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The Definitive Hwange National Park Safari Guide

LAST UPDATED: 7/10/24 – Hwange National Park Safari Guide

Africa is blessed to have a wealth of incredible and beautiful national parks for visitors to go on safari. I have been blessed to have visited four different African nations and have gone on safari in nine different national parks and game reserves during my travel, so I have seen many of these incredible parklands.

While I enjoyed each park for its own unique reasons, one adventure that has always stood out to me is my Hwange National Park safari. Named after a local Nhanzwa chief, the area was designated a national park all the way back in 1929. Since then, it has been one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries for the continent’s incredible native species of animals.

Hwange is Renowned for its Elephant Herds

Renowned for having some of the largest elephant herds in Africa, as well as one of the strongest populations of apex predators such as lions, leopards, and the extremely endangered African painted dog, Hwange National Park will absolutely amaze you with its rich diversity of wildlife.

It is one of the few places remaining in Africa where you can still spot the “Big Five” of Africa and is one of the only places in Zimbabwe where you can still see large numbers of giraffes. No matter which animals you come to see, you certainly won’t be disappointed when you go on a Hwange National Park safari.

For this reason, I have created this Definitive Hwange National Park Safari Guide. Not only do I want to share my incredible experience and safari photographs with you to inspire you to have your own adventure, but I want to give you the resources you will need to successfully make that inspiration a reality.

In this Hwange National Park safari guide, I will let you know what requirements you will need to visit Zimbabwe, give you some tips on how to get to the park, let you know which regions of the park you can visit, and provide you with information on which tours, lodges, and campsites I recommend. With this information in hand, you can confidently plan an incredible safari adventure in Hwange National Park that you’ll never forget.

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Zimbabwe entrance requirements.

Before you depart for your Hwange National Park safari in Zimbabwe, you will need to make sure that you meet all of the requirements for entry into the country. To assist you in this preparation, I have created a short article that outlines all of the Zimbabwe entry requirements for visitors. This includes the necessary passport, VISA, and customs requirements that you will need to consider before you depart for your trip.

Recommended Travel Immunizations

Important Note:  I am not a medical doctor and do not have any medical experience. The information provided in this section is a summary of information that I got from the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States for travel to Zimbabwe. I am providing you this information to help bring awareness of the necessary vaccinations to you, but consultation with my guide should not replace a discussion about your travels with your doctor or a travel medical clinic.

One of the most important, and yet most often overlooked, aspects of travel is the necessary vaccinations that are required or recommended to keep you safe and healthy when you travel. Before you depart for Zimbabwe, you are going to want to make sure that you have all of the proper vaccinations.

Some of these vaccinations, like the Yellow Fever vaccination, are included in the Zimbabwe entrance requirements if you are traveling to Zimbabwe from certain high-risk locations. Other vaccinations, such as a flu shot and the Typhoid vaccine, are recommended, but not required.

For your convenience, I have summarized the CDC’s recommendations on vaccines and healthcare for travelers visiting Zimbabwe for you to review in my “Zimbabwe Passport, VISA, Customs, and Immunization Requirements” guide linked below.

What to Bring on Your Hwange Safari

If you are visiting Africa to go on safari for the first time, you might not be sure of what to bring with you. To help you with these questions as you prepare for your Hwange National Park safari, I have developed several guides that you should review. First, my article on the “20 Tips for Those Visiting Africa for the First Time” will help you get prepared for what to expect when you arrive in Africa for the first time. It outlines what you should do, what you shouldn’t do, and gives you some tips that will help you know what to expect on your first visit to the continent of Africa.

Then, as you start to prepare for your trip, you will want to review my “Essential Safari Packing List” to make sure that you have all of the gear that you need and don’t pack what you won’t need with you. Finally, if you plan to take pictures on your safari, you will definitely want to review my “Tips for Photography on African Safaris” guide to make sure you get the best photographs possible to remember your adventure!

How to Get to Hwange National Park

One of the most important things that you will need to consider when planning your Hwange National Park safari is how you are going to get to the park. Not only is Hwange National Park Zimbabwe’s largest national parkland, but it is also one of the easiest national parks in the country to get to. In this section of my Hwange National Park safari guide, I will provide you with some information and tips on how to get to the park for your safari.

Getting to Hwange National Park

How you get to the park will largely depend on how you plan on touring the park. If you plan on taking a tour, the tour company you use for your Hwange safari will let you know how you should plan your travel to the park. They may pick you up in Victoria Falls or they may help you arrange a smaller flight into the Hwange National Park airport.

For instance, for travelers planning to take a longer safari tour in the park or are visiting multiple parks as part of their tour, the operator may arrange a flight for you directly to the park’s airport. On the other hand, if you are planning on taking a guided day safari or doing a self-drive safari, the tour company will likely pick you up at your hotel in Victoria Falls.

Hwange National Park is just an easy 2.5-hour drive from the city and almost all tour operators will coordinate transportation to the park and then back to your hotel for you. In fact, the city is a great hub for which you can plan to go on safari in many different national parks in the area.

Not only is Hwange close, but Victoria Falls is also in very close proximity to Chobe National Park in Botswana (it is just a 1.5-hour drive) and only a quick 15-minute drive from the incredible Stanley Livingstone Private Game Reserve. For a better understanding of the national parklands, you can tour Zimbabwe and where they are in proximity to Hwange National Park and the country’s major cities, I have included an overview map of Zimbabwe’s national parklands for you to review below.

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At roughly 5,657 square miles, Hwange National Park is an absolutely massive parkland. It is Zimbabwe’s largest park and is so big that it is impossible to see the entire park in one day. If you want to explore more than one region of the park, I strongly suggest booking a multi-day Hwange National Park safari.

That said, the park is so full of wildlife that even single-day safaris are more than worth it. In this Hwange National Park safari guide, I am going to give you the information that you need to make an informed decision on what type of safari tour would be best for your trip.

Hwange National Park Map

Most single-day safari tours for Hwange National Park pick up from Victoria Falls and enter the park through the Mbala Gate. This is near the incredible Painted Dog Rehabilitation Center, which is an incredible place to stop if you have the time.

It is a roughly 2.5-hour drive from Victoria Falls to the park but having just done that drive I can tell you that it goes by quickly and isn’t all that bad. We were picked up at our hotel in Victoria Falls early in the morning and were at the park in time to do a morning game drive. Then, after a great lunch at one of the park’s many picnic spots, we did an afternoon game drive before being driven back to our hotel in Victoria Falls.

If you are doing a multi-day Hwange National Park safari or using the safari services of one of the park’s many incredible lodges, you will either be picked up in Victoria Falls or flown into the Hwange National Park Airport for your safari tour. The park has four main gates, with many of the park’s lodges and campgrounds located near those gates.

Some of the park’s main camps include the Robin’s Camp, the Sinamatella Camp, the Hwange Main Camp, and many camps around the Kennedy Gate area. If you would like more information on the campgrounds and lodges available in the park, I cover my recommended campgrounds and lodges in the Where to Stay section of this guide.

Recommended Hwange National Park Tours

One of the most important decisions that you will make when planning your trip to see the beautiful Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe is the tour operator that you choose to use for your visit. A good tour guide can be the difference between an incredible safari experience and a visit that is underwhelming. Good safari guides are passionate about what they do and genuinely care about sharing this breathtaking place with visitors.

When we visited Hwange National Park, we were fortunate enough to have an amazing safari guide who not only guided us thru the park but managed our transportation from Victoria Falls to Hwange (a roughly 2.5-hour drive) himself. He was right there with us, from picking us up at our lodge to dropping us off at the end of the day, and our experience could not have been better.

For those who are planning a trip to Hwange National Park from Victoria Falls, I have included the contact information for our tour operator, Africa Beast Safaris, for you to review in my Hwange National Park safari guide below. I have also included links to a number of the wonderful safari packages for Hwange National Park that they offer for you to consider.

Africa Beast Safaris

If you are looking for a tour operator to use to see Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe and will be flying into the Victoria Falls area, I would highly recommend using Africa Beast Safaris . Simon from Africa Beast Safaris is super passionate about what he does and takes extraordinary care of his customers. We used Africa Beast Safaris for our Hwange National Park tour and were thrilled with the level of service.

Other Recommended Hwange National Park Tours

If you plan on doing a self-safari in Hwange National Park or plan to use the safari services of one of the many incredible lodges near the park, I have provided some of those options for you to consider below as well.

Whatever tour option you choose, make sure it fits the experience that you want to have at Hwange National Park because it is one of the most extraordinary places to go on safari in all of Africa and you want to have an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime!

Best Times to Visit Hwange National Park

While Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe is an incredible wildlife park to visit year-round, there are certain times of year where I feel it is better to visit than others. Certain variables, such as the temperature and the amount of rainfall, can have a big impact on where wildlife will be located within the park and how easy it will be for visitors to view wildlife. In this section of my Hwange National Park safari guide, I will outline the average temperature and precipitation levels in the park throughout the year and explain how that may affect your visit. With this information in hand, you can plan your Hwange National Park safari for the right time of year for your needs.

Average Temperature (℉) by Month

When many travelers think about Zimbabwe, I am guessing they picture a hot climate with repressive heat. While it can get very hot at midday, especially during September through November, it can also get quite cool overnight and into the early morning hours. This is especially true during the winter months of June through August.

If you are on an early morning game drive during these months, the 40-degree mornings can be quite cold in open safari vehicles. If you want to know what to expect for temperatures while visiting Hwange throughout the year, I have included a chart in my Hwange National Park safari guide for you to review below.

Average Precipitation (Inches) by Month

Another factor that you need to consider when planning your Hwange National Park safari is the amount of precipitation that the park gets throughout the year. In addition to heavy rains making the roads difficult to navigate or impassable, the rain can also have a big influence on how easy it is to spot wildlife.

During the dry winter months of June through August, the park gets very little rain. As the dry season wears on, the vegetation dries up and water becomes scarcer. With water in short supply, animals tend to congregate near permanent or man-made water holes. There is also less vegetation to obstruct your views into the bush, making it hard to spot animals like leopards easier to spot.

In contrast, during the lush summer months of December through February and into the Spring months in Zimbabwe, there is plenty of water throughout the park for animals to drink, so they tend to be more spread out. It is also more difficult to spot the wildlife with the thick vegetation. The park is beautiful with the lush green trees but spotting shy predators like leopards is much more difficult at this time.

Best Months to Visit Hwange National Park

If you are starting to plan your Hwange National Park safari and would like to know which months are best for visiting the park, I have put together a chart below that outlines which months I think are the best for visiting Hwange. I have also detailed some of the pros and cons of visiting Hwange National Park during both the dry and wet seasons to assist you in determining which time of year would be best for your visit.

Dry Season (April to October)

• Malaria risk is at a minimum.
• It is generally not as hot (except for October).
• There is typically very little rain.
• Wildlife is easier to spot because vegetation isn’t as thick, and wildlife congregates near permanent water sources.
• The main camp can be very crowded.
• Because it is very dry, it can be very dusty inside the park.
• The early morning game drives in the open safari vehicles can be chilly.

Wet Season (November to March)

• It is the birthing season, so baby animals are prevalent in the park.
• The migratory birds arrive, so it is a great time of year for bird watchers.
• The camps are less crowded, and rates are typically lower at camps and lodges.
• The scenery is lush and green, which can be very picturesque.
• Because of the rain, some park roads will be difficult to drive on or impassable.
• It can be very hot, especially at midday.
• Camps and lodges may be closed from January to March.
• Because of the lush vegetation and abundance of water, wildlife is more dispersed and harder to spot.

Where to Stay in Hwange National Park

If you do not want to book a tour for your Hwange National Park safari, there are a few options that you can choose that may save you some money. You have the option of arranging your own transportation to the park and then booking your lodging or campsite accommodations separately.

Depending on the lodging that you choose, they may offer guided game drives for guests. If so, you can take advantage of their guided game drives to see the park. If you choose a campsite or a lodge that doesn’t offer guided game drives, you will need to self-drive to see the park.

If you are in the process of planning your Hwange National Park safari and are planning to book your accommodations outside of a tour, I have included some valuable information on self-drive safaris and some recommended campsites and lodges in this section for you to review.

Recommended Hwange Camps and Lodges

Hwange National Park is the largest national park in Zimbabwe and one of the largest national parks in Africa. There are many wonderful lodges and camps throughout the park, with most of the popular ones concentrated near the Robins Camp, the main Mbala Gate, the Mtoa Gate, and the Kennedy Camp.

If you are choosing to book your own accommodations for your Hwange National Park safari adventure, I have included some of my recommendations for you to review below. These recommendations include campsites, lodges, and places with a mixture of both. I have also included some of my top picks for campsites and lodges at different price points so that you can choose the accommodations that are right for you and for your budget.

Tips and Guidelines for Self-Drive Safaris in Hwange

Doing a self-drive Hwange National Park safari has its advantages, as you can go your own pace and be on your own schedule, but it does require quite a bit of preparation and planning. If you are planning on doing a self-drive safari in Hwange National Park, there are several things that you should be aware of and prepare for before your trip. To assist you with this preparation, I have included some tips and guidelines for you to review below.

• Park rules require that you stay on the marked roads at all times. You cannot drive off-road in Hwange National Park.
• Target the dry season for your visit as there is far less risk of the roads being flooded.
• Make sure you have a 4×4 vehicle with high clearance. The roads can be rough in areas and you don’t want to get stuck.
• Let some air out of your tires while driving on the gravel and sand park roads. This will give you extra traction and help you prevent getting stuck. Just remember to re-inflate your tires before getting back on the paved roads.
• Bring a satellite phone with you in case of emergencies.
• Make sure you have plenty of food, water, and extra fuel with you.
• Download the Tracks4Africa app for navigation. It is the recommended app for safari navigation in Zimbabwe.
• Be prepared to pay your park fees. For information on the current rates for international visitors, please see the Zimbabwe Tourism website .
• And finally, leave yourself plenty of time to get back to your lodge or campsite before dark.

Wildlife You May See in Hwange National Park

In addition to having one of the highest concentrations of lions and elephants in all of Africa, Hwange National Park is also one of the remaining strongholds for painted dogs in Africa. In fact, the park is home to the Painted Dog Conservation Center.

The park supports several man-made water holes that have water pumped into them year-round, and if you visit Hwange during the dry season, you are almost guaranteed to see elephants and other grazing animals in or around these watering holes. As you know, where you find the grazing animals, the predators aren’t far away.

When I went on my Hwange National Park safari this past year, I saw some very large herds of elephants in many different areas of the park taking advantage of the water holes. We were also lucky enough to see some very large male lions resting in the shade.

The park also has an abundance of zebra and many different antelope species for visitors to spot. If you are interested in learning which of Africa’s most popular animals can be found in Hwange National Park, please refer to the graphic that I have included in this Hwange National Park safari guide below.

Painted Dog Conservation Center

While many of the animals that you can see in large numbers at Hwange National Park can also be seen elsewhere in Africa, one particular species of animal is found in Hwange National Park that is becoming increasingly more difficult to spot in the wild. The incredible African-painted dog is becoming increasingly endangered across Africa, but Hwange National Park remains one of the biggest strongholds for this incredible animal.

In fact, the park is home to the renowned Painted Dog Conservation Center, which focuses on rescuing injured dogs from the wild, rehabilitating them, and then releasing them back into the wild. So far, the effort has had a tremendous impact on bolstering the painted dog population in and around Hwange National Park.

If you would like to stop by the conservation center, it is located just outside the Mbala Gate of the park. Oftentimes, you can see painted dogs in the center’s rehabilitation pens and the park has many programs to educate visitors on this incredible wildlife species.

Hwange National Park Safari Tips

When you are on safari, especially while on a safari in Hwange National Park where you have an opportunity to see animals from land and the water, it is easy to get lost in the experience.  Being on safari is such an amazing experience and you should enjoy every single second of it.  However, if you aren’t careful, you might not get everything out of the experience that you could have.

To make sure that you get everything out of your Hwange National Park safari that you possibly can, I have provided some general safari tips below for you to review.

Be Patient and Open-Minded

When you are on safari, everything isn’t going to go according to plan.  The weather, the animal’s behavior, and other factors are going to impact where you go and what you see.  Hwange National Park provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa, but even in Hwange, you have to be ready to adjust your plans if necessary.

Safety First

It is really easy to get caught up in the safari experience and want to get the best pictures you possibly can.  However, safety should always be the primary concern.  To give you some help on how to remain safe while on safari in the Hwange National Park, I have outlined some general safety tips for you to review later in this guide.

Don’t Get Stuck Behind Your Camera

Everyone wants to get great pictures while on safari, and you should absolutely bring your camera and take a lot of pictures.  However, if you spend your entire time in Hwange National Park looking through your camera, you are going to miss out on some of the experience.  I would recommend setting your camera down every-once-in-a-while and just enjoy being in such an amazing place.

Ask Lots of Questions

Make sure you ask your safari guide a lot of questions while you are on safari in Hwange National Park.  It is easy to get caught up in the moment and forget to ask which type of animal you are looking at or why they are doing what they are doing, but your safari guide is there to answer these questions for you.  And believe me, they enjoy answering these questions.  Don’t get home and regret not asking those questions.

Give Yourself Plenty of Time

Hwange National Park is a very large park, with very distinct and unique environments. There is no way that you are going to be able to explore the entire park within a day, so if you want to see more of the park, you should plan to spend multiple days on safari in Hwange.

Hwange National Park Safari Safety Tips

Being on Safari in Hwange National Park can be an amazing and exciting experience, but it can also be a very dangerous experience if you don’t follow the proper safety rules.  To ensure that your safari experience is a memorable and safe one, I have outlined some general safari safety rules for you to review below.

Obey Your Safari Guides at All Times

The most important safari safety tip of all is to listen to your safari guide and obey them at all times.  They are there to keep you safe, so let them.

Don’t Stick Anything Outside of the Safari Vehicle

It is never a good idea to stick anything outside of a safari vehicle.  Whether this be your arms, your feet, or your camera as you try to get a great picture, keep them inside the vehicle at all times.

Don’t Make Any Quick or Sudden Movements

When you are in the safari vehicle, the animals tend to think of the vehicle and everything associated with it as one homogeneous entity.  However, if you make sudden and frantic movements, or do something else to make you stick out as a part of the vehicle, you may become an object of interest to them.

Never Get Out of the Safari Vehicle

This point cannot be stressed strongly enough. Never, and I mean never, get out of your safari vehicle unless your safari guide explicitly instructs that it is safe.

Never Leave Your Tent or Lodge Room at Night

This is another point that I cannot emphasize strongly enough.  You should never leave your tent or lodge room at night without a chaperone.  The African bush can be a dangerous place, especially at night, so make sure you follow whichever procedures your safari guide gives you for getting assistance at night.  If they don’t mention this, make sure you ask ahead of time.

Walk, Never Run When Confronted by an Animal

If you do find yourself outside of your vehicle and confronted by an animal (hopefully this never happens), then make sure that you stay as calm as possible, walk away slowly (never turning your back on the animal), and NEVER, EVER run away.

Never Swim in Lakes or Rivers

Unless you are explicitly told by your safari guide that the waters are free of hippos and crocodiles, you should never attempt to swim in a lake, river, or pond.  Even then, I would think twice about doing it.  Hippos kill more people in Africa than any other animal, and crocodiles are not far behind on the list, so you always have to be safe when even approaching bodies of water.

Hwange National Park Photo Gallery

The country of Zimbabwe has an incredible wealth of wildlife and some of the most breathtaking landscapes in all of Africa. I absolutely cherished my Hwange National Park safari, and I want to share some of my top photographs from that visit with you. I hope you enjoy these images and that they inspire you to book your own adventure in Hwange National Park!

If you would like to view some more of my top Hwange National Park safari photos, as well as photos from some of my many other travel adventures, make sure you are following me on Instagram as well!

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4-Day Hwange National Park Safari – Zimbabwe’s Wildlife Haven

Searching for a 4-Day Hwange National Park Safari? Hwange National Park is a renowned outback in the southern part of Africa and stands out from most in the region due to the fact that it is a gateway to the most beautiful waterfalls on the African continent – Victoria Falls.

The National Park is home to the big 5 animals and therefore offers outstanding African wildlife safari experiences, which the visitors on this 4-Day Hwange National Park Safari will enjoy.

Cultural visits to the ancestral homesteads of the Leya people that live in the vicinity of the National Park will also provide the visitors with an understanding of the ancient African way of life.

Interactions with the local people will make the Zimbabwe safari more rewarding.

4-Day Zimbabwe Safari Highlights

Day 1: victoria falls to hwange national park, zimbabwe, day 2: full day in hwange national park, day 3: game safari and cultural tour in hwange national park, day 4: hwange national park to victoria falls to fly out, detailed 4-day zimbabwe safari itinerary.

Arrive at Victoria Falls airport and be received by the professional tour guide.

The guide will drive you to the lodge where you will be served a delicious lunch.

After lunch, you will embark on the exploration adventure over Victoria Falls.

Go on a flyover exploration adventure that will provide aerial views of the captivating waterfalls, which is such a golden chance for beautiful photographs.

Enjoy the exploration of waterfalls, and after undertaking the drive to Hwange National Park in the evening.

The drive to Hwange National Park will take you approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes, and upon arrival, you will continue to the lodge and check in.

Relax at the lodge as you enjoy the views of the greenery in the compound and vicinity.

Dinner will be served later at sunset, and you will stay for an overnight.

A morning delicious meal will be served after which you will go on a guided morning game drive in Dandari and Shapi areas.

These areas are well known for the big 5 animals, which you will enjoy viewing alongside other interesting creatures that live in savanna grasslands, especially African wild dogs, spotted hyenas, elands, common warthogs, and genets.

Transfer back to the lodge at noon for a delicious lunch to keep you satisfied and engaged on the trip.

Undertake the afternoon game drive in central, main camp, and Ngamo areas.

This game drive will further help you to encounter more of the endowments of this National Park and also view varieties of African birds living within – African paradise flycatchers, African darters, great blue and green turacos, Abyssinian ground hornbill, black bee eaters, cinnamons, egrets, and African fish eagles.

Transfer back to the lodge at dusk for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight rest.

Guests will be served a scrumptious breakfast at sunrise.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast and after, undertake a game safari drive in the morning.

Enjoy the views of numerous animals on the drive which will keep you occupied the entire morning as you observe the beauty of this National Park, especially the lush vegetation and captivating roaring streams.

Transfer to the lodge at noon for lunch.

A visit to the Nambya people, who are formerly known as the Leya, will be conducted in the afternoon.

The Leya people are some of the earliest inhabitants of the land, and they are renowned for their interesting traditions and cultural entertainment, which the visitors will get the opportunity to enjoy and dive into.

Drive back to the lodge at sunset where dinner will be served, and you will be accommodated overnight.

A delicious breakfast will be provided by the hospitality team at the lodge at first light.

Enjoy the beautiful golden hour as you snack on the breakfast, after which you will check out of the lodge.

Proceed on the drive to Victoria Falls airport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes, and at the airport, you will catch a flight back home.

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African Budget Safaris offers over 20 Tours that visit Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park as part of a longer itinerary. These budget safaris range from 5 to 49 days in length, combining a variety of African Safari Highlights with game viewing in Hwange.

All of the budget safaris including Hwange Park also travel to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

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Most of our African Safaris to Hwange spend either an afternoon or a full day game viewing in this untamed Zimbabwean national park. Several of these affordable tours also visit the Hwange Wild Dog Project.

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• Chimanimani National Park - Lesser-known, unspoilt Mountain Range.
• Chirinda Forest Reserve - Africa’s southernmost tropical rainforest.
• Matopos / Matobo Hills National Park - culturally significant site.
• Mana Pools National Park  - UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Nyanga National Park - scenic Eastern Highlands & Mount Nyangani.
• Big Five Matusadona National Park and beautiful Lake Kariba.
• Chizarira National Park - remote and rugged wilderness.

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• Zambia (canoeing on the Lower Zambezi) with South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe.

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Arrive: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Depart: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

• Magnificent Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world
• Incredible Hwange National Park, a Serengeti without the crowds
• Authentic game walks, open vehicles, game drives, night drives
• Beautifully situated lodges with amazing access to wildlife
• Special “look-up” blind for incredible elephant photography
• Support the greatest community conservation projects in the country
• Visit the rhino sanctuary and meet the Community Wildlife Protection Scouts

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Pricing below is per person and based on double occupancy. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have. WT also has the most generous cancellation and transfer policies in the industry, we make it easy if you change your mind. Have a small group of your own? Take over an existing date or choose your own. You’ll have your own private guide–and the adventure–all to yourselves!

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At time of reservation: $600 90 days prior to departure: Balance

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Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge! 61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost 46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost 45 days or less: 100% of trip cost

• Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
• Accommodations in luxury tented camps, chalets, and villas
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Ilala Lodge

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Day 1 (1 night)

Nehimba Lodge

Hwange, Zimbabwe

Days 2-3 (2 nights)

Camelthorn Lodge

Days 4-7 (4 nights)

Victoria Falls River Lodge

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What the Trip is Like

• Flat terrain

On safari, there are long driving days over rugged dirt tracks, we can be in and out of the vehicles all day long, usually only driving approximately 2 hours at a time. We will be in a 7-seat open sided 4WD vehicle with a roof for sun protection. We sit 6 people max per vehicle to optimize everyone's view and provide wool blankets for early morning and evening game drives.

This is a truly unique safari in that we will be traveling by many different forms of transportation—we will take a vintage train car on safari for 2 hours, a sunset boat cruise for 2 hours, and an optional canoe ride for 2 hours.

During drives and game walks, we can get quite close to wild animals at times. Being very quiet improves everybody's chances of observation. In the interest of safety, your Trip Leader explains limitations on movement while on game drives, on walks, and around camp. Incidents with wild animals are extremely rare on safaris, but no safari can guarantee immunity from such incidents. Wilderness Travel is not to be held responsible for incidents involving the behavior of wildlife.

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Client Testimonials

"This trip delivered an experience beyond my expectations. The guide, the lodges, meals, community school and village visits, transportation, and the wildlife in the park. Loved the train experience. It was nice to take a charter flight at the end so we spent less time driving."

Catherine E.

Stamford, CT

"Stunningly good trip. Great guides, food, lodges, and total experience. We were very impressed by the organization—the way it works with the community and its commitment to conservation."

Palo Alto, CA

"This was my third trip to an African country and it exceeded all others. The game viewing, the fabulous lodges and the amazing knowledge, passion, and experience of our guide, Mark Butcher, made this one of the most unforgettable travel experiences I have had to date. All personnel on this trip get five stars!"

Hermosa Beach, CA

"Everyone in our travel group agreed that this was the BEST trip we've ever experienced! Sibs was an amazing guide—wonderful sense of humor, amazing depth of knowledge regarding all wildlife we encountered, uncanny ability to spot every type of wild creature well before we could even make them out! And a genuinely warm, welcoming host at meals, snacks, and sundowners! He became a friend, not just a guide. The lodges were gorgeous, the food, outstanding, and everyone was friendly and eager to meet our every need. I cannot praise our experience enough—I've become a WT ambassador!"

Apple Valley, MN

"Everything about this trip was fantastic—can't think of any way to improve it. In particular, our Trip Leader's tracking skills, knowledge, and friendliness were outstanding."

"The attention to detail, the quality of the accommodations and cuisine, the attentiveness of all staff, and the five-star quality of Mark Butcher himself combined to create a trip that exceeded all expectations."

Copiague, NY

"The hotels were superb! The best part of trip was the guides who were informed, interesting, organized, and kind; they were also great drivers."

Margaret F.

"The accommodations were all spectacular. The staff at each of the lodges was incredibly helpful and friendly. We felt extremely welcome at each location. This was our fourth Wilderness Trip and it stood out as definitely one of the best. We were very impressed with the local outfitter is supporting the local communities near their lodges."

Patricia E.

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"Attention to detail at every level, consideration of the location of each lodging in relationship to the total trip experience, anticipation of the client's needs as to meals—it was perfection in itself!"

"Absolutely loved traveling on the Elephant Train, absolutely in awe every day of what we saw literally in the first few hours of each day! Absolutely blown away by our sundowner locations, every night a different theme and entirely different location! Absolutely in love with the lifestyle of incredibly hard-working people in Zimbabwe!"

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1-Day Hwange National Park Safari Tour

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Discover the abundant wildlife of Hwange National Park during this full-day small-group safari adventure from Victoria Falls. See an abundance of native wildlife such as elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, and over 400 bird species as you traverse the park in an open-air vehicle. Learn about the park’s conservation efforts and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Hwange Main Camp included in the price of your tour.

Hwange Full Day Safari

Enjoy a full-day trip from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park, a ride starting at 6:30 am from Victoria Falls town to Hwange. Enjoy the jeep safari into the rich Hwange National Park hours where you get exposed to over 100 mammal species and the world’s largest elephant population, and other big 5 animals namely lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino, and two additions, hippo, and crocodile. Hwange National Park is home to over 400 bird species also. Free lunch at the Hwange Main Camp is offered before another afternoon safari drive where you will continue to discover the rich Hwange National Park. Departure from Hwange Main Camp is scheduled late around 1630 as you drive back to Victoria Falls.

What’s included

• Round Trip Transfers
• Professional Guide
• 3hr Morning Safari Drive
• Buffet Lunch
• 3hr Afternoon Safari
• Water & Drinks

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View the spectacular Victoria Falls.

Take a canoe trip on the Zambezi River.

Enjoy game drives in Hwange National Park.

Travel on the Elephant Express train spotting wildlife in Hwange National Park.

Price includes:

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• Activities and excursions as detailed
• All accommodations
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On arrival in Zimbabwe, you will be transferred in a private vehicle to your lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River. This afternoon, we recommend enjoying your first African sunset from the water. During the cruise, keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, and birdlife.

We recommend spending today at the lodge to enjoy all the activities on offer. Join a guide for a canoe or fishing trip along the Zambezi, or if you’re feeling energetic head off for a bush walk in the Zambezi National Park.

A driver from the lodge will take you to spend a few hours exploring Victoria Falls, also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders). Aside from walking around the falls, helicopter rides offer a great way to see the falls in all their glory. You then have the rest of the afternoon to enjoy various activities in the area such as zip-lining through the forest, browsing the artisan markets or a classic afternoon tea with a view.

You’ll be transferred by vehicle to Hwange National Park. The first half of the journey will be along a good tar road so sit back and relax. At the gate into the park, you’ll switch into an open game viewing vehicle for the rest of the transfer to the lodge. This is where your safari experience begins, so the duration of the transfer will depend on how many animals you spot along the way. This afternoon, you’ll head out on a sundowner game drive.

Enjoy game drives from the lodge, exploring the area and searching for wildlife. The lodge is located on a vast private concession in the north of the national park and is made up of mopane woodlands and open plains making it a haven for elephant herds. Back at the lodge, large numbers of elephants and buffalo are known to frequent the waterhole.

Guided walks are a fantastic way to experience the bush. You’ll head out with your guide early in the morning or later in the afternoon, to avoid the hottest temperatures, tracking animal footprints and learning about smaller creatures and plant life. You'll stop along the way for refreshments under the shade of a tree with waterhole views.

Your morning drive will be a transfer from the lodge to a local railway siding, where you’ll board the Elephant Express, a single-carriage railcar. The journey along the 70 km eastern boundary will take approximately two hours depending on what you see along the way. There is plenty of game to spot from elephant to wildebeest. You’ll arrive at your new lodge this afternoon in time for your afternoon game drive.

Today you’ll enjoy a full day on safari. You’re now based in the south of the national park, where the habitat consists of palm-fringed open plains, acacia woodlands and teak forests. Night drives are a great opportunity to spot the less-seen nocturnal creatures, including porcupines, springhares and nightjars, to name a few.

A plethora of activities are available in this area. Choose from horse riding, community engagement, spending time in the underground photographic hide or venturing out on a full-day game drive and taking a picnic lunch.

Today you will be driven back through the park to Victoria Falls for your onward travel arrangements.

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While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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An unforgettable aventure in zimbabwe’s premier wildlife destination.

Embark on a riding safari in the heart of Zimbabwe, riding amongst herds of elephants and prides of lions just a few hours away from the mighty Victoria Falls.

Zimbabwe is re-emerging as one of Africa’s ultimate safari destinations and there is no better way to explore this wilderness than on horseback. Ride in Hwange National Park, an area the size of Belgium and one of the world’s last great elephant sanctuaries, with over 40 000 elephants alone. As you’d expect from a park of this size, the range of wildlife species is astounding! Riding on excellent safari horses, and guided by some of Zimbabwe’s top guides, learn the secrets of the bush and discover life in Africa.

After a warm African greeting, you’ll be transported from the new modern airport, through dusty villages made up of traditional mud huts and colourful but sun faded buildings to the outskirts of the reserve. You may even encounter an African Roadblock, herds of elephants have right of way even on the highways! Here you will find your tented camp, set out on the edge of the reserve and the perfect location to begin your horseback adventure into the wilderness.

There are no set routes, so you get to explore an area seldom marked by anything but animal tracks. The horse safari in Zimbabwe is dictated by the weather, wildlife movements, and the group’s expectations. Enjoy long canters on sure-footed safari horses, perhaps leaping over a natural jump provided by the resident elephants. Take in the sounds of the bush on quieter walks as you approach the water holes, your heart beating in anticipation at what you might find. You might get lucky enough to see herds of elephants drinking and playing in the water, buffalo grazing in the long grass, or rhino wallowing in the grey mud.

Combining the magic of a mobile safari camp, with a more luxury tented lodge, it gives you the best of both worlds. The itinerary is flexible and will very much depend on local conditions and the movements of the wildlife… Adventure awaits at every corner! Not only is this the perfect area to be discovered on horseback, but you can embark on guided walks or exciting game drives. Shorter itineraries can be tailormade for groups with mixed riding ability and non-riders can enjoy a traditional Hwange safari.

If you have some extra time in Africa, how about spending a few days exploring Victoria Falls, flying to Mana Pools for canoeing or walking, or take a chartered flight to the magical Okavango Delta? So many amazing opportunities await on safari!

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At the current exchange rate. Please note final quote might vary slightly

DATES AND RATES

Set dates throughout the year, but dates are flexible. Shorter rides to accommodate non-riding friends or partners can also be arranged.

HIGH SEASON

07 – 14 September 2024

21 – 28 September 2024

05 – 12 October 2024

19 – 26 October 2024

02 – 09 November 2024

16 – 23 November 2024

7 nights: USD $5390 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ per person + transfers & conservation fees

05 - 12 April 2025

21 - 28 April 2025

03 - 10 May 2025

06 - 13 June 2025

19 - 26 June 2025

7 nights: USD $4165 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ per person + transfers & conservation fees

05 -12 July 2025

19 - 26 July 2025

02 - 09 August 2025

16 - 23 August 2025

06 - 13 September 2025

22 - 29 September 2025

04 - 11 October 2025

20 -27 October 2025

03 - 10 November 2025

15 - 22 November 2025

06 - 13 December 2025

EXTRAS – SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Shorter rides of 3 – 5 nights can be planned between these dates, and we can tailor a stay for those travelling with non-riders.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Low Season - None

Return Road Transfers from Victoria Falls - Approx. USD $192 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ per person

OR Flights between Victoria Falls and Hwange - Approx. USD $350 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ per person

NATIONAL PARK FEES

Approx USD $80 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ paid in cash in Zimbabwe (please have cash in USD available)

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

• Accommodation: 3 nights at Iganyana and 4 nights mobile camp
• All meals and drinks including wines, beers, and spirits
• Laundry at Iganyana Camp
• All activities: horse-riding, game drives, safari walks, night drives outside of the National Park
• Professional guiding
• Service of National Parks certified Professional safari guides
• International Flights to Victoria Falls
• Comprehensive Travel and Medical Insurance
• National Parks fees for the 4 nights – currently USD $50 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ entry and USD $115 GBP £ EUR € ZAR R AUD $ pp conservation and camping fee payable to Parks directly. (Subject to change without notice)
• Premium drinks – if required then need to be ordered well in advance
• Gratuities and items of a personal nature

QUICK FACTS

SUITABLE RIDING LEVELS

• Intermediate
• Intermediate Plus

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover one of Africa’s best reserves on horseback, riding in areas that are inaccessible to vehicles
• Ride in an area that has some of Africa’s largest elephant populations, plus have the chance to see over 100 mammal species and 350 bird species
• Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of wild camping, with evenings around the campfire, listening to the sounds of the African bush
• Ride with guides who have lived in Zimbabwe for years, are passionate about the horses, the wildlife, and the communities that live in this unique part of Africa
• Easily combine your horse safari experience with a few days at Victoria Falls, Mana Pools or beyond

TOUR REVIEWS

” An absolute dream came true for me in Zimbabwe. I enjoyed everything from the first second to the last. The team of Ride Zimbabwe is incredibly welcoming and supportive. Especially our guide James knew the bush incredibly well and could explain and share so much about everything (animals, plants, African traditions and culture). In Gizmet I found my perfect partner for the safari. He is a super sweet white gelding who is very easy-going, but also likes to speed up when cantering. Riding in the bush is an experience that everyone should have once. You get a unique insight into the nature and wildlife of Zimbabwe. Through our mobile camps we also had the chance to see many different parts of the Hwange National Park. We loved our game drives and were very lucky! We saw elephants, zebras, giraffes, kudus and lots of lions (and of course many other animals). watching the sundowners and especially the stars around the campfire will stay in my memory forever. The African sky is simply unique. The whole team of Ride Zimbabwe gave us a unique time and I can't thank them enough! Thank you again for everything! I can't wait to start my next adventure with you once my bank account has recovered. Sabrina Hwange Horse Safari - Zimbabwe

SAMPLE ITINERARY

** Please note this is a sample itinerary; weather conditions and game movement patterns may cause the route and plan to vary but this will always be to ensure the best possible horse safari experience.

DAY 1: IGANYANA TENTED CAMP

You will be met at the airport for a 2-hour shared road transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to Iganyana Camp. After meeting the rest of the team and settling in, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea overlooking the waterhole and woodlands. After an important safety briefing, walk to the stables to meet your equestrian partner. This introductory ride will get you acquainted with your steed and ensure you are comfortable with the tack used.

Arrive back in camp for your first sundowner drinks before sitting down to a sumptuous dinner cooked by the talented safari chef. At dinner, you’ll discover the sounds of the African wilderness – the distant howl of the Jackal, perhaps the rasping grunt of a Leopard stealthily walking by, the deep roar of the African Lion or the flutter of owl wings overhead. Enjoy your first night in camp, snuggled up in your luxury tent.

DAY 2: IGANYANA TENTED CAMP

Wake up with a soft knock on the door and then a hot drink around the campfire whilst recounting stories of sounds heard during the night. A light breakfast awaits you in the dining tent and you may even see wildlife moving through the acacia woodlands.  Saddle up for a morning ride across the plains, exploring further afield in search of the herds of buffalo and elephants that this area is known for.

Lunch is served back at camp and you’ll have time for an afternoon siesta in your tent or next to the pool. Elephants often come to the camp for a midday drink.

In the evening, you might go for an evening ride, or head out for a short game drive where you’ll be met for incredible sundowners around a bon fire. Enjoy sundowners and canapes around the campfire talking about the day’s events before driving back to camp in the dark. The guides will have a spotlight and it’s always exciting to search for more nocturnal animals like genets, porcupines, bush babies and even lion.

Enjoy dinner and then pack your bags for the mobile safari in the morning.

DAY 3: MOBILE SAFARI

Wake up with a soft knock on the door and then a hot drink around the campfire whilst recounting stories of sounds heard during the night. A light breakfast awaits you in the dining tent and you may even see wildlife moving through the acacia woodlands. After the quick breakfast, pack your bags and then you’ll either hop onto the game drive vehicle or mount your horses to get to the Hwange National Park entrance. Here you’ll pay your entry and conservation fees, have the chance for a toilet stop and then mount up onto the horses again. Set off on horseback, following the animal trails into the National Park. There are no set routes, so you get to explore an area seldom marked by anything but animal tracks. The ride is dictated by the weather, wildlife movements, and the group’s expectations.

After about 3-4 hours in the saddle, enjoy a picnic lunch and an afternoon siesta in the bush. Treats will be available to revive you after your nap before you head out again. Riding for a couple of hours towards the new camp, your guide will tell you about the intricacies of the bush and unique wildlife. Cold drinks and hot showers await after a long day in the saddle. Savour your drink as you watch a glorious sunset with the horses contently munching nearby. Enjoy dinner around the campfire talking about the day’s events before settling in for the night.

DAY 4 - 6: MOBILE TENTED CAMP

Each morning in camp follows the same rhythm; a gentle knock on your tent and hot water in your basin to rub the sleep from your eyes. You’ll be drawn to the campfire by the smell of coffee and home-baked muffins or fresh bread. In winter, enjoy a scrumptious breakfast before mounting up for a morning in the saddle. In Summer, head out early to make the most of the cooler mornings, then enjoy a well-deserved brunch after your morning ride.

Distances ridden each day are very much dependent on where wildlife is and the abilities of the whole group, but you may ride up to 40kms a day. Wherever possible there will be canters through the famous teak woodlands following ancient elephant paths that wind from pan to pan. These are sacred places – areas only accessible by horseback and where very few people have ever ventured.

Head back to camp for a refreshing lunch and a siesta, compulsory after your early start! Tea, coffee and a yummy treat will get you ready for your afternoon ride. Riding along the elephant trails and antelope paths, you never know what wildlife you might encounter! As the savanna opens up, enjoy a thrilling canter across the plains. Plenty of game can be seen from horseback including elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and possibly even lion or leopard. Return to camp for a cold sundowner drink, or refreshingly hot cup of tea, and another night around the campfire with much telling of tall horse tales.

On one of the days, you’ll have a full day of riding with a picnic lunch en-route to your new campsite. Camp is set up near waterhole zones, the site depending upon time of year and animal sightings. In the dark of night in the African bush we often here the trumpet of elephants coming down to drink. The mobile camps offer you the chance to see more of this extraordinary reserve. Possibly see big herds of elephants and buffalo drawn to the waterholes, towers of giraffe eating from the tall Camelthorn trees or dazzles of zebra and antelope grazing in the long grass.

Depending on wildlife sightings, you might head out for a guided nature walk or game drive into the bush. Walking in Hwange provides unparalleled game viewing and the opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of animal behaviour, tracking and the uses of plants in natural medicine. Game drives provide the opportunity to get closer to any big cats in the area or explore further afield.

DAY 7: IGANYANA TENTED CAMP

Today is your last day of riding in the National Park, enjoy a last exhilarating canter as you make your way back to Iganyana camp. This will require riding several kilometers to a meeting point where the horse truck will be waiting. The horses are unsaddled and rubbed down before being loaded up into the truck. You will continue to Iganyana on a game drive, enjoying some more wildlife viewing on the way. After seeing the horses settled back into their stables and finding your luxury tent, recharge with high tea or a dip in the pool. Perhaps there is time for a short nature walk around the camp, or an evening game drive before a last dinner.

DAY 8: DEPARTURE

Wake up to another wonderful day in Africa. If time allows, there might be time for an early morning game drive or ride before a scrumptious breakfast. After a leisurely breakfast, it is time to say a sad goodbye to the horses and your new-found friends. You’ll be transferred back to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight home. If you have some extra time in Africa, how about spending a few days exploring Victoria Falls, flying to Mana Pools National Park for canoeing or walking, or take a chartered flight to the magical Okavango Delta? So many amazing opportunities await on safari!

THE ACCOMMODATION

Iganyana tented camp.

From the spray of the mighty Victoria Falls, it’s an easy two-hour drive, or a quick 30-minute charter flight, to the seclusion of Iganyana Tented Camp. This Luxury Tented Camp is situated on a private concession just minutes from Hwange National Park. In the shade of the trees there is a dining and living area, leading to a raised wooden deck overlooking the waterhole. The large 15 tents are furnished with lovingly restored antiques and locally crafted wooden furniture. En-suite bathrooms are equipped with flush toilets, double vanities, and indoor showers with solar-powered hot water. There is a newly built swimming pool for a refreshing swim and the coolest elephant viewing spot in camp.

MOBILE CAMP

The mobile camp is made up of Meru Style tents with en-suite long-drop loos and hot bucket showers. Each tent has comfortable beds, luxury linen, and a covered porch with chairs to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. Food is prepared on the fire and eaten under the stars. Guests fall asleep to the sound of the night and their horses safely tucked away in their boma nearby. The camp is surrounded by an electric fence and moved once during the ride.

THE DESTINATION

Hwange national park.

Hwange National Park, the largest National Park in Zimbabwe is home to 400 different species of bird and 107 types of mammals including the Big 5. The landscape is predominantly flat with no mountains or kopjes in sight, making for some excellent riding conditions and unimpeded views of the vast amount of wildlife that call this area home. Throughout these pan fringe areas, numerous mammals roam amongst the wonderful woodlands, in particular elephants and giraffe, If that isn’t exciting enough there may also be the opportunity to sail over a natural jump or two!

TOUR GALLERY

HOW WE CARE FOR OUR HORSES

Our horseback adventures are hand-picked for their quality and care of their horses. Here’s how the horses at are kept in tip-top shape for your safaris. Our horses are on top of the hierarchy and receive very special care:

• There are 26 safari horses which are all very much part of the family
• Each horse has its own fitted tack which is inspected and cleaned after every ride
• Horses sleep in stables at the permanent camps or in a high boma while on mobile safari. During the day they are out in large paddocks or on picket lines when not being ridden
• They are bought in twice a day to be feed, checked, and brushed by the devoted grooms. They have plenty of natural grazing during the day as well as hay to eat during the night
• The team is all trained in natural horsemanship. They subscribe to the barefoot trimming principles and use natural horsemanship ideology when starting all the horses
• Often they take on some problem horses and have good success rate in getting them to have a productive and happy life as a safari horse

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Popular safaris, east & central africa, southern africa, set departures, top destinations, indian ocean islands, bush camping and walking in hwange, what is this safari about.

Hwange Bush Camp is a seasonal, semi-permanent camp offering exceptional game viewing right in the heart of the African bush.

Situated in the remote northern section of Hwange, the camp sits in the hilly countryside of Deteema Dam. Visitors to the area will be delighted by the scenic diversity found at the Robins Area with its huge open grass lands, natural springs and pumped water points. Game viewing activities include drives in open safari vehicles and guided walks with the camp’s professional guides, ensuring visitors are treated to a grass roots experience of the region which is both exciting and educational.

Nestled under a canopy of large trees, the Bush Camp caters for a maximum of 12 guests in six spacious and tastefully decorated twin bedded Meru tents. Each has its own private en-suite facilities which include flush toilets and a bush shower with hot water available upon request.

The camp is open each year from 1st May to 31st November and a fly camping option is also on offer for the more adventurous!

Who can go?

• This adventure is ideal for families, small groups or single travelers. People self-driving are also welcome.
• Children over the age of eight years old are welcome and are required to be under the supervision of a parent or a guardian at all times. In the evening, all children up to the age of 14 years old should be accompanied by one parent or legal guardian in the room.
• The age limit for children on a walking safari is 12 years and above, however this decision will be at the discretion of the guide in camp.

Why is this special?

• Being remote ensures an exclusive experience with few others around.
• Offering some of the best elephant experiences anywhere in Africa, especially in the dry season.
• Enjoy a wide variety of activities and explore the varied terrain which includes open plains and many water points.
• Experience a small, intimate and remote camp under a private canvas of trees.
• Very experienced guiding team, making for the BEST walking experience in Hwange.
• Enjoy excellent outside cooking and fresh local food. Special dietary requirements can be catered for upon request.
• Owner operated, eco-friendly and great service.
• Awesome fly camping option available.

Where is this?

Hwange Bush Camp is located inside the Hwange National Park, close to the south of Deteema Dam in the Robins Area of the park.

The camp is a four-hour drive from Victoria Falls and getting there is an adventure in itself! First we drive 125 km on a tar road before taking a 65 km game drive through the park to the camp. Transfers are arranged on request.

What should I expect to pay?

Rates are USD $500 per person, per night sharing with discounts available for May and November. Fly camping is USD $400 per person, per night.

These rates are fully inclusive and include all meals, beverages, accommodation, activities, laundry and Emergency Medical Evacuation cover. Also included are local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (imported and premium spirits can be arranged on request at the guest’s added expense).

Children aged eight to 12 years old will be charged 50% of the adult sharing rate.

What Extensions do you recommend?

Victoria Falls is an obvious and exciting extension to this adventure. There are also some great other lodges within Hwange allowing travelers to experience different terrain.

Accommodation varies from affordable to luxury ensuring there is something for all tastes and budgets.

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