This was the first Safari camp we had ever visited. Except for the drought conditions it was perfect. The staff are fantastic: so warm and welcoming. Sebastien and Michele were outstanding hosts and anticipated anything and everything we might need or want: shower buckets filled, batteries charged, a nice cool drink. When we arrived by aircraft, Simeon our excellent guide whisked us away immediately on a game drive (with our permission) to see the rare Painted Dogs. He had a difficult time getitng us there since it was coming on dusk and we wanted to linger viewing Elephants, Eland, and many other wildlife. Simeon was and excellent guide and we loved the walking Safaris and the Canoe Safari on the Zambezi. The tents look out over the Zambezi and every night we were serenaded with a "tuba" symphony from the Hippos! Food, wine and drinks were excellent. We were amazed at the skill of the chef to prepare and present such beautiful food in the small and very hot bush kitchen. Zambezi expeditions strikes the right balance of luxury and primitive accomodation and we would love to come back.…
Great setting, wonderful staff, very comfortable lodging. The staff were compassionate and did everything to make us comfortable. On walking Safari Henry explained how each track was made by which animal which resulted in a story for each place of disturbed soil, he was amazing. The instruction from Nick Dyer has so improved my photography I can see the changes over the time we were with him. What a gift! We had a variety of animals come thru camp including elephants, Kudu, lions, the highlight was seeing the painted wolves and learning about them and their complex social structure. I do hope to return.
I had a wonderful stay here & would gladly Return. All tented accommodation all facing the river. Tents are large , with flushing loos & bucket showers. Shower gel & lotion provided. Despite the terrible drought which was taking its toll, extra hay was being brought in for the animals,I was lucky with wildlife spotting including Boswell the famous elephant,everyday. My guide was Simeon who was fun & knowledgeable these guides are fantastic. The whole camp staff made my stay exceptional , they would sit & chat with you at mealtimes & in the afternoon so friendly & caring, nothing is too much trouble for them. African Bush Camps have a very high standard. So thank you all for a wonderful stay.
I had a superb visit to Mana Pools camp . The camp itself and facilities were perfect to feel really part of Africa .... the wildlife, vegetation, sunrises and sunsets. What made this visit more memorable was the wonderful team running the camp . Chatting round the fire in the evenings was like being with family . My guide Henry was so knowledgeable and taught me so much about the animals , birds, forests etc . The kayak trip was also amazing , thankyou Cloud for an exciting afternoon on the Zambezi. I would dearly love to return .
My husband and I recently celebrated our 25th Wedding Anniversary and there was nowhere better to spend it than Zambezi Expeditions in Mana Pools. There is nothing quite like an authentic camping experience however with the luxuries, bells, whistles and exceptional, personalised service of a 5 star hotel. This special little Camp packs a big punch. Spacious tented accommodation, loads of hot water from the bucket shower, delicious grub and fabulous wine. Despite the Park being desperately dry, there was an abundance of wildlife everywhere. Never ever giving up. Nature is indeed a cruel mistress . Zimbabwe's greatest asset is its people. Nowhere else in the world would you find more genuine hospitality, big smiles, gracious humbleness and incredible service. The staff at ZE are testament to this fact. Our hostess Michelle was fantastic, ensuring that we wanted for nothing. The food churned out by Costa in that tiny bush kitchen had us overweight on the flight back and our guide Cloud was an encyclopedia of facts and knowledge. My highlight was a 6km bush walk with Simeon - jskirting herds of elephant including the famous Celebrephant Boswell, daintly impala, stately Kudu and eland and troops of curious baboons It was a good pace and the gin and tonic at the end didnt even touch sides. My husband spent his time fishing with Sebastian - he was in his element. This was the best anniversary ever and we promised we would be back for our 26th! Thank You Zambezi Expeditions…
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