African Bush Camps celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades since founder Beks Ndlovu opened Somalisa Camp in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park in 2006. What began as a single camp has grown into one of Southern Africa’s leading luxury safari brands, with 17 experiences across Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.

Rooted in Ndlovu’s vision to share Africa’s story through the voices of its people, the company has built a portfolio of camps and lodges designed to connect guests deeply with Africa’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities. From its early expansion into Botswana’s Linyanti region, African Bush Camps pioneered a circuit-style safari approach that allows travellers to experience multiple ecosystems in one journey.

Sustainability remains central to the brand, shaping everything from operations to guest experiences. Across its camps, African Bush Camps prioritises low-impact practices, local sourcing, and long-term conservation partnerships. Its culinary offering has evolved into a signature experience, with chefs transforming indigenous ingredients such as baobab, sorghum, and wild herbs into contemporary dishes while working closely with local farmers to reduce waste and support regional economies.

Community empowerment is equally integral. Through its guide training programmes and leadership development initiatives, African Bush Camps invests in local talent, including the advancement of female guides. Since 2016, annual immersive training ensures all guides maintain world-class standards in expertise, safety, and guest experience.

A portion of every stay supports the African Bush Camps Foundation, which funds education, healthcare, conservation, and sustainable livelihood projects across the regions where the company operates. Guests are also encouraged to engage directly with these community initiatives during their journeys.

Looking ahead, African Bush Camps continues to evolve its offering, with new luxury and wellness-focused developments planned, including an Icon Experience at Linyanti Legodimo and the transformation of Thorntree River Lodge into a dedicated wellness retreat along the Zambezi River.

As it enters its next chapter, African Bush Camps remains guided by its founding purpose: to deliver transformative safari experiences that protect wild places, empower communities, and share the beauty of Africa with the world.