Is a premier, 5-star eco-luxury safari property operated by African Bush Camps. It is located in the remote Nyamatusi Wilderness Concession on the southern banks of the Zambezi River within Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Accessing Nyamatusi Camp by road is a rugged wilderness journey that requires a fully equipped 4×4 vehicle with high ground clearance. It is only recommended for confident off-road drivers, as it involves navigating deep sand, corrugations, and dry riverbeds within Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe.
The total drive from Harare to the camp takes roughly 6 to 8 hours depending on road conditions and wildlife sightings:
The Highway (Harare to Makuti): Drive north from Harare on the paved A1 highway for about 3.5 hours to reach the town of Makuti.
The Permit Stop: You must stop at the Marongora ZimParks Office (located on the escarpment just past Makuti) to pay your parking entry fees and obtain your vehicle entry permit before descending into the valley.
The Gravel Turnoff: Roughly 18 kilometers down the escarpment past Marongora, turn right onto the dirt road at the Mana Pools signpost.
The Park Gates: Drive roughly 30 kilometers on heavily corrugated dirt to reach the Nyakasikana Gate (the park’s outer boundary), and then another 40 kilometers to reach the main park headquarters at Nyamepi.
Air access to Nyamatusi Camp is the standard and most convenient way to reach the property. It is facilitated via scheduled or private light aircraft charter flights directly into the wilderness.
All air arrivals land at the Mana Main Airstrip (also known as the Mana Pools Airstrip), located inside the national park
The Final Leg: Once you touch down, a professional guide from the camp will meet you at the aircraft steps.
The Ground Transfer: The remaining journey to the camp is a 45-minute scenic game drive in an open 4×4 safari vehicle. This often serves as your very first wildlife-viewing excursion, as animals frequently cross the tracks en route.
From Harare International Airport (HRE): A flight to Mana Main Airstrip takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Inter-Park Hopping: Charter planes also easily connect Nyamatusi to neighboring wildlife regions, such as a 45-minute flight from Hwange National Park (Manga Airstrip) or a short jump from Lake Kariba/Bumi Hills.
Nyamatusi Camp features exactly six luxury tented suites elevated on wooden decks along the Zambezi River. The camp caps its capacity at just 12 guests, making it highly private, low-impact safari accommodation
In-Suite Amenities & Layout.
The six tents are designed with canvas walls, thatched roofs, and natural timber flooring, seamlessly blending into the wilderness.
Each suite features:
Climate Control: Specialized air-conditioning units positioned directly over the bed area, complemented by overhead cooling fans.
Sleeping Arrangements: A premium king-sized bed (convertible to twin beds) wrapped in high-end linens and a full walk-in mosquito net canopy.
Indoor Living: A spacious private lounge area equipped with a writing desk and a complimentary minibar stocked with your choice of drinks.
En-Suite Bathroom: A luxury indoor bathroom with double vanities, a flushing toilet, a standalone soaking tub, an indoor shower, and a private outdoor shower open to the sky.
Private Deck & Outdoor Space
Every tented suite extends onto a large, multi-level wooden viewing deck that looks directly over the riverbank toward the Zambian escarpment:
Private Plunge Pool: A personal plunge pool built onto the edge of each deck for cooling off between safari activities.
Shaded Daybeds: Deep, plush daybeds and loungers shaded by canvas overhangs, perfect for afternoon game viewing.
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While staying at Nyamatusi Camp, you might be wondering what activities you can engage in. Below we have listed some of the top safari accommodations you can book and do while staying at Nyamatusi Camp.
Water-Based Activities.
The camp’s direct frontage on the Zambezi River allows for unique water-level wildlife encounters:
Canoeing Safaris: Mana Pools is world-famous for its canoeing. Guests paddle down the river channels alongside expert guides, offering a thrilling, silent perspective as you glide past pods of hippos, crocodiles, and elephants drinking at the water’s edge.
Motorized Boating: Relaxing boat cruises along the main Zambezi River channel are perfect for covering greater distances, enjoying scenic sundowners, and photographing wildlife along the banks.
Catch-and-Release Fishing: Guests can fish in the Zambezi River waters primarily for the aggressive, hard-fighting tigerfish, as well as various bream species. All equipment is provided.
Land-Based Activities.
The floodplains and albida woodlands surrounding the camp offer exceptional land exploration:
Walking Safaris: Led by highly qualified, armed professional guides, walking safaris are the hallmark of Mana Pools. Guests track large game—including elephants, lions, wild dogs, and buffalo—entirely on foot, focusing on tracking signs, insects, and flora.
4×4 Game Drives: Morning and afternoon game drives in open-air safari vehicles venture deeper into the Nyamatusi Wilderness Concession to find predators, large herds, and diverse landscapes.
Specialty & Leisure Activities.
Bird Watching: The riverine vegetation and floodplains host hundreds of avian species, making it a premier destination for spotting rare birds like the Pel’s fishing owl or carmine bee-eaters.
Underground Wine Tastings: Between safaris, guests can descend into the camp’s unique, air-conditioned underground wine cellar beneath the main deck for curated wine-pairing experiences.
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