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Where to Stay in Hwange: Linkwasha, Little Makalolo & Davison's Compared

Wondering where to stay in Hwange? Three Wilderness camps in the southeast of the park stand out: Linkwasha for contemporary luxury, Little Makalolo for an intimate, wildlife-focused stay, and Davison's for classic tented charm at a gentler price. All three sit in private concessions in one of Hwange's richest wildlife areas, so the right choice comes down to your style and budget.

Quick answer

Best for luxury and honeymoons: Linkwasha Camp
Best for intimacy and close-up wildlife: Little Makalolo
Best for classic safari style and value: Davison's Camp
Best for families: Linkwasha (family tent available) or Davison's

Why stay in a private concession?

Hwange is Zimbabwe's largest national park, and the southeast is famous for its open plains, pans and pumped waterholes, which draw huge numbers of elephants and other game in the dry season. Staying in a private concession means fewer vehicles, expert guides and, in many cases, activities such as walking safaris that aren't possible in busier areas. For a full overview of the park, see our Hwange National Park Safari Guide.

Luxury

Linkwasha Camp

Best for: honeymooners, luxury travellers, families who want space and comfort

Linkwasha is the most stylish of the three, with spacious tents, elegant interiors and wide views over a busy pan. Elephants often wander right past the tents, and the main area overlooks a waterhole where you can watch the action from the pool or the deck.

It suits travellers who want a high level of comfort without losing the feeling of being deep in the wild. A family tent makes it a good choice for parents travelling with children.

Tent at Linkwasha Camp in Hwange National Park — Linkwasha's spacious tents look out over a wildlife-rich pan.

Inside a luxury tent at Linkwasha Camp, Hwange — Elegant interiors with views of the bush.

Intimate

Little Makalolo

Best for: wildlife lovers, photographers, couples who want an intimate camp

Little Makalolo is small and personal, with only a handful of tents set around a waterhole. It is all about the wildlife: guests often sit quietly and watch elephants, buffalo and antelope come down to drink just metres away. It feels like a true bush camp, with comfort but no fuss.

Tents at Little Makalolo camp in Hwange — Little Makalolo: a small, intimate camp centred on its waterhole.

Couple watching wildlife at the waterhole at Little Makalolo, Hwange — Watching the waterhole from camp is one of Little Makalolo's great pleasures.

Classic

Davison's Camp

Best for: classic safari lovers, families, travellers watching their budget

Davison's is a traditional tented camp with a warm, relaxed atmosphere. It is named after Ted Davison, Hwange's first warden. Tents are comfortable and well spaced, and the camp overlooks a waterhole that is especially busy in the dry season. It offers the same excellent guiding and game viewing at a more accessible price.

Elephant passing a tent at Davison's Camp in Hwange — At Davison's, elephants are regular visitors to camp.

Pool with an elephant view at Davison's Camp, Hwange — A swim with a view: Davison's pool overlooks the waterhole.

Hwange camps compared

	Linkwasha	Little Makalolo	Davison's
Style	Contemporary luxury	Intimate bush camp	Classic tented camp
Size	Medium	Small	Medium
Highlight	Elegant tents and pan views	Close-up waterhole viewing	Warm atmosphere and value
Families	Yes (family tent)	Better for couples	Yes
Budget	Premium	Premium	Mid-range to premium

How to get to your Hwange camp

Most guests fly in on a light aircraft from Victoria Falls, landing at an airstrip close to the camps. It is quick and scenic, and it saves a long road journey. Luggage limits apply on light aircraft, usually in soft-sided bags. Many travellers combine Hwange with the Falls; see our Victoria Falls and Hwange Safari.

Light aircraft flight to Hwange National Park — A light aircraft flight is the easiest way into Hwange's southeast.

Whichever camp you choose, the evenings are the same: a fire, a cold drink and elephants moving quietly past in the last of the light.

How many nights?

We recommend three nights in Hwange to make the most of game drives, a walking safari and time at the waterhole. With four or more nights, you could split your stay between two camps for a change of scenery. Read our guide to the best time to visit Hwange to plan your dates.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Hwange?

The southeast of Hwange, home to private concessions with camps such as Linkwasha, Little Makalolo and Davison's, is one of the best areas, thanks to its open plains, waterholes and excellent game viewing.

Which Hwange camp is best for a honeymoon?

Linkwasha is a favourite for honeymoons thanks to its luxury tents, while Little Makalolo suits couples who want a small, intimate camp.

How many nights should I spend in Hwange?

Three nights is ideal for most travellers. Four or more nights lets you split your stay between two camps.

How do I get to the Hwange camps?

Most guests fly in on a light aircraft from Victoria Falls, which is quick and avoids a long road transfer.

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