Little Makalolo - Zimbabwe - The Classic Safari Company

An Authentic Safari Retreat at Little Makalolo

Little Makalolo Camp is a hidden gem within Zimbabwe’s iconic Hwange National Park, renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and impressive elephant herds. This intimate, solar-powered camp features just six spacious tents, each designed with a blend of classic canvas style and modern comforts. Tents include both indoor and outdoor showers, en suite facilities, and a private veranda, allowing guests to feel fully immersed in the wilderness while enjoying privacy and tranquillity.

The main area comprises a welcoming lounge, dining space, and plunge pool, all oriented towards the camp’s active waterhole, where herds of elephant, buffalo, and plains game gather daily. A raised log-pile hide offers a safe and thrilling way to view wildlife up close, while the camp’s guides lead expertly curated experiences, including morning and afternoon game drives, nature walks, and evening safaris under the stars.

Little Makalolo is committed to responsible tourism, operating entirely off-grid and supporting local communities through conservation and education initiatives. Its location in a private concession ensures low guest density and exclusive access to some of the park’s best wildlife areas, where lions, wild dogs, sable antelope, and more can be encountered.

Ideal for adventurous couples or small groups seeking a raw yet refined safari, Little Makalolo delivers a deep connection to nature and authentic immersion in Hwange’s vast and untamed landscapes. With superb guiding, thoughtful hospitality, and an unbeatable location, it stands out as one of Zimbabwe’s most rewarding safari camps.

You will love

Unfenced camp with exceptional wildlife encounters
Overlooks a busy waterhole ideal for photography
Excellent guiding with walking safaris & hides
Intimate atmosphere with only six tents
Strong sustainability & conservation ethos

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Spacious luxury tent interior at Little Makalolo Camp, featuring a king-size bed, wooden furnishings, and outdoor seating, designed for an intimate safari experience in Hwange National Park.

Elephant in the foreground near a rustic hide, with guests observing wildlife in a lush, natural setting at Little Makalolo Camp, Hwange National Park.

Elephants drinking at a waterhole in Hwange National Park, showcasing the wildlife experience near Little Makalolo Camp, emphasizing biodiversity and natural beauty.

Intimate outdoor lounge and dining area of Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park, featuring solar-powered tents, wooden decking, and surrounding natural beauty, ideal for wildlife encounters and relaxation.

Lion and two cubs in Hwange National Park, showcasing the camp's exceptional wildlife encounters and biodiversity.

Deck with cozy seating and lanterns overlooking a serene sunset landscape, reflecting the intimate and luxurious atmosphere of Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park.

Couple enjoying a sunset view from the private veranda of Little Makalolo Camp, surrounded by lanterns and the expansive Hwange National Park landscape.

Spacious luxury tent interior at Little Makalolo Camp featuring comfortable bedding, stylish decor, and large windows overlooking the natural landscape, emphasizing a blend of modern comfort and wilderness immersion.

Silhouetted elephants walking at sunset in Hwange National Park, highlighting the camp's exceptional wildlife encounters and biodiversity.

Person in a hat observing lions in a savanna landscape, emphasizing wildlife encounters at Little Makalolo Camp, Hwange National Park.

Lions approaching a safari vehicle with a guide in Hwange National Park, showcasing wildlife encounters at Little Makalolo Camp.

Elephants wading in a waterhole with giraffes in the background, showcasing the wildlife diversity near Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park.

Spacious tent at Little Makalolo Camp, surrounded by trees, featuring modern comforts, outdoor seating, and warm lighting, emphasizing an intimate safari experience in Hwange National Park.

Intimate elevated sleep-out deck surrounded by trees, softly lit with lanterns, set against a twilight sky, reflecting the serene wilderness experience at Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park.

Elephant herd at a waterhole with safari guide and guest observing, highlighting intimate wildlife encounters at Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park.

Elephants walking near a safari vehicle in Hwange National Park, showcasing the intimate wildlife encounters at Little Makalolo Camp.

Safari vehicle parked under large trees with guests interacting in the wilderness of Hwange National Park, showcasing the intimate atmosphere and natural beauty of Little Makalolo Camp.

Interior of Little Makalolo Camp lounge area featuring modern furnishings, wooden accents, and views of the surrounding wilderness, emphasizing luxury and comfort in a remote safari setting.

Giraffe drinking water at a waterhole in front of Little Makalolo Camp, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing the camp's intimate wildlife experience in Hwange National Park.

Elephants gathered near a waterhole, showcasing wildlife encounters at Little Makalolo Camp in Hwange National Park, emphasizing the camp's intimate safari experience.

Intimate outdoor seating area at Little Makalolo Camp, featuring wooden chairs around a fire pit, surrounded by lush trees and a serene evening ambiance, emphasizing the camp's unique wilderness experience in Hwange National Park.

Woman interacting with two young girls in traditional attire, showcasing cultural exchange and community engagement in a safari setting.

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