Mana Camp and Ingwe Pan Reopen for the Season
Every year, Mana River Camp and Ingwe Pan close their ‘doors’ for the rainy season.
A designated Ramsar wetland, Mana Pools National Park becomes almost uninhabitable during the rainy season. Located on the lower reaches of the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi, the park is made up of large areas of floodplain that merge into broad expanses of seasonal rivers and pools.
Both our camps are situated within the floodplains of the park.
As the rains arrive and saturate the earth, road access to Ingwe Pan becomes more difficult so we close camp for the season. Mana River Camp, on the other hand, is a different story. Known as a ‘fly camp’, Mana River Camp is disassembled every year. Every bolt and screw is removed and the camp is fully dismantled to allow for the area to recuperate.
After flooding along the banks of the river, the area rejuvenates and allows the animals to breed and have enough resources for the upcoming year.
“The rains bring rejuvenation and a reprieve from the long hot summer days. For us in Mana Pools, the rains symbolise a pause, the beginning of a new season, and life in the park. The first rains bring life in all shapes and forms. The bush turns lush, the rivers flow and life surges through the park.” - Misty, Camp Manager
In May, we reopen both Mana River Camp and Ingwe Pan where you can explore endless adventures in Mana Pools. Pair the riverside experience with an inland haven with our Classic Mana Pools Package which includes both camps in the park. The combination is the ideal getaway for travellers seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
