Tembo Plains Camp is an extraordinary sanctuary nestled in the heart of the stunning Sapi Private Reserve, bordered by the majestic Zambezi River. Situated in the remote corners of Zimbabwe, just east of Mana Pools National Park, it offers an unparalleled luxury safari experience. The camp is designed with a blend of traditional elements and modern elegance, creating a perfect balance between exploration and comfort. With a focus on sustainability and conservation, it provides guests an intimate and unique gateway to one of Africa’s most pristine wildlife environments.
Exceptional Location
Tembo Plains Camp is set within the 118,000-hectare Sapi Private Reserve, a hidden gem in Zimbabwe, teeming with diverse wildlife and spectacular natural beauty. The camp lies just on the edge of the Zambezi River, offering breathtaking views and unrivalled access to the rich wildlife that roams this UNESCO World Heritage Site. This secluded location ensures guests can enjoy the peace and privacy of a safari away from the crowds, while being surrounded by the iconic wildlife of the region, including elephants, lions, and painted dogs.
Unique Activities
At Tembo Plains Camp, guests can engage in a variety of immersive safari activities, each designed to enhance the experience of being close to nature. From thrilling day and night game drives to canoeing along the Zambezi River, there is no shortage of adventure. Guests also have the opportunity to embark on guided walks and wildlife tracking excursions. The camp’s private location means that there are no restrictions on where you can explore, giving you access to over 337,000 hectares of pristine wilderness. Additionally, guests can enjoy the rare pleasure of witnessing wildlife undisturbed, making it a photographer’s paradise.
Accommodation
Tembo Plains Camp is designed to offer an exceptional blend of comfort and wilderness. Each of the four luxury suites features canvas and stone walls that provide both privacy and connection to the surrounding environment. The suites are equipped with an indoor lounge area, a private pool, and an outdoor dining space to ensure a seamless blend of luxury and nature. Handcrafted bathtubs and both indoor and outdoor showers offer the ultimate relaxation after a day’s adventure. The camp also provides high-quality binoculars and professional cameras, so guests can capture the unforgettable moments of their safari.
Operating Dates: April – November
High Season (H/S): 01 June – 31 October Low Season (L/S): 01 April – 31 May & 01 – 20 November
The price categories give you an idea of the nightly cost per person for this accommodation.
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The Mighty Zambezi!
“My wife and I spent 5 nights at Tembo and loved it. As always with Great Plains, food and service were beyond. MC our Butler was the best. Totally on top of his game and Eliott our Guide was terrific. One of the best we’ve ever had. Zimbabwe was so hot, Mana Pools especially so we did morning game drives and then evening Sun Downers on the Zambezi. Mornings were early because of the heat but if you didn’t get out early the animals would be hiding from the heat. We did see Lions on an elephant kill, lots of elephants, baboons, hippos and lots of antelope. The Zambezi is beautiful, and I highly recommend fishing for Tiger Fish. It’s catch and release. My wife caught three one evening.” Date of stay: September 2024
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Tembo Plains 2023
“Tembo Plains was our 3rd stop on this safari. We arrived here via boat transfer down the Zambezi River. I cannot say enough about this camp…. service was top notch…and the food was that and everything more. Largest safari tent we’ve ever stayed in! Our guide here was Brad…Brad knows his stuff, safari life is in his blood, he comes from a long line of guides in his family.” Date of stay: August 2023
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Amazing time with amazing friends
“We shared the family tent with very dear friends in this amazing place on shore of the majestic lower Zambesi in The Sapi conservation concession, adjacent Mana Pools. The ambiance, the people, the food, the boat trips were all just beyond wonderful despite the fishes did not want to bite and the big cats did not want to show up. However, the elephant encounters, so close, so peaceful and relaxed were just GREAT. The sundowner on a sandbank in the middle of the river, what an experience to never forget.” Date of stay: November 2022
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