Shamashanga Camp is an exclusive luxury safari and fishing camp situated on the banks of the Zambezi River in the Sapi Safari Area, bordering the eastern boundary of Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The camp offers world-class tiger fishing, exceptional game viewing, and an intimate wilderness experience in one of Zimbabwe’s premier safari destinations. Just downstream form Shamashanga, there is Shama-Matombo- a self-catering tented camp, a great budget friendly alternative way to experience the Zambezi River too!
Location
- Located in the Sapi Safari Area, Lower Zambezi Valley, Zimbabwe
- Set on the banks of the Zambezi River
- Borders Mana Pools National Park
- Accessible by charter flight from Harare to the camp’s airstrip, followed by a short transfer, self-drive or river transfer from Chirundu
Accommodation
Shamashanga Camp accommodates up to 16–18 guests in 8–9 spacious East African-style luxury safari tents.
Each tent features:
- Twin bed configuration
- En-suite bathroom with hot and cold running water
- Indoor shower
- Ceiling fan
- Comfortable lounge area
- Private veranda overlooking the Zambezi River
- Solar-powered lighting and charging facilities
- Contemporary safari décor blending comfort with nature.
Camp Facilities
- Main lodge with panoramic river views
- Indoor dining area
- Comfortable lounge
- Fully stocked bar
- Fire pit (boma)
- Small plunge pool
- Outdoor seating areas overlooking the river
- Solar-powered camp with backup systems
- Professional river guides and fishing boats.
Activities
Guests can enjoy a wide variety of professionally guided activities, including:
- Tiger fishing
- Bream fishing
- Boat safaris
- Guided game drives
- Bird watching
- Wildlife photography
- Sunset cruises
- Riverside sundowners
- Catch-and-release sport fishing.
Dining
The camp offers a fully inclusive dining experience with freshly prepared meals served overlooking the river.
Typical inclusions:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Afternoon snacks
- Three-course dinner
- Sundowner drinks and snacks
- Local beverages and selected South African wines (depending on package).
Ideal For
- Fishing enthusiasts
- Wildlife lovers
- Birdwatchers
- Couples
- Small groups
- Photographers
- Adventure travellers
- Exclusive safari experiences