Hideaways

There are few safari camps that are as unique and private as Hideaways Bumbusi Wilderness Camp. This camp’s historical ruins site and secluded game viewing offer guests the chance to experience a Zimbabwean safari with a difference. Located in a reclaimed corner of Hwange National Park where gorges, riverines, and hills are ideal for safari lovers, especially those who enjoy exploring on foot. The camp is tucked beneath a lush forest of mahogany and jackalberry trees, which provide a shady escape for wildlife, especially elephants during the drier season. In addition to the walking and game drive experience, visiting the Bumbusi National Monument adds a historical richness to any safari and is located a short drive from camp.

Mogotlho Safari Lodge emanates the essence of Africa and delivers an intimate Botswana holiday on the Khwai River. This Khwai River safari lodge, bordered by the Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve, is a choice for the conscious safari enthusiast. The luxury tented camp is built off-grid, seamlessly blending into the lush natural surroundings. Guests can immerse themselves into a true African experience with an array of excursions on offer, including game drives and walking safaris, guided and hosted by Mogotlho’s passionate guide team.

Each of the 13 tents at this Botswana safari camp has been placed to ensure unspoiled panoramic views of the African bush. With each tent having an unspoilt view of the Khwai River, there will be ample opportunity to observe the local wildlife and ever-changing landscape from the privacy of your balcony.

A unique, small and intimate eco-lodge reclaimed from a bygone era for true safari lovers who want to get off the beaten track and discover the pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife of Northern Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe.

Perched up on a bluff overlooking a large dam with resident crocodile and hippo, the lodge boasts one of the best views in the park.

Built from the foundations of an old Zimparks outpost, and using as many eco principles as possible, the refurbished lodge embodies the very essence of conservation and responsible tourism by re-purposing, preserving and celebrating the natural heritage of the site.

A hidden gem within a hidden gem, Nantwich is a lodge to which you’ll want to return again and again. Receive front row seats to one of the best wildlife stages in Africa and play an active role in your own safari experience. The stage is set for interactive experiences with our passionate team, their intimate knowledge of the wilderness area and your dreams of a truly memorable safari holiday. Wonderfully remote, there are fewer people in this part of the park and excellent game viewing awaits. The lodge provides exceptional views and extensive walking safari opportunities – for a truly immersive African wildlife experience.

Become a Hwange expert through guided bush walks and game drives. When not busy exploring the surrounding bush or spying wildlife right from your chalet, the Main Lodge is where you will find the open lounge and dining area, as well as a well-equipped library. Here, you won’t just be a visitor but a budding conservationist or African wildlife enthusiast. Your first fun fact? This part of the park has the highest density of lions in the park and those in the know refer to it as Big Cat country.

For the first time visitor to Africa looking to experience the continent’s remarkable wildlife in an authentic setting or the seasoned safari traveller looking to get off the beaten track and away from crowds and other vehicles, Nantwich is the perfect one-stop African destination.

Camp Kuzuma is a boutique eco-lodge in Botswana that borders Chobe National Park and Hwange National Park.   Found in an exceptional safari area made up of vast open plains and a forest reserve, that form part of a busy wildlife corridor.  

The seven well-appointed tents are incredibly spacious, boasting deep Victorian baths and king-sized beds draped in mosquito nets.   With a true commitment to eco-tourism, the camp is completely off the grid yet offers all the comforts guests may desire on their Botswana Safari Experience.

Every new day is announced by the gentle hum and rhythmic beat of African drums, rousing guests for another day of riveting wildlife experiences in the wilds of Botswana. The boutique safari camp is found in a busy animal corridor and part of an ancient elephant migratory route, the area is splendidly full of wildlife but impressively empty of other people besides our guests and camp staff, making it a true hideaway.

The stone and canvas suites have charmingly luxurious old-world touches such as high-backed Victorian baths, leather couches, and silver trays & teapots interspersed with distinctly Botswanan accents. Your tent has a private viewing deck as well as a refreshing outdoor shower. In the main area, a rim-flow pool overlooks the busy waterhole where herds of elephants drink and bathe, and during the dry season other animals line up to wait their turn. The sunken fire pit just off the deck is a space that invites quiet contemplation in the cool afternoon breeze and a gathering place for bush tales around the campfire in the evening. Look forward to Boma dinners under the stars and a Shebeen Chic experience, a down to earth dinner with a delightfully local African flavour.

Our expert guides will astound you with their knowledge of fauna and flora as will the amount of wildlife to discover. Besides journeying through the bush in an open-air safari vehicle, guests also have the incredible opportunity to experience the area by water! A Chobe River boat cruise is an absolute must-do, hippos and crocodiles bask in the sun on the banks of the river while elephants get right in the water and walk across to the other side – an up close and personal experience! 

It’s said that when it comes to building an outstanding safari destination, location is everything. If that’s truly the case then Amava River Lodge has everything in abundance and more. Set on a sweeping bend of the Olifants River in the far north of the Balule Game Reserve—part of the world-renowned Greater Kruger—this new tented camp offers breathtaking views both upstream and down from its elevated perch on the southern bank.

Here, the wide river is scattered with sandbars and phragmites reeds that attract abundant birdlife. Tall grasses feed vast herds of elephant and buffalo, while deeper pools shelter hippos and crocodiles. Towering riparian trees provide shade for the camp and cover for both predators and prey—from stealthy leopards to elusive Pel’s fishing owls.

Tucked away under the leafy canopy, the camp becomes one with its surroundings. Raised on wooden walkways to limit the impact on the sensitive riverbank, it appears and disappears in patches of dancing and ever-changing light – a mystical haven that whispers of adventure and the spirit of wild Africa. Irresistible… Alluring… Beguiling…

Located on the doorstep of the Moremi Game Reserve and famed Khwai region in the Okavango Delta, sits the blissful Mankwe Tented Retreat. This sanctuary-style lodge is tucked away in a grove of mopane trees and mysterious woodlands in one of the most coveted regions of Botswana. The retreat is constructed from natural light wood, ensuring a sense of harmony with its forested surroundings.

Simplistically stylish, Mankwe Tented Retreat offers its visitors an unbeatable location close to both land and water-based safari activities. On-site activities include game drives on the concession which spills into the Khwai riverfront area. Further afield, guests can enjoy full-day excursions into the Moremi and boating on the Okavango Delta.

In total, there are 10 tented suites each with a private viewing deck with views of the wilderness. The tranquil main area of the lodge houses a swimming pool, dining and lounge area, and small relaxation enclaves that effortlessly flow through the pool area. If that's not enough, there's a small spa treatment room, private lounge area, and a second pool section complete with a chill area, sun loungers and the quintessential pool bar.

Imagine a landscape framed by a collection of shady rain trees, just 50 meters above the bustling Chitake River, where the riverbed attracts wildlife in search of water. It’s in this corner of paradise that you’ll discover Hideaways Mhara River Camp, a pristine private camp, hidden away in an area that was untouched for centuries. Located in Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hideaways Mhara River Camp offers spectacular wildlife experiences for all.

You’ll have incredible encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalo, as well as spotting rare bird species, notably the African Pitta, all of which will delight avid birdwatchers.

It is because of our passion for preserving and protecting this corner of paradise that we invite you to join us for a truly unique safari experience, where you can witness the wildlife in our concession up close, while still ensuring safety for both guests and animals alike.

Tucked beneath towering camelthorn trees, Camelthorn Bush Camp is an authentic tented camp set deep in the heart of the African bush, near Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe Corridor, with easy access to Khwai River. Perfect for those seeking a rustic safari experience in one of Botswana’s most wildlife-dense regions, offering a raw, no-frills adventure in the wilderness.

The camp’s Oasis Tents provide a simple yet comfortable retreat, blending in with the earthy surroundings. Here, the focus is on experiencing the raw beauty of the bush—whether you’re tracking big game on game drives, drifting through the waterways on a mokoro excursion, or sitting around the bonfire as sounds of the wild fill the air. With bucket showers, solar-powered lighting, and a commitment to minimizing our environmental footprint, Camelthorn offers the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with nature.