Reviews of Camp Hwange
Wildlife sightings and reviews
94 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Camp Hwange and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Lovely Location"
The tents are very well designed and attractive, without being overly luxurious. Despite very cold weather, the tents were comfortable. They were widely spaced. Very comfortable beds! The central areas were minimalist in design, but worked well.
Staff were excellent - Savannah the Manager was always nearby, making sure we were being well looked after.
The small scale of the camp was perfect. We routinely had only one or two companions on game drives. We particularly enjoyed the company of the Trainee Guide Eric, who was keen to share his knowledge and was very personable.
The blend of animals in this area was different, with fewer elephants and the addition of jackals, more hippos and crocs. Overall, probably fewer animal sightings. We had a great opportunity to observe a pride of lions consuming a buffalo and appreciated the relaxed pace that allowed extended observation. The guides did their best to locate the pride of lions with cubs and a leopard, but the very long grass made it difficult to spot them." See all these reviews: 6n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
1 sighting
Sable antelope
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review - encounter with lions"
The camp site was lovely - a large waterhole had a resident crocodile and was visited by numerous bird species, even, on our last morning, a pair of ostrich. A fire pit was the site of early morning continental breakfast, and a protocol of separate lunch and community dinner in the central area was in place - a little lonely for solo travellers.
While all the staff were generous with their care of guests, I felt the guiding was less nuanced than my previous experience. I particularly liked the trainee guide assigned to our group - Eric. lovely personality and great local knowledge, imparted with wonderful humour.
The camp had been recently refurbished and the safari tents were comfortable and warm." See all these reviews: 6n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Sable antelope
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
The spacious rooms are very comfortable. Laundry was returned within a day, although for some reason they no longer wash socks.
There are good charging facilities within the room, wifi is available in the small library, at the entrance to the lounge/dining area.
We really enjoyed the food here, but separate tables at lunch resulted in several lovely ladies in our vehicle sitting alone, facing an empty waterhole. Perhaps individual tables could be optional?
The excellent guiding is one of the main reasons we keep returning to Zimbabwe and in the main we were not disappointed this time. We were somewhat surprised however when on a walk with our guide and a trainee guide, our guide offered to take short videos of individual guests standing with their backs to a nearby elephant." See all these reviews: 8n in Zimbabwe
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Roan antelope
1 sighting
Sable antelope
1 sighting
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
"Camp Hwange review"
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
Evening meals were communal with a table set with crisp white linen, crystal wine glasses and a beautiful chandelier. It was like something out of a film set! The food was fantastic and plentiful - I was shocked by the number of eating opportunities scheduled into our day; two breakfasts, lunch, an afternoon 'high tea', sundowner and snacks and dinner. All home cooked and delicious - calorie counting definitely goes out the window.
All staff, without exception were lovely but a special mention must go for Dharmesh, our brilliant guide. We secretly nicknamed him 'the professor' due to his encyclopedic knowledge about everything - wildlife, flora, astrology, topography, geography..you name it. If you are lucky enough to get Dharmesh as your guide you are in for a really amazing learning experience. We had two teenagers in our jeep group and he was able to interest them in everything too. His enthusiasm and knowledge will remain with us for a long time that's for sure. He is definitely one of the highlights of Camp Hwange." See all these reviews: 11n in Zimbabwe
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
Lion
1 sighting
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Sable antelope
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
Buffalo
1 sighting
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
2 sightings
Lion
7 sightings
Roan antelope
3 sightings
Sable antelope
4 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
The safari started the moment we left Giraffe Springs airstrip with our driver Conn pointing out various animals that he was spotting . We were warmly welcomed to the Camp and introduced to all the guys who would be looking after us.
Our guide here was Peter , he too was very knowledgeable and took us to see some very interesting sites . A difficult time at this camp in a way as the rains were long overdue and some animals were suffering very badly , but of course , others were enjoying a time of plenty.
The accommodation here is very comfortable and the food was super. We particularly enjoyed the way they put a buffet out so one could help oneself.
A lovely relaxed atmosphere persists in this camp in between drives. after dinner we all gathered around the campfire fire to chill out before retiring to bed . A lovely way to finish the day." See all these reviews: 6n in Zimbabwe; 4n in Botswana
Buffalo
Multiple sightings
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Leopard
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Sable antelope
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
Buffalo
4 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
3 sightings
Hippo
1 sighting
Lion
6 sightings
Roan antelope
6 sightings
Sable antelope
6 sightings
Wild dog
1 sighting
Zebra
10 sightings
"Camp Hwange review"
The location is still a very good one, within the private concession that makes it just a little bit more exclusive. The tents offer everything you need, are spacious and have an unobstructed view at the never quiet waterhole. We were lucky enough to watch three wild dogs coming in for a drink and ending up chasing an impala. What else do you need?
It's still ticking all the boxes; from the excellent and creative chef to the attentive staff and very competent guides in the stunning setting of a true picture perfect africa.
There were no drawbacks at all. Very highly recommended." See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Roan antelope
10 sightings
Wild dog
3 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
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