Overview
Musango Safari Camp is an exclusive, owner-operated safari camp located on the private Musango Island in Lake Kariba, adjacent to Matusadona National Park. Renowned for its exceptional guiding, personalised service and intimate atmosphere, the camp combines luxury accommodation with outstanding wildlife, birding and fishing experiences in one of Zimbabwe’s most pristine wilderness areas.
Location
- Located on the private Musango Island, Lake Kariba
- Adjacent to Matusadona National Park
- Accessible by charter flight from Harare or Victoria Falls to Bumi Hills Airstrip, followed by a short boat transfer
- Boat transfers from Kariba are also available
- Set in a secluded wilderness with panoramic views across Lake Kariba.
Accommodation
Musango accommodates a maximum of 16 guests in 8 luxury en-suite chalets, comprising:
- 6 Luxury Safari Tents
- 2 Honeymoon Suites with private plunge pools
Each room features:
- En-suite bathroom with natural stone finishes
- King or twin bed configuration
- Thatched roof with luxury safari canvas walls
- Private veranda overlooking Lake Kariba
- Ceiling fan
- Solar-powered electricity
- Hotel-quality bedding
- Family tents available for young children upon request.
Camp Facilities
- Double-storey main lodge with panoramic viewing deck
- Swimming pool
- Lounge and library
- Fully stocked bar
- Indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Solar-powered electricity with backup generator
- Laundry service
- Campfire (boma)
- On-site museum featuring fossils, archaeological artefacts and natural history collected by renowned guide Steve Edwards.
Safari Activities
Guests can enjoy a diverse range of guided experiences, including:
- Game drives in Matusadona National Park
- Guided walking safaris
- Boat safaris
- Sunset cruises
- Canoeing
- Tiger fishing
- Bream fishing
- Bird watching
- Rhino tracking (subject to conservation guidelines)
- Cultural village visits
- Bush breakfasts and bush dinners
- Full moon cruises
- Visits to the camp’s unique fossil and archaeology museum.
Dining
Musango offers a fully inclusive dining experience with freshly prepared meals served in scenic locations around camp.
Typical inclusions:
- Early morning tea and coffee
- Brunch
- Afternoon tea
- Three-course dinner
- Sundowner drinks and snacks
- Bush dining experiences (weather permitting)
Special dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
Access
Guests can access Musango Safari Camp via:
- Charter flight from Harare or Victoria Falls to Bumi Hills Airstrip followed by a boat transfer
- Scheduled or private boat transfer from Kariba
- Self-drive to Kariba followed by a boat transfer.
Ideal For
- Couples
- Honeymooners
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Birdwatchers
- Fishing enthusiasts
- Photographers
- Families
- Exclusive safari travellers
- Small groups seeking a personalised safari experience
Selling Points
- Exclusive owner-operated safari camp with accommodation for only 16 guests
- Private island setting on Lake Kariba
- Exceptional guiding led by renowned professional guide Steve Edwards and his family
- Unique combination of land and water-based safari activities
- Home to an on-site museum showcasing fossils, archaeology and local history
- Excellent tiger fishing and birdwatching
- Two private honeymoon suites with plunge pools
- Adjacent to Matusadona National Park and its successful Black Rhino conservation programme
- Warm, personalised hospitality and a truly authentic Zimbabwean safari experience.