Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba offers a unique opportunity in Africa due to its setting. The Lake provides both great game viewing by canoe as well as wonderful Tiger fishing, while the adjacent Matusadona National Park offers great game viewing on foot or by vehicle.
Lake Kariba was created in the 50s to make one of the world's greatest man-made lakes - over 140 miles long and 20 miles wide. The lake is home to several islands, some with permanent lodges, such as Fothergill and Spurwing.
The lake itself lends itself to wonderful game viewing by canoe as animals (especially elephant) come to the water’s edge to drink. The lake is also superb for bird life and keen fishermen will be delighted with the lake’s prolific big game fish, particularly Tiger fish. As well as activities from the lake, the lodges offer drives and guided walks into Matusadona National Park. The park is a stunning combination of flat plains and rugged mountain country and, as well as the big five, Black and White Rhino can also be tracked in the park. Lake Kariba: Accommodation choices
There are two places to stay – both superb in their own way – Musango which is owned and run by Steve Edwards or the newly revamped and exceptionally luxurious Bumi Hills.
Recommended lodges in this area:
Lake Kariba
Musango is a unique safari camp full of character and situated on its very own private island on Lake Kariba, just off the shoreline of the Matusadona National Park. Lake Kariba
Visitors to Lake Kariba are usually attracted by the exceptional fishing or the renowned game viewing of the Matusadona National Park on the shore. The unique, elevated situation of Bumi Hills provides guests with stunning views of this vast lake and all the comforts expected of a safari lodge. However, if you're after a more rustic and traditional safari experience Musango would be more suitable.
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