Camelthorn LodgeCamelthorn Lodge

Camelthorn Lodge

From: $665.00

Camelthorn Lodge is nestled in the dense vegetation of the South Eastern corner of Hwange. Surrounded by plains and waterholes the private concession has excellent wildlife and easy access to the park itself. Game drives and beautiful villas combine into the perfect safari destination.

Description

Camelthorn Lodge

Hwange National Park

Camelthorn Lodge is tucked away in a grove of mature trees’ surrounded by open plains and numerous waterholes in the South Eastern corner of Hwange National Park. The private concession makes this a prime wildlife viewing area as well as having it’s own private gate for entry into the National Park.

The lodge shares the concession with her sister lodges however Camelthorn is slightly more upmarket with brick villas making up the accommodation. The main guest area is connected to the villas via sand pathways and the bush is surprisingly thick ensuring great privacy for guests. The main area is home to an ancient Camelthorn tree that is encircled by a wooden deck where dinners under the stars are a nightly occurrence. This area also has a comfortable lounge and very sociable bar area for pre-dinner drinks.

Villas

Each of the eight villas at the lodge are tucked away into their own unique setting amongst the forest of trees’ providing privacy and a fantastic sensation of mystery and ambiance. The villas are built of concrete with luxury conveniences such as air conditioning and other refined finishes. The small patio at the front of each villa is replete with chairs and there is a staircase that leads up to a shaded balcony and day bed for relaxing.

Entry doors are sliding glass or mesh revealing spacious and comfortable areas with high ceilings and lots of windows letting in light and cool breezes. There is a big fireplace for the colder evenings that Hwange is well known for and when the daytime temperatures soar, the air con is very welcome.

The en-suite bathrooms are modern and stylish with dual vanity basins, large shower and bath.

Read our Country Information for travel to Zimbabwe.

Consider combining this with The Hide Safari Camp or her sister lodge, Bomani. Looking for remote Hwange? Explore Jozibanini Camp.

For further information on Hwange and its conservation read about the excellent work the Conservation Action Trust is doing in the park.

How to Get There

Fly In

Fly in to Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe with British Airways, Ethiopian Airlines or Kenya Airways.

On arrival you will be met by your safari representative for the 4 – 5 hour road and rail transfer to the lodge.

Private air charters are possible from Victoria Falls Airport to Sipepa Airstrip which is an hours drive from the lodge.

For assistance with transfers or private charters, get in touch with us, we’ll ensure your safari arrangements are seamless.

Included/Excluded

Included:

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • Soft drinks and local brand alcohol
  • Laundry
  • Airstrip transfers
  • Twice daily game drives
  • Tourism Levy
  • Walking safaris
  • Night drives

 

Excluded:

  • Premium brand drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Air charters
  • Visa fees’
  • Personal travel insurance
  • National Park fees’

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