The Hide Safari Camp
About The Hide Safari Camp
Acclaimed owner-run safari camp in a private concession, famous for underground photographic hides.
World-Class Wildlife at Hwange's Premier Safari Camp
The Hide Safari Camp is one of Hwange National Park's most celebrated camps, consistently ranked among the best in Zimbabwe by safari experts and travel publications. Named for the sunken hide (photographic blind) that gives guests eye-level views of wildlife at the waterhole, The Hide delivers an intimate, authentic safari experience that keeps guests returning year after year.
Accommodation
Deluxe Tented Suites — Ten spacious tents raised on wooden platforms, each with en-suite bathroom (indoor and outdoor shower), private deck, ceiling fan, and uninterrupted views of the surrounding bush. The design is elegant but unfussy — canvas walls, polished floors, and carefully chosen African art.
The Suite — A premium option with expanded living space, deeper bathtub, and a private plunge pool overlooking the waterhole.
The Wildlife
The Hide's location on a private concession within Hwange gives it exclusive access to some of the park's richest game-viewing areas.
Regular sightings include:
- Elephant herds (Hwange has one of Africa's largest populations)
- Lion prides
- Leopard
- African wild dog (Hwange is a stronghold for this endangered species)
- Buffalo herds
- Sable and roan antelope
- Over 400 bird species
Safari Activities
- Game drives — Morning and afternoon drives with expert guides in open 4x4 vehicles
- The Hide — The sunken photographic hide puts you at ground level with drinking wildlife; the perspectives are extraordinary
- Walking safaris — Guided bush walks for a more intimate connection with the wilderness
- Night drives — After-dark safaris to spot nocturnal species
- Community visits — Meet the local communities who are conservation partners
Dining & Hospitality
Meals at The Hide are a highlight. Bush breakfasts, picnic lunches at scenic viewpoints, and multi-course dinners around the campfire showcase local ingredients and creative cuisine. The wine list is surprisingly strong for a bush camp.
Why The Hide
- Expert guiding — Some of the best guides in Zimbabwe
- Intimate size — Maximum 20 guests means exclusivity and personal attention
- Conservation commitment — Active involvement in anti-poaching, community development, and wildlife monitoring
"The moment a bull elephant walked to the waterhole and stared directly into the hide, barely five metres away, I understood why this place is called The Hide. It was transcendent." — Safari guest