Zimbabwe has been recognised as the world’s best country to visit in year 2025. The honour is presented by Forbes Australia with Kayak while releasing the new ranking.
The Southern African nation has earned the top spot for its breathtaking natural beauty. The recognition considers majestic Victoria Falls to its rich wildlife reserves and mountain landscapes.
Other than Zimbabwe, Morocco is another African country that made to the list. Following closely Lithuania came second and Sri Lanka has been placed third. Both the nations were praised for their cultural depth and scenic diversity.
Lithuania stands out with its medieval charm and serene Baltic coastlines, while Sri Lanka captivates travellers with its tea estates, ancient temples and tropical coastlines.
Nations featured in the list were categorised for offering distinctive blend of tradition, adventure and culinary experiences. The list for 2025 World’s Best Country goes as follows:
- Zimbabwe
- Lithuania
- Sri Lanka
- South Korea
- Argentina
- Morocco
- Norway
- Moldova
- Hong Kong
- Denmark
Furthermore, Forbes noted that the 2025 ranking of World’s Best Country reflected a shift towards immersive, sustainable travel, as more travellers seek destinations that combine authenticity, value and natural wonder.
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Writing about Zimbabwe, Forbes mentioned that it is a mosaic of rugged wild terrain and deep ancestral heritage, where jagged granite outcrops rise above sun-scorched golden plains and skies stretch wide over rustling acacia groves.
The ancient stone city of Great Zimbabwe stands as a powerful reminder of the country’s layered past, its dry-stone walls steeped in centuries-old history.
Meanwhile, at Victoria Falls, the Zambezi crashes into thunderous gorges below ending mist into the air that often catches the sun in fleeting rainbows.
However, the Eastern Highlands offer a quieter scene: think cloud-covered slopes, winding hiking trails and pockets of mist-laced mountain stillness.
But why Zimbabwe? as cities like Bulawayo have seen more than 80% increase in flight searches on Kayak, while Harare has increased by 56% for summer this year.
The categorisation of the states is partly based on insights that were laid out in the company’s Travel Check-in report, this ranking also considers elements such as opportunities for wellness travel, city jumping and low-intensity travel.
Whether chasing auroras or sipping vineyard-born vintages in unexpected gems like Moldova, the long and winding road of 2025 awaits.