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Our Annual Guides Training: The Heart of Your African Safari Experience

At African Bush Camps, we believe a genuine African safari experience is deeply rooted in the expertise, passion, and intuitive nature of the guide. Our guides are experts in immersing you in the splendor of the African bush, its wildlife and its peo...

How to Prepare for Your First African Safari

There are several things you need to consider when planning for a safari, including the best time to go, your destination, the type of safari, necessary vaccinations, packing the right gear, understanding local culture and customs, respecting wildlif...

African Safari Tours: The Ultimate Guide

If you are planning a trip to Africa, one of the best ways to experience this amazing continent is through an African safari. A safari is a journey through nature in search of the most amazing wildlife and the most breathtaking landscapes. With so ma...

Planning Your Next Christmas on a African Safari

There are many reasons to look forward to the winter months in the northern hemisphere, but after a few months of bracing the cold, warmer weather seems like the ideal holiday. In our opinion, if you're looking for a unique way to soak up the sun ove...

Planning Your African Safari: The Ultimate Guide

We have curated this ultimate guide to a African Safari to help you make the right destination choices in terms of your expectations, experiences and our camps....

Our Top 5 African Safaris

An African safari is undoubtedly a world-class experience. Nothing compares to being fully immersed in the African bush with a team of professionals. At African Bush Camps, we have put together the perfect safari to make sure you make memories to las...

African Safari 101: What To Pack

While our agents are equipped to prepare you adequately for your African safari, we thought we would put together a packing list for you to use as a reference while you’re preparing to come to Africa. Documents You Must Pack Losing documents is a...

'Twas the Night Before Christmas ‒ on an African Safari

A Christmas Poem about the festive season on safari - for a different experience this holiday....

What to Expect on a Impact Safari with African Bush Camps?

Our Impact safaris bring you along our journey as we strive to make a lasting impact in the areas, wildlife, and communities around our camps. These safaris provide a unique opportunity to spend some time in the local community, learn about the Afric...

What to Expect on a Family Safari with African Bush Camps

Embarking on a family safari in Southern Africa is a truly extraordinary adventure that offers a multitude of amazing experiences, and the opportunity to make everlasting memories with the people you love....

Celebrating Females in Safari with African Bush Camps

Females in safari is a platform that showcases female empowerment in our business and in the tourism industry. From our camps in Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana that are managed and run by women to our female guides program and community empowerment pr...

African Bush Camps' Safari of the Year

COVID-19 struck a heart cord for Africa’s tourism industry hard, keeping holding travel operators on the edges of their seats for developments on border-crossing regulations. At 2021’s halfway mark, one million international arrivals in Africa were d...

Getting to Botswana, Zimbabwe & Zambia - African Bush Camps Safari Destinations

The research that goes into planning a safari itinerary to some of the remote, pristine wildlife areas on the African continent can sometimes be an intricate experience. Which is why we have created this easy to read breakdown of some of our recommen...

Getting to Botswana, Zimbabwe & Zambia - African Bush Camps Safari Destinations

Getting to Botswana, Zimbabwe & Zambia - African Bush Camps Safari Destinations...

#LearnOnSafari with African Bush Camps: The Pangolin

The Pangolin On World Environment Day 2016, launched by the United Nations Environment Programme, we celebrate and raise awareness for one of the most endangered species in the world. In fact the Sunda (Malay) pangolin is the most trafficked mammal ...

#LearnOnSafari with African Bush Camps: The Pangolin

Learn on Safari with African Bush Camps. View our infographic on the Pangolin...

World Safari Day: Contributing to a Sustainable Africa

An African safari offers a unique experience, allowing you to witness wildlife up close, observe natural wonders, immerse in diverse cultures, and reconnect with the earth. And if you're seeking luxury, imagine savoring a drink while watching the sun...

Introducing Our Three Most Popular Safari Types

At African Bush Camps, our safari experience goes beyond simply checking animals off your list. We believe in providing you with a holistic experience that allows you to connect with Southern Africa on a deeper level. At our camps......

ABCF Female Guide Program: Changing the Face of the Safari Industry

Our Female Guides program aims to develop female safari guides through skills training, mentorship, job shadowing, and rotations at African Bush Camps. Our Female Guides program is a two-year program that offers theory, practical, and on-the-job trai...

The Significance of a Mokoro Safari

A mokoro is a traditional canoe or dugout boat used in the African region of the Okavango Delta, particularly in Botswana. The term "mokoro" specifically refers to the boats used by the local people known as the Bayei and the BaYei people. These cano...

World Safari Day- Six Reasons to Go on Safari

A truly authentic African safari is an adventure of a lifetime. You have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore faraway places surrounded by picturesque scenery and spectacular wildlife. There are hundreds of reasons to go on an African safari...

Bucket List Activities You Can Tick off on An ABC Safari

You'll find some of the most luxurious camps and lodges on an African safari. Not only is the continent saturated with the most magnificent wildlife and scenery, but also breathtaking experiences, many of which have been on your travel bucket list fo...

New Year, New Lodge: Introducing Lolebezi to the African Bush Camps Family

Lolebezi is the latest addition to the African Bush Camps family. The luxury safari lodge is being built in the eastern part of the Lower Zambezi National Park on 5 hectares of unspoiled protected wilderness....

World Safari Day- How You Can Make a Difference

On the 25th of November 2020, we first launched World Safari Day as an annual occasion that celebrates Africa’s wildlife and its people. World Safari Day shines the spotlight on the importance of conserving Africa’s natural resources and authentic wi...

Botswana Family Safari- Start Planning Your Trip

Botswana is an exciting and stimulating country that should be explored by a family of nature and wildlife enthusiasts. We consider a Botswana Safari to be on top of every travellers bucket list. However, it is important that you know which areas ...

When is the Best Time to go on Safari in Zimbabwe?

The best time to go to Zimbabwe is between June and October according to our professional safari camps. This time of year is considered the 'dry season'....

Why a Solo Safari with ABC?

Many adventurous guests love experiencing Africa and African Bush Camps as solo travellers.  ...

World Safari Day

Wednesday 25 November 2020 benchmarks a notable day for tourism operators, travellers and communities impacted by the safari industry. ...

Louise Orr Solo Safari

"The panache and professionalism of the ABC staff make these adventures so personal for their guests."...

How to Plan a Safari During a Pandemic

Travel advice during coronavirus pandemic, so you can plan your trip with confidence....

Mutualistic Relationships in the African Wild

Nature is full of symbiotic relationships. Mutualism is where one animal might help out another, but only when both parties benefit from the engagement. Here are a few examples of how interconnected the ecosystem can be....

Strange, Villainous Acts in African Wildlife

African wildlife is filled with diversity. Contrasts of the joyous, wonderful moments and dark, twisted behaviours. This is a story of the villains....

Painted Wolf Safari 2019 - Guest Review

A guest review of a painted wolves safari with Nick Dyer and African Bush Camps....

Safari Talks: COVID-19 Tourism, Conservation & Community

After we successfully debuted our first Safari Talk ‘show’, we have decided to make it a series! This is the summary of the first episode if you missed it!...

The Rudolph's Family Safari

The Rudolph Family, mom and two daughters, went on a family safari where they explored Zambia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. This is the story of their trip!...

The Five Most Romantic Spots at African Bush Camps

We have put together a list of the Top Romantic Spots at African Bush Camps. Included we have romantic candlelit dinners and open-air beds, and for our more adventurous couples, we have shoreline dinners and lookout decks. We've got a spot for every ...

Luqmaan on Safari

Luqmaan is a consultant in our offices at African Bush Camps, having only left Cape Town once in, sending him on a trip to see all our 16 camps was quite the adventure for him... Read his story....

African Bush Camps Awards: A Summary

The African Bush Camps Awards is a platform we have to celebrate nature in all its glory. From drama to comedy, nature always puts on a performance of a lifetime, we have awarded the best we know from guides to animals....

How African Animals Care for their Young

There are many different classes of species in the animal kingdom (birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish and mammals) and each have their own unique way of taking care of their young ones....

Ellie Bamber Announces African Bush Camps Foundation Ambassadorship

In July 2017, British Actress, Ellie Bamber came on safari with African Bush Camps and fell in love not only with African wildlife, but the people as well. She visited some of the projects run by the ABCF on the outskirts of Hwange National Park and ...

Ellie Bamber Announces African Bush Camps Foundation Ambassadorship

Ellie Bamber Announces African Bush Camps Foundation Ambassadorship...

New Beginnings at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Recognised as one of the most iconic safari lodges in Zimbabwe, we are thrilled to announce the re-opening of Bumi Hills Safari Lodge under the African Bush Camps banner. Bumi Hills is lauded for having the best panoramic view of Lake Kariba and has ...

New Beginnings at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

New Beginnings at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge...

Design the Future of Safari

African Bush Camps has partnered with Eleven Magazine for their eighth international architecture & design competition, ‘Safari: Zimbabwe 2017’. The challenge calls on creatives from all around the world to design innovative concepts for a Su...

Design the Future of Safari

Design the Future of Safari...

Safari Logistics- Opening up Zimbabwe to the World

Due to low numbers in travel to Zimbabwe over the last few years, guests looking to fly between local destinations, such as Victoria Falls to Mana Pools, would have to book and pay for a private air charter. This is a very expensive way to travel par...

African Bush Camps Sales Team Visits Thorntree River Lodge

Last weekend, the African Bush Camps sales team of safari aficionados took some time to visit our newly opened property, Thorntree River Lodge in Livingstone, Zambia. In order to give the right recommendations to guests, it was important that the sal...

African Bush Camps Sales Team Visits Thorntree River Lodge

African Bush Camps Sales Team Visits Thorntree River Lodge...

African Bush Camps Scoops Two Wins at the We Are Africa Innovation Awards

Beks Ndolvu, CEO of African Bush Camps, won the Shape Africa award. The award is dedicated to individuals with long standing and continual passion for the continent and the industry, one who has contributed to shaping positive perceptions of Africa a...

Rita Pires, African Bush Camps Chief Marketing Officer

“I moved to Africa 7 years ago, so that I could work closer to my passion - nature. For me, the only thing that made sense was to work with companies that have a strong ethical code when it comes to green and organic living and that believe in invest...

Rita Pires, African Bush Camps Chief Marketing Officer

Rita Pires, African Bush Camps Chief Marketing Officer...

Guides Training Workshop at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

“We at African Bush Camps understand that in order to be the best in the industry, training is imperative for all departments.  I, Nic Polenakis, am responsible for the guide training throughout our African Bush Camps properties in both Botswana and ...

Guides Training Workshop at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Guides Training Workshop at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge...

Thorntree River Lodge, Site Inspection of African Bush Camps Newest Development

As the water plunges noisily down generations of basalt gorges, an iridescent mist can be seen for more than 20 kms away. The largest curtain of falling water in the world, Victoria Falls stands at an altitude of 915m above mean sea level (a.m.s.l), ...

Thorntree River Lodge, Site Inspection of African Bush Camps Newest Development

Thorntree River Lodge, Site Inspection of African Bush Camps Newest Development...

10 Years of Authentic Safari Experiences

A Brief History of African Bush Camps African Bush Camps was born out of a desire to reclaim the authentic safari experience. Beks Ndlovu, owner and CEO of African Bush Camps had a dream to create a portfolio of camps which not only reincarnated the...

10 Years of Authentic Safari Experiences

10 Years of Authentic Safari Experiences...

#LearnOnSafari Competition Winner!

Congratulations, Kelsea Lee! Thank you to everyone who participated in the #LearnOnSafari competition... we had some truly incredible entries! The winning photo, voted for by Greg Du Toit, 2013 Wildlife Photographer Of the Year  won because "it ca...

#LearnOnSafari Competition Winner!

Kelsea Lee the winner of our African Bush Camps #LearnOnSafari photo competition is announced....

The Super Sensory Safari

A Safari Experience Unlike Any Other African Bush Camps is pioneering the experiential safari concept through the creation of our Super Sensory Safari. This set departure itinerary will launch in April & November 2017 and April & June 2018, ...

The Super Sensory Safari

The Super Sensory Safari...

The Healing Powers of Mother Nature: By Dania Weinstein

On my latest African safari through Botswana and Zimbabwe, I had this feeling over and over again. With so much going on in the world - war, division, destruction - safari is a constant source of joy, peace and wonder for me. The African bush has bec...

Getting to Know Our Guides: The Perfect Balance Between Tradition, Training & Talent

Guides create a link between nature and you, as a guest. They have a unique way of interpreting the language of the mysterious African bush and translating that for you as they guide you through your African safari experience....

Top Photography Tips By Profesional Photographer, Marlon Dutoit

An African safari is an incredible opportunity to experience a variety of wildlife in their natural environment. In those moments, in the wild African bush, you would want to savour every moment. There is no better way to do this than by capturing th...

Collective Nouns for Animals in Southern Africa

An African safari is filled with exhilarating experiences. Especially, if you're planning a family safari in wildlife-rich Southern Africa. If you want to impress fellow travellers or your family on a game drive, now is the perfect opportunity to bru...

The Big 5 of Southern Africa: What's the Big Deal?

Planning an African safari is simply incomplete without experiencing the Big 5 of wildlife in Southern Africa. This includes the African lion, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo, and rhinoceros....

Flights to South Africa From the UK & US

UPDATED: 2 November 2021 We’re off the red list, which means UK & US flights are now open. If you have planned and booked, or are in the process of planning your African safari, you can now do so without any hassle. Especially if you need to t...

When is the Best Time to Travel to Botswana?

June to October is mostly considered the best season on safari - is that true for Botswana?...

6 Unexpected Reasons Why Africa Should Be Your Next Family Holiday

There are many benefits of going on a family holiday and travelling with children does not mean that you need to give up your wanderlust or put aside your desire to journey around the world. Consider a family vacation to Africa, a continent of great ...

6 Unexpected Reasons Why Africa Should Be Your Next Family Holiday

A family holiday is an exciting time to reconnect with your loved ones and a family safari holiday to a luxury safari camp in Zimbabwe or Botswana is the perfect way to do this. Here are our top 6 unexpected reasons why African should be your next fa...

Crayons, Crafts and the Cub Club

From Big Five spotting, to nature walks; from cultural excursions to sunset boat cruises, there is something for everyone on our Family Safari. Incredible African safari destinations await exploration with African Bush Camps. In Botswana, discover th...

The Rains Down In Africa

The Green Season in Southern Africa continues in to February, which sees summer [...]...

The Rains Down In Africa

The Rains Down In Africa...

The World Pursuit Visits Linyanti

African Bush Camps' Linyanti sanctuary is an adventurer's haven in Botswana's wilderness, and one of the best places to safari in Africa. Positioned between the Greater Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta, this untamed paradise teems with wild...

ABCF Conservation Update 2022

As we celebrate World Lion Day, we would like to shed some light on the progress made by The African Bush Camps Foundation through the human-wildlife co-existence projects currently running in Mola, near our Bumi Hills Safari Lodge....

The Ugly Five Animals of Southern Africa

It doesn't end there. Did you know that there is a list of safari animals categorised as the "ugly 5?" These species may be ugly in appearance, but they play a significant role in the ecosystems found in Southern Africa. The African bush, simply woul...

7 Reasons Why You Should Travel in Emerald Season

Offering an exclusive experience, the secret season also known as the Emerald season is perfect for birders, photographers and anyone who likes baby animals. It is one of the best times to travel....

Botswana, A Flooded Desert

My Experience of Khwai Leadwood, 2021 Traveling in 2021 made me appreciate and soak up every morsel of joy and peace I could when visiting Botswana! I wanted to learn about the land, community, wildlife and just revel in the fact that I have the...

Walking with Wild Dogs in Mana Pools

The painted wolves have been the heros of BBC's Dynasties. Follow in Sir David Attenborough's footsteps and track the elusive wild dogs of Mana Pools....

The Journey of the Mighty Zambezi

BY DANIA WEINSTEIN   The Zambezi, spanning 2,700 km, is the 4th longest river in Africa, after the Nile, Congo, and Niger. It begins from a spring in north-western Zambia, then twists and turns through 6 countries before emptying into th...

My first trip to Zimbabwe

by ELOISE VAN DEN BERG Magical Mana Pools  The first sight from the air of the mighty Zambezi River took my breath away! This vast expanse of rich green, blue and golden hues greeted us just before sunset. My heart was captured. We had sundowners ...

Top Solo Traveller Tips

Solo travel is the new trend and to a degree, it's the socially responsible choice right now. Here's why you should embark on a solo safari with us...

COVID Requirements Travel to Botswana, Zimbabwe & Zambia

Travel has changed, but we're here to ease your minds and supply you with all the relevant information so you can have a stress-free safari. ...

Victoria Falls on the Zambian or Zimbabwean Side?

Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This is why you should stay on the Zambian side....

Travel has Changed - 10 Reasons to Choose Africa

Africa has many reasons why it remains a lower risk country to travel to when things start to normalise after COVID-19. Here' some of them....

Why Travel Local

We have put together a few reasons to book your local safari now. 1. It's more affordable 2. Support your local economy 3. World Heritage Sites...

10 Questions you should be asking as a Responsible Traveller

10 questions any responsible traveller should be asking before booking with a hotel. Hospitality, like other industries, has a responsibility to manage its impact on our planet. As a consumer, we must be conscious of supporting hotels that are playin...

Health Guidelines & Preventative Measures for COVID-19

As we find ourselves adjusting to a new norm, our team has been in camps getting up to date with guidelines and preventative measures going forward....

2020 Foundation Projects – Latest Developments

While COVID-19 has slowed the industry down and completely changed the way we do things; it hasn’t changed why we do them or our will to do them....

A Travel Bubble - Exclusive-use of Our Camps

Exclusive use of camps | Shared flights between camps | Dedicated camp guides for the group. All this and much, much more!...

The Astounding World of Camouflage

We have a few interesting instances where camouflage has various uses - but for the most part it's to avoid becoming a victim to predation....

Solar Energy and Sustainable Tourism

Will we turn to sustainable practices and renewable energy to help us recover from these unprecedented times?...

Lessons of Compassion we can Learn from Wildlife

A reflection piece in the time of COVID-19. The humanitarian qualities that make us resilient and how this reflects in wildlife....

How Your Stay Can Help Endangered Species

On May 15th every year we celebrate Endangered Species Day - a day to celebrate and learn about endangered species and how we can protect them. Since conservation forms a big part of African Bush Camps, we have decided to dedicate an entire week to o...

Continuing Vital Projects in Southern Africa

Help us support our Foundation in any way you can. Our world has come to a halt and we remain committed to supporting communities in the areas we operate....

Childhood Friends Explore Zimbabwe & Zambia

Karen Miller and Karen Peterson have known each other since the second grade, growing up in the farming town of Santa Rosa, California. Karen M. had already visited Africa three times and this started getting Karen P’s attention....

Water is Returning to Africa

All our safari camps and lodges are set near important water sources which bring life to all creatures....

Social Distancing in Africa

Keeping a healthy distance apart is a priority for people all over the world these days. Here is the way to keep your distance on a walking safari....

While You're Away - A Poem from Africa

A poem from Africa in times of COVID19. "Times are uncertain, but this I’ll tell you is true, It’s a time for rest and relaxation, a time to focus on you."...

Vegan Sweet Potato, Spinach and Butternut Lasagna Recipe

Cooped up at home and missing the ‘lodge life’ on the banks of the Zambezi River? Try our Vegan Sweet Potato, Spinach & Butternut Lasagna....

Stacey & Dave's Search for Cecil's Pride

Stacey and Dave travelled to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe to see the legacy of Cecil the lion. They visited Somalisa Camp to see the pride left behind by a legend....

Why Zimbabwe is a Photographer's Dream

Professional photographer Mike Sutherland takes Marten Heinrichs on a photographic safari through Zimbabwe, in iconic wild areas of Mana Pools National Park and Hwange National Park with African Bush Camps. This is their story....

James & Kathleen get Engaged in Mana Pools!

Celebrating an engagement at Nyamatusi Camp in Mana Pools National Park. Two young adventurers made it official as he popped the question while the lions were roaring in the background....

The Story of Kanga: The Remotest Paradise

Kanga Camp, an inland camp found in Mana Pools National Park has a permanent water pump which has transformed the land bringing back wildlife....

Authentic Africa at Zambezi Expeditions

Zambezi Expeditions is in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe. It captures the heart of the perfect safari experience. Read more about this authentic camp....

Top 6+ Wildlife Sightings of 2019

Our top wildlife sightings of 2019 caught on video....

Questions about Travelling to Zimbabwe, Answered

Here are the top question about travelling to Zimbabwe, answered. Zimbabwe is a country of great landscapes, cultures and wildlife....

Part 2: Cecil’s Pride

Cecil the lion was lost to hunting. His pride remains, with many who've reigned, so much has happened over 4 years in the Cecil's Pride....

Part 1: Cecil’s Rise & Fall

Cecil the lion. A legend in Hwange National Park. A true drama, a story of territory, a coming of age and a power struggle of coalitions. Cecil was a force of nature, he exuded a supreme prowess. This is not a story of his death, this is a story of h...

Our Family-friendly Camps

The joy of introducing your children to their first safari is bound to leave an everlasting impact. For our future nature enthusiasts, African Bush Camps provides an exciting kids program, the Ngwana Club....

8 Unique & Romantic Reasons to Travel With Us

Africa is one of the most idyllic destinations in the world; dusty pink hues of the sunsets, dinners in wild places and experiences that will make your eyes well and your heart swell. It really is a place to behold, but we believe that we offer some ...

6 Unique & Romantic Reasons to Travel With Us

6 Unique & Romantic Reasons to Travel With Us...

8 Reasons Why You Should Travel in Secret Season

The green season is a safari aficionado's best-kept secret. Offering an exclusive experience, this secret season is perfect for birders, photographers and anyone who likes baby animals. The skies put on a display of short, yet captivating thunderstor...

The 10 Best Instagram Posts of 2018

The end of the year is a time to reflect, to look back at a year that seems to fly by in amazement of the memories made, the achievements realised and the friends and connections made. We, at African Bush Camps, decided to get a bit nostalgic and cel...

The 10 Best Instagram Posts of 2018

We, at African Bush Camps, decided to celebrate the most incredible pictures that capture our camps, the fantastic wildlife and the pure beauty of safari....

Tragedy of Tait

**Warning, this blog post contains spoilers for the painted wolf episode of Dynasties** Nick Dyer started his love for the painted wolves in 2013 on a visit to Mana Pools. As an award-winning photographer, he followed and studied the painted wolve...

Tragedy of Tait

Nick Dyer started his love for the painted wolves in 2013 on a visit to Mana Pools. This is his account of seeing Tait, the Alpha female for the last time....

Walking with the wild dogs from Dynasties

The sound of yips, yelps, screams and squabbles is an intriguing sound, but hardly the sound of a sophisticated predator. Yet, African wild dog (or painted wolf) is considered the most successful hunter in Africa. They are a beautiful contradiction i...

A Zimbabwean Adventure with Leah

Leah Humphreys is one of our Safari Aficionados, an expert at travelling in Africa and one of the experts who puts together safaris for guests. Recently she went on a trip to African Bush Camps in Zimbabwe and we thought we would tell the story of he...

The Importance of Family Holidays

We often take family time for granted. Our daily schedules are so busy that the precious little time we do spend with our families is often of a poor quality. Going on a family holiday is extremely valuable as it allows us to step away from our busy ...

Guides Training 2018

Hailing from our 11 properties spread across Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, our guides attended the Guides Training Workshop hosted at Somalisa Camp, Hwange National Park. In order to consistently cultivate knowledge and passion, African Bush Cam...

Guides Training 2018

An annual event bringing together African Bush Camps guides from Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Watch the video to learn more about our Guide Training Workshop 2018....

The Cub Club - Bhubesi's Babies

Bhubesi's playful cubs have been spotted drinking from the Somalisa Pan. Video taken by: Sandra Arndt. This is the second time Bhubesi, the dominant male has mated with the one of the females of Cecil's Pride. Unfortunately Nobuhles cubs ...

The Cub Club - Bhubesi's Babies

The Cub Club - Bhubesi's Babies...

Connecting Flights - What Time Should You Arrive?

The research that goes into planning a safari itinerary to some of the remote, pristine wildlife areas on the African continent can sometimes be an intricate experience. To help you maximise your time on safari we have created a handy ‘connecting fli...

Connecting Flights - What Time Should You Arrive?

Connecting Flights - What Time Should You Arrive?...

Trading Post: Thorntree River Lodge

The Thorntree River Lodge Trading Post, the first in a series of small shops in some of our properties is up and running! Traditionally defined as a small settlement for trading, typically in a remote area, you can find all sorts of curios made local...

Trading Post: Thorntree River Lodge

Trading Post: Thorntree River Lodge...

Family Values: Lion Cubs and Wild Dog Pups

The Khwai Community Area, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the famous Okavango Delta Region in Botswana has been earning a reputation for exceptional wildlife sightings for many years. Khwai Tented Camp is situated perfectly to take advantage of ...

Family Values: Lion Cubs and Wild Dog Pups

Family Values: Lion Cubs and Wild Dog Pups...

Makhosi: A Wildlife Diary

Learner Guide Makhosi shares his story with us. ‘It’s safe to say that from then he knew what he wanted to be, a fire had been ignited within and the flames would not die.’ Makhosi has endured a long journey, with lots of ups and downs. Eve...

Makhosi: A Wildlife Diary

Makhosi: A Wildlife Diary...

Thorntree River Lodge- Where Adventure Awaits the Passionate Traveller

We are proud to announce that we have welcomed the first guests to our own slice of paradise. Thorntree River Lodge, named as one of the top luxury hotel openings of 2017 by Travel + Style Magazine, is now open for bookings. Thorntree River Lo...

Thorntree River Lodge- Where Adventure Awaits the Passionate Traveller

Thorntree River Lodge- Where Adventure Awaits the Passionate Traveller...

Thorntree River Lodge FAQs

We are delighted to announce the launch of Thorntree River Lodge, the fabulous new addition to the African Bush Camps portfolio. Thorntree River Lodge opens in May 2017 on the shores of the Zambezi River within the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. In the...

Thorntree River Lodge FAQs

Thorntree River Lodge FAQs...

We Are Africa Innovation Awards

Beks Ndlovu - Shape Africa Award Nomination Beks Ndlovu qualified as a professional guide in 1999 and spent some time learning the industry before his roots called him home to Hwange National Park. In 2006, he opened Somalisa Camp, the first in a un...

We Are Africa Innovation Awards

We Are Africa Innovation Awards...

Nic Polenakis on Cecil's Pride

This week, Nic Polenakis wows us all again with another fantastic story that sent shivers down our spines. Recently our excitement was heightened when Nic and Cloud spotted an Egyptian Vulture in Mana Pools National Park. Egyptian Vultures are only r...

Nic Polenakis on Cecil's Pride

Nic Polenakis on Cecil's Pride...

Hwange Game Count winner, Ashleigh

Every year since 1972 around late September/early October, under a full moon, Hwange National Park invites anyone for what is one of the most jaw dropping experiences in Zimbabwe - The Hwange Game Count. Here, teams usually consisting between 2 to 4 ...

Hwange Game Count winner, Ashleigh

Hwange Game Count winner, Ashleigh...

Nic Polenakis shares his feedback

Nic Polenakis, selected by National Geographic Traveller as one of the “10 Great Tour Guides Who Can Transform Your Trip” in 2011, is a premier Southern African guide who we, at African Bush Camps, are proud to have guiding for us much of the year. H...

Nic Polenakis shares his feedback

Nic Polenakis shares his feedback...

Top Billing features Somalisa Camp

Top Billing recently chose to showcase Somalisa Camp in a segment on their show. Top Billing is South Africa’s best loved and highest rated lifestyle television programme. The crew consisted of Lorna Maseko, one of the lovely Top Billing presenters,...

Top Billing features Somalisa Camp

Top Billing features Somalisa Camp...

The Chase: Wild dogs vs. a young kudu

Warning: content may be offensive to sensitive viewers Receiving news that the pans around Kanga Camp in Mana Pools National Park are dry means that there has been a ton of action around camp - this being the only water source for miles! Guests ...

The Chase: Wild dogs vs. a young kudu

VIDEO - Guests on Safari with African Bush Camps get rare opportunity to watch two wild dogs chasing and bringing down a young kudu at Kanga Camp Mana Pools...

Zooming around Zim with Betty & Kate

My colleague Kate and I went on a one-week self-drive trip around Zimbabwe in May 2016. We started in Harare and made our way through the Eastern Highlands, Gonarezhou National Park, Great Zimbabwe Ruins and Matobo National Park before finishing our ...

Zooming around Zim with Betty & Kate

My colleague Kate and I went on a one-week self-drive trip around Zimbabwe in May 2017. We started in Harare and made our way through the Eastern Highlands, Gonarezhou National Park, Great Zimbabwe an...

Mayeso Banda: A Journey from Builder to Learner Guide and Beyond

Mayeso’s dream has been to follow in his father’s footsteps. He is studying to become a fully qualified Professional Guide. In the African Travel Industry, it is well known that the qualification process of becoming a Professional Guide in Zimbabwe ...

Mayeso Banda: A Journey from Builder to Learner Guide and Beyond

Mayeso Banda: A Journey from Builder to Learner Guide and Beyond...

Zambezi Expeditions Upgrades to Modern Meru-style Tents

Zambezi Expeditions is an exclusive luxury mobile tented camp overlooking the majestic Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe. The rustic feel of the camp allows guests to really connect to nature in a way that is unencumbered by the fas...

Zambezi Expeditions Upgrades to Modern Meru-style Tents

Zambezi Expeditions is one of the absolute best ways to experience Mana Pools National Park, along the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The Meru-style tents offer the kind of intimacy with nature th...

Introducing our newest guide at Somalisa Camp - Lewis Mangaba

We are delighted to confirm that the well-known and highly acclaimed Lewis Mangaba has joined our exceptional guiding team at Somalisa in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Hailing from a family rooted in the African wilderness, Lewis grew up on the bo...

Introducing our newest guide at Somalisa Camp - Lewis Mangaba

Introducing our newest guide at Somalisa Camp - Lewis Mangaba...

Lunar Rainbow Special Package

African Bush Camps launches a "Lunar Rainbow" Special Package Featuring the full moon, lunar rainbow experience at Victoria Falls UNESCO World Heritage Site "Each full moon the Victoria Falls rainforest re-opens in the evening for special tours to ...

Somalisa Camp and Somalisa Acacia receive Zimbabwe’s first Gold Certification from Green Tourism

As we celebrate World Wildlife Day with the 2016 theme “The future of wildlife is in our hands”, African Bush Camps is proud to confirm that our Somalisa and Somalisa Acacia Camps were awarded the first Gold certification from Green Tourism, the larg...

Somalisa Camp and Somalisa Acacia receive Zimbabwe’s first Gold Certification from Green Tourism

Somalisa Camp and Somalisa Acacia receive Zimbabwe’s first Gold Certification from Green Tourism...

A gathering of our guides - Sharing of Knowledge and Passion

We held a training workshop, bringing all of our guides together to learn and share together In order to consistently increase and refresh the knowledge, passion and experiences of our Guiding Teams, African Bush Camps has undertaken an Annual Guide...

A gathering of our guides - Sharing of Knowledge and Passion

A gathering of our guides - Sharing of Knowledge and Passion...

Special Offer: Experience Somalisa Camp with Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013, Greg du Toit

African Bush Camps are delighted to share a unique opportunity to our friends and supporters as we welcome 2013 Wildlife Photographer of the Year winner, Greg du Toit into Somalisa Camp for an entire week during the month of February 2017. Greg will ...

Special Offer: Experience Somalisa Camp with Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013, Greg du Toit

Special Offer: Experience Somalisa Camp with Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013, Greg du Toit...

Khwai Tented Camp Open For The Season (Rebuild Postponed)

Therefore we have made the decision to postpone the start of our development to November 2016. This means that we can now service existing and NEW bookings without interruption or inconvenience between now and November 2016. Please note that all ...

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Our Guides

Our Difference The benefit of an African Bush Camps guided safari is that you are not confined to a set schedule. Instead, you are offered the flexibility to make the most out of your adventure; walking, talking and learning, game driving, bird watc...

Our Story

African Bush Camps was founded by a professional Zimbabwean guide, Beks Ndlovu, in 2006. He envisioned offering travellers the flexibility to explore the wonders of an African safari, rooted in the intimate heartlands of Africa, in harmony with its s...

Africa Uncovered

  Date: 20 September 2022 | Time: 6:00 -8:00 pm  Brasserie Beck, Brabo Room  1101 K St NW, Washington, DC  RSVP by the 14th of September. Seats are limited! RSVP: Elizabeth@ejafrica.com ...

Our Sustainability Journey

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Romantic Safari Experiences

Our intimate camps at African Bush Camps set the scene for both exploration and relaxation, bringing a touch of luxury to the natural world and ensuring you create special memories to last a lifetime. Wake up each morning to the melody of the dawn ch...

Solo Safari Experiences

Travelling on your own is liberating! You get to do what you want, exactly how you want to. There's no need to compromise on what you want to get out of your safari experience, especially if it is your very first time. An African safari is filled wi...

Adventure Safari Experiences

Are you ready for your next adventure? An African safari is ideal for any traveler looking for an adrenaline rush or a bucket list experience. The African bush is filled with iconic scenery, fantastic adventures and memorable experiences. We'll help...

Family Safari Experiences

A family safari in Africa is a special experience Spending quality time with loved ones, while exploring Africa's vast wildernesses together, meeting the warm and welcoming cultures, and sharing in their excitement is a truly unforgettable experienc...

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Read the African Bush Camps Terms and Conditions which outline detail on everything from rates and reservations to cancellation and copyright....

Guides

Meet our team We believe that there is much more to an African safari than being driven around in a vehicle while passively viewing animals. In combining the ultimate safari with an expert guide, we create the complete journey, where experiences, kn...