Zimbabwe

This is that perfect fully inclusive deal for romantic couples who want to experience the wonders of Victoria Falls and appreciate remote bush retreats in beautiful Botswana together as newlyweds. It all starts at the grand Edwardian Victoria Falls Hotel, followed by an idyll in a classic safari tent at lovely Linyanti Ebony Camp, then climaxes in paradise at the picturesque Khwai Leadwood Eco-Camp in a wildlife-rich community concession. Scenic helicopter flights over the Falls and Linyanti Marsh!

Somalisa Expeditions is about camping out in comfort in the wilds, watching elephants all day and learning more about their habitats. Observe lions enter the camp too, buffalo, antelope and many other species, including birds galore. Here, only 6 Meru-styled tented chalets peep out from their private havens in the acacia grove, all raised on wooden decks to absorb the extensive views around them. This camp has been designed to reflect the vintage safari days of yesteryear, elegant yet simply rustic.

Matetsi is a highly acclaimed luxe safari lodge set on the banks of the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls – the recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Best Lodge in Africa. One of the many top-flight safari lodges in Victoria Falls, it wins many votes as the best safari lodge on the Zimbabwe side. This idyllic river lodge offers spacious luxury pool suites in a spectacular riverfront location, warm personalized service delivered by an empowered staff, romantic riverside dining, and exceptional game drives on its own huge private game reserve.

At Linkwasha Camp, staff understand that guests want an authentic and immersive African experience, so they go out of their way to make this happen. Innovative game drives, walks, and birding excursions entertain and educate all visitors to the mind-blowing beauty of Hwange National Park. Yoga classes, massages, and sundowner trips to the nearby waterholes are additional relaxing activities at Linkwasha. We will tailor-make your tour to include a foray into Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park too!

Intimate and cosy, Davison’s Camp features only six spacious tents with private verandas and glorious showers – a picturesque main plush lounge, a dining area, and a bar. Everything is run on solar power to lighten the camp’s eco-footprint and Davison’s staff are dedicated to world-class game drives, walking safaris, and birdwatching. They are also committed to various conservation projects in magnificent Hwange National Park so feel the warmth of being part of their commitment to sustainability and conservation.

Find this picturesque resort and spa right on the captivating shores of Lake Kariba, boasting breath-taking views of the lake and surrounding hills. Bumi Hills is an ideal safari lodge destination for those seeking tranquillity – it’s also ideal for adventure and nature enthusiasts, fishermen and star gazers deluxe. Established in the 1970s as a luxury resort, Bumi Hills has evolved into one of the most popular destinations in Zimbabwe from its prime nest amid rolling hills, a pristine wilderness brimming with wild animals.

Spend a few quality game viewing days at a secret, sensational bush camp called Mana River Camp, deep inside the world-renowned Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe. Eco-friendly and friendly Mana River camp is the place to be with its solar power, recycled waste and chip boiler showers. All of the 6 large comfy canvas tents use solar power and their view of the great Zambezi is hypnotising. Elephants are frequent visitors, wandering around the unfenced area of this mobile camp, taken down at the end of every season before the rains come.

Mana Pools Safari Lodge is the only permanent luxury lodge in Mana Pools National Park so is attractive to those who prefer a solid hotel kind of accommodation in the bush will all those special features like Wi-Fi, dining and lounge areas, a modern swimming pool and sun deck and of course, super comfy chalets and more. Everything has been built into the environment to have as little impact as possible and the use of solar energy is also better for the environment.

This is the place to be, Ingwe Pan, in the heart of the award-winning Mana Pools National Park. All the 8 beautiful tents are set out along this large pan under the majestic trees and guests miss nothing as they absorb the beauty around them. Make the most of your canvas refuge with its indoor and outdoor shower, solar lighting and soft comfy double beds. Private decks are joined by neat wooden walkways to the rest of the camp where tranquillity awaits in the shady lounge cum dining area.

There is no shortage of outdoor entertainment at Elephant’s Eye Tented Camp with the ozone eco swimming pool, the game viewing at the waterhole from every angle of the lodge, the open plan lounge, bar and boma areas too. Enjoy some privacy in 8 luxury tented suites raised on wooden platforms to showcase this outlook over undulating landscapes. Indulge in hot showers, glorious bathtubs, views from the bed through large glass doors to the deck, and other mod cons essential for your comfort in the bush of Zimbabwe.

Chikwenya eco camp nestles in Mana Pools in its own concession and is one of the original camps offering safaris here in Mana Pools and on the Zambezi River. Just 7 luxury tents invite families and couples to experience the bushveld in its true wild state. Enjoy the romance of tranquil nature and hands on attention by professional staff and game rangers. Neat pine boardwalks link the canvas chalets with the main elevated lounge, bar, dining area and a very inviting swimming pool for hot Zimbabwe days.

Situated on its own private concession of some 10 000 ha, Verney's Camp is the perfect choice for big five safaris in Hwange - both day and night drives show guests a pristine wilderness where predator and prey do their dance, where huge old trees create shade and the floodplains shelter myriad birds and beasts. This is a safari par excellence at Verney’s Camp, named after Verney’s Pan, close to a remote corner of the game reserve free from other tourists. A little gem of luxury accommodation where the elephant herds tread.

Old Drift Lodge is an eco-lodge with an old history which management wants to share with their guests – get in touch with the wilderness and the conservation of natural resources. Arrive in a stylish boat, jump out and find the right suite for your needs – families will love their large spacious tents with extra beds, and decks where kids can learn about the stars and nocturnal animals. Immerse yourself in the amazing outdoor bath with bubbles while listening to the river running past. The lodge itself is reminiscent of that colonial safari era - classic furniture and service!

Embark on the African safari of a lifetime when you spend 2 treasured nights at the legendary Victoria Falls Hotel in Zimbabwe and experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World, 2 nights at the romantic and remote Linyanti’s Ebony Camp, deep inside the magical Okavango Delta, then 2 nights at the soulful wildlife-rich concession, Khwai Leadwood Camp, in the awe-inspiring Moremi Game Reserve. A honeymoon or family holiday in the best destinations Africa has to offer!

MANA POOLS NATIONAL PARK - ZIMBABWE - Bear witness to the beauty of nature in its purest form without compromising on the luxuries of modern civilization at Kanga Bush Camp.

Elephant Bedroom Camp offers luxury in a setting of breath taking beauty. It is set along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River and shaded by doum palms and other trees that make up this green belt of riverine forest in Samburu National Reserve.

Huge old winter thorn trees shade this traditional camp, ‘Mondoro’ meaning lion in the local Goba language - the people honour a mythical white lion that used to live nearby in this Lower Zambezi National Park region. Old Mondoro is wild and free, just like this old lion, the sister camp to Chiawa Camp with the same family values and hands-on hospitality. This is one of the last true bush camps that highly respects all wild animals, a remote and private space where guests can enjoy their private deck views over the strongly flowing Zambezi waters.

Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located only 8 minutes away from the spectacular Victoria Falls, making it the closest hotel to the World Heritage Site, where guests can almost feel the spray! Choose from 73 stylish, well-appointed spacious rooms, featuring ultimate luxury with modern amenities and splendid views. The award-winning Palm Restaurant is famous for its gourmet cuisine so sit in awe at the spray and hear the thunder from the Victoria Falls out on the patio. The Ra-Ikane fleet of boats promises thrilling cruises with meals and drinks, sundowners and breakfasts.

If you are looking for exclusive wildlife viewing, then The Elephant Camp is definitely the place for you. Superbly placed within the Victoria Falls National Park in a private concession, this safari lodge is ideal for guests in search of a tranquil and relaxed safari experience away from the crowds.

Set in lush tropical gardens with lily ponds, palm trees and semi-tropical shrubs, the Victoria Falls Hotel provides the tranquillity and seclusion that many guests seek. The famous Victoria Falls is just a ten-minute walk away on the hotel’s private pathway, and “the smoke that thunders” is clearly audible and visible from this luxurious landmark. A majestic Edwardian-style hotel built in the 1900s, it depicts a bygone era of grand travel. Recently revamped, this holiday resort in Zimbabwe now combines the charisma of the old with the amenities of the new to create the most outstanding accommodation.

Victoria Falls River Lodge invites all visitors into its extensive, sunny open-plan dining, lounge and bar areas between outdoor activities and there is a welcoming fitness centre and the pampering Toa Spa for much-loved beauty and therapeutic treatments. Explore the Zambezi National Park in 4x4 vehicles to find game or get on a boat and cruise the river, do some exhilarating tiger fishing and some amazing canoeing to find diverse and colourful bird species. Families have so much fun here, just 10 minutes from the actual Vic Falls.

Bushveld indulgence at its best. This family-friendly resort in the heart of an unspoiled wilderness sprawls on the banks of the Zambezi River, affording guests a perfect haven to relax and indulge in the quiet ambiance of Africa’s wild life and nature. Enjoy contemporary amenities and services when you pick from one of the lodge’s 83 superbly appointed rooms.

SOUTHERN ZIMBABWE - ZIMBABWE - Combine the best of wildlife viewing and culture at Camp Amalinda. Discover the 2,000 rock paintings that depict the daily lives of an ancient tribe and enjoy excellent game viewing. Go there for rewarding leopard spotting and absorb the mystical aura of this magical place.

SOUTHERN ZIMBABWE - ZIMBABWE - Enjoy the ultimate safari in style at Singita Pamushana Lodge. Immerse yourself in the unspoiled African wilderness where you dictate the pace of your experience.

Located in the legendary Mana Pools National Park, Ruckomechi enjoys astounding views across the Zambezi to the towering escarpment on the Zambian side of the river. Albida trees provide both shade and seed pods that are beloved of elephants, meaning that these charismatic creatures are never far away. Such terrific outdoor accommodation in Zimbabwe, Ruckomechi Camp sleeps 20 lucky guests in 10 fantastical tented chalets - including a romantic honeymoon suite. Cleverly designed, each room is like its own work of art.

If you are all about classic safari style adventure, then this camp is definitely it. Enjoy unpretentious luxury in 5 mobile tents, complete with campaign furniture and open-air bucket showers to boot. Spend your days immersed in nature before returning to alfresco dining on the banks of the famous Zambezi River.

HWANGE NATIONAL PARK - ZIMBABWE - Standing on tree stilted platforms next to a large water hole that in season attracts elephants in their hundreds, this stunning Hwange accommodation comprises 7 thatched tree house style rooms as well as 2 striking tented presidential suites. Make this lodge your home for a few days of explosive wildlife encounters in an unspoiled wilderness.

The Hide Safari Camp, one of the few luxury Zimbabwe bushveld camps located in the Hwange National Park itself features a popular watering hole close to the tented accommodation and very high densities of game nearby. Yes, The Hide promises some of the best game viewing opportunities in the region. Find 10 luxury tented suites brimming with space and classic safari style catering for only 20 guests - cooling thatched roofs and neat private verandas complete the heavenly picture of nature and wildlife.

HWANGE NATIONAL PARK - ZIMBABWE - This small tented camp affords guests a wonderfully intimate stay, far from the crowds. There is never a dull moment here, with your holiday spent observing a wide variety of wildlife. You don’t need to wander far to watch animals as they frequent the watering hole all day long. Book a stay at Somalisa Acacia for access to some explosive game viewing opportunities.

Located just 2 km off the main Victoria Falls road, the lodge is easily accessible, yet still affords the consummate feeling of secluded bliss in a genuinely untouched African paradise. You too can enjoy this unrivaled experience and the 5-star facilities and service afforded at this exquisite lodge. Feel like an intrepid explorer on walking safaris, getting a glimpse of the untamed African wilderness in all its glory.

Visit an awesome UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. The Victoria Falls is worth seen from a helicopter or a bungee jump. See huge herds of elephants while enjoying the tranquillity of the renowned Chobe Riverfront. Spot lions lurking in the shade of huge indigenous trees while hippos grunt and Fish Eagles cry. Then, when you get to the Okavango Delta wilderness, you will see real wildlife in action. Experience this huge floodplain brimming with plant and animal life in a desert setting.

Join this incredible 10-night safari if you who want to maximise your game viewing experience by combining journeys into Botswana and Zimbabwe. This blitz tour offers thrilling scenery variations – from the wetlands of the delta to the arid regions of Hwange National Park, then back to the flowing rivers of the mighty Zambezi River. Explore the wonders of Moremi Game Reserve, Mana Pools, Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls – sensational wildlife and adrenalin rushing fun.

Rohan Vos was always a man of vision, an entrepreneur and when he launched Rovos Rail, little did he know what a huge success it would be. Imagine travelling through the South African and African countryside in a luxury coach brimming with authentic Victorian history, world class service and opulence at your fingertips?