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Nico Roets
Visited:
October 2010
Reviewed: Aug 16, 2011
Magical Mana
Mana Pools is my favourite wildlife park in Africa. It is one of the few places in Southern Africa where one can still experience the 'old' Africa. The setting next to the mighty Zambezi is spectacular. The daily visit by elephant and Cape buffalo in camp and by predators at night is unrivalled. The bird life is varied and birding is excellent.
Alexander Bramly
GB
Visited:
September 2010
Reviewed: Sep 21, 2011
20-35 years of age
The Zambezi river adds so much to this scenic area and the highlight for me was watching hippos only a few meters away as the sun set.
Zimfreak
Visited:
October 2010
Reviewed: Sep 21, 2011
Mike
Visited:
December 2004
Reviewed: Sep 28, 2011
Luke Brown
Visited:
August 2013
Reviewed: Nov 29, 2013
Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mana Magic!
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companies have light aircraft that can access Mana Main, Dandawa or Chikwenya airstrips all within the vicinity of the national park. There is a dirt road into Mana Pools from the main Makuti-Chirundu tar road. Depending on whether this has been graded or not will determine how long this section takes. If it has not been graded for a while then the trip can take up to 4 hours due to severe corrugations. It is advisable to travel this road in a 4x4. There are only one or two companies that offer road transfers. Most people that drive in are self drivers. It is possible to canoe the river with a reputable canoeing company. Trips range from a few days up to nearly two weeks and this is determined by the stretch of river you run between Kariba dam wall and Kanyemba. A popular stretch is the 4 day, 3 night canoe trip from Chirundu to Mana Pools. Mana Pools is in a remote area of the country, which has meant that it has remained pristine, adding to its already renowned fame for excellent game viewing. A visit to this park is a must for any African wildlife lover.
Jason
AU
Visited:
April 2012
Reviewed: Mar 13, 2014
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Mana pools has always been a special place for me to visit, the scenery is unique and the wildlife is amazing . The rare beauty of mana pools is what makes me want to visit again.
Liam
GB
Visited:
September 2014
Reviewed: Nov 9, 2014
Email Liam | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mana Magic
Mana Poolsis is one of the most interesting and wonderful reserves in Southern Africa. I have now been 3 times and each time has been magical in it own way. Mana Pools is not easy to get too, it is a 4 hour drive from Harare, if you have to take everything you need with you and unless you are staying in private camp the accommodation is basic, but adequate. However all these things add to the charm on Mana. It is also one of the few reserves you are able to walk around without a guide. This is an amazing experience, if you feel up to doing this and are careful. To me it is not only one of the best reservesit is my favourite place in the world!
Mark Linton
ZW
Visited:
April 2015
Reviewed: Apr 20, 2015
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very scenic, diversity of wildlife in a fantastic setting, good guides
JACQUELINE
GB
Visited:
November 2025
Reviewed: Nov 20, 2025
Email JACQUELINE | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible
NYAMATUSI MAHOGONY
The camp was first class, the food wine were superb, the game drives were exciting and our young female guide Nomsa was extremely knowledgable and found lots of animals foe us to view in fact we saw the big five in one days drives . the walking safari and canoe safari allowed us to see the game form a different perspectuve and get closer to the animals. I would highly recommend the camp and the area.
thepaperchef
CA
Visited:
September 2010
Reviewed: Oct 2, 2011
20-35 years of age
Highlight of the country, without a doubt. Stunning river scenery and unparalleled wildlife, with the best canoe safari guides in the world at Natureways. Hands-on safari, with tent set-up and paddling, but plenty of time to relax and take photos. Food was too good--we gained weight!! Would recommended above all else.