Somalisa has set the benchmark for luxury safaris in Zimbabwe, with outstanding guides, superb food and a wonderful location
Found in the heart of the Hwange National Park, Somalisa Camp is one of the best-located camps within the park and offers guests true understated luxury, blending the feel of a traditional safari lodge with modern touches to make for a truly wonderful place to stay in Zimbabwe.
There are 7 rooms at the lodge which are in modern style “sail” tents, with sweeping canvas rooves and private decks at the front where guests can relax. Inside they are very spacious and have all of the comforts one would associate with a modern safari, but with nice traditional touches such as freestanding copper baths and wood burning stoves, perfect for cold winter nights. The main are of the lodge is a lovely open-plan lounge and dining area which houses the bar at one end and leads out on to an open decking area with a firepit. A step down from there is the swimming pool, a great spot to relax in the afternoons and enjoy the views out across the plains and to the nearby waterhole.
Game drives and guided walks are the main activities on offer from the camp, with the hugely experienced guides giving guests wonderful encounters with Hwange’s varied wildlife including lion, leopard, elephant, hyena and giraffe as well as sable and roan antelope.
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January
January is an excellent time to head out with expert guides and view resident and migratory bird species. The days are warm, with the risk of rain, this clears very fast as it arrives.
February
February is the best time for birders. The days are warm, with the risk of afternoon rain showers, but they clear as fast as they arrive.
March
If you want to witness Vic Falls at its fullest, March is the month to visit, with huge volumes of spray, it is perfect if you want to see the gorges and geology of the area.
April
The world famous Mana Pools re-open in April. The days feel fresher as the wet season ends leaving the landscapes looking lush green, making it perfect for walking safaris.
May
In May, the days continue to feel fresh and bright making it a perfect time to venture out on walking safaris.
June
June heralds the return of winter, nights turn colder and the temperature dips - take plenty of layers as the temperature can drop below freezing. It is the perfect time for photographers to explore Hwange National Park before the busy holiday period.
July
Winter temperatures continue into July so take plenty of layers. Much like June, it is perfect for photographers looking to view wildlife from a different angle.
August
If you want clear, bright blue skies and continuous wildlife sightings, August is the month for you. Camps are likely to be fuller, however, if you visit private concessions you can still experience exclusivity and no crowds.
September
Much like August, September is an amazing time for wildlife spotting and weather, in particular it is considered the best time of year to see elephant herds in Hwange National Park.
October
In October wildlife sightings are at their peak as the dry season ends. If you travel during this month you can experience hot days with temperatures soaring up to 40 degrees.
November
November is the best time to head out with expert guides and view resident and migratory bird species. The days are warm, with the risk of rain, this clears very fast as it arrives. It is low season and one of the best times to go white water rafting at Vic Falls, the volume and speed of the water is reduced exposing the rapids.
December
In December the days are warm with the risk of rain showers mid afternoon. The rivers rise and dependant on water levels travellers can visit 'devils pool' at Vic Falls, providing high excitement and a head for heights needed if you want to get close to the drop off.
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