Tigerfish Safari: Summary
Tigerfish Safari in a nutshell
In Zimbabwe’s remote north, Mana Pools is a vast UNESCO-protected national park, part of an incredibly rich wilderness which spills across and down the Zambezi River into Zambia and Mozambique. While there are more luxurious safaris here, this canoeing and walking focussed trip is one of the most exciting and immersive ways to discover the bush.
Begin with one night at Vundu Camp, a classic canvas and thatch set up in a private concession right in the heart of the park and great introduction to Mana.
Then take to the wide waters of the Zambezi in canoes for a wild three-night adventure. Whether paddling between sizeable crocodiles and snorting hippo pods or letting the current float you downstream past elephants pausing for a drink, this is truly wild experience for the intrepid. A mobile fly camp will be set up each evening on the riverbank, eating well-earned hearty dinners around a campfire.
Return to Vundu Camp for a final two nights in search of more wildlife on land. Up close on foot encounters with elephants known by name, wild dog packs and more are a speciality here. Or relax with some fishing and birdwatching.
Both Vundu Camp and the Mana Canoe Trail are overseen by Nick Murray, an old friend of ours and a well-respected guide with three decades of experience. Nick’s handpicked team are always excellent with particularly exceptional guides – exactly what you need when navigating wildlife on the Zambezi and exploring the park on foot.
At a glance
| Starts: | Harare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 night | Vundu Camp - Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe | Full Board & Activities |
| 3 nights | Mana Canoe Trail - Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe | Full Board & Activities |
| 2 nights | Vundu Camp - Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe | Full Board & Activities |
| Ends: | Harare International Airport |
Vundu Camp
Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Mana Canoe Trail
Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Vundu Camp
Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Tigerfish Safari.
- Paddling past crocodiles as big as the canoe
- Dinners around the campfire on the Zambezi’s banks
- Getting close to wild dogs and elephants on foot
- A real wilderness experience with superb guides
- Being active and spending so little time in a vehicle
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Tigerfish Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Canoeing
Fishing
Fly-camping
Guided walking safari
Sleeping under the stars
Key species to see on the Tigerfish Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Tigerfish Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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