Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange
Sikumi Forestry Area Near Hwange Aerodrome, Hwange National Park Zimbabwe
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Located on a private concession sharing a fenceless border with Hwange National Park, this luxury eco-lodge hosts guests in sublimely comfortable treehouse chalets. Fill your days with game drives, guided safari walks, horseback safaris, and Community Upliftment Experiences or simply take the time to indulge and relax at the eco-friendly spa. We invite you to experience warm African hospitality with a Boma dinner lit by lanterns and a roaring fire, and to take the opportunity to experience a night sleeping under the stars at our open-air sleepout deck next to your own private waterhole. Discover Savour the splendour of Africa at this beautiful and intimate setting in the heart of Africa.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Free breakfast
Airport transportation
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Outdoor pool
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Special diet menus
Poolside bar
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Sikumi Forestry Area Near Hwange Aerodrome, Hwange National Park Zimbabwe
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Where to begin, firstly I want to extend my gratitude to Sue and her amazing staff, Daphne,Enoch,Leeroy, Naomi,and Dumi our wonderful extraordinare guide. I cannot say everything I want to about the Hideaways because there are not enough words to express my feelings! The elevated tent rooms were what I had seen in travel magazines, absolutely elegant with every comfort you could ever want or wish for, OH, one added item were the “bush babies “ in our beds ( steaming hot water bottles) it was heaven ! The game drives Dumi took us on we’re terrific, we saw a multitude of animals including the “big 5” , our breakfast buffet while out on a drive was over the top, the chef was out there in the bush preparing everything to order, amazing. Sue went out of her way to help us with any unexpected needs. The meals and unlimited bar service were above and beyond any place we stayed. A sunset “ surprise” ride to the bush was a treehouse overnight experience under the stars, alone with nature and the galaxy. Sunset was a time of relaxing on the patio watching the elephants parade one by one to-the swimming pool indulging in the salt water. On the last morning ,after breakfast, Enoch, the chef prepared a “to go” box lunch for our departure . We left with tears in our eyes and a heartful of unforgettable memories. 🥰 🐘🐘🐘…
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi Annemarieparadiso Thank you for the great review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the comforts of our elevated tent rooms and it's great that you had the chance to experience Dumi's terrific hosting abilities on your game drive, and Enoch's wonderful food. The sunsets, stars, and elephants really are magnificent. We will pass on your great comments to Sue, Daphne, Enoch, Leeroy, Naomi, and Dumi - please come back and stay with us again! Kind regards, Sandra
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I don't even know where to start. AMAZING! the accommodations were impeccable. Service was spot on. Not to mention the undesirable game drives, by JC. I can't believe all the elephants that return nightly to drink out of the pool. I felt bad for Chef, prepared our meal, presented it, and we all abandoned the table to watch the +25 elephants drink water. Oh and taking a shower OUTSIDE overlooking a water hole (only saw some baboons, impala and zebra), but knowing they are RIGHT there. did I mention the surprise hot water bottle in the bed, at turndown...such a pleasant burst of heat under the covers, in mid-May. Thank you for helping to make our trip so memorable.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: lower numbered chalets closer to main area (less walking). organized through travel agency,...
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Response from Hideaways Africa, Owner at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange
Responded 3 weeks ago
Hi Liana, Many thanks for your review! We are very happy you found our lodge amazing!! The elephants and other game are certainly a highlight of the area and it's great to share those features with our guests. And don't worry, our chef understands that the wildlife is the best distraction from the dinner table! We hope you will come bac to Elephant's Eye soon. Kind regards, Sandra
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Stayed at 3 lodges during my recent trip to Africa. This was by far the nicest setting from accommodations to food, staff, and Safari outings. Loved the chilly nights with cast iron fireplace and warm water bottle in my bed… nice touch!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for your lovely review of Hideaways Elephant’s Eye! We are delighted to hear that we are at the top of your list. We pride ourselves in providing our guests with a cosy stay. We hope to you welcome you back at the lodge again someday. Sincere regards Kauthar
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Great place and great staff ! 😍 even though April is not a good time of the year to spot animals, the guide managed to find a lot of great animal sightings ! Elephants coming into the lodge at night to drink of the pool we will never forget ! So low temperature and rain couldn’t ruin our stay at all !
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled
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Responded 29 Apr 2022
Hi JensELarsen, Thank you for your terrific review. We are so pleased that the rain and cold temperatures did not impact your stay with us. April is a tricky month to predict for game, but our guides do our best year round to give our guests the best experience possible. Seeing the elephants at the lodge pool relaxing and drinking the pool water is a lovely sight. We hope you will come back and join us for another safari adventure soon!
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It was me and my friend travelling around zimbabwe. Normally guides that see girls alone get a bit too friendly which is completely annoying BUT DUMI WAS SO RESPECTFUL, nice and patient with us, it was so refreshing. We felt safe and comfortable the whole trip. He went the extra mile every single time. Shantal was always helping us, no matter the situation or problems we had. Amazing lodge manager. We also had some visitors at night, a whole Ger of elephants came to drink from the pool 🐘🐘🐘♥️♥️♥️
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Hideaways Africa, Owner at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange
Responded 23 Mar 2022
Hi carlapl8723NE! It is lovely to hear how our team has delivered great service! We will definitely pass on the message. I am sure it was so amazing to experience the elephants up-close - how beautiful! We hope you return for yet another wonderful getaway! Best Regards, The Hideaways Africa Team
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WOW ..... We had the most wonderful stay at Elephant Eyes Hwange. We were totally blown away by the staff, They were the most professional and courteous and kind individuals. They truly gave us a special and memorable stay. And we will not hesitate to recommend Elephant Eyes to any family and friends and we are hoping to return again soon. The facilities are amazing and so well looked after and presented, first class accommodation in a beautiful setting. The Views are breathtaking and beautiful. Surroudings are peaceful where you can immerse yourself into the sounds of nature and the african bush, something we had never experienced until we stayed at your camp. A truly memorable experience. Thank you for giving us a wonderful holiday full of memories.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Room Tip: All rooms have amazing views Highly recommend Elephant Eyes
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Responded 18 Jan 2022
Hi 763fahimam, thank you for the terrific review. We are so pleased that you had a great time at Elephant's Eye. Please come back to us again. Best regards, Sandra
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My stay at Elephants eye was nothing less than spectacular, the manager was brilliant and the staff were helpful and polite. I could not believe how delicious the food was from the chef Enoch. I cannot wait to come back and share this experience with my family once again!! The game viewing was amazing as we saw all many different species.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Hideaways Africa, Owner at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange
Responded 11 Jan 2022
Hi Rossj614, Thank you for the positive review. We love hearing that you felt welcome and had a wonderful game viewing experience. We are very proud of our chef and the food we serve and providing all our guests with special holiday memories. We look forward to hosting you again - please join us again for another safari in the near future. kind regards, Sandra
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The lodge is made up of individual tented suites overlooking a central pan where animals come to drink and birdlife abounds. They are beautifully furnished with an Ardmore fabric theme. I loved the bath and outdoor shower - both with a view. We were there in summer but each room also had a fireplace for winter. The staff was very friendly and attentive and the food was delicious. Enoch, the chef, proudly told us how he made each element from scratch. I appreciated that (besides a dessert at each sitting!) the food was healthy and balanced with veg. We really enjoyed the game drives and even in the area outside the main Hwange park we were spoilt with rich game sightings of lion, buffalo, elephant etc. I loved the varying flora and found the Teak forest to be completely magical. Our guide was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. One of the highlights of our stay were eating on the patio of the main area and watching a huge bull elephant come silently to drink out of the pool. A very special experience to be so close. This lodge is great for couples or groups, friends or family. We definitely plan on returning!…
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Room Tip: The rooms are well spaced and private but if you don't want to walk far get one closest to...
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Responded 11 Jan 2022
Hi ShellyB930, Thank you for the wonderful review you! have given us. We are so pleased you had a good experience with our friendly staff and food service. The game drives in and near Hwange National Park offer great game sightings of lion, buffalo, elephant, wild dog and many other species. We thank you as well for your feedback about being suitable for couples, friends, groups and families. Indeed, our goal is to provide all our guests, young and old, big groups or small, with special holiday memories to take home with them. We look forward to hosting you again! kind regards, Sandra
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This place is truly wonderful. The rooms are so nice and the service fantastic! We had excellent food and enjoyed all the activities organised. The only thing I found a little bit disappointing was the pool. Though we really did not have time to go for a swim it could be improved making it more welcoming.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Responded 08 Dec 2021
Thanks Katjar 829 for sending us this review. We are pleased you had great service, nice rooms, excellent service and enjoyed the activities. We will keep an eye on the pool - it is difficult in Nov/Dec with the dry season, the elephants like to come and drink up all the water! This happens every year - once one of the babies fell in and couldn't get out again. The staff all had to get in the pool to push the baby out (luckily the mother waited calmly). Please come back again at another time of year, and the pool will be full and clean!
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This was my second visit to Elephant's Eye but certainly won't be my last. This was just a short one night stay which is not nearly enough, although even in that short time we saw a big lion on the way back from sundowners, what a treat! After that excitement, we went back to the lodge for a delicious dinner, g&ts and a very welcome fire, nothing was too much effort for the lovely staff
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Responded 24 Jun 2021
Thank you Rachel, for the great review. We love return visitors, and we are so pleased you had a good experience with our lovely staff. G&Ts by the fire is a wonderful way to relax in this tranquil safari-setting. We look forward to hosting you again. Kind regards, Sandra
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PRICE RANGE
US$700 - US$972 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ZimbabweMatabeleland North ProvinceHwange National Park
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange
What are some of the property amenities at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange?
Top room amenities include a fireplace, a mosquito net, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange have airport transportation?
Yes, Hideaways Elephant's Eye, Hwange offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.