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Zambezi Expeditions

ZIMBABWE

6 Luxury Tents
Main Area Plunge Pool
Ages 12+
Solar Power
Mana Pools National Park

An exclusive mobile camp overlooking the majestic Zambezi River

Become One with the Wild on This Exclusive Zimbabwe Safari 

Zambezi Expeditions is situated within Mana Pools National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprised of four permanent watering holes that attract wildlife year-round. Located directly on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Zambezi Expeditions falls nothing short of extraordinary. Allow the soothing sounds of the River to lull you to sleep as you listen out for the soft thud of elephant footsteps through camp. Embrace the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the rhythms of Africa: real and remote.  

Upon arrival, explore breathtaking landscapes in the form of floodplains, grasslands, and riverine forests. Dive into a range of bespoke safari activities, including game drives, canoeing safaris, and catch-and-release fishing trips. Led by your local professional guide, walking safaris are ideal for exploring Mana Pools National Park on foot. From elephant and buffalo to lion and leopard, and even the elusive wild dog, every encounter at Zambezi Expeditions is mesmerizingly close and unforgettably captivating.  

Zambezi Expeditions offers the perfect blend of comfort and connection to nature. Experience barriers dissolving as only canvas and gauze separate you from the African bush. The shared common area features a comfortable lounge and a spacious dining table, as well as a complete bar set up. Refresh and unwind by the main area plunge pool and spend the evening under the starry African sky as you share the day’s adventures around the glow of the fire. Zambezi Expeditions is powered predominantly by solar power, with charging facilities in the main area.  

The Experience features six luxury tents that perfectly combine comfort and elegance. Each luxury tent is equipped with safari-style rain showers, king-size beds, and floor-to-ceiling mesh windows. Accommodating just 12 guests at a time, expect an exclusive experience amid the remote beauty of Mana Pools National Park.  

Zambezi Expeditions is the adventure: gripping, immersive, and intimate.  

PLAN YOUR SAFARI

Activities

  • Game Drives
  • Canoeing
  • Walking Safaris
  • Fishing
  • Bird Watching

Hear from our guests

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    Zambezi Expeditions.

    This was our last safari camp (of 4) on our recent trip to Zimbabwe and what a high to end our holiday on. From the moment we arrived to the day we left we enjoyed every moment. Peter our guide looked after us so well and we enjoyed our time in his company. We felt that it was so important for him that we got the best experience from our stay in Zambezi expeditions, that his care, enthusiasm and knowledge were faultless.

    B8782HSsuzannem 11 July 2024
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    Do not stay anywhere else!

    For the first time in our lives, we did not want to leave and go home. The staff, food, and accommodations were amazing. Please do the canoe trip and fishing, you won’t regret. We had our own safari guide Cloud, and he was extremely knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our questions. The location is perfect, and we saw so many animals without crowds of people. A once in a lifetime trip, but we will be back!!!!.

    Crystalg952 13 July 2024
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    You can’t beat this camp in Mana Pools.

    I loved it here at Zambezi Expeditions. The comfortable beds/pillows/tents, the location on the Zambezi, excellent food and drink, and most of all, the amazingly warm and wonderful staff. If you want to feel like family, this is the place to go. We were fortunate to have Cloud as our guide and I always felt safe and looked after with him along. 
    We were able to do walking safaris every day, getting safely close to Boswell and other elephants, spent time with a bunch of wild dogs, on the ground photographing hippos, you name it. There was a bull elephant that frequented the bushes and trees just outside my tent (between 3&4) a couple days and elephants commonly came near the main reception area of the camp. 
    Amazing place in the best location with the kindest and most attentive staff. I actually cried when we drove off. 

    Janet Corradini 9 November 2023

Suggested Itineraries

  • 6 nights
    Private: Authentic Mana Pools
    From USD 4 050
    per person sharing

    Explore the magic of Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park on this 6-day authentic African safari adventure. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mana Pools is one of the few places to experience a rich array of close-up wildlife via land, water, and walking safaris. Spend 3 nights at Zambezi Expeditions and 3 nights at Kanga Expeditions.

  • 8 nights
    Authentic Zimbabwe
    From USD 4 910
    per person sharing

    Our Authentic Zimbabwe safari has been especially curated for the traveller in search of exceptional wildlife experiences, breathtaking landscapes and experiencing the rich cultural heritage of the people in this majestic country.

  • 8 nights
    Luxury Zimbabwe
    From USD 4 900
    per person sharing

    Experience a luxurious Zimbabwe safari like no other. Tailored to a variety of different wildlife experiences from the wildly luxurious to the wildly adventurous.

Our Foundation Projects

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Mambanje Community Garden

Food security and access to healthy food and produce are major challenges faced by communities surrounding our camps. The Mambanje community is located near the Hwange National Park border. This community has about 160 households in the community. The scarcity of food in this community has a massive impact on the livelihoods of the communities with many struggling to feed their families.

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Mana Ranger Anti-poaching Unit

Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park is one of Southern Africa’s most remote and idyllic wildlife destinations. It is an acclaimed UNESCO world heritage site. Being so remote and secluded on two countries’ borders makes it an attractive target for wildlife poaching.

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Mangwara Primary School

Mola rural district (village) is located parallel to the Bumi wildlife area and is roughly a 1.5-hour drive from our Bumi Hills Safari lodge in Kariba Zimbabwe. The Mola community is a population of 10,000 people which makes up about 2000 households. The community has poor road infrastructure, no network, electricity or running water.