The Elephant Camp
distinctive Camp | Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side), Zimbabwe
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The Elephant Camp provides serenity and luxury within easy reach of Victoria Falls and all its attractions. Secluded within its own private game reserve, the camp features astounding views of the falls’ spray and the gorges that separate Zimbabwe from Zambia. Guests enjoy close interaction with wildlife—in particular elephants at the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary, which guests have an opportunity to meet while staying at the camp.
Our Expert Says
Just a short distance from one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World,” The Elephant Camp in Zimbabwe is the place to stay when visiting Victoria Falls. In addition to great views, wonderfully appointed rooms (with private pools) and great food, it’s the staff and service that make this camp so special. You won’t find a more memorable place to stay near the falls!
– Don Martinson
The Camp
Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Number of Rooms: 9
Important Note: Though this camp is Distinctive in terms of amenities, it falls into a Premier pricing category because of the unique experience it offers guests.
The Elephant Camp boasts a striking setting on the edge of the Batoka Gorge, surrounded by a private wildlife concession. Masterfully designed with luxury and relaxation in mind, tents feature a comfortable sitting room with a fully stocked bar/fridge, a king-size bed, and a bathroom with a freestanding tub and shower. Each tent has its own wildlife-viewing veranda with private plunge pool and outdoor shower. Indoors, air conditioning is a treat on hot days. The spacious main complex is a tented structure that includes a comfortable lounge with dark wood furnishings, a bar and dining area leading out to a spacious deck and swimming pool. Elegant meals are served on the outdoor terrace at individual tables and by candlelight indoors at the communal table. At every turn are captivating vistas: a waterhole that draws animals to drink, the shadowy chasm depths, and the towering columns of spray from Victoria Falls.
Facilities & Amenities
- En suite bathroom with tub and indoor/outdoor showers
- Shampoo and soap
- Hair dryer
- Air conditioning
- Room fan
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee in room
- 220v charging outlets in room
- In-room safe
- Private plunge pool
- Central swimming pool
- Wi-Fi in main area
- In-room spa treatments (extra cost)
- Laundry included
- Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
Wildlife Viewing & Activities
The Elephant Camp offers close interaction with wildlife, especially with orphaned elephants at the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary. All guests have an opportunity to meet these elephants, which were saved from culling operations in Zimbabwe. Additionally, the sanctuary’s resident leopard, Sylvester, rescued when he was two days old, often frequents the camp for up-close and personal encounters! With close proximity to Victoria Falls, there are numerous optional activities available: elephant-back or horseback safaris, a guided walk with lions, a walking tour of Victoria Falls or helicopter ride overhead, bungee jumping and whitewater rafting. The craft village at Victoria Falls is a great place to pick up some souvenirs and support the local economy. Camp staff can help arrange these outings and provide shuttle service. For those wanting downtime and pampering, select spa treatments are available in the privacy of your suite.
Victoria Falls offers direct access to Zimbabwe and Botswana’s most wildlife-rich game reserves and national parks, from Hwange and Mana Pools National Parks in Zimbabwe to the Okavango Delta, Linyanti Reserve and Kalahari Desert of Botswana. It also serves to break up a safari with both natural and cultural attractions.
Climate
| Month | Max | Min | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° F | 66° F | 6.73 in |
| 29° C | 18° C | 171 mm | |
| February | 85° F | 65° F | 5.51 in |
| 29° C | 18° C | 140 mm | |
| March | 86° F | 63° F | 2.99 in |
| 30° C | 17° C | 76 mm | |
| April | 85° F | 58° F | 0.79 in |
| 29° C | 14° C | 20 mm | |
| May | 82° F | 50° F | 0.12 in |
| 27° C | 10° C | 3 mm | |
| June | 78° F | 44° F | 0.0 in |
| 25° C | 6° C | 0 mm | |
| July | 77° F | 43° F | 0.0 in |
| 25° C | 6° C | 0 mm | |
| August | 83° F | 48° F | 0.0 in |
| 28° C | 8° C | 0 mm | |
| September | 90° F | 57° F | 0.04 in |
| 32° C | 13° C | 1 mm | |
| October | 93° F | 64° F | 0.79 in |
| 33° C | 17° C | 20 mm | |
| November | 90° F | 66° F | 2.52 in |
| 32° C | 18° C | 64 mm | |
| December | 86° F | 66° F | 6.42 in |
| 30° C | 18° C | 163 mm |
Conservation
Wild Horizons Wildlife Trust, which is closely associated with The Elephant Camp, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing and promoting environmental conservation. Projects focus on four areas: community outreach, wildlife research, wildlife orphanage, and conservation training. The Trust is committed to protecting the area’s indigenous fauna and flora, in collaboration with appropriate authorities, local communities and other stakeholders. Projects include rehabilitation of injured or orphaned wildlife, anti-poaching and wildlife veterinary assistance, assisting with community based projects, and a children's conservation education program. Research projects are designed to find sustainable ways to protect wildlife such as the elephant. These projects incorporate ways of releasing animals and finding solutions to the community’s human/wildlife conflicts. The wildlife orphanage programs are set up to protect, rescue and rehabilitate animals that are either endangered or have been injured, abandoned or orphaned through human interference.