
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

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

Recently researching reasons to have a friends adventure weekend away, I ironically realised, you don’t need ANY! There are indeed multiple benefits to going away

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,

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

“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

In the northwest of Zimbabwe, on the southern shores of Lake Kariba, lies Matusadona National Park. Located in the heart of the Zambezi Valley, the

‘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,

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

As pioneers of recent travel and the lucky winners of our Golden Circuit Safari Competition, our guests Ronald and Storm kindly shared some pictures and

In a national park, water is life, each ecosystem directly dependent on its availability and in Mana Pools the love of water is no exception.

Atop a granite hill in Matobo National Park, surrounded by an amphitheater of boulders, lies the grave of Cecil John Rhodes. With panoramic scenery akin

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

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe resonates a timeless charm, one fringed in colonial architecture, wide roads and jacaranda trees. Being the second largest city in the country, it

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

Embracing slow travel in the Matobo National park. Elements of travel have shifted from outdoor exploration, to embracing discovery from within. Here we find our

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

Every so often, one needs to speak the language of relaxation – to rejuvenate, reboot and reconnect. There is no place better to do so

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

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

There seems no better way to reconnect with self and others than through travel and its time to get fully immersed in Lake Kariba with

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

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

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