Hwange National Park
Where to stay for an unforgettable wildlife experience
Accommodation Guide
Hwange is Zimbabwe's largest national park and home to massive elephant herds, wild dogs, and big cats. Accommodation ranges from simple Zimbabwe Parks camps to world-class luxury bush camps run by private operators. The park's pump-fed waterholes create excellent game-viewing hides, and the remote concessions in the south offer some of Africa's most exclusive safari experiences.
Top Places to Stay
From budget-friendly to ultra-luxury — hand-picked for wildlife enthusiasts
Hwange Main Camp
BudgetA Zimbabwe National Parks camp near the main entrance with basic lodges, camping pitches, and a small shop. The camp's waterhole attracts elephants and other wildlife, especially during the dry season.
- Zimbabwe Parks-run camp
- Waterhole attracts elephants
- Basic but functional lodges
- Affordable camping option
Miombo Safari Camp
BudgetA simple, owner-run bush camp on the park boundary offering thatched chalets, home-cooked meals, and guided game drives at excellent value. A warm, personal safari experience without the luxury price tag.
- Owner-run with personal attention
- Thatched chalets in the bush
- Home-cooked meals
- Affordable guided game drives
Camp Hwange
Mid-RangeA classic safari camp in a private concession in the south-east of Hwange. Eight spacious tented rooms with en-suite bathrooms, a swimming pool, and superb waterhole viewing from the main area.
- Private concession location
- Eight spacious tented rooms
- Swimming pool
- Waterhole viewing from camp
Ivory Lodge
Mid-RangeA comfortable lodge near the main gate offering treehouses and safari suites, a pool, and a viewing platform overlooking a productive waterhole. A good mid-range option with reliable game viewing.
- Treehouse accommodation option
- Waterhole viewing platform
- Swimming pool
- Near main park entrance
The Hide
LuxuryA luxury camp built around a natural waterhole that attracts herds of elephants, buffalo, and predators. Ten tented suites with an underground photography hide offering eye-level views of drinking wildlife.
- Underground waterhole photography hide
- Ten luxury tented suites
- Elephant herds at the waterhole
- Walking safaris and night drives
Somalisa Camp
LuxuryAn African Bush Camps property in a private concession deep in Hwange, with seven luxury tents on raised decks under cathedral mopane trees. Known for intimate elephant encounters and excellent wild dog sightings.
- Cathedral mopane tree setting
- Intimate elephant encounters
- Wild dog territory
- Private concession game drives
Little Makalolo Camp
LuxuryA Wilderness Safaris camp in the remote south of Hwange with just six tented rooms overlooking a productive waterhole. The camp's location in a private concession ensures exclusivity and outstanding game viewing.
- Remote southern Hwange concession
- Only 6 tented rooms
- Productive waterhole at camp
- Walking safaris with top guides
💡 Booking Tips for Hwange National Park
- The dry season (August-October) offers the best game viewing as animals gather at pump-fed waterholes.
- Hwange is a 2-hour drive from Victoria Falls, making it easy to combine both destinations.
- The park has one of Africa's largest wild dog populations. Ask your guide to track them.
- Zimbabwe Parks camps require advance booking through the Parks authority. Bring your own food for self-catering.
- Private concession camps offer walking safaris, night drives, and off-road driving not permitted in public areas.
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Where to Stay in Hwange National Park FAQ
Stay at Main Camp for the widest range of facilities, Sinamatella for spectacular views, or Robins Camp for a more remote, intimate experience.
Zimbabwe Parks camping costs $15 to $20 per night. Basic lodges run $50 to $100. Premium private camps like Somalisa charge $600 or more per night.
Book luxury camps 3 to 6 months in advance. National parks accommodation can often be reserved with shorter notice.
Some camps are fenced and some are open. Waterhole hides are specially built for safe, close-range viewing. Follow camp rules about walking after dark.