Standard Twin/Double Tent(s) (8 rooms)
Family Accommodation (2 rooms)
TYPE:
Accommodation
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
10
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
Bar
Pool
Private Vehicle Available
ROOM FACILITIES:
Electrical Outlets
En-Suite
Fan
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Mosquito Nets
Safe
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Bird Watching
Boating
Canoeing
Catch-and-release Fishing
Game Drives
Night Drives
Sleep Outs
Walks (Guided)
Includes: meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry.
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: game drives, walks, boat cruises, canoe trails and fishing by arrangement, subject to availability of boats, at an additional charge and guests own equipment.
Situated on the western boundary of Mana Pools National Park, Ruckomechi Camp lies on the banks of the Zambezi, shaded by a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees and with a superb view of the mountains of Africa's Great Rift Valley across the river in Zambia.
Ruckomechi Camp accommodates guests in ten spacious en-suite tented units, including two family tents, all of which overlook the Zambezi River. Each tent has both indoor and outdoor showers, and the camp boasts a favourite amongst guests: its outdoor 'bath-with-a-view' in a secluded, scenic spot.
The central dining, bar and lounge areas face the escarpment and are connected to the rest of the camp by walk-ways. There is a separate deck with a pool for swimming and sun bathing, and an inviting, cushion-strewn star gazing deck. The camp is as environmentally friendly as possible - hot water and lighting for each unit is provided by solar power.
The area is renowned for large numbers of elephant, buffalo, hippo and eland, especially in the winter when they concentrate along the river. Activities include wildlife viewing in open 4x4 vehicles, on motorised pontoon boats, on foot and in canoes.
Airstrip Transfer Time: 45 minutes
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Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Ruckomechi is the elephants’ favourite camp
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Guest lounge area and adjacent al fresco dining arear
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Canoeing on the Zambezi allows up-close game viewing
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Guest lounge area and adjacent al fresco dining area
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Great game viewing from as close as Ruckomechi’s star-gazing deck
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Always amazing wildlife sightings from the main area
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Brunch treats at Ruckomechi
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The pool area has sweeping views of the Zambian escarpment over the river
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Balmy weather allows for dining under the stars most evenings
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Enjoy an aperitif on the fire deck before dinner
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Ruckomechi is nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River adjacent to Mana Pools National Park
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Elephant feeding on the floodplain in front of a guest tent
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Exterior view of a guest tent
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Luxurious guest tents provide a relaxing base at siesta time
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Ruckomechi accommodates guests in 10 spacious en-suite tents
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Guest tent bathroom
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Guest tents overlook the Lower Zambezi River
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Wild dog pack preparing for a hunt
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Hippo are a regular sighting in the Zambezi River
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Canoeing on the Zambezi is a thrilling adventure
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Ruckomechi’s legendary outdoor bath offers a romantic interlude
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African skimmers require pristine habitats to successfully breed
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Buffalo graze on an island in the Zambezi River
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Game viewing from a boat cruise
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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The resident lion pride may often be seen while out on a game drive
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Game walk with professional safari guide
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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African elephant feeding in the floodplain
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Tiger fishing is available on a catch-and-release basis
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Hippo seen from a canoeing activity
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Elephant crossing a shallow section of the Zambezi River
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Golden hour elephant
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Wild dog after a successful kill
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Playful wild dogs
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Elephant feeding on ana tree pods
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Elephant are regularly seen from the pontoon as they move across the Zambezi
Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Predators such as lion are often sighted while on game drives
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Buffalo on the floodplain behind camp
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Elephant seen on a drive from camp
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Zebra with oxpeckers passenger
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Iconic African fish-eagle
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Impala flourish in Mana Pools National Park
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White-fronted bee-eater on the banks of the Zambezi River
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Elephant with the escarpment forms a stunning backdrop
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Elephant sightings from a boat cruise are exceptionally rewarding
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The face of experience
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The Zambian escarpment provides a dramatic photographic backdrop, whether at sunrise or sunset
Sublimely spacious tented suites are thoughtfully positioned along the iconic Zambezi’s banks, each offering unimpeded views across the river to the stunning Rift Valley Escarpment on the Zambian side.
From the well-appointed lounge area inside, to the expansive deck outside, each suite has been mindfully furnished in rich natural textures and lovely local décor pieces.
Connected to the main area by low wooden walkways – to allow free passage of the wildlife – the tented suites provide front row seats to an endlessly entertaining wildlife parade.
The two stylish and generous tented family rooms are built on low wooden decks offering a veranda with broad vistas of the Zambezi River. With the same comforts as the standard tents, each comprise two en-suite bedrooms.
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