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Consistently voted one of Zimbabwe’s best safari lodges, The Hide sets the standard for luxury and exceptional wildlife experiences in Hwange National Park. Nestled in a private concession on the park’s eastern boundary, it offers unbeatable access to diverse landscapes and incredible game viewing right from your doorstep. Enjoy up-close sightings of elephants, kudu, giraffe, and zebra at the camp’s waterhole, with comforts that include deluxe tented rooms, al fresco dining, and up to four guided activities daily. The camp accommodates up to 20 guests in 10 spacious tents—each with a private veranda, ensuite bathrooms (indoor/outdoor), and thoughtful touches like morning coffee service, fan cooling, and hot water bottles in winter.The iconic ‘A’ Frame main area features a lounge, dining space, and upstairs viewing deck, with direct access to the Waterhole Hide and a wine cellar en route. A plunge pool and fire pit offer perfect spaces to unwind between activities. Hwange National Park is home to over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, including more than 44,000 elephants, large lion prides, buffalo, and rare species like painted dogs and brown hyena. Whether you're soaking in a bath as buffalo pass by or showering under the stars, a stay at The Hide is truly unforgettable.
Rooms
Recreation
Set on a private 5km² concession within Hwange National Park, The Hide offers a rich variety of safari experiences in one of Zimbabwe’s most wildlife-dense regions. With over 30 years of excellence, The Hide is known for top-tier guiding—our expert guides, many from the local community, undergo annual refresher training to ensure every guest experience is safe, informative, and unforgettable.Guests can enjoy up to four activities per day, including morning and afternoon game drives, guided bush walks (16+ only), spotlight night drives, and peaceful ‘hide sits’ near the pan. For a truly unique experience, spend the night in the “Dove’s Nest” treehouse, a secluded sleep-out for two under the stars.Walking safaris offer a personal, sensory-rich connection to nature—from learning about termite mounds and dung beetles to tracking big game on foot with an armed, trained guide. Drives explore a range of habitats and reveal Hwange’s famed biodiversity, including over 400 bird species and iconic wildlife like elephants, lions, and painted dogs. Set on a private 5km² concession within Hwange National Park, The Hide offers a rich variety of safari experiences in one of Zimbabwe’s most wildlife-dense regions. With over 30 years of excellence, The Hide is known for top-tier guiding—our expert guides, many from the local community, undergo annual refresher training to ensure every guest experience is safe, informative, and unforgettable. Guests can enjoy up to four activities per day, including morning and afternoon game drives, guided bush walks (16+ only), spotlight night drives, and peaceful ‘hide sits’ near the pan. For a truly unique experience, spend the night in the “Dove’s Nest” treehouse, a secluded sleep-out for two under the stars. Walking safaris offer a personal, sensory-rich connection to nature—from learning about termite mounds and dung beetles to tracking big game on foot with an armed, trained guide. Drives explore a range of habitats and reveal Hwange’s famed biodiversity, including over 400 bird species and iconic wildlife like elephants, lions, and painted dogs.
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768 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
James W
Only got better. ☺️
We visited The Hide 13 years ago and loved it so decided to visit again. It has only got better. Great place great people. We will be back again.
danej106
Run and Hide!
This was the last stay of our 2+week tour and it was outstanding. The travel agent warned us it would be miserable weather at this time of year but it was sunny, yet very chilly. Travel tip: Bring...
Pamela S
True safari vibes
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