Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park is Zimbabwe’s top safari destination and renowned for its impressive elephant population. The park is also a haven for wild (or painted) dogs which are the focus of conservation projects. With varied wildlife and over 400 bird species, Hwange is a premier safari destination which still enjoys relatively small visitor numbers.

Hwange – pronounced ‘Wang-ee’ – is Zimbabwe’s premier national park offering exciting big five safaris and some of the best guiding in Africa. Perhaps best known for its elephant population, which is thought to number 40,000 strong, Hwange offers plenty of impressive game viewing in unspoilt surroundings.

The park is divided between Kalahari sands in the south and rockier terrain in the north which is home to Mopane woodland. Such differing landscapes offer diverse game viewing, so it’s a good idea to combine camps in different areas for a full experience. Hwange is also part of the Zambezi basin and acts as an important corridor for game moving from the park to Chobe National Park in neighbouring Botswana.

Wildlife populations are diverse in Hwange with over 100 mammal species. Large herds of elephants and buffalo are common with both black and white rhino clinging on. Hwange is also considered to have one of the healthiest populations of the elusive African wild dog as well as being home to sable which are considered a Hwange speciality. It is also a bird watcher’s haven with over 400 species of bird being recorded in the park with many migratory species swelling numbers during the summer months.

One of the greatest attractions in Hwange is the waterholes, a large number of which are artificially pumped; in fact without them the park would be unable to support such large quantities of game. The best game viewing is on offering from July to October when wildlife congregates at the waterholes making for some truly exceptional encounters.

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Bomani Tented Lodge is a small luxury camp located in a private reserve next to Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park. With spectacularly diverse game viewing and considerable comfort, Bomani is a superb and relaxed safari option in Hwange.

Bomani Tented Lodge

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Tucked away in the woodlands of Ngamo Plains, Camelthorn Lodge offers a comfortable and secluded stay in one of Hwange’s last remaining well-protected and unspoilt acacia woodlands. Great guiding and hosts make this an unforgettable stay.

Camelthorn Lodge

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Elephant's Eye is a luxurious lodge in Zimbabwe located a short drive from Hwange National park. It is an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts with stunning views overlooking the resident waterhole frequented by the world famous elephant population.

Elephant's Eye

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

The Hide Safari Camp is a relaxing, welcoming tented safari camp in Zimbabwe’s iconic Hwange National Park. Offering a Treehouse option for the adventurous along with expert wildlife guides, The Hide offers superb game drive and bush walk experience.

The Hide Safari Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Somalisa Camp is a charming and authentic tented safari camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Somalisa's passionate guides are incredibly knowledgeable, so game drives and guided walks are thoroughly enjoyable with plenty of wildlife to be found.

Somalisa Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Little Makalolo Camp is a remote and exclusive tented safari camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Little Makalolo overlooks a waterhole regularly visited by elephant, and the superb wildlife guides really bring Hwange alive for you.

Little Makalolo Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Davison’s Camp is a simple but comfortable tented safari camp in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park. Davison’s Camp has a very productive waterhole, and the pool is great way to cool off in between game drives or bush walks.

Davison's Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Located in the hilly countryside of the northern region of Hwange National Park is Hwange Bush Camp, a seasonal camp nestled under a canopy of trees. A simple but tasteful camp in an area that offers guests a diverse range of scenery and wildlife.

Hwange Bush Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Ideally located for all wildlife enthusiasts, Ivory Safari Lodge is located on a private concession adjacent to Hwange National park.

Ivory Safari Lodge

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Jozibanini Camp is a small and truly exclusive camp in a remote part of Hwange National Park. The camp is situated in the south west part of the park where only the wildlife and park rangers frequent.

Jozibanini Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Khulu Ivory “Grandfather of Ivory” is located on a private concession of 6,000 acres. The beauty of this camp is that it combines luxurious and private accommodation with old world hospitality.

Khulu Lodge

Hwange

Situated on the same site as the old Linkwasha, the camp is close to the famed Ngamo Plains, which offer fantastic summer game viewing – to add to the already excellent winter viewing within the Linkwasha Concession. The most luxurious camp in Hwange.

Linkwasha Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Located within a private concession in the northern region of Hwange National Park is Nehimba Lodge. Famed for its huge populations of elephant, guests can expect an incredibly close-up experience of these gentle giants from the comfort of camp.

Nehimba Lodge

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Somalisa Acacia is a family-friendly tented safari camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Somalisa Acacia is perfectly situated for exploring this vast national park on game drives and guided walks.

Somalisa Acacia

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Introducing Machaba safaris Verney's Camp. Based in the famous elephant haven, Hwange National park, this intimate property is a fantastic base to explore one of Zimbabwe's most popular parks.

Verney's Camp

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Camp Hwange is a classic safari camp situated within a private concession in the north of Hwange National Park, the largest National Park in Zimbabwe. This intimate camp offers a true wilderness experience within a wonderful park.

Camp Hwange

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

The Elephant Express train is a unique way to be transferred from Hwange Main Gate to Imvelo's lodges of Camelthorn and Bomani. Enjoy the ride through the park and the chance for your first glimpse of Hwange's amazing wildlife.

The Elephant Express

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Whilst staying at Jozibanini go on a mountain biking safari to explore the wilderness area around camp in a low-impact fashion under the guidance of your professional guide. This is the perfect way to explore the bush and have close encounters with game.

Mountain Bike Safari

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Explore Hwange National Park on a game drive with an experienced professional safari guide with the chance to see one of Africa's most impressive elephant populations as well as wild dog, buffalo and over 400 species of bird.

Game Drives in Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Discover the wonders of Hwange on horse back. Imvelo invite you to enjoy a sense of freedom and tranquillity as you ride through the bush and across open savannah to find game and bringing you closer to nature than ever before.

Horse Riding in Hwange

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