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The legendary Mana Pools is known for its wildlife rich flood plains and magnificent views of the Zambezi River, with the Zambezi Escarpment in Zambia as a dramatic backdrop to the scenery. The river boasts some of Africa’s most amazing tiger fishing and adventure canoeing safaris, creating the perfect combination of beauty and fun and making this World Heritage site a must-visit national park.
Zambezi Expeditions offers one of the best ways to experience Mana Pools on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. Comfortable yet classic, the camp offers the kind of intimacy with nature that can only be achieved by immersing yourself in the heart of the wild.
With unique access to the Zambezi River, your days will be filled with adventurous canoeing safaris, tracking game along the shorelines by foot, fishing for the iconic tiger fish and game drives in an open 4×4 along the flood plains and into the heart of the Mana Pools UNESCO World Heritage Site.
ACCESS 2 hour 30 minute flight from Victoria Falls International Airport or a 1 hour 30 minute flight from Harare International Airport landing at Mana Main Airstrip with a 40 minute game drive transfer to camp 5 – 6 hours by road from Harare (for experienced 4×4 drivers only)
Rooms
Meru Tents
Fall asleep to the sound of the flowing river and chuckles of hippo and wake-up with the dawn chorus to a spectacular African sunrise.
6 canvas tents each with an en-suite bathroom at the rear of the tent. Each bathroom comes with its own toilet as well as a bucket shower, taking guests back to that bygone era of the original expedition camps.
Facilities
Zambezi Expeditions, a semi-mobile camp situated at the Nkupi camping site, offers one of the best ways to explore and experience Mana Pools on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The legendary Mana Pools is known for its wildlife rich flood plains and magnificent views of the Zambezi River. The river boasts some of Africa’s most amazing adventure canoeing safaris and sport fishing, creating the perfect combination of beauty, adventure and fun.
Activities
Game Drives
One of the main highlights is a game drive along the flood plain in an open 4 x 4 Land Cruiser that takes you into the heart of an Africa dream abounding with the continent’s unique animals − eland, elephant, African wild dogs, water buck, big herds of buffalo, kudu, lion and leopard.
Walking Safaris
Take a walk in the wild and encounter wild animals up close with Zambezi Expeditions Game Walks. Accompanied by one of our professional and highly-trained field guides, explore the banks of the Zambezi River on foot.
Canoeing
The Lower Zambezi River is the perfect setting for an adventurous canoeing safari. Paddle along the tranquil waters of the Zambezi River and take in the pristine scenery of Mana Pools National Park from a unique angle. On your canoeing safari you’ll get the chance to see wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and incredible birdlife.
