Davison's Camp
About Davison's Camp
Classic safari camp in the heart of Hwange, known for exceptional guiding and prolific wildlife around its waterhole.
Intimate Safari in Hwange's Wilderness
Davison's Camp is a small, intimate safari camp tucked into the Linkwasha Concession — widely regarded as the best game-viewing area in all of Hwange National Park. Operated by Wilderness Safaris, Davison's offers an authentic, high-quality safari experience at a slightly more accessible price point than its ultra-luxury neighbours.
Accommodation
Tented Rooms — Nine spacious Meru-style tents on raised platforms, each with en-suite bathroom (flush toilet, hot shower), comfortable beds, and a private deck overlooking a productive waterhole. The design is classic safari — canvas, wood, and earth tones that blend into the bush.
The Wildlife
The Linkwasha Concession is legendary for its game density:
- Elephant — Hwange is home to over 40,000 elephants; herds pass through camp daily
- Lion — The concession supports several large prides
- Wild dog — Hwange is a critical stronghold for Africa's most endangered large predator
- Leopard — Regular sightings, especially on night drives
- Buffalo, sable, roan, eland, giraffe — A diverse cast of plains and woodland game
Activities
- Game drives — Morning and afternoon drives in open 4x4 vehicles with expert Wilderness guides
- Night drives — Spotlight drives to find nocturnal species
- Hide sessions — Time in a sunken photographic hide for eye-level wildlife encounters
- Walking safaris — Guided walks for a deeper bush experience
- Community visits — Meet local communities and learn about Hwange's conservation story
Camp Life
Meals are served communally around the campfire or in the thatched dining area. Expect bush breakfasts, picnic lunches, and lantern-lit dinners with locally inspired cuisine. The camp's small size means personal attention from the guides and staff.
Why Davison's
- Location — In the heart of Hwange's best game area
- Value — Wilderness quality at a more accessible price
- Conservation — Part of Wilderness Safaris' network, with decades of conservation leadership
"On our first game drive, we saw a wild dog pack hunt, a leopard in a tree, and an elephant herd 200 strong. Davison's Camp is Hwange at its finest." — Safari guest