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Luxury Tented Safari Camp
Zimbabwe

Tembo Plains
Sapi Private Reserve

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Highlights

  • Exclusive Location: Tembo Plains is situated in the pristine Sapi Private Reserve, part of the Greater Mana Pools UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering you an exclusive and secluded safari experience.
  • Luxurious Accommodation: As a Relais & Châteaux member, Tembo Plains provides luxury tents with spacious interiors, private plunge pools, and stunning views of the Zambezi River, ensuring a comfortable and opulent stay, and, of course, incredible food.
  • Exceptional Wildlife Viewing: The reserve is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and a variety of bird species, offering you unparalleled game viewing opportunities.
  • Expert Guiding: You benefit from the expertise of highly skilled Zimbabwean guides who have been through an intensive seven-year training program ensuring you have the most insightful and educational safari experience.
  • Sustainable Practices: Tembo Plains is committed to sustainability, employing eco-friendly practices such as solar power, water conservation, and responsible waste management to minimise its environmental footprint.
  • Cultural and Conservation Engagement: The camp supports local community projects and conservation initiatives, allowing you to engage with and contribute to the preservation of the area’s natural and cultural heritage.

Good to know

How to get there

A flight to Hwange or Victoria Falls is around 1.5 to 2 hours.

Are children welcome?

Children are more than welcome at Tembo Plains and specific programs can be tailored to keep them entertained, including:

  1. Guided Bush Walks: Specially tailored bush walks for children, led by expert guides, offer a safe and educational way for young guests to learn about the flora and fauna of the Sapi Private Reserve.
  2. Junior Ranger Programmes: These programmes teach children about tracking animals, identifying different species, and understanding the ecosystem, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife conservation.
  3. Wildlife Viewing: Children can participate in game drives to see elephants, lions, leopards, and other wildlife, with guides providing kid-friendly insights and stories about the animals.
  4. Cultural Activities: Engaging with local communities through visits or interactive sessions helps children learn about the local culture, traditions, and ways of life.
  5. Nature-based Crafts and Activities: Creative activities such as making plaster casts of animal tracks, crafting with natural materials, and learning to identify different animal sounds.
  6. Educational Talks and Storytelling: Guides and staff often share fascinating stories and facts about the wildlife and environment, making learning fun and interactive for children.

Giving back

Tembo Plains has a well-developed sustainability program ensuring that their impact on the region is positive. This includes:

  • Solar Power: The camp is primarily powered by solar energy, reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources and minimising its carbon footprint.
  • Water Conservation: Water-saving techniques, such as low-flow showerheads and greywater recycling, are employed to ensure efficient use of water resources.
  • Eco-Friendly Construction: Built using sustainable materials and methods that blend with the natural environment, the camp minimises disruption to the local ecosystem.
  • Waste Management: A rigorous waste management system, including recycling and composting organic waste, reduces landfill contributions and promotes a circular economy.
  • Wildlife Conservation: The camp actively supports local wildlife conservation initiatives, working with the Sapi Private Reserve and Greater Mana Pools ecosystem to protect endangered species and their habitats.
  • Community Support: Engaging with local communities by providing employment opportunities and supporting education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihood projects, the camp fosters positive socio-economic impacts.
  • Eco-Tourism Education: Guests are educated about sustainable practices and the importance of conservation, encouraging responsible tourism and a deeper appreciation for the environment.
  • nt and encouraging responsible tourism.

Wildlife you might see

  • Elephants: Large herds are commonly seen, especially near water sources.
  • Lions: These apex predators are often spotted in the area, sometimes in prides.
  • Leopards: Known for their elusive nature, leopards can be seen, especially during early morning or evening drives.
  • Buffalo: Large herds of buffalo are frequent visitors to the plains.
  • Cheetahs: These swift predators are occasionally sighted hunting on the open plains.
  • Zebras: Often seen grazing in the grasslands.
  • Giraffes: Gracefully wandering the plains and browsing on trees.
  • Hippos: Found in rivers and waterholes.
  • Crocodiles: Often spotted basking near water bodies.
  • Wild Dogs: Occasionally seen, these are among the most thrilling predators to spot.
  • Antelope Species: Including impala, kudu, and waterbuck.
  • Birdlife: An array of bird species, from raptors to waterbirds, can be observed.

Why we love Tembo Plains

Any Relais & Châteaux property is always going to be something special and Tembo Plains doesn’t dissapoint. The camp is beautiful from evey angle and when you combine that with the wildlife of Mana Pools and the astounding guides it’s really very hard to beat.

Aisha Gross

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Africa and the Indian Ocean

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