Ruckomechi Camp

Nestled in a lush albida forest on the banks of the Zambezi River, Ruckomechi Camp offer an incredible Zimbabwe safari experience.

Nestled in a lush albida forest on the banks of the Zambezi River, Ruckomechi’s 10 spacious suites (including two family units) offer an incredible Zimbabwe safari experience.

Room Types

Standard Twin/Double Tent(s)

(8 ROOMS)

Sublimely spacious tented suites are thoughtfully positioned along the iconic Zambezi’s banks, each offering unimpeded views across the river to the stunning Rift Valley Escarpment on the Zambian side.

From the well-appointed lounge area inside, to the expansive deck outside, each suite has been mindfully furnished in rich natural textures and lovely local décor pieces.

Connected to the main area by low wooden walkways – to allow free passage of the wildlife – the tented suites provide front row seats to an endlessly entertaining wildlife parade.

Family Accommodation
(2 ROOMS)
The two stylish and generous tented family rooms are built on low wooden decks offering a veranda with broad vistas of the Zambezi River. With the same comforts as the standard tents, each comprise two en-suite bedrooms.

Family room
A safari at Ruckomechi is best shared with loved ones.

Pool
Cool off between game drives in the swimming pool.

Star Bed
Experience a night under the stars, safely elevated above the ground.

Wi-Fi
Stay in touch and share your safari sightings.

The wide floodplain behind the camp teems with wildlife, and after a thrilling day on safari, guests can sink into the ‘bath with a view’ for a blissful soak in the wild.

Game drive.

Scour the plains and woodlands for predators and their prey.

Canoe

Paddle the Zambezi looking for water birds and dazzling bee-eaters.

Star Bed

Spend a night under the stars near a busy waterhole.

Birding

Search for the amazing array of birds in Mana Pools.

Ruckomechi is known for warm hospitality and delicious, hearty cuisine. Savour an ice cold gin and tonic served as the glowing sun dips behind the horizon. Delight in a pancake breakfast out in the bush, dinner served under a blanket of stars or at the intimate Star Bed sleep-out.

Ruckomechi provides a stable buffer zone for precious wildlife in this productive riverine belt.

By air

Scheduled flights can be booked from Victoria Falls, Harare, Hwange, Kariba and other parts of Zimbabwe.

By Road

The camp can also be accessed via road transfer from Harare or Lusaka followed by a boat transfer from Chirundu.

Weather in Mana Pools

Mana Pools National Park enjoys a wonderful warm climate. Yet the winter season can get quite cool – particularly on the early morning game drives, with temperatures dropping to 12°C, so make sure to pack accordingly. The summer months (Sep to May) are extremely hot with temperatures soaring to 40°C and above.

SUMMER SEASON

Some of the animals found in the park.

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