Sinamatella

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

One of the park's key areas, recommended for exploration on longer stays of five nights or more.

Places in Sinamatella

Waterhole-view lodge dining Dining at lodges overlooking waterholes for game viewing from your veranda.

Best time to visit: July to October (prime dry season) for waterhole game viewing, with September and October best for elephant encounters; November to April (green season) brings lush scenery, newborn animals, and excellent birding.
Getting around: From Victoria Falls, Main Camp is 190km (2.5 hours) via the A8 highway; charter flights land at Hwange airstrip near Main Camp, with scheduled flights from Harare to nearby Hwange town airport.
Currency: US Dollar ($) and Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG)
Language: English (official); Shona and Ndebele are widely spoken.
Timezone: CAT (UTC+2)
Current trends: Hwange's waterhole-centric ecosystem, driven by its lack of major natural rivers, continues to define its safari appeal, with lodges increasingly built directly overlooking pumped waterholes for veranda-level game viewing, while properties range from family-friendly options like Camelthorn Lodge near Main Camp to exclusive private-concession luxury at The Hide Safari Camp.

Main Camp — The park's primary hub, near Camelthorn Lodge and the Hwange airstrip, 190km from Victoria Falls.
Private concessions — Home to The Hide Safari Camp, a pinnacle of luxury lodging nestled deep in the park for exclusive access.