Enjoy the adventure of a lifetime as you take to the waters of the mighty Zambezi on the Ruwesi Canoe Trail. Paddling to a different camp each night accompanied by a professional guide, this is the ultimate opportunity to get off the beaten track.
Highlights
Get truly off the beaten track in Mana Pools on an adventurous canoe safari
Enjoy close-up encounters with wildlife including elephants crossing from Zimbabwe to Zambia
Revel in the peace and tranquility of paddling down the mighty Zambezi, camping in remote, unspoiled locations each night
Go on walking safaris in the Mana Pools National Park to get a different perspective and appreciate the smaller aspects of the bush
The Ruwesi Canoe Trail is a three night safari which will see you paddle down the Zambezi staying at different mobile camps each night, staying in remote locations and enjoying some truly breath-taking wildlife encounters while out on the river - this is a totally unique opportunity to explore Mana Pools.
If you're looking for adventure, excitement and incredible game viewing then the Ruwesi Canoe Trail is hard to beat. No prior canoeing experience is necessary and all safaris are run by a professional guide, who are trained to the highest standards. While activities are focused on canoeing down the Zambezi it is also possible to go on bush walks which allow you the chance to track wildlife and learn more about the smaller aspects of the bush, as well as seeing some wonderful big game sightings if you're lucky. Game drives are also on offer which will allow you to cover larger distances and often on evening drives enjoy some impressive predator sightings.
The Ruwesi Canoe Trail camps are relatively basic and the focus is very much on the experience of canoeing and wildlife viewing, but the tents are perfectly comfortable. All of the tents are walk-in and measure 3 meters x 3 meters and all the beds have proper frames, mattresses and linen bedding. The tents are all en-suite with a bucket shower and flush loo. Camp assembly and disassembly is done by a team of camp staff and all that is required of you is to pack your personal belongings each day. Dinner is served under the stars each night usually to a soundtrack of snorting hippos, as you share stories of your day's adventure out on the Zambezi.
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Inquire NowThe Ruwesi Canoe Trail travels along the mighty Zambezi river, located in Mana Pools National Park in northern Zimbabwe.
Tembo Plains Camp
Nestled in a wildlife-rich sanctuary on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Tembo Plains one of Zimbabwe’s most exclusive and intimate luxury camps. Expect a private safari experience like no other.
Kanga Camp
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Ruckomechi Camp
Ruckomechi Camp lies on the Zimbabwean bank of the Zambezi River, 100 kilometers downstream from Lake Kariba, in the heart of Mana Pools National Park. The ten-tented camp sits under the shade of an acacia grove and enjoys dramatic views towards Zambia.
Zambezi Expeditions
Zambezi Expeditions is an authentic tented camp set on the Zimbabwean bank of the Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park. This exclusive 6 tent camp offers direct access to the river and a wealth of safari activities in the area.
Goliath Safari Camp
Goliath Safari Camp is owned and managed by the legendary Zimbabwean guide Stretch Ferreira. Set on the bank of the Zambezi River in the iconic Mana Pools National Park, a safari with Goliath is not short of experience and adventure.
Nyamatusi Camp
The newest addition to the African Bush Camps collection, Nyamatusi Camp is a wonderfully luxurious option in the wildlife haven of Mana pools. The camp consists of six luxurious tented suites each boasting a private plunge pool and views of the river
Walking Safari
Zimbabwe is one of the best places in Africa to experience walking in the bush. The guides are of the highest quality, the game is fantastic and the different environments, throughout the country, are well suited for exploring on foot.
Canoeing on the Zambezi
Join an experienced and qualified river-guide for a canoe safari on the Zambezi River, this is a fantastic way to experience the northern safari areas of Zimbabwe and get a feel for the power of the Zambezi.
