Deteema Springs
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Deteema Springs is a small concession area in a well-known northern region of the Hwange National Park. Close to the Deteema dam, the camp is perched on a slight rocky rise above permanent water springs, offering magnificent views of large concentrations of animals, including elephants. While night safaris are not allowed due to park regulations, Deteema offers amazing opportunities for walking safaris and viewing wildlife from the comfort of the camp.

Open grassland bordered by woodlands

Game spotting on foot

An intimate camp

The wildlife visits you
Explore Our Camp
Eco-luxury at its finest
Camp Information
Category
Luxury Safari Camp
Camp Size
1x Family tent 7x Double tents (max 18 people)
Concession Type
Private Site
Region
North-western Hwange National park
Ages
Children above 6 years
Learn more about our purpose built camps
All the comfort without the frills

What does this mean?
Machaba Safaris combines the authenticity of the past, the comforts of today and a future-thinking eco-awareness. Our camps feature iconic canvas tents, cooling plunge pools and communal bars and dining areas and reading nooks. We consciously forgo certain conveniences like hairdryers and air-con, and rely on alternative energy to lighten our load on the planet.
How we lighten the load
- Camp electricity is a hybrid of solar energy and a back-up generator.
- Low energy consuming appliances and light bulbs.
- No permanent fixtures means that our campsites can be rehabilitated in 1.5 years.
- Separate Bio Plants manage kitchen, laundry and staff village solids.
Our Popular Activities
From game drives to untamed walking safaris and amazing birding adventures, there is always something to see and do, all under the care of our highly trained guides.
The Machaba Dining Experience
No African safari is complete without authentic dining experiences in the heart of the untamed wildernesses.
Wholesome, gourmet-inspired cuisine


Warm hospitality compliments the delicious meals prepared by passionate and experienced chefs

Al fresco dining amid the stunning wonders of African vistas


Savour the moment with your choice of refreshing local and international beverages

Testimonials
Camp Facilities and Amenities

Tented dining and social area
The oversized tented deck area forms the social hub of our camps. You can meet other safari goers at the bar, relax in the lounges or gather around the large fire pits to swap stories, fuelling the feeling of being on an authentic African safari in the bush.

Plunge pool
Africa is a sun-drenched country where summer temperatures often reach the high thirties and low forty-degrees Celsius. After a morning safari, counting the passing clouds while floating in a pool or resting on a sun bed is nothing short of sublime.

Wi-Fi Connectivity
A holiday in Africa is the perfect time to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature and loved ones. Due to the remoteness of the camp there is limited connectivity available. Wi-Fi connections are available in the main lodge area and rooms.

Solar energy
We harvest the sun’s energy via solar panels, that store electricity in a battery bank. Our hot water supply is generated by a state of the art Thermodynamic Solar Energy system, which ensures that the camps have hot water, no matter the weather.

Eco-friendly kitchen and food storage
To keep our eco-footprint light, we use energy-efficient fridges in our kitchens, which we turn off at night. We also use coal cold rooms and cellars to store heat-sensitive items.

Airstrip access
The camp is only a short game drive away from the nearest airstrip, providing game viewing opportunities en route to and from the camp.
Camp Layout

Tailored Safari Packages
Inspired by our knowledge and first-hand experience of Botswana and Zimbabwe, we have crafted a series of packages to provide textured and authentic African safaris.

Classic Botswana and Zimbabwe

Essentially Machaba

Definitive Machaba

Machaba Routes

Classic Delta Package

Classic Botswana

Romantic Package

Classic Hwange

Classic Mana Pools