5-Day Fly-In Mana Pools Safari

Mana Pools National Park is widely regarded as one of Africa's last true wilderness frontiers — a landscape of extraordinary drama where the Zambezi River meets ancient floodplains teeming with wildlife. This 5-day fly-in safari transports you from Harare into the very heart of this UNESCO World Heritage Site aboard a scenic light aircraft, eliminating long road transfers and maximising your time in the bush.

Your base for four nights is Jackalberry Camp, an exclusive luxury tented camp set along the banks of the Zambezi River within the celebrated Chitembe concession. With just a handful of tents nestled among riverine trees, the camp offers an intimate, immersive experience where the sounds of the wilderness are your constant companion. Facilities are outstanding — a thatched dining rondavel, private decks overlooking the river, and the warm hospitality of a dedicated safari team.

What sets Mana Pools apart from any other park in Zimbabwe is the remarkable range of activities on offer. Jackalberry Camp is uniquely privileged as the only camp licensed to operate powerboats inside the national park — giving guests unparalleled access to the river ecosystem and the ability to observe elephants crossing channels, monitor crocodile behaviour, and witness spectacular birdlife from a vantage point unavailable anywhere else.

Walking safaris in Mana Pools are legendary. With no vehicles between you and the wilderness, you connect with Africa on a deeply personal level — reading tracks, identifying plants, watching your guide navigate the terrain with quiet expertise. Combined with twice-daily game drives, birding excursions to famous pools including Green Pool and Long Pool, and optional tiger fishing, this safari delivers an extraordinary diversity of experiences. All meals, drinks (excluding spirits), and transfers are included, ensuring a seamless and truly carefree luxury escape.