Tent with plunge pool lit at dusk at Tembo Plains Camp, Mana Pools National Park
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Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

Tembo Plains Camp

At a glance

Children

6+

Maximum guests

12

Malaria

Malaria area

Family rooms

1 family tent + Zanji Suite (2-bedroom villa with private pool & private vehicle)

Private vehicle

Included with Zanji Suite

Why families love it

Tembo Plains Camp for families

With dedicated family accommodation, this camp is well-suited to those travelling with children from six years upwards. The two-bedroom Zanji Suite is an excellent choice for a family group, as it includes the use of a private vehicle. This option, along with the family tent, makes it a fine base for a multigenerational safari, and every suite benefits from its own private plunge pool.

Who it suits

Under 6

No — minimum age 6

Ages 6–11

Well suited

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Family units

Family facts

Family accommodation
1 family tent + Zanji Suite (2-bedroom villa with private pool & private vehicle)
Private vehicle
Included with Zanji Suite
Pool
Yes — private plunge pool per suite
Wi-Fi
Yes
Open season
1 Apr–20 Nov
Access
Fly-in (1.5 h Harare / 3 h Victoria Falls)

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Maximum guests
12

Family Tent

Private pool

The Zanji Suite

2 bedrooms · Sleeps 4

Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Safari Suite

4 available

1 bedroom

Private pool

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From USD 1,340 per person per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
01 Apr–31 May & 01 Oct–20 Nov 2026Guest Suite1 Oct 2026 – 20 Nov 2026USD 1,340per person per night
01 Apr–31 May & 01 Oct–20 Nov 2026The Zanji Suite (exclusive use, 2 bedrooms)1 Oct 2026 – 20 Nov 2026USD 6,435per unit per night
01 Apr–31 May & 01 Oct–20 Nov 2027Guest Suite1 Apr 2027 – 31 May 2027USD 1,455per person per night
01 Apr–31 May & 01 Oct–20 Nov 2027The Zanji Suite (exclusive use, 2 bedrooms)1 Apr 2027 – 31 May 2027USD 6,981per unit per night
01 Jun–30 Sep 2027Guest Suite1 Jun 2027 – 30 Sept 2027USD 2,105per person per night
01 Jun–30 Sep 2027The Zanji Suite (exclusive use, 2 bedrooms)1 Jun 2027 – 30 Sept 2027USD 10,106per unit per night

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 6–15 (sharing with adults (Guest Suite)): Child sharing with adults rate (6–15): US$670 pppn.
  • Ages 6–15 (Zanji Suite): Child rates do not apply; suite sold on exclusive-use basis (4 adults or family of 5).
  • Ages 6–15 (sharing with adults (Guest Suite)): Child sharing with adults rate (6–15): US$727 (Apr–May, Oct–Nov) / 1,052 (Jun–Sep) pppn.
  • Private vehicle available at extra cost (Zanji Suite includes private vehicle & guide).

Mandatory fees

  • Mana Pools National Park & Great Plains Foundation Conservation & Community Contribution: USD 108 per person (any age) per night · Payable in addition

Single travellers: US$670 single supplement*

Single travellers: US$727 single supplement*

Single travellers: US$1052 single supplement*

Typically included

  • Meals
  • Laundry
  • Game drives
  • Local drinks
  • Accommodation
  • Premium drinks
  • Airstrip transfers

Typically excluded

  • Park fees

Published rates, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age do children need to be to stay at Tembo Plains Camp?

The minimum age is 6. Detail: 6+.

What family accommodation is there?

1 family tent + Zanji Suite (2-bedroom villa with private pool & private vehicle).

Can we have a private vehicle?

Included with Zanji Suite.

Is Tembo Plains Camp in a malaria area?

Tembo Plains Camp is in a malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic before travelling.

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