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Resting on the top of the low foothills in the far north west of Hwange National Park, is Daka Plains. Probably the remotest Lodge in Hwange, this area offers guests an opportunity to walk and game drive some of the wildest areas in Southern Africa. The Lodge is situated in our own private concession in Hwange National Park so allows us the opportunity to do night drives as well. Daka Plains consists of seven units, made of thatch, local rock and canvas. Ideal for taking the whole lodge for 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.
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.
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
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available)
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Available)
Activities on Site
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.
