- Home
- Destinations
- Zimbabwe
- Hwange National Park
Overview
Ideal Destination For
- Multi Gen.
- Safari
- Special Interest
Need Assistance?
Kindly complete the form and your personal concierge will be in touch as soon as possible.
African Bush Camps Somalisa Expeditions
Somalisa Expeditions is set in the heart of Hwange National Park and is known as the land of the giants for its big elephant herds. As an exact replica of the original Somalisa Camp, Somalisa Expeditions offers one of the most authentic ways to experience this exceptional wildlife haven. Nestled under an incredible grove of Acacias, along the edge of a seasonal flood plain. Somalisa Expeditions’ main area includes a lounge and dining area on raised decking which overlooks a small pool, which elephants have become habituated to drinking out of. Add to this, the waterhole, frequently used as a “mud-bath” and a popular rendezvous for the elephants. The up-close encounters and photographic opportunities with these majestic animals are endless.
Consisting of six elegantly furnished Meru Style Tents, each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities with an outdoor feel. Activities include guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you, game drives and night drives. Wildlife sighting include elephant, kudu, sable antelope, zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena and many other wildlife species.
Why we like it here
Somalisa Expeditions offers one of the most authentic ways to experience this exceptional wildlife haven.
It’s a great choice for travellers looking for a classic African safari camp that can deliver excellent guiding and superb wildlife viewing, both on activities and from the camp itself.
Children over the age of 6 are accepted and there are specialist child guides available as well as a selection of activities for children, including a bush walk, spoor identification and cooking classes.
Things to be aware of
It is a four to five-hour drive from Victoria Falls, but the easiest way to reach the camp is by charter flight from Victoria Falls.
Where we are situated
Pairs well with
The Hide
Located in a prime position in Hwange National Park, The Hide offers a life-enriching safari experience for its guests, from its fantastic game viewing right on your doorstep, to a variety of daily activities to suit everyone and the warm and welcoming staff, who make you feel like family from the minute you arrive.
Guests are accommodated in 10 beautifully-furnished deluxe tents, all boasting en-suite bathrooms and private verandas overlooking the busy waterhole, as well as 2 exclusive use options for private groups or families. Keep your binoculars on-hand, as elephant, lion and buffalo can often be seen satisfying their thirst.
Adventures include day and night game drives, guided bush walks and exceptional game viewing in the seclusion of the camp’s unique underground hides. For those who are a little more adventurous, The Dove’s Nest Treehouse is available at no extra charge. Located 10 minutes away from camp, this rustic gem sleep-out has the perfect vantage point from which to view wildlife safely, quietly.
After an exhilarating day of game viewing, guests can retreat to the cool refuge of the camp’s swimming pool and can enjoy delectable meals savoured al fresco or in the elegant dining room.
Why we like it here
Tom’s Little Hide is ideal for family safaris as it can only be booked out exclusively, offering the freedom and privacy you need to explore Hwange National Park.
All guests of The Hide Safari Camp can experience a night at the exclusive Dove’s Nest and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, authentic and wild safari stay under the starry African skies, in your very own private treehouse.
Things to be aware of
Activities for children are arranged, as are safari colouring books and bedtime stories.
Situated in western Zimbabwe, the Hwange National Park is the country’s biggest reserve, home to a profusion of wildlife, including giraffe, lion, zebra and approximately 40 000 elephants. It provides a sanctuary for all the country’s endangered species, including a population of wild dogs thought to be among the most sizeable surviving groups on the continent. The park’s magnificent terrain ranges from desert dunes, savannah lands and mopane woodlands to rocky outcrops and sparse forests. Visitors can look forward to game drives, guided walks or horse riding safaris. Other highlights include the Bumbusi National Monument and the Nyamandhlovu Pan.