Located within Mana Pools National Park, this small tented camp is positioned on the banks of the Zambezi. From underneath the canopies of gnarled mahogany and trichelia trees, it looks out over the meandering, sandbank-dotted river, towards Zambia.
A seasonal, semi-permanent setup, John’s Camp only operates during the drier months, between April and November. It is made up of just five canvas Meru-style tents, each one with an en-suite bathroom containing a shower and flushing toilet. Inside, the tents can be set up as doubles or twins, whilst outside, each has a small veranda that faces the river.
From the camp, explore the surrounding floodplains, rich with grazing and predatory wildlife. Encounter bull elephants, herds of buffalos, prides of lions and numerous antelopes. More than 400 bird species can be found in the area, whilst pods of hippos float in the cooling waters of the river.
Simple and unassuming, John’s Camp makes the most of its magnificent location, focussing on guiding and wildlife, rather than pampering and polished service. Run by the incredibly experienced Milo Harrup and Sarah Stevens, the camp takes its name from Sarah’s father – the renowned walking guide, John Stevens.
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Ruckomechi Camp is on the boundary of Mana Pools National Park, which is home to an abundance of wildlife – including lion, wild dog, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, zebra, impala and elephant and a plethora of bird species. The camp has ten spacious en-suite tented units, including a honeymoon suite, all of which overlook the Zambezi River. Each tent has both indoor and outdoor showers, while the camp’s outdoor ‘bath-with-a-view’ in a secluded, scenic spot is always a favourite.
Kanga Camp is set on the most remote part of the World Heritage site Mana Pools National Park. The camp lies on the Kanga Pan the only known pan that does not dry up making is it one of the best places to be for wildlife experiences. The 12 bedded tented camp has en-suite bathroom facilities and outdoor shower and basins overlooking the water hole. There is one family tent with its own private dining and seating area.
Located within the Sapi Concession, adjoining Mana Pools’ eastern border, this small camp is one of just two in the 118,000-hectare wilderness. Positioned on the banks of the Zambezi River, this idyllic tented camp is ideal for exploring both on the river and on land.
At the heart of the vast Sapi Concession, bordering Mana National Park sits Sapi Springs Camp. Positioned beside the seasonal Sapi River, this raised camp hides beneath the canopy of countless trees, immersed in the wilderness.
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