Zimbabwe is the diamond in the rough; a world of contrasting destinations that are treated with both mesmerisation and trepidation. Victoria Falls is perhaps the busiest tourist hub in southern Africa and is a well established, age-old, and trusted destination on the northern boundary of the country; and then there is the long forgotten Gonarezhou National Park in the south which is a place for rugged travellers looking for quiet contemplation in nature. Hwange, Mana Pools, and Lake Kariba are Zimbabwe’s top wildlife spots and they certainly deserve a look. The country’s tricky political status that has left its currency in turmoil was a deterrent for many safari goers, but take it from us: Zimbabwe’s wild areas are not to be missed! We work with some of the best in the business to create and conduct safaris in these beautiful, uncrowded national parks and reserves, where serious resources are being put into supporting and sustaining the wealth of natural beauty they hold. In celebration of this most magnificent country, our expert Natasha put her list of top 10 safari accommodations as a guide to potential guests and visitors. These places will knock your socks off! The Hide Safari Camp, Hwange. Tucked up in the northern corner of expansive Zimbabwe is Hwange National Park where waterhole action leads to some of the most exciting lion activity in southern Africa. A short drive from Victoria Falls takes guests right into the exciting surroundings that host an incredible big cat population and huge concentration of elephants. At The Hide Safari Camp – which is one of our agent Natasha’s top accommodations in the country – the opportunity to see the action play out is taken to the next level via the use of hides which are positioned ideally alongside these busy waterholes. Daily game drives are nothing short of impressive with some unbelievable sightings presenting themselves around every corner. Back at camp it’s luxury and relaxation all the way. Swipe to see what we mean. Dreamy! Somalisa Expeditions, Hwange. Somalisa Expeditions is set in the heart of Hwange, land of the giants. Identical to the original Somalisa Camp, Somalisa Expeditions offers one of the most authentic ways to experience this exceptional elephant territory. Nestled under a grove of acacia trees, along the edge of a seasonal flood plain, Somalisa Expeditions looks onto a resident waterhole which becomes a popular mud bath and meeting place of the gathering elephants. The up-close encounters and photographic opportunities with these majestic animals is endless. There are only six tented suites which have a contemporary nostalgia about them and are supremely comfortable and stylish. This is exclusivity in Zimbabwe’s most celebrated safari area and most definitely in Natasha’s top 10 safari accommodations in the country. Davison’s Camp, Hwange. Situated in a remote corner of Hwange, Davison’s Camp enjoys the abundance of wildlife that call this place home. Named after the founder and first warden of Hwange, Ted Davison, the camp is infused with a sense of history and nostalgia. The makeup of the classic tented camp reflects that, and its demure design does not overpower the surroundings, rather it embraces them in the most subtle and stylish way. There are nine individually standing tents, designed to welcome the view from not only the front entrance but the sides too. The camp overlooks an extremely productive waterhole that attracts a variety of plains game and predators, so sightings are never far away. There are game drives that take wildlife encoubters to the next level and guided walks that truly show off the lay of the land. One of Zimbabwe’s most loved and sought after safari spots, and with...