Rukomechi | Zimbabwe

Hidden in a large grove of acacia and mahogany trees, Ruckomechi’s luxurious tents and main camp overlook both the Zambezi and the mountains of the Great Rift Valley beyond the river in Zambia.

During the day you are spoilt for choice with the option of 4×4 game drives or guided bush walks along with boating, canoeing and fishing. If you just want to relax, then slip into the plunge pool or relax in the acacia grove with a book but you won’t sit still for long as this area isn’t a World Heritage Site for nothing: predators including lion, wild dog, leopard, and cheetah are often sighted, large concentrations of buffalo and elephant can be found along the river’s edge and the bird watching, given the eclectic mix of habitats, is sensational.

ACTIVITIES:

Within Mana Pools National Park – with game drives in our private concession and therefore prime wildlife viewing exclusively for Wilderness Safaris guests only.

• Day and night game drives in 05 x 7-seater open Toyota Hilux – during winter months hot water bottles, blankets and lined ponchos provided on game drives.
• A pair of Olympus binoculars is available in each of the game drive vehicles for guests to share amongst themselves whilst game viewing and may be requested from our guides.
• Private activities available on request (subject to availability and shared with Little Ruckomechi. Additional costs applicable).
• Water-based activities in 02 x 8-seater pontoon, 01 x 4-seater speed boat and 05 x 2-seater canoes (shared with Little Ruckomechi) and 01 x 9-seater (03 x bench seats) Pelican boat for transfers.
• Fishing is possible on a catch and release basis from the bank or by boat.
• Birding
• Guided nature walks.
• Star bed at Parachute Pan (weather permitting) approximately 40 minute drive from camp
• Stargazing with a laser pointer.
• River cruise (usually sunset cruise).
• Wilderness Safaris and Olympus Photo Hub experience.