African Bush Camps Thorntree River Lodge | Victoria Falls (Zambia)
Thorntree River Lodge is situated along the picturesque banks of Zambia’s Zambezi River, nestled within Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. This setting seamlessly merges the tranquil ambiance of the Zambezi with the awe-inspiring majesty of Victoria Falls. Here, indulge in an exquisite retreat while also enjoying authentic safari experiences and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Embark on game drives, river cruises, cultural visits, fishing expeditions, canoeing trips, and rhino tracking walks. Enjoy private excursions to both the Zambian and the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls. For those eager to explore from above, opt for a helicopter ride over the Falls; it’s guaranteed to take your breath away.
Drawing architectural inspiration from local cultures and contemporary influences, Thorntree River Lodge’s shared areas are fluid hubs of relaxation. The lounge flows into the elegant dining room, both areas enjoying incredible panoramas of the river. The communal deck on the Zambezi's edge is home to the Acacia firepit and a stunning infinity pool. Nestled within the grounds is the wellness spa and fully equipped gym, perfect for rejuvenating the body and mind.
Whether embarking on a thrilling helicopter ride over Victoria Falls or simply relaxing in the comfort of your suite, Thorntree River Lodge promises an opulent stay amidst Africa's breathtaking beauty. Indulge in the wildly luxurious.
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Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Champagne) Included
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Fishing, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wildlife, Wine
Each unit will have its own indoor and outdoor bathrooms, as well as a luxurious private plunge pool.
Thorntree comprises of 2 Luxury Family Units with inter-leading walkways between the parents and children’s rooms which are both en-suite. Each unit will have its own indoor and outdoor bathrooms, as well as a luxurious private plunge pool.
Each suite at Thorntree River Lodge is complete with a private plunge pool, a viewing deck, a luxurious bathtub, an outdoor and indoor shower, and a fully stocked bar cart. From your private deck, admire the majestic Zambezi River and watch as the waters entwine with the lush riverbanks to create a private encounter with an iconic river.
Each suite at Thorntree River Lodge is complete with a private plunge pool, a viewing deck, a luxurious bathtub, an outdoor and indoor shower, and a fully stocked bar cart. From your private deck, admire the majestic Zambezi River and watch as the waters entwine with the lush riverbanks to create a private encounter with an iconic river.
Family Suites made up of two tented rooms with a conjoined walkway.
Property Facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Library, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Massages, Rhino Tracking
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Historical Tours, Museums, Natural History Tours, Rhino Tracking, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights
African Bush Camps Somalisa Expeditions | Southern Hwange National Park
Somalisa Expeditions is a year-round off-the-beaten-track Experience situated within Hwange National Park - Zimbabwe's largest and most renowned wildlife reserve, famed for its high populations of African elephant. This expansive park boasts a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems, from the arid fringes of the Kalahari Desert to the dense woodlands of mopane and teak. Become one with the wild as only canvas and gauze separate you from the African bush.
At Somalisa Expeditions, embark on incredible morning and afternoon game drives and witness the authentic beauty of Zimbabwe on immersive walking safaris. Experience the remarkable in-camp Elephant Pool, where you can have personal encounters with elephants as they drink – all in a safe setting that forms a natural extension of the property. Additionally, experience an enthralling night under the starry night sky at Somalisa Sleep-Out – a romantic treehouse retreat overlooking a watering hole just fifteen minutes from camp.
This Experience is seamlessly enveloped within its surroundings, featuring earthy hues of ochre and green in its Zimbabwean influenced decor and textures add a touch of local art and craftsmanship. The cozy lounge invites relaxation – perfect for reading, drawing and journaling - while the spacious dining table offers an ideal setting for shared meals among friends and family.
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Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Champagne) Included
Fast Facts
Camp
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 6
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Nature, Star Gazing, Wildlife
With five luxury tents and one luxury family tent, Somalisa Expeditions offers an intimate safari experience by combining luxury and comfort with the beauty of the African bush. Each luxury tent is set atop a wooden deck, raised above the ground to provide breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. Each is equipped with a lavish king size bed draped in mosquito netting (the smaller room of the luxury family tent has two single beds with mosquito netting), and indoor shower, in-room charging facilities, and a wooden writing desk.
With five luxury tents and one luxury family tent, Somalisa Expeditions offers an intimate safari experience by combining luxury and comfort with the beauty of the African bush. Each luxury tent is set atop a wooden deck, raised above the ground to provide breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. Each is equipped with a lavish king size bed draped in mosquito netting (the smaller room of the luxury family tent has two single beds with mosquito netting), and indoor shower, in-room charging facilities, and a wooden writing desk.
Property Facilities
Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Electrical Outlets, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Shower
Available Services
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Night Drives, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Cultural Tours
African Bush Camps Kanga Expeditions | Mana Pools National Park
Kanga Expeditions is situated in a private concession within the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mana Pools National Park. Infamous for their walking safaris, guests can experience Mana Pools rich vegetation and predator sightings which includes lion and the rare and endangered wild dog. The camp itself overlooks Kanga Pan which is an essential water supply for a multitude of different wildlife and bird species during the dry season. This means that the surrounding wildlife frequently visits the pans for a leisurely drink.
Six traditional luxury canvas tents are placed on a raised wooden deck each with their own exclusive views overlooking the pan. The luxury tents are elegantly designed with subtle wooden furnishings, and floor-to-ceiling mesh netting and come with all the essential amenities.
During the rainy season, the pan overflows with water and for this reason, Kanga Camp is only open from April to December. This time period offers an ultimate safari experience. And, because the camp is situated in a private concession there are no other safari vehicles. Activities and experiences include walking safaris, morning and afternoon game drives, the famous armchair safaris in the dry season, and a photographic hide for both amateur and professional photographers to enjoy
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Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Champagne) Included
Fast Facts
Camp
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 6
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Solar-powered Kanga Expeditions comprises of four luxury tents all raised on individual wooden platforms for an elevated view over the Kanga Pan. Each Luxury Tent is simple yet elegant, boasting floor-to-ceiling mesh windows to let in ample natural light and a light breeze. All tents are replete with fans, en-suite bathroom, flushing toilet, outdoor shower, hot running water and a secluded veranda
Solar-powered Kanga Expeditions includes a Honeymoon Tent on a raised wooden platform for an elevated view over the Kanga Pan. The tent simple yet elegant, boasting floor-to-ceiling mesh windows to let in ample natural light and a light breeze. The tent is completed with a fan, en-suite bathroom, flushing toilet, outdoor shower, hot running water and a secluded veranda, perfect for a honeymoon. The tent boasts a wraparound terrace facing the pan with private seating and dining areas. The tent also features a roll-top bath on the adjoining secluded deck, ideal for a romantic starlit bath.
Solar-powered Kanga Expeditions includes a Luxury Family Tent on a raised wooden platform for an elevated view over the Kanga Pan. The tent simple yet elegant, boasting floor-to-ceiling mesh windows to let in ample natural light and a light breeze. The tent is completed with a fan, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, hot running water and a secluded veranda It boasts a wraparound terrace facing the pan with private seating and dining areas. The tent features an adjoining secluded deck perfect for families.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Pool, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Canoeing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Mokoro Excursion, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
African Bush Camps Zambezi Expeditions | Mana Pools National Park
Located on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Zambezi Expeditions is your chance to become one with the wild. Situated within Mana Pools National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprised of four permanent watering holes that attract wildlife year-round – Zambezi Expeditions falls nothing short of extraordinary.
At Zambezi Expeditions explore breathtaking landscapes in the form of floodplains, grasslands, and riverine forests. Dive into a range of bespoke activities, including game drives, canoeing safaris, catch-and-release fishing trips, and birdwatching excursions. Mana Pools National Park is one of Africa’s least explored yet most cherished national parks, largely due to its spectacular array of wildlife and untouched lands.
Zambezi Expeditions offers the perfect blend of comfort and connection to nature. Experience barriers dissolving as only canvas and gauze separate you from the African bush. The shared common area features an inviting lounge and dining table, as well as full bar facilities. Take a refreshing dip in the main area plunge pool. Spend the evening under the starry African sky as you share the day’s adventures around the glow of the fire.
Six luxury tents accommodating just 12 guests at a time, Zambezi Expeditions is positioned for privacy and solitude, inviting you to embrace adventure and experience Africa, real and remote.
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Your Stay
3 Nights
Fast Facts
Camp
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 6
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Luxury Tents
Six luxury tents. Safari-style rain shower, mosquito nets, accommodating just 12 guests at a time, Zambezi Expeditions is positioned for privacy and solitude, inviting you to embrace adventure and experience Africa, real and remote
Property Facilities
Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Pool
Room Facilities
Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Canoeing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Walks (Guided)