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Camelthorne Lodge

Camelthorne Lodge

Hwange

An ancient Camelthorn tree, the property’s namesake, is the centrepiece, with the main lodge and eight villas sitting around it. Set in a forest adjacent to Hwange National Park’s famous Ngamo Plains, the lodge is unique in style and design and was built for and by the community whose land it calls home. 

The villas are all attractively furnished, spacious and have a balcony. Four villas have a plunge pool. This lodge is ideal for families as up to two children over 7 can be accommodated in the room with their parents.  Rooms have ceiling fans, fireplaces, and tea and coffee-making facilities and are safe.

Meals are served either family style with other guests or privately at your villa. The evening always ends around the fire.

Activities include game drives and walking safaris, along with community activities. 

Enjoy al fresco dining, sip your morning coffee in front of a roaring fire, track herds of elephants by foot, enjoy rewarding game drives, where wonderful birdlife, woodland animals and possibly even rhinos may be seen. ... all at the pace you desire to experience this remarkable place. 

The Elephant Express is a unique railcar that offers you the chance to travel between lodges (Bomani & Camelthorne) in comfort while enjoying the sights en route.

Please note this camp may be closed between December and April, depending on the weather. Please check with us for availability during these months. Additionally, please be aware that the Elephant Express service does not run between January and April.

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Activities, Game Drives, Walking & Trekking

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Situated within the Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania. Nestled in the heart of one of Tanzania's most diverse ecosystems, the lodge offers an incredible experience in a region renowned for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, particularly its large elephant herds. The lodge seamlessly blends into the surrounding baobab-dotted landscape. The architecture incorporates local materials and traditional African design. The spacious and comfortable rooms feature private balconies that have panoramic views of the park and its wildlife. Other facilities include a large lodge house, with dining rooms, billiards room and bar and spacious surroundings. The lodge's location within Tarangire National Park makes it an ideal base for game drives and walking safaris. You can expect to encounter a variety of animals, including lion, leopard, buffalo, and an array of bird species, in addition to the park's famous elephants. The lodge also offers guided nature walks, cultural visits to local Maasai communities, and sundowner experiences, where you can enjoy a drink while watching the sunset over the savannah. Overall, the lodge offers a perfect combination of comfort, adventure, and authentic African hospitality, making it an exceptional destination for travellers seeking an unforgettable safari experience in Tanzania.

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How our Tent Ratings work

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These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

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It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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+44 (0)7516 766404

Email:

enquiries@briggatetravel.com

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