Overview
Eco-friendly, comfortable camp
Located in the heart of the Zambezi River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will find Mana River Camp – one of the most friendly and comfortable safari camps in the country.
Providing a warm family atmosphere of home away from home, Mana River Camp is owned and managed by Machaba Safaris - and their amazingly dedicated team. The camps offer a comfortable, homely and authentic safari experience where guests are welcomed with warmth and pleasure.
Mana River Camp on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River offers spectacular elephant sightings. It is a mobile tented camp that is taken down at the end of each season, before the rains begin – creating the feeling of an old, real bush, camping experience. The Camp has six en-suite canvas and gauze tents, with zipped entrances. All the tents have a view of the Zambezi River, with a veranda and a folding chair. The bathrooms have flushing toilets and hot and cold showers, heated with chip boilers. The tent is powered with inverter and solar lighting system. In the main area of the camp there is an open-air dining / communal area and a fire-pit boma.
Facts
At a glance
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Six tents
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Evening campfires
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Open-air dining
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Media tent for charging requirements

Experiences
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Game drives
See what you can spot on a morning or late afternoon game drive
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Walking safari
Morning and/or late afternoon game walk with experienced Zimbabwean guides
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Canoes
Float down the Zambezi, keeping an eye on the banks for wondering wildlife - available upon request
Footprint
Machaba Safaris combines the authenticity of the past, the comforts of today and a future-thinking eco- awareness. The camps' electricity is powered with inverter and solar lighting system. Mana River Camp consists of low energy consuming appliances and light bulbs, with separate Bio Plats to manage kitchen, laundry and staff village solids.
Example trips
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra


Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.