Where is Hwange National Park?

Hwange National Park is in north-western Zimbabwe. At around 14,600km², it is the country’s largest national park.

What wildlife can I expect to see around Davison’s?

Hwange National Park has an abundance of life, from large herds of elephant and buffalo, to rare antelope like sable and roan, and plenty of predators, including lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas.

What can I do between game drives at Davison’s?

If you’re up for more than relaxing in your en-suite tent, spend time listening out and looking for birds around the camp, including specials like Bradfield’s hornbills, or racket-tailed rollers. Take a dip in the pool overlooking the waterhole in front of the camp, and cool down while a herd of elephant or buffalo do the same.

How do I get to Hwange National Park?

Roughly an hour’s flight with Wilderness Air from Victoria Falls Airport will put you right into the heart of Hwange National Park.

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Wilderness Davison's

A classic safari camp in Zimbabwe’s iconic Hwange.

Come for the abundant wildlife, stay for the incredible sense of belonging. Wilderness Davison’s in Hwange National Park captures the true spirit of an African safari, where crisp mornings, warm afternoons, breath-taking sunsets and fireside chats set the day’s tempo. Experience exceptional game-viewing across all seasons in a wildly beautiful environment.

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Davison's moments

Named after the first warden of Hwange National Park , Davison’s offers a timeless, classic safari experience. Delight in the authentic nature of this wild place, where animals roam freely and the true spirit of an African safari prevails.

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Davison's moments

Named after the first warden of Hwange National Park , Davison’s offers a timeless, classic safari experience. Delight in the authentic nature of this wild place, where animals roam freely and the true spirit of an African safari prevails.

Accommodation

Nestled in a grove of false mopane trees, nine, airy en-suite tents, including a family unit, make up the accommodation at Davison’s. Inspired by the natural palette beyond the camp, African décor and earthy tones create a calm, authentic atmosphere. From the vantage point of your tent, gaze out over the waterhole where a procession of wildlife comes to slake their thirst.

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Cuisine

At Davison’s, dishes are created from fresh produce grown locally, a celebration of indigenous grains and fruits. Savour a sundowner and local snacks at one of Hwange’s pans, then gather around the fire in the boma while dinner cooks over the flames.

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THE DETAILS

Wilderness Davison's

Have a refreshing dip in the swimming pool after a morning of thrilling safari activities. Spend time on the main area’s upper deck, a prime vantage point for spotting herds of buffalo, zebra and elephants. Share the day’s stories around an open fire, before turning your attention to the heavens as the Milky Way puts on its nightly stellar performance.

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Your presence matters

Just by visiting Davison’s, you become part of an ambitious project to monitor and protect Hwange’s elephants. On game drives, keep your ears and eyes open for our collared elephants, which provide vital information about migratory patterns. Search for herds of buffalo, prides of lion, leopards, cheetahs, any of the nearly 100 other mammal species found in the park, and which we help conserve.

Family room

Create memories with your loved ones, enjoying our family-friendly accommodation.

Pool

Cool off between game drives in the swimming pool.

Wi-Fi

Stay in touch with friends and family back home and share your safari sightings.

Area

At an expansive 14,651 km² (roughly half the size of Belgium), Hwange is Zimbabwe’s largest national park. The Linkwasha-Makalolo Private Wilderness Area in the park is exceptionally diverse, with teak woodlands, golden savannah, and Kalahari sands. In summer, the Ngamo Plains near camp heave with plains game, followed closely by predators.

Purpose

Your presence matters

Just by visiting Davison’s, you become part of an ambitious project to monitor and protect Hwange’s elephants. On game drives, keep your ears and eyes open for our collared elephants, which provide vital information about migratory patterns. Search for herds of buffalo, prides of lion, leopards, cheetahs, any of the nearly 100 other mammal species found in the park, and which we help conserve.

Facilities

Family room

Create memories with your loved ones, enjoying our family-friendly accommodation.

Pool

Cool off between game drives in the swimming pool.

Wi-Fi

Stay in touch with friends and family back home and share your safari sightings.

Wildlife

Area

At an expansive 14,651 km² (roughly half the size of Belgium), Hwange is Zimbabwe’s largest national park. The Linkwasha-Makalolo Private Wilderness Area in the park is exceptionally diverse, with teak woodlands, golden savannah, and Kalahari sands. In summer, the Ngamo Plains near camp heave with plains game, followed closely by predators.

Activities

Experiences

Davison's experiences

Experience an early morning guided walk at Davison’s. Smell the petrichor - the unmistakable scent of African soil after rain - count the toes in a fresh leopard track left in the sand, feel the warmth of the sun on your skin. Cruise off-the-beaten-track Hwange in search of big cats and rare antelope, or get a behind-the-scenes look at real-life conservation with the Scorpion Anti-Poaching Unit.

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Hides

Is there anything more thrilling? Observing wildlife just inches away, from the safety of our strategically placed hides.

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Birding

Birding with a knowledgeable Wilderness guide is spectacular across all our regions, with 930 different species for twitchers to tick.

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Conservation experiences

Rewild. Protect. Conserve. Wilderness combines unforgettable wildlife encounters with positive impact experiences.

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Local culture

Learn. Share. Enrich. Wilderness offers unforgettable cultural experiences across eight African countries.

Local Culture

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Guided walking safaris

Slow down and pay attention to the smaller details of the safari experience on a walking safari with our professional guides.

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Davison’s is positioned in one of Hwange National Park’s most wildlife-rich regions within the Linkwasha-Makalolo Private Wilderness Area. Davison’s is situated in south-eastern Hwange, where a tremendously diverse environment, coupled with year-round availability of water, means the region teems with elephants, and antelope and their predators.

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Journey with Wilderness

Explore Zimbabwe’s iconic Mana Pools, navigate the mighty Zambezi by canoe, and get up close to Zimbabwe’s wildlife in richly diverse Hwange National Park. Wherever you safari with Wilderness, expect a journey beyond your wildest dreams.

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Davison's awards

Camp awards

The hard work of our teams on the ground at Davison’s and the communities we work alongside have been recognised through numerous awards. And we couldn’t be prouder.

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Certificate of Excellence 2019

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GUEST EXPERIENCES

Testimonials from fellow safari-goers

With a perfect 5 star rating from 152 reviews, guests consistently praise Davison's Camp for exceptional wildlife viewing, dedicated guides, and luxurious accommodations. Read what fellow safari-goers have to say about their unforgettable experiences at Wilderness Davison's Camp. Read more reviews on TripAdvisor.

The most amazing and beautiful place I have ever been!

"I believe there is no place of the world like Davison’s Camp, a Camp where you are able to see thousands of elephants right in front of the Camp, drinking and playing in the water, while being safe all the time. The Hwange is an extraordinary national park and our guide Thabo was so nice and informed about everything of the savana. We saw lions eating, breastfeeding, cheetas, hyenas, giraffas and many more animals. The room is so comfortable with a beautiful view. Last but not least, the staff is the nicest staff we could ask for. Really, they are so careful, nice and fun. The food is like eating in a Michelin stars restaurant, it’s really impressive (and said from an Italian). The water is safe and filtered all across the Camp. Thanks from the deep of my heart to all staff, I will never forget you."

Maria Sole Bozzi | Italy

★★★★★

The most amazing experience!

"We had the most three magical days in Davison’s Camp. This place is special: the staff, the view and the food are all amazing! We have done different safaris in Africa but this was definitely the best one. Our guide Thabo showed us the most magnificent scenes during the game drives and even in front of the camp you get to see different animals all day long. Michelle, Sunny, Maurice, Leroy and the rest of the staff are the kindest and most professional people! A special mention also to the chef who prepared amazing meals from the pancakes at breakfast to the grills at night."

Angelica B

★★★★★

Best safari ever

"There are no words that will ever express how amazing our stay was at Wilderness Davison's camp. My husband and I spent 12 days in Africa for our honeymoon and our first stop was at Davison's camp. We spent three nights here and everyday was better than the last. The staff truly were the nicest people we've ever met. They were so helpful, kind, and extremely accommodating. Additionally, the food was some of the best food we've ever had. The spreads for breakfast, lunch, and dinner were absolutely amazing and delicious! We never had a bad meal and were never hungry!"

Samantha A

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Davison's featured stories

Hwange is the beating heart of Zimbabwe, with a safari legacy that stretches back decades. Enjoy a collection of stories from this wild and wonderful, unforgettable safari destination.

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