Kavinga Safari Camp
Information
Kavinga Safari Camp is a 16 bedded semi-tented camp situated on a cliff, overlooking the dry Ruckomechi Riverbed, within a private concession in Mana Pools.
Starting price per person
What to Expect
During the dry season (April to November) water in the Mana Pools area becomes scarce, drawing much of the wildlife towards the permanent Zambezi River. Most camps in the park are set up along the river to take advantage of this, but the owners of Kavinga Safari Camp and a few others have taken a bold alternative approach. Water might be limited in Kavinga’s remote southern section of the park, but the camp pumps a waterhole here and this, along with a scattering of natural springs on the concession, draws wildlife from miles around.
Highlights
Kavinga has seven safari tents each built on a platform a couple of metres high on the edge of a cliff, looking down on the ephemeral Ruckomechi river below.
These sliding doors and big gauze windows allow plenty of air to circulate and add to the light and airy feel of these modern, comfortable but unfussy tents. However, if you want additional privacy or to isolate yourself from the sounds of the bush a little then there are roll-up canvas flaps that Velcro into place.
Each tent is kitted out with twin beds with bedside tables and reading lamps, all curtained beneath a mosquito net. A small chair and table with tea and coffee complete the main bedroom. To the back of the tent is the en-suite bathroom with shower, his and hers basins, large luggage rack with a safe and a separate toilet cubicle.
Other than the hide, activities here focus on 4WD or walking safaris accompanied by one of Kavinga’s fully qualified professional guides.
Do note, though, that outside of the usual safari season (approx mid-April to mid-November), larger wildlife can be pretty scarce.
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