The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos, zebras, and many other species.

Hwange National Park was established in 1928 as a game reserve and was later upgraded to a national park in 1961. The park is named after a local Nhanzwa chief, Hwange Rosumbani, who used to live in the area.

One of the main attractions of the park is the large population of elephants that can be found here. The park is estimated to have over 40,000 elephants, making it one of the largest elephant populations in the world.

Hwange National Park also offers a range of activities for visitors, including game drives, guided walks, and bird watching. The park has several camps and lodges for visitors to stay in, ranging from luxury lodges to more affordable options.

Despite being a popular tourist destination, Hwange National Park faces several challenges, including poaching, human-wildlife conflict, and habitat destruction. Efforts are being made to address these issues and ensure the long-term sustainability of the park and its wildlife.