Ruckomechi Camp
Mana Pools, Zimbabwe
- Price on request
- Camps
- 10 Tent/s
Situated in a private concession on the western boundary of the Mana Pools National Park, is Ruckomechi Camp. This exclusive tented camp overlooks the Zambezi River, and is shaded by a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees.
10 luxury tents (including two family tents) have classic interiors decorated using natural materials, and small verandahs from which to appreciate the panoramas.
Aimed to be as environmentally friendly as possible, Ruckomechi’s hot water and lighting is provided by solar power.
Central areas are reached via a low-level walkway and include dining and lounge spaces as well as a star-gazing deck.
Unwind beside the pool in hammocks, making the most of the exclusive setting.
A privately located bush bath is set on the river banks, for that truly wild and romantic evening under the stars.
Activities include boating, canoeing, game dives and walks as well as catch and release fishing.
At A Glance
- 10 tents with private verandahs
- Swimming pool
- Star-gazing deck
- Stunning riverside location, overlooks Zambezi River
- Local elephant herd & excellent game viewing
- Back to nature feel
- Sleep-out deck
- Game drives, walks, fishing & canoeing
Features:
- ✓ Daily Maid Service
- ✓ Family Friendly
- ✓ Laundry Service
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Swimming Pool
- ✓ Wood Fireplace
Region
Mana Pools National Park lies in the northern part of Zimbabwe, and on the southern side of the Zambezi river. After Victoria Falls, the mighty Zambezi flows from Lake Kariba through a huge rift in the earth’s crust: the Lower Zambezi Valley, marking the border with Zambia.
A small park of just 2,190km², Mana Pools National Park is part of a larger Parks and Wildlife Estate – from the Kariba Dam in the west, to the Mozambique border in the east – the wildlife moves freely in this area and northwards into Zambia.
Over the millennia, the Zambezi has created islands, channels and sandbanks in the valley, and as it changes its course northwards small ox-bow lakes have formed. The name “Mana” means four in the local Shona language, as a reference to the four pools situated in the park. The park is home to a wide range of mammals, including hippo, crocodile, elephant plus a wide variety of aquatic birds. Activities include good fishing, caneoing, game drives, plus it's one of Africa's best areas for walking safaris.
Mana Pools National Park has been a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984; before Victoria Falls, the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, the Khami Ruins, and Matobo Hills National Park.
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Between July and October, Mana Pools is dry but from December through to late April, the rains and flooding of the Zambezi hinder mobility. Read More
Rates
Pricing available on request.
Please contact your Destination Specialist for more information on +44 (0) 1993 824198.
Included:
All meals, local brand drinks, 2 scheduled safari activities daily, park fees and laundry.
Camps activities include: day and night game drives, bush walks, river cruises, canoeing, birding and leisure fishing (sole use of a fishing boat is subject to availability and a small charge)
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