and Pamper pole. After a delicious lunch the team goes for a guided walk to the SkyWalk and SkyLine where they conquer their fears and breakthrough mental limitations. After these exhilarating activities, the team will debrief on their shared experiences.
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Learn2Kayak
1-10 people
3 - 4 Nights
Weather you are wanting to explore and start kayaking or an experienced Kayaker we have a programme for you from Grade 1 to Grade 4 rivers and experienced guides guide you along your journey. Start it today by getting in touch with us .
Based at the Far and Wide Mountain Centre.​​​
Learn2Climb
1-10 people
3-5 nights
Rock climbing is an international olympic sport and a great way to explore new destinations taking you to unexplored places in beautiful destinations. Start your rock climbing journey with us today. We will teach you from amateur and beyond. We also have a new rock climbing adventure in the capital Harare so your journey can continue wherever you are.
Learn2Mountain Skills
1-10 people
3-5 Nights
Take on our Learn2navigate Camp with us at our Mountain Centre. Learn how to read maps, terrain, how to navigate your way through the mountains, safety all with our professional guides. This course is an intense practical and material based programme.
Learn2Mountain leader
1-10 people
5 Day
Get ready to conquer the mountains with our amazing team of experienced and friendly professionals! Our Mountain Leader Assessment program is designed to provide you with an exciting atmosphere where you can perform at your peak, learn a ton, and have a blast all week long! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to achieve your goals and have the adventure a lifetime!
Family Programme
Your Family or Friends
1 - 4 Days
We Are a family-run and developed company and believe family is one of the most important parts of our world. Building these bonds through experiences and challenges is both memorable and long-lasting. Spend the day with us on a day activity or a longer hike. We can tailor-make a programme for you. Get in touch and let's talk about it.
Events
Your Family or Friends
1 - 4 Days
Far and Wide Zimbabwe has invested in outdoor events to get individuals out of their comfort zone for a bit of challenging fun. From Sky Run Zim, Zimbabwe's first ultra mountain run - a pioneering world-class event - to our Mountains and Rivers Festival and Mountain Biking event. Get in touch to find out more
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Outdoor Activities
Your Family or Friends
1 Day
Far and Wide aims to be the outdoor capital of Africa with our Mountain Centre at the heart of everything. We have several exciting and adventurous activities from rock climbing to rafting. What does your adventurous spirit feel like doing, Get in touch, and let's make it happen.
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Stay With us
Your Family or Friends
2 nights minimum
From our self-catering cottages to the luxury SkyDeck Mountain Retreat and Zenguelemo Island Lodge we have a variety of different options for you to explore and enjoy. Our New Mountain Centre will also be open for bookings and events. Get in touch to find out more
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Why Far and Wide Zimbabwe
Far and Wide is a leading Southern African Mountain training and leadership centre. With roots in adventure activities, education, and a heritage of people leadership. Whether it is a mountain programme you are after or you want to start a career in the outdoors Far and Wide is the place for you.
