> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://travel-info.co.zw/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Campsite Directory > Find campsites across Zimbabwe. National park camps, private camping grounds, bush camps, and overlander-friendly sites with facilities and booking details. Zimbabwe offers exceptional camping experiences - from well-equipped national park sites to remote bush camps and private camping grounds. This directory covers all camping options across the country. Prices listed are approximate and in USD. National park fees are additional. Always book in advance during peak season (July-October). *** ## National Park Campsites Managed by Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks). Basic facilities typically include ablution blocks, braai stands, and sometimes power points. ### Hwange National Park Zimbabwe's largest national park with multiple camping options. **Location:** Southern section, near Main Camp office **Facilities:** Ablutions with hot water, power points, braai stands, swimming pool nearby, shop **Capacity:** 20+ sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** First-time visitors, families **Coordinates:** -18.3667, 26.5000 **Location:** Northern section, elevated position **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, stunning views over Mandavu Dam **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Birders, photographers **Coordinates:** -18.1833, 26.1833 **Location:** Northern section **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, braai stands, remote atmosphere **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Adventurous campers seeking solitude **Coordinates:** -18.1000, 26.0500 **Location:** Near Sinamatella **Facilities:** Basic, communal braai area, dam views **Capacity:** 5 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Game viewing at the dam **Location:** Central-north section **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, excellent game viewing platform **Capacity:** Limited sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Serious wildlife enthusiasts ### Mana Pools National Park UNESCO World Heritage site with exclusive camping on the Zambezi floodplains. **Location:** Central riverine area **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, water points **Capacity:** 30 sites **Price:** \$20-30 per person per night **Best for:** Main base for Mana exploration **Coordinates:** -15.7500, 29.4000 **Location:** Along the Zambezi riverfront **Facilities:** Private sites, basic ablutions, fire pits **Capacity:** 1 group per site (max 12 people) **Price:** \$50-100 per site per night **Best for:** Private groups, professional photographers **Note:** Must book entire site **Location:** Eastern section **Facilities:** Very basic, remote **Capacity:** Limited **Price:** \$20-30 per person per night **Best for:** Adventure seekers wanting true wilderness ### Gonarezhou National Park Zimbabwe's second-largest park, known for the iconic Chilojo Cliffs. **Location:** Northern section, park headquarters **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, swimming pool **Capacity:** 15 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Base for northern Gonarezhou **Coordinates:** -21.2500, 32.0500 **Location:** Southern section, near Chilojo Cliffs **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, stunning cliff views **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Photography, scenic camping **Location:** Southern section **Facilities:** Very basic **Capacity:** 5 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Remote wilderness experience **Location:** Near Mwenezi River **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, natural rock pool **Capacity:** 6 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Swimming, relaxed camping ### Matobo National Park Ancient granite landscapes with rock art and rhino tracking. **Location:** Central Matobo, near dam **Facilities:** Ablutions with hot water, braai stands, swimming dam **Capacity:** 20 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Families, swimming, rock art exploration **Coordinates:** -20.5000, 28.5000 **Location:** Eastern section **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, scenic dam setting **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Quieter alternative to Maleme **Location:** Western section **Facilities:** Basic ablutions **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Bird watching ### Matusadona National Park Remote wilderness on Lake Kariba's shoreline. **Location:** Eastern section, park headquarters **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, lake access **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Lake Kariba camping base **Coordinates:** -16.7833, 28.4167 **Location:** Western boundary **Facilities:** Very basic, boat access recommended **Capacity:** 5 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Fishing, adventure camping ### Eastern Highlands Mountain camping with cool climate and scenic views. **Location:** Central Nyanga **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, trout fishing **Capacity:** 15 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Fishing, mountain hiking **Coordinates:** -18.2833, 32.7500 **Location:** Northern Nyanga **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, scenic dam **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Trout fishing, quiet retreat **Location:** Mutekeswane Base Camp **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, mountain hut available **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Hikers, mountain climbers **Coordinates:** -19.8000, 33.0000 **Location:** Bvumba Mountains **Facilities:** Basic camping area in gardens **Capacity:** Limited **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Botanical enthusiasts, birders ### Other National Parks & Reserves **Location:** 30km from Harare **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, boat launch **Capacity:** 20+ sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Weekend escapes from Harare **Coordinates:** -17.9000, 30.8000 **Location:** Near Masvingo **Facilities:** Ablutions, braai stands, lake access **Capacity:** 15 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Combining with Great Zimbabwe visit **Coordinates:** -20.2167, 31.0000 **Location:** Near Kwekwe **Facilities:** Basic ablutions, fishing **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Fishing enthusiasts **Location:** Near Kadoma **Facilities:** Ablutions, dam access **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Day trips, fishing *** ## Victoria Falls Area Campsites Popular camping options near the adventure capital. **Location:** 2km from Victoria Falls town **Facilities:** Hot showers, flush toilets, pool, bar, restaurant, WiFi **Capacity:** 30+ sites **Price:** \$15-25 per person per night **Best for:** Budget travelers, backpackers **Contact:** +263 83 2844308 **Location:** Victoria Falls town **Facilities:** Backpacker-style, shared ablutions, pool, bar **Capacity:** Limited camping spots **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Backpackers, activity seekers **Location:** Along Zambezi River upstream from Falls **Facilities:** 25 exclusive riverside sites, basic ablutions **Capacity:** 25 sites (1-4 groups per site) **Price:** \$30-50 per site per night **Best for:** Fishing, river camping, wildlife **Coordinates:** -17.8833, 25.7667 *** ## Private & Community Campsites ### Hwange Area **Location:** Near Hwange Main Camp **Facilities:** Shared ablutions, braai, access to lodge facilities **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$20-30 per person per night **Best for:** Affordable Hwange camping with some amenities **Location:** Matobo Hills **Facilities:** Basic camping with access to lodge **Capacity:** 5 sites **Price:** \$25-35 per person per night **Best for:** Rock art tours, rhino tracking ### Lake Kariba Area **Location:** Kariba town **Facilities:** Ablutions, lake views, boat access **Capacity:** 15 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Lake activities, fishing trips **Location:** Western Lake Kariba **Facilities:** Basic campsites along the lakeshore **Capacity:** Multiple sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Fishing, boating, wildlife ### Eastern Highlands **Location:** Nyanga **Facilities:** Hot showers, braai, mountain setting **Capacity:** 12 sites **Price:** \$15-25 per person per night **Best for:** Mountain hiking base **Location:** Chimanimani **Facilities:** Rustic camping, community-run **Capacity:** 8 sites **Price:** \$10-20 per person per night **Best for:** Hikers, community tourism **Location:** Chimanimani village **Facilities:** Basic camping with access to hotel facilities **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Pre/post mountain hikes ### Harare & Surrounds **Location:** North of Harare **Facilities:** Camping with pool, bar, restaurant **Capacity:** 20 sites **Price:** \$15-20 per person per night **Best for:** Harare stopover, overlanders **Location:** Near Harare **Facilities:** Bush setting, ablutions, game viewing **Capacity:** 10 sites **Price:** \$20-30 per person per night **Best for:** Wildlife near the city ### Bulawayo & Surrounds **Location:** Near Bulawayo **Facilities:** Farm camping, ablutions, pool **Capacity:** 15 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** Budget travelers, Matobo base **Location:** Adjacent to Khami Ruins **Facilities:** Basic camping near UNESCO site **Capacity:** 5 sites **Price:** \$10-15 per person per night **Best for:** History enthusiasts *** ## Overlander & Transit Campsites Popular stops for self-drive travelers and overland trucks. Secure parking, hot showers, restaurant. Ideal Harare transit stop. Town location, pool access, walking distance to activities. Various towns offer basic municipal camping - enquire locally. Some rural stations allow overnight camping - always ask permission. *** ## Camping Tips for Zimbabwe * **National Parks:** Book through ZimParks online or at regional offices * **Peak Season (July-October):** Book 2-3 months in advance * **Exclusive Sites:** Often require full site booking, not per-person * **Payment:** Cash (USD) often preferred; some accept mobile money * All camping equipment (rarely available for hire) * Firewood (often available for purchase) * Drinking water or purification * Food and cooking supplies * Torch/headlamp with extra batteries * First aid kit and any medications * Warm clothing (nights can be cold, especially May-August) * Never leave food unattended - baboons and monkeys are common * Store food in vehicles or secure containers * Be aware of wildlife, especially at night * Don't walk between sites after dark in wildlife areas * Keep a torch handy for nighttime ablution visits * Follow fire safety rules - use designated braai areas * Elephants: Common in Hwange, Mana Pools - give them space * Hippos: Active at night near water - be cautious * Hyenas: May investigate camps - secure all food * Snakes: Check shoes and bedding; don't walk barefoot * Mosquitoes: Use repellent and nets, especially Oct-April *** ## Campsite Facilities Guide **Facilities:** Pit latrines, cold water (if any), fire pit **Found at:** Remote national park sites, wild camping areas **Bring:** All water, toilet paper, all supplies **Price range:** \$10-15 per person **Facilities:** Flush toilets, cold showers, braai stands **Found at:** Most national park camps **Bring:** Drinking water, all camping gear, food **Price range:** \$15-20 per person **Facilities:** Hot showers, power points, shop nearby **Found at:** Main camps, some private sites **Bring:** Camping gear, food (basics available) **Price range:** \$20-30 per person **Facilities:** En-suite ablutions, restaurant, pool, WiFi **Found at:** Private lodges with camping **Bring:** Personal items, camping optional **Price range:** \$30-50+ per person *** ## Booking Resources Official national park campsite bookings Need help finding the right campsite? 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