Reviews of Hwange Bush Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
35 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Hwange Bush Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Hwange Bush Camp review"
This small camp may not suit those who are looking for apartment sized tents, with hot and cold running water, WiFi and a pool, but for us it is perfect. Our priority is good guiding and a comfortable camp. We like that it is independently owned, not part of some big organisation and the fact that there is little turnover of staff, says a lot.
With a constant stream of new quests arriving, it is remarkable how each one is made to feel welcomed into the Bush Camp ‘family’. Looking for wildlife is taken very seriously, but there is good humour and fun along the way.
Visiting in May, our expectations in terms of sightings were not high, but amongst others, we had two sightings of a leopard, some wonderful times with lion cubs and a first for me, a group of twenty two ostrich." See all these reviews: 8n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Leopard
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
1 sighting
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
Multiple sightings
Wild dog
1 sighting
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Perfect first safari experience!!"
We really felt the passion the whole team has for the wilderness (plus crazy stories around the campfire!). Lots of sightings, always an intimate experience as we were the only ones there. Food was a highlight, always fresh and tasty
We cant wait to go back and stay longer" See all these reviews: 6n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
4 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
10 sightings
Lion
4 sightings
Roan antelope
3 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
Sophie, a young lady with managerial and hostess skills way beyond her years, ensured every element of our camp stay was of the very highest order, delivered with an engaging and enthusiastic manner.
Spike and Sean were our guides for the majority of the time and did a splendid job. There was nothing Spike didn't know about the entire environment, from the geology to the stars and the insects to the birds, he's a walking encyclopaedia delivering his knowledge in a gentle and informative way. Sean too, though apparently in the very last stage of his training as a guide, was undetectably so. Our greatest wish was to spend time on foot and to see the animals and birds in as natural a way as possible. That wish was fulfilled in spades.
From successfully tracking lions, who were themselves tracking buffalo, to stalking those same buffalo to within a small but safe distance, we spent a good deal of time on foot in the bush. And we identified a satisfyingly long list of birds too. Walking in onto the watering place of a sizeable herd of elephants and watching them from cover at a distance of less than 10 metres made for an unforgettable sunset experience. It was only intensified by having a drink in the gloaming overlooking a lake as dozens of nightjars flitted like giant moths, hawking for insects." See all these reviews: 8n in Zimbabwe
Aardvark
1 sighting
Buffalo
Multiple sightings
Cheetah
Multiple sightings
Eland
Multiple sightings
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
Multiple sightings
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
5 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
6 sightings
Roan antelope
3 sightings
Sable antelope
3 sightings
Spotted Hyena
3 sightings
Wild dog
1 sighting
Zebra
8 sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
We were lucky enough to have a private guide on most of the game drives and this enabled us to go slow and really take time to appreciate the surroundings without rushing to see the next lion. Actually experiencing a red crested korhaan showing its red crest, while dancing around may not sound like a big thing, but for us it was.
I can honestly not think of any improvement. Please keep doing what you do and thank you for doing it." See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
Multiple sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Roan antelope
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
Everything about Bush Camp is excellent - location, rooms, food and above all the welcoming atmosphere created by the outstanding team.
The guides are knowledgeable and inspiring with two good long game drives each day.
We will definitely return." See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Zebra
10 sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
Everything about Bush Camp is excellent - location, rooms, food and above all the welcoming atmosphere created by the outstanding team.
The guides are knowledgeable and inspiring with two good long game drives each day.
Particular thanks to Petrus, Sean and Spike. We will definitely return." See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
1 sighting
Cheetah
2 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Roan antelope
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
3 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"I used to love self drive..."
It is located in the game-rich Robins area, and we have had fabulous sightings thanks to excellent guides. We have been guided by a professional guide and a learner guide who was very knowledgeable and experienced - and fun to be with.
Hospitality at the camp is equally outstanding. While the variety of the food and the drinks is tailored to bush life, the cooking was brilliant. Service was very personal, amazingly attentive and at the same time unobtrusive. The meals are communal, with breakfast around the fire at dawn and dinner around a beautifully decorated table - allowing for good conversations with our bush camping mates.
The tents feature a comfortable bed, a washbasin, a proper toilet, a bucket shower (filled within a few minutes with water at the desired temperature upon request at any given time), a fan and electric light including good reading lights at the bedside. This is not one of the camps trying to mimic a downtown Manhattan five star hotel room. This is one of the very few places that offers authentic bush camping in a very comfortable manner.
For ten years I used to prefer self drive over camps for the wilderness experience. Hwange Bush Camp has changed this preference, and I hope to be able to come back and spend more time here including some fly camping." See all these reviews: 3n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
1 sighting
Lion
Multiple sightings
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Sable antelope
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Hwange Bush Camp review"
A magical place - possibly my favourite camp in the whole park (and in Hwange I have been to a LOT over the years).
As something of an aside, for such a relatively rustic camp, the food was quite exceptional." See all these reviews: 8n in Zimbabwe
Buffalo
Multiple sightings
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Leopard
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
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