From April to November, this magnificent, intimate safari camp on the eastern side of Mana Pools National Park offers countless adventures in the African wilderness. Wild animals roam freely between the seven tented suites: hippos cooling off in the river or elephants wandering through the shady groves are as spectacular as they are common. Family-friendly game drives, bird watching, bush walks, or boat trips on the Zambezi River create unforgettable memories that you can relive around the evening campfire and share with other guests over dinner.
Wilderness Chikwenya Camp offers you the ideal starting point and numerous activities to experience Mana Pools National Park and its diverse wildlife up close. Highlights include game drives, bush walks, bird watching, boat trips, and fishing on the Zambezi River, all of which are family- and child-friendly. Even relaxing afternoons by the pool can be spectacular, as passing elephants, antelopes, and hippos swimming in the river are frequent visitors. Without a doubt, African nature is the star here – and you are right in the middle of it.
The seven elegant tented suites are spread out along a wooden boardwalk and nestled in a grove of shady native trees that attract elephants, antelopes, and a variety of birds to the camp. Look forward to natural materials such as wood and canvas, large four-poster beds, and private decks with comfortable seating overlooking the floodplains. There are two family tents, each with a private pool. Light cream and beige tones and open bathrooms with a freestanding bathtub allow the accommodations to blend in with the surrounding wilderness.
The camp's menu features local dishes made with ingredients sourced in Zimbabwe, prepared in the traditional manner over hot coals and under the starry sky. Afternoon tea, snacks, and sundowners with canapés are served throughout the day, while dinner is a convivial, communal affair enjoyed once all guests have returned from their activities. If you decide to skip the game drive one evening, you can relax with a cocktail and watch the sun bathe the camp in deep orange hues before setting behind the steep slopes of the Rift Valley.
In the Zambezi Valley on the south side of the mighty river of the same name lies Wilderness Chikwenya, an intimate, sustainable safari camp that, thanks to its proximity to the water, exudes an exotic beach resort charm. Its unique location between Mana Pools National Park and the Sapi and Zambezi rivers offers you the unique opportunity to see a whole range of animals that have adapted to life on the river. Elephants, hippos, crocodiles, waterbucks, antelopes, and a variety of colorful birds are frequent visitors to the area. Seven elegant tents are available for your accommodation. They are spacious, bright, airy, designed with a mix of coastal chic and African influences, and are perfect for romantic getaways or family gatherings.
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