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Mana Pools Safari Lodge
Mana Pools Safari Lodge
Mana Pools Safari Lodge, otherwise known as ‘Vine Camp’ by the locals, is situated on the lower Zambezi river floodplain, 15km upstream of the national parks Nyamepi main camp. Mana Pools is a celebrated resource in the Zambezi Valley, the word ‘Mana’ meaning ‘four’ in the local African language because of its four large pools carved out by the sheer force of the Zambezi current. The Lodge is nestled beneath a wild mango tree forest and surrounded by African acacias and mahogany trees. Mana Pools is applauded for its abundant bird life, and is one of the world’s wildest and best preserved natural territories. Fully powered by solar, our Game Lodge is located on a private nature reserve surrounded by breathtaking views and our free roaming wildlife.
Mana Wildlife
Often seen in Mana are Elephant, Buffalo, Impala, Waterbuck, Eland, Kudu, Nyala, Warthog, Zebra, Lion, Leopard, Wild Dogs, Hyena, Crocodiles, Hippo and much more…
Even though the mighty Zambezi is only 300m from camp, the elephants still choose to drink our fresh clean water from the pond behind our spectacular 7m long bar. In the evening, the plain is brightly lit with flood lights, where one can often witness lion kills from the safety of the dining area, as well as various other nocturnal predators.
Our impressive bird life is not to be missed! Our frequent sightings to name a few: Narina Trogon, Giant Kingfisher, Spotted Creepers, Pittas, Lilian’s Lovebirds, Grey-Headed Parrots, Meyers Parrots , Ground Hornbills, to various spur fowls as well as an abundance of raptors, vultures and aquatic herons.
About Our Lodge
Discover the magic of African culture, and thrilling wildlife encounters at the Mana Pools Safari Lodge. Experience the Zambezi River on your doorstep, a local watering hole for Elephants, a once in a lifetime adventure not to be missed! From our humble beginnings as a tented camp, The Mana Pools Safari Lodge delivers exceptional guest accommodation and interactive activities such as game drives, birdwatching tours, guided nature walks, canoeing and fishing. In the years to come, it is our fervent aspiration to extend a warmer reception to a greater number of visitors by amplifying our lodging and expanding the conservation of our beloved wildlife. Take your pallet on an African adventure and let us expose the authentic flavours at our inhouse restaurant with local cuisine and cool refreshments.
