ZIMBABWE
Situated close to the Hwange National Park – Bomani Tented Lodge draws your attention. The area was once an ancient fossil lake, which over time became submerged by Kalahari sands. Today, the plains are scattered with natural water pans where countless herds of wildlife can be seen freely frolicking. Enjoy breakfast whilst watching zebra and wildebeest quietly graze, or snuggle up around the outdoor fire pit, listening to the sounds of the African bush.
Camelthorn is the most unique lodge of them all, quietly nestled in one of Hwange’s last untouched corners of real woodland. Each individual forest cabin has a private outdoor maisonette – where you can soak up the sun’s rays, or even sleep under the stars. Not forgetting the elephants, you can take an escorted stroll to a large private underground blind, to sit and relax whilst observing the drinking wildlife right up close.
BY NATALIE WEATHERER
However there is more to Imvelo than luxurious lodges and safaris – they have been working hard to enrich the lives of the indigenous communities that surround them. Their aim is to empower native populations and teach them self-sustaining methods of survival. Imvelo takes guests on a tour through some of the local villages. During these un-choreographed visits, houseproud locals will invite you into their homes, revelling in showing visitors around. Not only will you have the opportunity to experience village life, but you can also see the direct effects your stay has had; the schools that have been built, the wells that have been drilled and the watering holes that have been dug. Whilst many make eco-claims, it’s refreshing to see Imvelo actually building genuine conservation initiatives.
For further information, please see
www.imvelosafarilodges.com or visit them at ILTM Africa 2014.
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