Vundu Camp

Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

A classic riverside camp on the Zambezi within Mana Pools, known for walking safaris among unfenced wildlife.

Overview

Vundu Camp sits on the banks of the Zambezi River within Mana Pools National Park, a classic, understated camp in a park famed for walking safaris among genuinely unfenced wildlife.

Rooms & Table

The Rooms

Reed-and-thatch chalets along the riverbank, each with an en-suite bathroom and views over the Zambezi.

Food & Service

Hearty, well-prepared meals served overlooking the river, consistent with the camp’s classic safari character.

Activities

Walking safaris across Mana Pools’ floodplain, canoeing on the Zambezi, and game drives along the riverfront.

Wildlife & Photography

Mana Pools holds significant elephant, buffalo, lion and wild dog populations, with its famous ana tree groves drawing large herds during the dry season.

A Photographer's Note

Mana Pools’ open floodplain and low undergrowth give exceptionally clear sightlines for photographing elephant against the ana trees.

Conservation & Impact

The camp supports Mana Pools’ broader conservation status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside Zambia’s Lower Zambezi across the river.

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