Mana Pools: The Wild Heart of Africa

Walk Among Giants in One of Africa’s Last True Wildernesses

Why Mana Pools?

Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Zimbabwe, is one of Africa’s last truly wild spaces. With no fences and minimal human impact, wildlife roams freely—offering a rare, immersive safari experience.

  • ✅ Exclusive Safari Experience – Limited visitor numbers for uninterrupted encounters with nature.
  • ✅ World-Class Walking Safaris – Track wildlife on foot with expert guides like Steve Bolnick.
  • ✅ Rich Wildlife – Elephants, lions, wild dogs, leopards, and more.
  • ✅ Varied Safari Styles – From authentic mobile camps to luxurious lodges.

Chitake Springs: A Predator Hotspot

Chitake Springs attracts herds of buffalo, lions, and crocodiles during the dry season—an unfiltered display of Africa’s predator-prey interactions.

  • 🔥 Close predator action – Watch lions and wild dogs hunt.
  • 🚶 Walking safaris – Experience the wilderness with expert guides.
  • 🏕️ Authentic mobile camping – Raw, immersive safari experience.

Camp Mana: Safari the Classic Way

Camp Mana offers an authentic yet comfortable safari experience in the heart of the floodplain.

  • 🏕️ Luxury tented camp – Intimate and exclusive.
  • 🐘 Up-close elephant encounters – See elephants foraging near camp.
  • 🚶 Walking & canoe safaris – Explore the Zambezi by land and water.

Steve Bolnick: Walk With a Safari Legend

Join Steve Bolnick, Africa’s top rated walking safari guide, for an unforgettable tracking experience.

  • 🚶 Expert-guided walking safaris – Get close to nature safely.
  • 🔬 Learn bushcraft & tracking skills.
  • 🌍 Small, exclusive groups – Personalized safari experience.

Tembo Plains: Luxury in the Wild

Tembo Plains is the ultimate combination of luxury and wild adventure.

  • ✨ Elegant safari suites – Private plunge pools, open-air showers.
  • 📷 Photographer’s paradise – Expert-led photographic safaris.
  • 🛶 Canoe & game drive safaris – Explore by land and water.

Best Time to Visit Mana Pools

  • 📅 May – October: Best for walking safaris, high wildlife density.
Plan Your Mana Pools Safari

Whether you seek raw adventure, expert guiding, or ultimate luxury, Mana Pools has it all.

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Where is Mana Pools?

Mana Pools National Park is located in northern Zimbabwe, along the banks of the Zambezi River. It is one of Africa’s most untouched wildlife havens, known for its exceptional scenery and abundant game.

 

Reaching Mana Pools is part of the adventure. Most travelers fly into Harare or Victoria Falls before taking a short charter flight.  Or fly to Kariba and cruise along the Zambezi to your camp or lodge and arrive in style.

We take care of every detail to ensure your journey is seamless—from flights and transfers to curated safari experiences. Whether you choose a rugged walking safari or a luxury lodge stay, we handle the logistics so you can focus on the experience. We specialize in integrating Liuwa Plain into a broader itinerary, combining it with other exceptional destinations such as Botswana or Victoria Falls for an unforgettable African adventure.

Let us take care of every detail so you can focus on the experience.

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