Somalisa Camp

Hwange National Park
Somalisa Camp is set in the heart of Hwange National Park, and is known as the land of the giants for its big elephant herds. Nestled in a stunning location tucked away on an acacia island along the edge of an ancient seasonal flood plain, Somalisa provides you with breath-taking views of the savannah plains across the famous Kennedy Vlei line. Recently re-built, Somalisa Camp has upgraded its level of accommodation to that of complete comfort and luxury. A place where, one moment you are sipping on your gin and tonic listening to the distant baritone roar of a lion coalition on the hunt and the next, you are gazing over at a congregation of elephant’s mere yards away, peacefully sharing a sundowner with you. Somalisa Camp consists of seven elegantly furnished Sail tents with gauze sliding doors, a glass wood-burner fireplace for the cold winter nights, and an overhead fan for the hot summer days. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom including flush toilets, an indoor and outdoor shower, as well as a copper slipper-style bathtub. The main decking area includes split level decking with a separate lounge and dining area, as well as a small splash pool overlooking the “Elephant…..

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Pool” and a natural waterhole where herds of game congregate to drink and where you can relax whilst soaking in the African bush. 
Hwange National Park is the largest in Zimbabwe, covering an impressive 5,700 square miles. The park is named after a local Nhanzwa chief, and was once the royal hunting ground for the Ndebele warrior-king Mzilikazi, before being classified as a protected National Park in 1929. 
As you’d expect from a park of this size, the breadth of wildlife species is astounding. Over 100 species of mammals reside here, whilst almost 400 species of birds decorate the skies. Perhaps most exciting is the 40,000-strong population of tusker elephants, whose presence is world-renowned and a joy to watch day after day. 
The dry season (from July to October) is the best time to visit Hwange, as large concentrations of wildlife - particularly the wonderful elephant herds - descend upon the area to drink from the waterholes in order to survive in this hot and unforgiving environment. Yet, whilst the rains from December to March will see the wildlife dispersing across the park, thus making them harder to spot, the summer showers also bring forth stunning vegetation. This ensures mesmeric bird-watching opportunities as the local population finds itself bolstered by the migrants coming down from the Northern Hemisphere. Hwange National Park truly is a year-round wonderland. 
Activities include guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you, game drives and night drives. Wildlife sightings include elephant, kudu, sable antelope, zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena, and many other wildlife species.
AT A GLANCE

7 luxury Sail tents
All tents include gauze sliding doors, glass wood-burner fireplace and overhead fans
En-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, copper slipper-style bathtub & flushing toilets
Splash pool
Private concession along the famous Kennedy vlei line
Known for large concentrations of elephant and buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, hippo, giraffe, hyena, kudu, sable antelope, zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, roan antelope, wild dog and many other wildlife species
Game drives, night drives
Walking safaris
Birdwatching
Cultural tours of local villages
All Inclusive: 3 meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beer, safari activities, laundry
Solar power, back-up generator power, battery-charging facilities available in main area

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