Little Makalolo

Little Makalolo lies in the heart of Hwange National Park, in one of its best game viewing areas, overlooking a vibrant waterhole.

Hwange National Park is the largest game reserve in Zimbabwe, covering 14,651 square km with varied habitats and vegetation types - meaning that game drives are exciting with always something new to be seen. There is also no better way to experience this Park than on foot with an experienced safari guide.

Hwange’s mix of different landscape types means that game viewing is productive year-round. Wildlife frequently encountered in the area includes lion, large herds of elephant, buffalo, leopard, spotted hyaena, giraffe, sable, blue wildebeest, impala, waterbuck and reedbuck. In summer, wildebeest, zebra and eland are found in abundance on the open plains, while in winter elephant congregate in enormous numbers around the waterholes.

An authentic village experience can also be enjoyed by guests. Usually around 4 hours and guided by one of the local villagers or a camp guide, it often includes a guided tour of the school, meeting the headman or headwoman and enjoying cultural exchanges with the villagers.

Little Makalolo offers privacy for guests who enjoy small camps and a sense of remoteness. The camp's 6 traditional-style tents - including a family unit - are spacious and en-suite, with indoor and outdoor showers.

Linking the tents to the main area are teak walkways. Here a false mopane tree in the centre of the camp shades a separate dining and living area, with an open fire area for those convivial evening fireside tales. There is a log-pile hide overlooking the waterhole in front of camp where guests can enjoy wildlife viewing during the siesta hours and pool for cooling down in the midday sun.

Guests can also choose to spend a romantic night at the Star Bed, surrounded by nature underneath the canopy of millions of stars. Situated on a raised platform overlooking a pan, the Star Bed is just a 20 minute drive away from camp and offers a truly secluded and remote wilderness experience.

Rates Include

All meals; twice daily scheduled camp activities; Park fees; all local branded drinks excluding premium imported brands and champagne.; and a laundry service are included.

Children Policy

Children 6 years and older are welcome.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 13 years are not permitted on walking safaris. The final decision on whether a guest can join a walking safari remains with the guide and camp manager.

General Information For Guests

Each tent is en-suite with indoor and outdoor showers, a double basin vanity, and separate W/C. They also have a veranda with a seating area, easy chairs, canvas blinds that roll up and down for all weather conditions, a writing desk and chair, multi-plug adaptor charging facilities and tea/coffee making facilities (hot water will be provided in the mornings and on request). The tents do not have air-conditioning.

Individual security canvas bags with padlocks (keys remain with guests) are supplied for valuables which are then stored in a central safe.

The camp has 2 tented main areas comprising of an open plan lounge, bar and dining areas on raised wooden decks. In addition, there is a reading area, swimming pool, camp fire and a waterhole with a log-pile hide in front of the camp.

Activities that are available include day and night game drives, guided nature walks, bird watching, sleep outs at the Star Bed, excursions to the local village and visits to the Scorpion Anti-Poaching Unit.

There are charging facilities (multi plug adapters) in the main area for mobile devices.

A laundry service is included.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 13 years are not permitted on walking safaris. The final decision on whether a guest can join a walking safari remains with the guide and camp manager.

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