Zimbabwe eSIM
Count arrival and departure days in your trip length. Estimate your data needs · Trip advice for Zimbabwe
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Plan details · 5 GB, 30 days
- Coverage
- Single country
- Plan type
- Data only
- Network type
- 3G/4G/5G
- Activation
- On network connection
- Hotspot
- Check plan terms
- Top-up
- Available
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Full plan terms, coverage & refunds
Listed network types describe plan support; 4G/5G availability and speeds vary by location and device. Country coverage does not guarantee a signal throughout your route. If you need a specific network or location, confirm it with support before buying.
Refunds: who is eligible and how to request one are set out in our refund policy.
Free eSIM in Zimbabwe — free data for first-time users, claimed in the Wanderly app.
Zimbabwe eSIM plans at a glance
Wanderly lists 6 fixed-data Zimbabwe plans, ranging from 1GB up to 20GB over 7 to 30 days. Prices start at $4.99, and the lowest cost per gigabyte is $2.45/GB on the 20GB 30-day plan.
Unlimited day-passes are also available from $5.99 per day, billed per day rather than per gigabyte. All 11 Zimbabwe data-only plans can be topped up without reinstalling the eSIM.
Calls and SMS depend on the selected plan. Install using the supplied QR code and keep your home number on its own line. Activation timing varies by plan; check your selected plan's terms before purchasing or installing.
How much does a Zimbabwe eSIM cost?
A Zimbabwe eSIM from Wanderly costs $4.99 for 1GB (7 days), $14.99 for 5GB (30 days) and $48.99 for 20GB (30 days), as a one-off price with no subscription. Larger plans cost less per gigabyte: $4.99/GB at 1GB against $2.45/GB at 20GB.
| Data | Validity | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| 3GB | 15 days | $9.99 | $3.33 |
| 5GB | 30 days | $14.99 | $3.00 |
| 10GB | 30 days | $25.99 | $2.60 |
| 20GB | 30 days | $48.99 | $2.45 |
Cheapest current data-only plan at each size, as charged at checkout. Prices follow the live catalogue. Compare Zimbabwe with every country in the eSIM Price Index.
Choose a Zimbabwe eSIM for your itinerary
Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe side
Check which side of Victoria Falls your accommodation and excursions use. A walk or transfer to Livingstone enters Zambia, so verify Zambia coverage if you want one plan for both sides. A Zimbabwe allowance should not be assumed to follow you across the bridge.
Hwange or Mana Pools with lodge transfers
Check the plan's network details for your lodge and save transfer instructions before leaving Victoria Falls or Harare. Do not rely on a Zimbabwe listing for continuous service in a reserve. Arrange a way to contact the lodge independently of your travel data line.
Harare, Bulawayo and a longer visit
Count the days between Harare and Bulawayo as part of the plan's expiry window, even if you use little data while travelling. Check top-up availability and hotspot permission if you will work from family accommodation. Ordinary calls need explicit calling terms, not just a data allowance.
Open the current plan's details before buying: check validity, activation timing, coverage, hotspot rules and any fair-use limits. Calls and texts are included only when stated for that plan.
Zimbabwe eSIM — frequently asked questions
Everything travelers ask before buying a Zimbabwe data plan.
How do I activate my Zimbabwe eSIM?
After purchase you'll receive a QR code by email. Scan it from your phone's cellular settings to install the eSIM. Install over a reliable internet connection, then follow the activation instructions supplied with your plan.
Does my phone support eSIM in Zimbabwe?
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Support varies by exact model and the country where the phone was sold, so check your model and regional variant in our compatibility checker before buying.
Can I keep my regular phone number?
Yes. The eSIM runs as a second line alongside your physical SIM card, so your home number stays on the phone for calls and texts while mobile data comes from the eSIM. Your home carrier may still apply roaming charges to calls and texts; disable data roaming and automatic data switching on the home line.
Do plans for Zimbabwe include calls and texts?
Not here yet. These plans are data-only, so keep your home SIM active for calls and texts, or use WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps over the eSIM's data. We do sell plans that include a phone number for many other destinations.
How much does an eSIM for Zimbabwe cost?
Plans start from $4.99 on Wanderly, depending on the selected data allowance and duration. Check the available plans above for the current total price and coverage.
When does my plan start?
Most plans begin when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Zimbabwe or the covered region. Activation rules can vary, so check the instructions for your selected plan before installing or turning it on.
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