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Kanga Expeditions

Home of "The Armchair Safari" Experience

Open April-November: Tucked into a remote part of Mana Pools National Park, a World Heritage Site lies Kanga Expeditions on the edge of the eponymous pan. Inland from the floodplain, Kanga Pan is the only permanent water source for a 20km radius and the Experience’s focal point. This perennial water source teems with wildlife, especially in the dry season, creating the perfect setting for our famous “Armchair Safari.”   

Unwind on the upper deck lounge under the shade of a mahogany tree or sit on the deck by the splash pool and enjoy Kanga – the old Africa in a new era. Sightings of nocturnal species at the pan are a regular occurrence at dinner and while guests sit around the campfire.    


The camp consists of six stylish luxury Meru-style tents. They are simple yet elegant, featuring classic mesh windows and raised individual decks overlooking the pan. All tents are replete with fans and a dressing area leading to an en-suite outdoor bathroom comprising of a shower, flush toilet, and basin with running hot water. Kanga has a family tent which boasts a wraparound terrace facing the pan with private seating and dining areas. The honeymoon tent features a rolltop bath on the adjoining secluded deck, ideal for a romantic starlit bath.   


Set within the pristine wilderness area of Mana Pools interior, you can expect a contrasting experience to that had on the floodplain. Activities focus on guided walks through open vleis and day drives accompanied by our experienced guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you.

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  • 4 Luxury Tents | 1 Luxury Family Tent | 1 Luxury Honeymoon Tent with outdoor bathtub

  • Splash Pool

  • Morning and Afternoon game drives

  • Walking Safaris (guides armed for safety)

  • Spotlight on the Kanga pan at night

  • Photographic hide (subject to water levels)

  • Seasonal Birding

  • Age limit of 12+

  • Maximum Capacity 14

  • Conservation and Community Levy included

  • Return road transfers included from local airstrip


Closed: Dec-Mar

Mid Season: Apr-May & Nov

High Season: Jun-Oct

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Why this Camp..?

Kanga Expeditions, located in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe, receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with guests frequently praising the luxurious and comfortable tented accommodations, excellent food, knowledgeable and friendly guides, and the unique "armchair safari" experience where wildlife often approaches the camp's watering hole.

Key highlights from reviews:

  • Exceptional Service & Staff:Guests consistently describe the staff as friendly, accommodating, and dedicated to making their experience special.

  • Comfortable & Luxurious Tents:The tented rooms are noted for being spacious, comfortable, and well-appointed, often with excellent views of the watering hole.

  • Delicious Food:The dining experience is frequently mentioned as a highlight, with guests enjoying delicious meals and convivial evenings around the fire with staff.

  • Outstanding Game Viewing:The camp's location around a watering hole provides excellent opportunities for observing wildlife, including elephants coming right up to the deck, and great game viewing on safaris.

  • Knowledgeable Guides:Guides like Reggie are highlighted for their expertise in local flora and fauna, and their ability to enhance the safari experience.

Unique "Armchair Safari":The ability to observe animals from the camp's deck, particularly during the dry season when elephants frequent the watering hole, is a frequently cited special feature.

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