Side-striped Jackal Safari: Summary
Side-striped Jackal Safari in a nutshell
Hwange’s vast wilderness has much to discover. Comfortably larger than Northern Ireland at 14,600km², ranging from the eastern fringes of the Kalahari Desert to woodland, rolling hills, open grassland and seasonal wetlands, it’s among the most biodiverse national parks in Africa. With the right camps and guides, Hwange is an incredibly exciting safari destination that keeps us coming back for both its wildlife and palpable sense of wilderness.
This six-night safari explores contrasting areas split evenly between two camps, both owned by a top Zimbabwean professional guide David Carson. Whether on foot or in a vehicle, it is all about the safari experience, with a flexible, knowledgeable and charismatic teams making for an unforgettable stay far from the often rigid schedules more traditionally luxury lodges offer.
The first stay is at Camp Hwange. Surrounded by Kalahari sandveld, wildlife viewing in its private 50km2 concession is excellent and you can often watch animals such as Hwange's huge herds of elephants come to drink at the camp’s waterhole while relaxing between activities.
Next head to the remote north of the park where Hwange Bush Camp is tucked away in the rugged hills that make it such a fantastic spot for walking safaris. Tents are traditional and a little rustic, but once again the guiding is top notch. Our own team has had some spectacular encounters here, with tracking packs of wild dog and approaching elephant on foot among the highlights.
At a glance
| Starts: | Victoria Falls Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Camp Hwange - Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe | Full Board & Activities |
| 3 nights | Hwange Bush Camp - Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe | Full Board & Activities |
| Ends: | Victoria Falls Airport |
Camp Hwange
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Hwange Bush Camp
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Side-striped Jackal Safari.
- The thrill of tracking wild dogs on foot
- Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and flexible guides
- Watching elephants gather to drink at Camp Hwange
- Staying at two truly remote camps
- A feeling of real adventure in untamed wilderness
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Side-striped Jackal Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Fly-camping
Guided walking safari
Night drive
Key species to see on the Side-striped Jackal Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Side-striped Jackal Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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