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Somalisa Camp

Seven Tents Where Hwange’s Elephant Come to Drink

Somalisa Camp is an intimate, award-winning, and eco-conscious luxury tented camp situated on a private concession in southern Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Known as the “Land of the Giants” for its elephant herds, Somalisa has seven elegant suites that overlook an active waterhole. The camp is famed for its unique “Elephant Pool,” where herds frequently gather to drink, and for expert guiding on both game drives and bush walks.

If you love elephants, Somalisa is THE place! Well-spaced, recently rebuilt stand-alone tented suites under acacia trees with all the bells and whistles. Immediately adjacent to two waterholes that attract a constant stream of wildlife. Outstanding service, even better sightings.

- Andrew Harvey - African Sky Sales Manager Since 2012

Price Per Person Sharing From:

USD 708 - 1,877

Rating | Luxury

Calm waterhole reflecting canvas chalets at dawn.

Highlights & What to Expect

Enjoy close encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Guided walking safaris provide an immersive experience, reading tracks and signs with a professional local guide.
Hwange National Park is a delight for birdwatchers, with prolific species diversity and excellent seasonal viewing.
The night skies at Somalisa are breathtaking, with guides highlighting southern constellations during stargazing sessions.
A safari at Somalisa provides amateur and professional photographers with countless opportunities to capture dramatic wildlife interactions and wide, golden savannas.

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Overview of Somalisa Camp

Set along the edge of the seasonal vlei, the camp looks out across natural drainage channels where wildlife continuously moves through. It sits deep inside Hwange National Park, about 30 minutes by game drive from Manga Airstrip, itself a 45-minute flight from Victoria Falls.

Location & Setting

The camp lies within a private concession in southern Hwange, surrounded by open plains and acacia woodland. Small and intimate, Somalisa emphasizes an authentic safari atmosphere and understated luxury, with structures designed to blend unobtrusively into the landscape.

The camp stands on the Kennedy vlei line in southern Hwange, and more than 470 bird species have been recorded in the park.

Rooms

Seven luxury tented suites are spaced for privacy. Each has a king bed, a wood-burning fireplace, a copper slipper bath, indoor and outdoor showers and a private viewing deck, with classic safari décor and solid wooden furnishings. Generous layouts and thoughtful amenities enhance comfort while maintaining a close connection to the bush.

Facilities

After a day of game viewing, the lounge, with its comfortable couches and expansive views, is ideal for relaxing and recounting sightings. Meals are served in a cozy dining area or on the viewing deck. A sparkling pool helps guests cool off during warm months as wildlife gathers at the adjacent waterhole.

The minimum age is 12; Somalisa Acacia is the sister camp built for younger families. Village visits supported by the African Bush Camps Foundation can be added, and the Somalisa Sleep-Out, a treehouse about 25 minutes from camp, gives guests a night in the open.

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