The best Zimbabwe has to offer, Elephant’s Eye, Hwange ofers an unforgettable experience with African wildlife in an intimate and welcoming setting. Attention to detail and friendly service in the heart of the African bush will put you at ease as you escape the noise and bustle of the modern world. Enjoy the quiet, beautiful views looking onto a waterhole which is frequented by elephants and other game, allowing you to feel at one with nature.
Elephant's Eye
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All you need to know
Intro
Highlights
Elephant’s Eye, Hwange is located on a private concession (6000 ac) which borders the Hwange National Park, the largest Park in Zimbabwe, Covering an area of approximately 14 650 square kilometers, and named after a local chief, Hwange is situated in the northwest corner of the country about one hour south of the Mighty Victoria Falls. Hwange boasts an incredible biodiversity of flora and fauna, and a plethora of African wildlife - over 100 species of mammals and nearly 400 bird species have been recorded here, including an important elephant population, large buffalo herds and a high predator density, including the critically endangered painted dog.
Need To Know
- Personal attention and tailor-made programmes are designed during guest's stay
- No fences between Hwange National Park and Elephant's Eye, Hwange private concession
- Transfers are included from Hwange Main Camp and from Hwange airport
- Transfers can be arranged from Victoria Falls at additional cost
- Self-drives welcome and full directions available
Safaris
- Game drives on private concession and in national park
- Guided game walks on private concession
- Bird watching
- Night game drives on private concession
- Sundowners at a waterhole
- Community Upliftment Experience
- Visit to the Painted Dog Conservation Centre
Wildlife
Hwange is home to Africa's Big Five. There are thousands of elephants and buffalo in the area and lions are commonly seen, however the elusive leopard is always a bonus. Hwange also has one of Africa's most important painted dog populations. In addition, birdlife is abundant. This area has such variety of wildlife that one hundred different species have been recorded.
Quick Facts
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)
Average Stay
3 to 4 nights
Average Price
2020
GREEN SEASON:
3 Jan to 31 March: US$ 350 / person /night FI
MID SEASON:
1 April to 30 June & 1 to 30 November: US$485 / person / night FI
HIGH SEASON:
1 July to 31st October: US$ 610 / person / night.
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
THE EYE (Sleep Out Deck): US$80 / person
(Free of charge with bookings of 4 nights or more)
Child Policy
* Children 7 to 17 years FREE OF CHARGE when sharing a chalet with 2 adults (max 2 children / room)
* In own room, children 7 - 12 yrs pay 50% adult rate and children 13 - 17 yrs pay 75% adult rate
* Children younger than 7 will be hosted on a per-request basis
Accommodation
- 8 tented en-suite chalets overlooking a waterhole
- Chalets are raised on stilts with roll-up canvas sides, protected with netting screens
- Chalets include king sized bed or single twins
- En-suite bathrooms include bath, double basins and outside shower and separate toilet
- Mosquito Netting over beds
- Wireless Internet at the Main Camp
- Electricity & Solar power
- Safe in chalets
- Fireplace in chalets
- Tea and coffee making facilities in chalets
- 1 sleep-out deck, The Eye, overlooking a waterhole
- Sleep-out deck is totally open to nature, but with mosquito net
Accolades
Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence Award Winner 2015
Season
GREEN SEASON - 01 January to 15 June and 16 November to 15 December
HIGH SEASON - 16 June to 15 November and 16 to 31 December
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)
