Tembo Plains Camp
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Mana Pools Region, Zimbabwe

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large canvas suiteswildlife conservation programZambezi River safariprivate swimming pool

In Swahili, tembo means ‘elephant.’ The majestic giant of African wildlife has lent its name to Tembo Plains Camp, located in the heart of Sapi Private Reserve, east of Mana Pools National Park. In this wildlife sanctuary, the sense of adventure can be felt even from the property’s elegant suites: from your terrace you can watch elephants, buffalos and hippos as they cool off on the banks of the Zambezi River. For a closer look, you can observe them from the water on a boating or canoeing excursion. Lions, leopards and African wild dogs also inhabit this former hunting estate, now part of a biodiversity conservation programme, which you can explore by day or night in a safari vehicle, or on foot, led by experienced guides. Back at camp, unwind in your private suite with a plunge pool and spacious veranda, with a professional camera and high-quality binoculars available throughout your stay. Afterwards, enjoy a meal where the team pays as much attention to the flavour of the dishes as to your personal contentment.

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SOUTH AFRICA, ZIMBABWE | 4 stops | 12 nights

South Africa to Zimbabwe: Incomparable Landscapes

From Cape Town to Victoria Falls, via safari in the Greater Kruger. This 10-day itinerary takes in the resplendence of Cape Town, its beautiful setting with Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles range and a contrasting wildlife offering.

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Guided excursions

Early mornings or late afternoons are the best times to explore these vast, wild expanses. Led by experienced guides, by foot or in a four-wheeled vehicle, you'll encounter the animals and birdlife of the Sapi reserve. Follow in the footsteps of buffalos, elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, eagles and baboons, and you'll feel in harmony with nature, and experience unique adventures that will forever remain etched in your memory.

Water safaris

The river is a living entity in its own right, packed full of animal life. Board Tembo Plains Camp's private boat, in the company of an experienced guide, and you will encounter solitary crocodiles or herds of hippos in the waters of the Zambezi. Depending on the water level, you can watch this ballet of the river's inhabitants during a dawn cruise, or embark as the sun sets while sipping a cocktail.

Discover a biosphere unique in the world

Formerly dedicated to hunting, the Sapi private reserve is now a sanctuary dedicated to the preservation of its fauna and flora, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located to the west of Mana Pools National Park, it is today one of the most densely populated animal sanctuaries in Africa. Enjoy the wild and unspoiled beauty of its 830,000 acres, from which you will bring back breathtakingly beautiful photographs and unforgettable memories.