African Bush Camps

Kanga Bush Camp has six tents set in the heart of Mana Pools National Park. The main area of the camp is on decking overlooking the pan. A relaxing lounge area under the shade of large trees overlooks the splash pool and pan. 

There is the choice of taking game drives in open-topped four-wheel drive vehicles or walking with professional guides. The opportunity to leave one's vehicle and track game on foot is an experience rare in the national parks of Africa and in Mana Pools in particular this provides the visitor with the chance to track game in safety with an experienced professional guide. Other activities include night drives as well as canoeing which is organised on request.

Game abounds on the flood plains and in the Mopane woodlands of Mana Pools. Kanga Pan particularly attracts great game in big concentrations as it is the only water found in the floodplain above the river. The predators, including lion, wild dog and leopard are often sighted and large concentrations of buffalo can be found in the Mopane woodland and open plains studded with Ilala Palms. Kudu, zebra, impala and waterbuck can be seen on the surrounding plains. Elephant take advantage of the plentiful "albida" trees in the area. Bird watching is also a great attraction of the area.

Linked stories:

Kanga Bush Camp opens in Mana

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Email: info@africanbushcamps.com
Web: www.africanbushcamps.com

Bushlife Safaris

Bushlife Safaris  includes Vundu Camp, Little Vundu Tented Camp, Ruwesi Canoe Trails and Mobile Safaris to Chitake Spring.
 
Vundu Camp is "canvas under thatch"- type accommodation, with a 3m raised teak deck under thatch for the  main dining area. There are 7 rooms, including a family room and a honeymoon suite.

Little Vundu Tented Camp is located 3km upstream of the main Vundu Camp. This camp is designed for those looking for the traditional tented safari experience. There are 5 tents, each is 5.5m x 4.5m , so they are spacious with an open air bathroom behind the tent with flush loos and bucket showers.

Activities from both Vundu and Little Vundu include game drives, walking and canoeing in Mana Pools National Park.

Ruwesi Canoe Trails is a mobile canoe safari which covers the whole length of the Mana Pools section of the Zambezi River. These trips can be 3-5 days long including a stay at Vundu /Little Vundu before going on the mobile. This is for those looking for a real adventure.

Camps to Chitake Spring in the south end of the Mana Pools National Park near the escarpment, are on request. We also guide safaris to Rhino Camp in the Matusadona National Park, where we concentrate on tracking the Black Rhino

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Email: murcat@zol.co.zw
Web: www.bushlifesafaris.com

Co-ordinating Zimbabwe

Representing  properties throughout the country, Co-Ordinating Zimbabwe Central Reservations specializes in small Camps, Lodges and Houseboats - if you can sleep in it, we can book it! 

Holiday budgets to suit all pockets as well as tailor-made itineraries are just some of the options we offer.  Special packages, Adventure Tours and Family breaks from self catering right up through to Luxury Lodges.  We also offer the specialist services of a German-speaking interpreter.

Road transfers, internal flights and activities can be built into your holiday arrangements. 

Reservations office for Inns of Zimbabwe and Top Of The Range.

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Email: cozim@coz.co.zw
Web: www.cozimafrica.com

Experience Africa Safaris

We offer exclusive, tailor-made safaris in Zimbabwe, utilizing the best camps and operators to ensure you enjoy Zimbabwe's incredible wilderness and wildlife. Safaris can include walking, driving, canoeing and on horse-back: all with the aim of getting you up-close and personal with the African bush and its vast variety of wild animals and birdlife. Contact us to Experience Africa like it should be!

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Email: belinda@xafricasafaris.com
Web: www.xafricasafaris.com

Natureways Safaris

Natureways is a 22 year old company that specializes in mobile safaris for small groups of between 6 and 8 guests.
 
Our core product is canoeing down the mighty Zambezi River. We have different canoe safari packages for different tastes and budgets.
 
We also offer very popular mobile tented camps in Mana Pools National Park (our camps are put up and down exclusively for your trip).
 
Natureways also offers ground handling and tour operation services covering the whole of Zimbabwe. Our services are especially suitable for foreign independent travellers who are looking for something extra special.

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Email: bookings@natureways.com
Web: www.natureways.com

Riverhorse Safaris

River Horse Safaris has been operating the Lower Zambezi River in Zambia for the past 16 years specializing in canoeing safaris geared towards the outdoor enthusiast.
 
These safaris run the entire length of the middle Zambezi passing through the Mana Pools flood plains and the Lower Zambezi National Park.
 
A wide range of canoeing options is available to suit every requirement with walking and game drives included on selected canoeing safaris. Regular road transfers from Lusaka to the Zambezi River ensure easy accessibility to the safari area.
 
Road transfers between Lusaka and Kariba are also provided servicing the houseboat trade.

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Email: zambezi@iwayafrica.com
Web: www.zambezicanoeing.com

Sunpath Safaris

Owner-run tented camps and canoe safaris in the Zambezi Valley.  Our small, hands-on team has been giving lovers of wild places a true wilderness experience for 30 years. Our guides will share their vast knowledge of the flora and fauna with you. We keep wilderness wild and leave a minimal environmental footprint.
 
Tented camps - Mana Pools/Chitake
All-inclusive mobile safari camps in Mana Pools with a leading professional guide. Enjoy walking, game drives, fishing or day canoe trips.  An "up close and personal" wildlife experience at Chitake Springs.
Canoe safari - Zambezi River
Chirundu to Mana Pools: 4 days, 3 nights (all year) - departing Tuesdays.  A 75-km participatory river adventure, overnighting on islands.  Additional nights in Mana Pools or safaris from Kariba to Chewore or Kanyemba can be arranged.
Canoe/walking safari - Mana Shoreline/Zambezi River A combination of canoeing the Zambezi River and walking along the Mana Pools shoreline between 3 overnight canoe stops.

Sailing Safaris
Sail your own 30ft Wharram catamaran on Lake Kariba, accompanied by a mother ship with an experienced skipper, and walk in the Matusadona National Park with a professional guide.  
Houseboats on Lake Kariba
Cruise on a fully-equipped houseboat.  Explore the secret bays and inlets of Zimbabwe's "inland sea".
Escorted self-drive conservation tours
Self-drive Zambezi Valley adventures in your own 4x4, with experienced wilderness conservationists and guides.

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Email: sunpath@mweb.co.zw
Web: www.sunpathsafaris.com

The Zambezi Safari & Travel Co Ltd

Established in Kariba in 1995, the company serves the Zambezi Valley as a Central Booking Office with an emphasis on privately guided safaris, canoe and walking safaris from tented camps and safari lodges primarily in Matusadona and Mana Pools.

We play harp to different schools of African addicts from young adventurers (a small handful of whom saw Africa's busiest routes on shoestrings in overland trucks decades ago and now return to enjoy civilised enclaves in comfort) to discerning travellers (who've been served the finest safaris at some point, found a happy chord on the Zambezi and return to experience the most rudimentary trips). 

Whatever the tastes and budget we're always on the lookout for people with a healthy sense of adventure. 

Speak to our team of experienced professionals - "Main Camp" is in the UK, "fly camps" are in Kariba and Victoria Falls.

We're ATOL licensed and ATTA members.

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Email: info@zambezi.com
Web: www.zambezi.com

Wilderness Safaris

Wilderness Safaris operates Ruckomechi Camp, in Mana Pools National Park.  The camp was rebuilt in 2008 at a new site on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River: low walkways connect the tents to the main area, the decor takes inspiration from recycled materials and hand-decorated furniture, and tent views maximise the Zambezi River floodplain.

The Mana Canoe Trail is a 3 night/4 day safari, running the full length of the Mana Pools shoreline, a perfect trip for the more adventurous! Canoeing on the river is complemented with guided walks tracking game!

Contact our offices in Victoria Falls  for more information.

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Email: MaureenV@Wilderness-Safaris.com
Web: www.wilderness-safaris.com

Zim 4x4

ZIM4X4 provides a range of services to responsible, conservation-minded 4x4 owners who wish to visit the Kariba and Zambezi Valley region of Zimbabwe.
 
Accompanied self-drive tours are led by Dick Pitman, the vice-chair of The Zambezi Society and an experienced 4x4 driver, author and wilderness photographer. Facilities can include qualified wildlife guides, canoe guides and other specialists as required.
 
Unaccompanied 4x4 drivers can take advantage of the ZIM4x4 backup service, which provides a contact point in case of vehicle or other problems, and of an Advisory Service that advises on accommodation, routes, vehicle requirements and other topics.
 

Linked news stories:

Putting Zim back on the Map

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Email: info@zim4x4.co.zw; pitman@zol.co.zw
Web: www.zim4x4.co.zw

GOKARIBA.COM

Gokariba.com is a privately owned business based in Kariba.
 
We have 4 main entities: www.gokariba.com, is our search engine for you to advertise your business; gokariba-houseboats assists you with every aspect of your cruise on the lake; gokariba-booking agents is for all your accommodation (other than houseboats) and tailor made safaris, group bookings etc. Lastly, gokariba-management is dedicated to stakeholders who have valuable assets in Kariba, i.e. a houseboat, speedboat, house, holiday home or lodge and who require a management team to take on their upkeep.
 
We are an umbrella facility providing a one-stop source of information and a news service to everyone who has a stake in and around Kariba; or who has simply had their heart stolen by the magic of Africa.

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Email: kiarahammond@iwayafrica.com
Web: www.gokariba.com

John Stevens Guided Safaris Africa

Our safari service provides options for privately guided safaris. Alternatively you can travel independently.
 
John and his wife Nicci draw on their vast knowledge of Zimbabwe's Zambezi Valley (prior to setting up his own safari business John was warden of Matusadona and Mana Pools National Parks and built Chikwenya Safari Camp) to create a bespoke safari especially suited to your individual needs.
 
Over 25 years of experience and contacts ensure that your safari runs smoothly, whether you choose to carry a back pack and walk through the Zambezi Escarpment wilderness sleeping under the stars, or stay in a luxury tented camp or lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River

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Email: john@johnstevenssafaris.com
Web: www.johnstevenssafaris.com

Premier Travel and Tours/Premier Holidays and Destination Management

Premier Travel & Tours has been offering world-class travel solutions since 1995.  It won the AZTA Best Travel Agency Award in 2008 and 2009, and has also been voted Top Agent for all the major airlines.

Together with its new, affiliate company, Premier Holidays and Destination Management it is based  in Harare and provides you with a one stop-shop, offering assistance with all local and international flights as well as holiday arrangements including transfers, car hire, adventure-orientated safaris and special packages with a range of accommodation and tour options, incorporating not only Kariba and the Valley but all the unique destinations in Zimbabwe.

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Email: info@premier.co.zw; holidays@premier.co.zw
Web: www.premier.co.zw

Run Wild Safaris

Run Wild Safaris - Zimbabwe's premium consultancy
www.runwildafricansafaris.com

• Focus on selling custom designed tours, group tours, extensions and complete packages.
• In-bound destination management and tour consultant offering competitive rates to agents worldwide and specializing in tailor made tours throughout Southern Africa.
• Offer full ground handling services and transfers throughout Zimbabwe.
• 20 years established with guaranteed fast and efficient reservations service available, seven days a week.

Harare, Zimbabwe     
2 Beit Ave, Milton Park     
Tel:  +263 4 251551-7     
Cell: +263 912 704007     

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe     
Cnr Acacia/Baobab Drives
Tel: +263 13 40329      
Cell: +263 912 806928 

Email: runwild@hrib.co.zw; dwilley@africaonline.co.zw

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Email: runwild@hrib.co.zw; dwilley@africaonline.co.zw
Web: www.runwildafricansafaris.com

SOAZ - Safari Operators Association of Zimbabwe

SOAZ is the private sector Association which assists its Safari Operator members in the business running of their operations. Members' activities include photographic safaris and accommodation in the wilderness, as well as hunting operations in designated areas. SOAZ will assist prospective visitors in obtaining information on activities available. They also keep operators up to date on official requirements regarding the licensing and running of tourism facilities in Zimbabwe.

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Email: soaz@mweb.co.zw
Web: www.soaz.net

Tiger Bay Resort & Chura Bush Camp - Conquest Tours Pvt Ltd

Tiger Bay Resort nestles in shady forest on the west bank of the Ume River overlooking the mountains of the magnificent Matusadona National Park, on Lake Kariba's southern shores.

The resort accommodates a total of 34 guests in 12 thatched 2 or 4 bed en suite, comfortably furnished, A-framed chalets overlooking the river.  The focal point of the complex is a spacious entertainment and dining area with an upstairs bar and lounge overlooking the swimming pool.

Rates are fully-inclusive of meals and two activities a day, including game drives, game cruises, fishing, guided walks and a bush dinner.  Fishing rods, tackle and binoculars are available at no charge for guests.

Chura Bush Camp, a few hundred metres down-river from the resort, offers a comfortable, fully serviced, self-catering option.  It comprises six double tent-under-thatch rooms, with en suite hot water showers, a comfortable dining room/lounge/bar incorporating a viewing platform, and an entertainment area with swimming pool and BBQ facility.  Power is by generator (fuel inclusive) and wood, ice and freezer-fridge facilities are available to guests.

Bookings are done through Conquest Tours

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Email: tours@conquesttours.co.zw

Warthogs Pub & Cameron Harvey Safaris

Cameron Harvey Safaris is an owner-operated company which organises safaris around Zimbabwe for individuals and small groups, designed to suit your budget, time frame, interests and dreams. We introduce you to real people, take you to real places and show you real life.
 
Warthogs is a small, friendly pub and budget camp on the shores of Lake Kariba. Despite our proximity to urban life, we are nestled in the heart of the bush and the wildlife.  We have a pool, bar and pub food on site and kids are most welcome.  Our basic, self-catering accommodation in A-frames, family chalets and tree houses is undergoing refurbishment and currently not available to visitors. 

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Email: relax@warthogs.co.zw
Web: www.warthogs.co.zw