Overview
Join us on a four-day adventure in the wild and remote Mana Pools National Park, a World Heritage Site in the Lower Zambezi Valley. On this pre- or post-trip extension, you’ll have the chance to explore on foot, go birdwatching, boating, and canoeing—all in search of terrific birding and some of Africa’s legendary big game at one of the most beautiful and remote tented camps in the area.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive / Mana Pools National Park
A morning flight from Victoria Falls brings you to Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll explore this wildlife paradise on foot, a chance to get really close to the wildlife. “Mana” means “four” in the local Shona language, and refers to four pools that are the remnants of oxbow lakes formed by the Zambezi River as it has changed course over thousands of years. Overnight at Ruckomechi Camp...BLD
Arrive / Mana Pools National Park - Day 1
Ruckomechi Camp
Days 1 to 4 (4 nights), Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Ruckomechi Camp, set in a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees overlooking the Zambezi River, features a superb view of the mountains of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. Guests are accommodated in ten spacious tents with en suite facilities that include a toilet, hand basin, and both indoor and outdoor showers. Public areas include a central dining area, bar, library, and lounge area, which are connected to the rooms by low raised walkways. An infinity pool features a deck area ideal for relaxing, and there is also an inviting deck for star-gazing—which is tremendous on clear nights! Enjoy game drives, boat trips on the Zambezi River, or bush walks.
Days 2-3
Mana Pools National Park
The park is renowned for its number of elephants, and many bull elephants can stand on their back legs and stretch 25-30 feet up into the tree canopy to feed—a unique sight! Bush walks at Mana Pools are especially interesting. There’s absolutely no predicting what is around any corner, but elephants, buffalo, impalas, waterbucks, and baboons are seen on just about every walk. Wild dogs are also regularly seen at Mana Pools, while lions and leopards are often seen close to camp. Other activities here include 4WD gameviewing, night drives, boating, birdwatching, and optional canoeing on the Zambezi River…BLD each day
Mana Pools National Park - Days 2-3
Ruckomechi Camp
Days 1 to 4 (4 nights), Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Ruckomechi Camp, set in a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees overlooking the Zambezi River, features a superb view of the mountains of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. Guests are accommodated in ten spacious tents with en suite facilities that include a toilet, hand basin, and both indoor and outdoor showers. Public areas include a central dining area, bar, library, and lounge area, which are connected to the rooms by low raised walkways. An infinity pool features a deck area ideal for relaxing, and there is also an inviting deck for star-gazing—which is tremendous on clear nights! Enjoy game drives, boat trips on the Zambezi River, or bush walks.
Day 4
Depart
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or to Day 1 of your itinerary (for pre-trip extensions)...B
Depart - Day 4
Ruckomechi Camp
Days 1 to 4 (4 nights), Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Ruckomechi Camp, set in a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees overlooking the Zambezi River, features a superb view of the mountains of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. Guests are accommodated in ten spacious tents with en suite facilities that include a toilet, hand basin, and both indoor and outdoor showers. Public areas include a central dining area, bar, library, and lounge area, which are connected to the rooms by low raised walkways. An infinity pool features a deck area ideal for relaxing, and there is also an inviting deck for star-gazing—which is tremendous on clear nights! Enjoy game drives, boat trips on the Zambezi River, or bush walks.
