Mana River Camp

CEDARBERG RATING

Comfortable

Overview

Located in Mana Pools National Park, Mana River Camp is positioned on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River nestled between this enormous perennial river and a much visited water pan, particularly enjoyed by elephants for mud bathing. Shade in the camp is provided by riverine forest predominately Trichilia Emetica and the fabled Faidherbia Albida (apple ring or Anna Tree)

The beauty of this camp is that it is a mobile tented camp known as a TEC – Temporary Extended Camp. The whole of Mana River Camp is taken down at the end of each season, before the wet season begins. This gives the feeling of the old, real bush, camping experience. The camp is unfenced and many different animals may be viewed from the camp, whilst enjoying the tranquil atmosphere. Common visitors into camp are elephants.

Experience & Activities at Mana River Camp

Guests can enjoy morning and late afternoon game drives, morning canoeing excursions, morning and/or late afternoon game walks with experienced Zimbabwean guides (who are highly regarded due to Zimbabwe’s stringent examination procedure).

Other activities include bird watching, and shoreline fishing on a catch-and-release basis (fishing equipment required). Note that early notification is required for canoeing arrangements to avoid disappointment.

At A Glance

  • Off the beaten track
  • Birding hotspot
  • Beautiful Landscapes
  • Star gazing
  • Walking Safari
  • Wildlife

Mana River Camp on the map

Rooms

Tent

Tent

There are 6 tents in camp. Each tent is a 3-module Sahara lodge, canvas and gauze tent, with zipped entrances. The tents all have a view of the Zambezi River, and comprises of a veranda, with a folding chair. The sleeping area has twin single beds which can be converted to king-size on request, hotel quality linen and towels, and bedside tables. There is a table with a thermos of cold drinking water and glasses. The bathroom area has a flushing toilet, hot and cold shower, heated with chip boilers. There is a mirrored vanity with a porcelain basin and cold running water. A hot water flask is delivered each evening for washing in the morning. The usual amenities are supplied for your comforts i.e. shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and handwashing powder for personal laundry. The tent is powered with inverter and solar lighting system. There is no charging facility in the tent. This can be done in the main area.