Resting on the top of the low foothills in the far north west corner of Hwange National Park, is Daka Plains. One of remotest camps in Hwange, this area offers guests an opportunity to walk and game drive some of the wildest areas in Southern Africa. The camp is situated in our own private concession in Hwange National Park, which allows us the opportunity to do night drives. Daka Plains consists of eight units, made of thatch, local rock and canvas. Ideal for families and groups, this unique place will captivate you. Big sky country is what sums up this wild area. Daka Plains overlooks the Deka floodplains and seeps which are the head waters of the Deka river.
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Deck and Main areaCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyDeck and Main area
Pool areaCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyPool area at night
SunriseCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographySunrise in camp
Lounge AreasCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyLounge areas
SundownersCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographySundowners with moody skies
Drinks and games on the deckCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyKahlua anyone?
SundownersCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographySundowners
Meet the Team!Credit: Emma Gatland PhotographyOur dedciated staff!
RoomsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyRooms
DiningCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyPrivate dining
Daka Plains Concession Game DrivesCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyDrives on the Daka Plains Concession
Lounge areaCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyLounge area
Lounge areaCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyLounge area
Bathoom in room 3Credit: Emma Gatland PhotographyRoom 3 Bathroom
Room 3Credit: Emma Gatland PhotographyNew extended deck on room 3
RoomsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyKing Bed
Room 3Credit: Emma Gatland PhotographyRoom 3
RoanCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Pegolia AreaCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyRelaxation area near the pool
ZebraCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Herd of Elephants by the seepsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
RoanCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Vast open spacesCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
ImpalaCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
BuffaloCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
TsessebeCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
GiraffeCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
TsessebeCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
ElephantsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Hippo at Hippo and Croc PoolsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Dung BeatleCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
ZebraCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Zebra a the seepsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Elephant TusksCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Marshall EagleCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Male Lion Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
Bat Eared FoxCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Bat Eared FoxCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Male LionCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Female LionCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Male Lion Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
Dragon FlyCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Dung BeetleCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyDung Beetle
August 2024 sightingsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyCheetah Sighting
LionCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyThe male lion in the Daka Plains pride
August SightingsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyLeopard with a kill
August SightingsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyCheetah on the move
August SightingsCredit: Emma Gatland PhotographyA great location for birding!
Chef Brandon at work!Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
Lunch is served!Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
Chef Oren at work!Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
KebabsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Chef Oren and Chef BrandonCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
LunchesCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
LunchesCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Pool areaCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Professional GuidesCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Lunch ViewsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Rooms
The style of the camp is local rock and canvas walls with thatch roofs. The units are small but offer every comfort one could need. Hot and cold running water, flush toilet, comfortable beds with first class linen and views of forever. The camp is designed to blend with the environment and the style compliments this.
Sleeps a maximum of 14 PAX throughout the camp.
Room 3 is the family unit There is an indoor shower, as well as in outside bath and shower which overlooks the vlei in front of camp. Guests can make use of the pull out sleeper couch or choose to use the roller bed on request.
King BedCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Dressing areaCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Outside Bath viewsCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Room 3 LayoutCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Roomy 3 LayoutCredit: Emma Gatland Photography
Verandah Credit: Emma Gatland Photography
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Gas Hot Water System , Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Rooms
The style of the camp is local rock and canvas walls with thatch roofs. The units are small but offer every comfort one could need. Hot and cold running water, flush toilet, comfortable beds with first class linen and views of forever. The camp is designed to blend with the environment and the style compliments this.
Sleeps a maximum of 14 PAX.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Big 5, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Historical Tours, Mountain Biking, Natural History Tours, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Game drives are conducted in the mornings and afternoon/evenings at camp. They usually last about three hours each and are conducted around the camp. The wildlife in the area is prolific. Night drives are conducted in the early evening offering one a chance to see the smaller more nocturnal animals with spotlights.
Walking safaris are also conducted generally in the morning with armed guides. The walks are leisurely and time is taken to observe the smaller things in the bush that one normally misses when driving. Walking is weather dependent, or dependent on the condition of the terrain.
Professional Guides - Ian Batchelor & Fisher Ngwerume
The enthusiastic birder and amateur ornithologist our expert guides will offer many opportunities and photographic moments to enjoy the prolific bird life that Hwange has to offer.
This is a key activity around the lodge in the green season.
Some of the special opportunities and activities that add to the unique Daka experience.
Main Area & Dining
Daka plains has an inside dining area and lounge with the original stone fireplace for those cold winter nights. Comfortable, spacious seating and an extensive library which providing a variety of classic safari books and varied reading material. At the far end of our main area is our fully stocked bar and cigar corner.
The front deck offers a special evening dining option for dinner under the African sky and stars. We are blessed to have the option to dine in the warmth and ambiance of our lounge area during chilly evenings. After your guide briefing by the fire side, enjoy a night cap whilst reflecting on the days sightings and experiences, soaking up the ambience of the fire and the many night sounds.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included