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Somalisa Expeditions

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5 Luxury Tents
1 Luxury Family Tent
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Hwange National Park

A Remarkable, Immersive Experience in Hwange National Park

Embrace Adventure and Discover Africa on This Unforgettable Zimbabwe Safari 

Somalisa Expeditions is our off-the-beaten-track Experience situated within Hwange National Park – Zimbabwe’s largest and most renowned wildlife reserve. From the arid fringes of the Kalahari Desert to the dense mopane and teak woodlands, this expansive Park boasts a diverse range of landscapes, ecosystems, and wildlife, offering an authentic Zimbabwe safari. Every wildlife encounter at Somalisa Expeditions is close up; mesmerizing and captivating.  

Activities

At Somalisa Expeditions, embark on incredible morning and afternoon game drives and witness the beauty of Zimbabwe on immersive walking safaris.  Experience the remarkable in-camp Elephant Pool, a natural extension of the property (where the elephants come and drink in the heat of the day). Capture unforgettable moments from our dedicated photography hide, designed to enhance your safari with close up shots of magnificent wildlife. Additionally, experience a dreamy night under the starry night sky at Somalisa Sleep-Out – a romantic treehouse retreat overlooking a watering hole just fifteen minutes from camp. 

Design

This Experience is seamlessly enveloped within its surroundings, featuring earthy hues of ochre and green. Its Zimbabwean influenced decor and organic textures showcase local art and craftsmanship. The cozy lounge invites relaxation – perfect for reading, drawing and journaling – while the spacious dining table offers an ideal setting for shared meals among friends and family. A refreshing plunge pool in the main area provides a cool escape, and a fully equipped bar ensures your favorite drinks are always within reach. In the evenings, share stories of your day’s adventures around the fire, enjoying the warmth and connection under the starlit sky. 

Luxury Accommodation

With five luxury tents and one luxury family tent, Somalisa Expeditions offers an intimate safari experience by combining luxury and comfort with the beauty of the African bush. Each luxury tent is set atop a wooden deck, raised above the ground to provide breathtaking views of the surroundings.  Their interior is equipped with a king size bed draped in mosquito netting (the smaller room of the luxury family tent has two single beds with mosquito netting), an indoor shower, in-room charging facilities, and a wooden writing desk.  

At Somalisa Expeditions, relax in luxury, embrace adventure, and discover Africa; real and remote.  

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Activities

  • Game Drives
  • Walking Safaris
  • Bird Watching
  • Community Visits
  • Allow us to curate your dream Southern Africa Safari.

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Reviews

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    Glamping in the middle of the Wild Kingdom

    I loved the shade at Somalisa Expedition Camp and, like all African Bush Camps, the food and staff were excellent.

    The staff is on full alert to help you feel at home and have an excellent experience. I traveled with a friend, and we met so many travelers from various countries during our trip.

    The guides are excellent at tracking and spotting wildlife, and if lions are on your wish list, Hwange is the place to visit. The mixture of grasslands and forests offer a wide range of sightings. Elephant families were everywhere as well. We even had a regular visitor during our breakfast.

    LisagZ9294YR Jun 2026
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    A great safari experience

    This is a perfect location for a beautiful safari experience. Staff is amazing with a special thanks to Brenda who seems to be always smiling.

    Clement was a great guide, who shared his knowledge not only for animals, but also for trees, plants etcetera.

    Being sung to with arrival and departure makes you feel very special; food was great with a nice presentation each night. This team really makes a difference.

    Keesd388 Jun 2026
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    Amazing!

    Everything about our experience exceeded our expectations! Our last morning game drive manifested an attack by ANT, a dominant Male, on a young male lion!

    A559HDgaryk May 2026

An Enthralling Experience Under Africa’s Starry Canopy

At Somalisa Sleep-Out, drift off under Zimbabwe’s dazzling night sky and witness Africa like never before. Relax and unwind as you immerse amid the stars and wildlife of Hwange National Park. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the savanna as the sun dips below the horizon and watch as dusk gradually dims to night.

This exclusive romantic retreat accommodates two guests in a sumptuous king-size bed elevated in a wooden treehouse. The bed, crafted from repurposed rough-hewn Acacia wood, is draped in billowing mosquito netting. Deck chairs are provided so that you can enjoy drinks at sunset and a coffee and tea station at dawn. Built within an Acacia tree and overlooking the watering hole, the treehouse is accessed via a wooden staircase.

Our Foundation Projects

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Mambanje Community Garden

The Mambanje community garden is empowering and enabling the community to grow and produce crops that they can harvest to feed their families and sell to generate economic activity. The garden has 50 beds 3x3m that can support 50 families.

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Thandanani Sewing Group

Thandanani, which means “love each other,” is a local sewing group run by women in the community of Dete, in Hwange. They make beautiful African print placemats, bags, robes, travel wallets, and clothes. Everything they make is unique and made with love. Items are available for sale at the ABC trading post in our camps.

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Mambanje Primary School

ABCF is supporting the Mambanje community in Hwange. We renovated the classrooms and teachers accommodation, installed solar power, boreholes, and launched a nutrition program at the school.

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