Remotely nestled away on a huge private concession in the northern part of Hwange National Park, Nehimba Lodge combines luxury living, ultimate elegance and African charm to provide you with an exceptional safari experience. Our 9 spacious canvas under thatch tents are built on teak decks and along with the guest area, overlook the magnificent lodge pan, which is frequented by large numbers of elephants, particularly in the dry season.

Nehimba Private Concession is a 1 hour small plane charter from Victoria falls to Hwange Main Camp and a further 2-2.5 hours drive into camp

The Accommodation 2 family rooms with thatched roof overlooking the waterhole, 1 kingsize bed and 2 ¾ beds, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, electric safe, en suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

1 double room with a day bed with thatched roof overlooking waterhole, king size bed, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, electric safe, en suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

3 double rooms with thatched roof overlooking the waterhole, 1 kingsize bed, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, electric safe, en suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

2 twin rooms with thatched roof overlooking the waterhole, 1 kingsize bed and 2 ¾ beds, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, electric safe, en suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

 

Main facilities are open air dining area, swimming pool, overlooking a waterhole, WIFI in main area

Hwange National park at 14,500 sqkm is one of Africa’s great Parks and is home to over 100 species of mammals, including 19 large herbivore and 8 large carnivore species, and nearly 400 species of birds. Hwange is elephant country and much of the game viewing relates to magnificent opportunities to view these, the largest land mammals, in a completely wild state.

Game Drives consist of Morning and afternoon game drives with snacks in traditional open safari vehicles. 
All day game drives with a packed lunch and snacks in traditional open safari vehicles. Land Cruisers seat up to 9 guests and Land Rovers seat up to 7 guests. Game walks are conducted by a fully licensed and highly experienced professional guide. Usually undertaken in the mornings and ideal for photography of big game on foot.

Night Game drives are conducted for those who would like to view Hwange in an entirely different light. Game is viewed by filtered spot lights with the opportunity to see animals such as hyena, porcupine, leopard, civet, genet cats if you are lucky.

Imvelo Safari Lodges operate 15 waterholes for the wildlife of Hwange. Transfers to and from Jozibanini from Bomani or Camelthorn include doing pump runs along the way to supply pump attendants with new supplies and to make any necessary repairs.

Situated close to camp, this platform is the perfect spot to marvel at the splendour of an African sunset which provides the perfect back drop to the abundance of wildlife that comes to drink at the day’s close.

This is a special designated conservation area and is one of the few year-round, naturally occurring sources of surface water in the massive Hwange National Park.

The seep is an ancient source of water that was once used by the San bushmen. Today elephant visit the seep to dig for minerals and water. 
VISIT MANDAVU DAM Situated in a scenic and hilly spot 15 km from Sinamatella Camp, this dam is a wonderful spot for bird watching and game viewing. Take a leisurely drive to the dam in the morning and enjoy a picnic brunch on the dam’s edge, all the while enjoying the variety of life that visit this picturesque spot.

Children under the age of 7 are only allowed by special arrangement and providing parents sign a disclaimer.

This is subject to restrictions, particularly to do with private dining options and a separate vehicle for game drives and is at the sole discretion of lodge management. Up to 2 children may share a tent with an adult.

Nehimba Lodge is a seasonal lodge so please enquire with us before booking.

THE ELEPHANT EXPRESS – IMVELO SAFARI LODGES – HWANGE NATIONAL PARK -ZIMBABWE

A great way to explore the African bush by rain. This refurbished rail car can accommodate 22 passengers on individual coach seats. The guests can move freely and view game as they move on the straight rail track from DETE which stretches 185km. The rail car is run by a Toyota engines and gearbox on the front and back of the railcar mean that it is able to move in both directions of the track. It also includes a chemical toilet for convenience.

When guests wish to travel to Imvelo’s Bomani and Camelthorn lodges a road transfer is arranged to Dete near the entrance to Hwange National Park. Guests then board the Elephant Express and then enjoy a 70km scenic rail transfer aboard the rail car. On route guests may be lucky to see wildlife such as lion, elephant, sable, roan, kudu, and wildebeest. The journey lasts approximately 21/2 hours depending on sightings on route. journey either to or from Ngamo siding. Once guests disembark at Ngamo, a game drive vehicle with your guide will be awaiting you and a short  10 to 15 minute drive will take you to one of the properties either Bomani Tented Lodge or Camelthorn Lodge.