Musango Safari Camp
Musango Safari Camp is an exclusive owner-run camp set on its own private island just off the shoreline of the Matusadona National Park on Lake Kariba. It also has its own 6,700 hectare private concession which has a significant population of wildlife as well as beautiful scenery. The island is fenced to keep out hippos, crocs and elephant, making it very safe for children.
Accommodation & Facilities
The accommodation at Musango comprises six twin rooms under thatched roofs with en-suite bathrooms and two larger honeymoon suites built of stone and thatch with their own private plunge pools. The family room is positioned closest to the main dining area for convenience. Additional beds can be added and if necessary a separate large domed safari tent can be pitched alongside to facilitate additional teenagers who may want to be near to their parents but not in the same room. The maximum capacity for the family tent is four inside and with the additional tent a further two beds. The camp has a spacious and very comfortable main building with a bar, dining room and lounge downstairs, and a library and sitting room upstairs, as well as a pool with good views across the lake.
Eating & Sleeping
Children can have separate meal times. The chef is happy to discuss the children’s preference on your arrival and provide accordingly. Specific dietary requests can be accommodated with prior notice.
With prior warning a listening /babysitting service provided by female members of staff can be arranged if parents would like to dine later than the children.
Wildlife & Activities
Musango has some superb guides who will take guests on game drives, walking safaris, boat trips, fishing trips, and walks to see fossil beds and sites of historical interest . The area offers an abundance of wildlife including elephant and buffalo as well as a prolific birdlife.
Specifically for children …
There are specially trained staff and guides to keep the kids entertained and they are committed to ensuring that children have a fantastic introduction to true wildlife. The camp prides itself in having a safe environment but still with true raw wildlife to enjoy. Children’s activities include:
• Woodland walks.
• Dinosaur fossil hunting.
• Exciting fishing (lifejackets provided).
• Visit to the local village Musampa to meet and learn about the Tonga people.
