Hideaways Africa

Life-Changing Experiences

Lower Zambezi, Wildlife

The Restorative Power of Water

Whenever I leave a body of water, a part of me remains, held in its currents and its rhythmic lapping against the shore. Something has

Mana pools

The Addictive Nature of Mana Pools

The element of the unknown is where the addiction to Mana Pools National Park lies. Its untouched landscapes and wild ways summon the safari seeker,

Kariba Sunset

Lake Kariba Operation Noah

Read about the incredible conservation story of Lake Kariba and Operation Noah. Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe embodies a tale which sounds both impossible, and miraculous. The

Tony writing at nantwich

Nantwich Lodge by Tony Park

“As you get older, you tend to look more in the rearview mirror than you do at the road ahead,” a retired Australian Army general

Implala

Traveling to Africa in Green Season

‘Tis the season for travel! November in Zimbabwe welcomes the much anticipated arrival of the rains. Flora and fauna celebrate its arrival in equal measure,

Moremi

Christmas in Africa

Christmas is a special time of the year, whether it be a spiritual affair, family connection or simply an excuse to travel. This particular time

Zimbabwe Game Count Activities

The Game that Counts, by Tony Park

Guests at Nantwich Lodge, in the wild north-west of Hwange National Park, stood on the lawn outside the main communal building and watched, in awe,

Safari elephants

Zimbabwe: Webinar with ATTA

Over the last two years, the travel terrain has changed, but the necessity for adventure and connection has not. If recent adversity has taught us

Moremi

Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana

The Moremi Game Reserve is the oldest and first protected area of the Okavango Delta, and has some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in

Mana Pools National Park

Whispers of the Wild at Mana Pools

Located in northern Zimbabwe, on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Mana Pools provides a true ‘out of africa’ experience. It’s remote location deems

Camp Kuzuma

Camp Kuzuma Elephants

As we move into the hotter months, activity is heating up around the waterhole at Camp Kuzuma. The water deposits throughout the bush are drying

Nantwich Exclusive Use Special

Plant Heaven at Nantwich Lodge

Hideaways’ recently had the pleasure of hosting Gus le Breton, ‘African Plant Hunter’ at our Hwange National Parks property, Nantwich Lodge. Gus introduces us to

Walking in the Wild

Beneath the Albida Trees

The Heartbeat of Mana Pools Mana Pools is the definition of wild Africa – untamed, remote and abundant with wildlife. Time spent here, beneath the

Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools, Zimbabwe, has always been on my bucket list and it is a national park where dreams come true. Its famous golden light between

Hwange

Gin and Tonic Sunsets in Hwange

When one mentions going on safari in Zimbabwe, three words spring to mind: gin, sunsets and elephants. This is the safari goers dream – one

Gus Le Breton

The Wisdom of Trees

Nature seems to emanate an inspiration which encourages us to connect to our true selves. It is to the wild we turn to when we

Gus Le Breton

The Anti Ageing Components of Travel

Being in nature and surrounded by plants is a multi-medicinal affair. Taking time out to travel; immersing in the elements to destress, decompress and detach

Nantwich Lodge, Hwange National Park

Home away from Home: Nantwich

On the outskirts of Victoria Falls and within Hwange National Park, sits a bespoke lodge atop a hill which boasts one of the best views