This seasonal camp (open from April to November) is situated in an exclusive-use area on the eastern border of the Zambezi Valley’s golden child, Mana Pools National Park. Surrounded by a dense forest of mahogany and albida trees with awe-inspiring views of the Zambezi River, its floodplains, and the distant mountains of the Rift Valley escarpment, this wildlife-rich trove is a photographer’s paradise.

Enjoy exclusive access to a gorgeous stretch of the Zambezi, the nearby Sapi River, Chikwenya Island, and beautiful woodlands on game drives and guided walks. The area is home to large herds of buffalo and elephants, as well as healthy populations of hippo, lion, wild dog, leopard, and zebra. Twitchers can tick off sightings like black-throated wattle-eye, red-necked falcon, eastern nicator, red-throated twinspots, and Livingstone’s flycatcher.

Chikwenya offers superb luxury in canvas-tented suites built on raised wooden walkways and decks from which to enjoy the spectacular scenery and passing wildlife.

Highlights

• Luxury tented camp in a remote and beautiful part of Mana Pools
• Day and night game drives in an exclusive-use area
• Guided walks along the Zambezi River and the surrounding forest
• Romantic sunset boat cruises
• Pontoon and canoe rides to see large game at the water’s edge

Activities

• BIRD WATCHING
• GAME DRIVES
• GUIDED WALKS
• SUNSET CRUISES

Rooms

Standard Twin Tent

The canvas suites are set on lowered wooden decks with raised walkways that link to the camp’s main area. The spacious tents feature indoor lounge areas, small verandas and en suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. Creature comforts like writing desks, canvas roll-down blinds, mosquito nets, charging stations, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities will make your stay at Chikwenya a very comfortable one.

Facilities

Chikwenya’s lounge, dining, and bar areas are built on raised wooden decks that connect with walkways leading to all the tented suites. The swimming pool is situated in the main area and features a deck with sun loungers. Spend your evenings beside the cozy campfire as you watch the giant sunset over Africa.

Dining

All meals are prepared at Chikwenya and included in your rate.