Steve has remarkable depth of knowledge of the ecology in the region, and a deep passion for all things that make Mana Pools so magical.

Fantastic group of people. Resourceful and committed to providing a down to earth and authentic experience for clients.

On the shore of the Zambezi, truly heavenly.

Wonderful time together with family and friends - fun walking in the bush, excellent meals, good wine, lots of knowledgeable guides.

Brilliant to be tracking Cape hunting dogs and to sit nearby and watch them affectionately engage with each other. Unforgettable!

Steven Bolnick is a brilliant guide; he knows so much and is very generous in sharing his insights and knowledge.

Beautifully situated on the banks of the Zambezi. You cannot beat seeing the animals parade past, just outside your tent as the sun rises or sets with its stunning rich orange colour...

Wonderful all round...

Based on the fact that Camp Mana is entirely re-done every year, the set-up was perfect and above our expectations of a true bush experience with all the authenticity we expected for a trip in Africa.

The team went above and beyond to adapt the schedule to meet our walking activities.. We walked twice every day for 5 days at our request and every walk was unique, enriching and spectacular.

From the start, we could feel the strong bond within the guiding team, which made our experience unforgettable. The knowledge of the guides and passion for everything living was purely contagious.

it was our 8th safari and we could not have asked for a more beautiful setting on the banks of the Zambezi river. The rich wildlife activity day and night at the camp was thrilling and unforgettable.

We loved every minute of our 5 days at Camp Mana, from the location, camp set-up, staff quality, exceptional food and unforgettable guiding and walking experiences, it was all 5 stars.

The camp is overlooking the river and the dismantleble tents do not disturb the natural setting of the park as wildlife roams freely by the camp.

very intentional about being ecologically responsible!

superb location on the Zambezi River with open floodplain views!

Best in Mana Pools

Would not go anywhere else

From the beginning they are off the top shelf

Best guides

Best team and service in Mana

Place for love

Best location in Mana

Always best experience

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best ever game walk I had

These guys are really trying to live the zero footprint ideology. Bravo!

A unique product in all ways. Walking safari is the best I ever tried in Africa. Being the pet of a tour operator for 20 years I have experience. Location is also superb and so beautiful and quiet.

You can't get closer to nature.

Best combination of pure nature, rivers and crazy elephants.

The one and only Steve

Most beautiful spot in Africa

Policy is total removal of everything from the site each season end ..September. Much care wotj garbage removal and infilling of toilet sites

Steve Bolnick gave a memorable walk ...he extremely knowledgeable

No forst hand experience but in conversation at camp the team is greatt

Iconic lication on banks of Zambezi with escarpment hills on far bank to frame the sunset

The camp runs completely off the grid and everything used is carefully thought out to protect the environment.

Mana Pools is one of the best destinations for walking safaris. I had the most amazing up close Elephant encounter that I will forever cherish, all while feeling so safe in our guides hands.

Steve Bolnick and his team of guides are exceptional. they are very experienced and passionate about Mana Pools and the wildlife. There knowledge is unbelievable and I learnt so much from them

My clients had the most amazing walking experience with Steve he is a phenomenal guide

We visited 4 safari properties on our trip before Camp Mana. Camp Mana is by far the most ecologically friendly of them all.

Steve' knowledge is encyclopedic and he addresses your interest in detail. I learned more in three day with him than in the previous weeks at other properties combined.

It was evident that the Mana Camp guides love observing Africa. No doubt they are doing the same thing when they have no clients to guide.

This was the only property we visited that was in a park. What it misses in luxury it more than makes up for in experience. When I return for safari, this will be the only property I will return to.

It seems to me you could lift this entire camp off the ground overnight and you wold never knew it was there in the first place..I like that a LOT!!

With Steve at the help...you just know you are going to see what you set out to look for, you know you will get back safe, share the meomry and enjoy every second of the sighting. A true professional

Every detail from the start of a booking to the feedback form clients has always been a joy to deal with, Debbie is meticulous, caring, empathetic, understanding and profesional

Steve knew exactly what he was doing when he chose the spot...truly the best sundowner spot in Africa, love every inch of its view.

They are extremely conscious with regards to leaving no trail of man behind. When they cook and clean, they leave no trace. When packing up at end of season, I've never met someone as ecology consciou

Steve Bolnick is the most knowledgeable guide I've ever encountered. After having done many safaris, he's the the one I keep going back to!

The guides are the best including Steve Bolnick. He has amazing staff helping him make the best experience possible.

Lions and hippos nearby...the absolute best!!! The location has elephants on property ALL the time!

Light touch is the way to go. Camp Mana leaves no trace behind. Way to go!

Steve Bolnick is a master and his outstanding knowledge is paired with his ability to capture you. Nothing more inmersive!

All team working like a clock.

The riverbanks of the Zambezi river are breathtaking location. A must go if visiting Zimbabwe

Steve is an incredible guide! Extremely knowledgeable, interesting and excited to share what he knows. An eye opening experience!!

Walking safaris from Camp Mana enjoy a great location, one of the most knowledgeable guides in the region becoming a full luxury !!

When your team is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant, flexible, fully respectful with the environment and fun, you know you are on the best hands.

What else can you ask for that a lounge over the Zambeze river and a full immersion in the wild nature!! Fantastic!!

Apart from being a paradise on earth, Camp Mana's light touch on the environment and passion for nature are among its best differentiating features. It's a luxury for the senses and a for our planet

Camp is very well laid out with minimal disturbance/impact to the bush.

Wonderful peaceful and safe walking with a phenomenal guide - Steve Bolnick

Great team all round!

Perfect location on the banks of the Zambezi

Steve and his team genuinely love and car for Mana

When they care for the land, they car for the guest experience also

The lads and lasses work hard to ensure you experience true Mana, Well better than the standardised "Safari Lodge" experience one gets elsewhere.

How can you get better than Mana Pools?

Leave nothing behind

Steve Bolnick is the best

Perfect. We had everything which is really necessary in the bush, but no unnecessary posh features which are not eco friendly and in most cases expensive too.

Steve is an excellent guide, so that we were able to spend a full day on foot with Boswell , the famous elephant of Mana Pools. We were able to get close without disturbing the animal. Just amazing

Steve guided us safely through the forest and we had exceptional encounters with wild dogs, elephants and buffalo’s.

Fantastic location, directly on the the banks of the mighty Zambesi

Extremely impressed by total commitment to minimize impact of camp and visiting guests. Great attention to detail to leave a clean spot when they pack up camp every year to allow nature to recover.

Excellent value for the quality and level of experience.

The team are ecologically sensitive and committed. Great awareness of not disturbing the environment in any way.

Steve Bolnick is a brilliant walking safari guide - knowledgeable of the area, the plants, animal behaviour, the birds, seasons and more. We tracked wild dogs and watched them for hours.

Excellent guides - walking and driving, knowledgeable and sensitive to environment.

Absolutely stunning location on river bank with lions, elephants, baboons, antelope walking through camp on occasion. Wonderful sunset and sunrise.

Would go again and again!

Excellent value for Money, even in high season

Steve is focused on low impact

True bush experience, one of the best walking spots

Guides are of a high standard

Best Location

Combination of activities combined with no wifi, fantastic guiding, rewarding game viewing.

Fabulous walks along and near the Zambezi River

Altogether memorable

I have stayed in many camps in Africa and none care more for the local environment than the owners of Camp Mana.

Steve Bolnick's skills and knowledge as a walking safari guide are beyond any that I've experienced in 10 years of safaris.

Even on a long stay at Camp Mana, Steve makes every day fascinating. His knowledge seem inexhaustable.

Nothing beats the north-facing (important in the southern hemisphere) Zambezi river frontage of Camp Mana. It is idyllic.

This is the place I'd choose to come back to every year if I could.

I stayed there for a long stay last year and enjoyed every moment.

As close to integrating with nature as possible.

All inclusive amazing food and experiences

A clear priority for Camp Mana

Fantastic walking experiences

Steve and the rest of the team are outstanding. Very, very knowledgeable

Wonderful location with animals walking by the main tent

Amazing experience for the whole family

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Camp Mana provided an exquisite boutique experience at an excellent price point.

Camp Mana is dismantled every year, leaving minimal impact on the environment.

Doing walking safaris with Steve was simply an amazing experience. He kept us safe while showing us so many facets of the park's ecology.

Banks of the Zambezi. Hard to beat.

Our experience at Camp Mana was our first ever safari. Nothing since has come close.

Spent four days at Camp Mana. A wonderfully low impact, yet very comfortable, camp in an idyllic setting.

How wonderful to be out of vehicles walking through the bush. Incredible sightings, including painted dogs.

Steve Bolnick is truly one of a kind. A remarkably knowledgeable, thoughtful, fun and kind guy.

Can't beat overlooking the Zambezi River.

Every year we were in Mana,love it