Hideaways Africa has expanded beyond their traditional safari lodges, welcoming an exciting new addition to their portfolio with the launch of Hideaways Mariners Moon —a stunning beach villa along the Garden Route in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. Perched above Lookout Beach, this family-friendly retreat allows guests to enjoy the beauty of South Africa’s coastlines, offering breathtaking views…
Hideaways Africa is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its portfolio, Hideaways Mhara River Camp, located in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe. Officially joining the Hideaways family on August 20th, this exceptional camp offers an unparalleled wilderness experience on a remote, private, and previously unexplored concession. About the camp Located in Mana Pools National Park,…
Hideaways Africa is proud to announce that Hideaways Nantwich Lodge has been recognized in Tripadivsor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024. This recognition places Hideaways Nantwich Lodge in the top 10% of hotels worldwide, reflecting our commitment to exceptional guest experiences and sustainable tourism. The Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award celebrates accommodations that consistently receive authentic traveler…
In an exciting development, Hideaways Africa proudly announces its official takeover of Bumbusis Wilderness Camp’s reservations, sales and marketing, marking a significant expansion within its esteemed Hideaways Collection. Effective February 22, 2024, all bookings and reservations for Bumbusi Wilderness Camp will seamlessly transition to the capable hands of the Hideaways Africa team. The dedicated team…
Hideaways Africa is delighted to introduce their new German website, a result of relentless efforts to create a user-friendly platform for exploring their exclusive eco-lodge collection throughout Southern Africa, spanning Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia. View their German Website here: https://hideawaysafrika.de Their commitment to providing exceptional service and catering to the unique needs of their clients…
Hideaways Africa, a leading provider of African safari experiences, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with five safari camps in North and South Luangwa, Zambia. These camps include two main camps accessible by plane or road transfer, and three walking camps that can only be reached on foot. This partnership will bring to life…
The Hideaways team is thrilled to announce that Hideaways Camp Kuzuma has undergone some exciting changes, and our newly refurbished lodge is now ready to welcome guests. As we continually strive to deliver excellence to our guests, we’ve implemented some key updates to enhance their experiences with us. We take great pride in sharing that all our luxurious tents…
Hideaways, the renowned hospitality brand, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sulet Burger-Prinsloo as its new head, marking an exciting chapter in the brand’s journey. Sulet’s unwavering commitment and dedication to Hideaways for the past 10 years have been truly remarkable, making her the ideal choice to lead the company into the future. Having…
Hideaways Nantwich Lodge the ultimate destination for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, is thrilled to announce its latest addition – “The Hidden Eye” a brand new safari hide. Situated on the pristine Nantwich concession, overlooking a watering hole, the hide promises an unparalleled experience for guests. Seamless Integration with Nature Designed with utmost respect for…
Hideaways Mogotlho Safari Lodge, a distinguished property under the renowned Hideaways brand, is proud to announce a series of significant improvements aimed at elevating the guest experience. With a steadfast commitment to upholding the exceptional standards associated with the Hideaways brand, Hideaways Mogotlho Safari Lodge has recently completed two upgrades that are set to improve wildlife encounters…
The Hideaways team is thrilled to announce the appointment of our new lodge managers at Hideaways Camp Kuzuma in the Chobe Region, Botswana. Please join us in welcoming Arno and Adele, a dynamic duo with a shared passion for Africa and a deep appreciation for the wonders of nature. Arno brings a wealth of experience…
The new year has seen some exciting changes within our Hideaways portfolio! In addition to our own lodges and camps, we’ve added a selection of partner properties that are privately owned and managed independently, in order to provide the absolute best experiences for our clients. These partner properties share the same values and views on eco-philosophy…
Hideaways is very excited to announce the unveiling of a new garden cottage at Elephant’s Eye Tented Camp in Hwange, Zimbabwe. This secluded spot is wonderfully private and ideally suited for a romantic getaway – think honeymoon, special anniversary celebrations or even a proposal… The cottage is hidden away from the eight tented chalets by…
Hideaways is proud to announce two of the lodges in our portfolio have received the prestigious Travelers’ Choice award for 2022, from TripAdvisor. Nantwich Lodge in Zimbabwe and Mogotlho Safari Lodge in Botswana have been recognized for consistently delivering great service and based on guest reviews. This makes them part of an exclusive group on TripAdvisor,…
Hideaways Elephant’s Eye Tented Camp in Hwange, Zimbabwe is starting 2023 with a brand-new outlook on the safari landscape after a soft refurb and upgrades across the board. The camp was Hideaways’ first hand-built eco-lodge in Zimbabwe in 2013. VIEW GALLERY From the beginning, “touching the earth lightly” has been at the heart of all…
NEW FLIGHT OPTIONS: Hideaways is pleased to announce some positive progress for Zimbabwe-bound travellers. Fastjet has confirmed their partnership with Mackair and will offer daily internal seat rate flights connecting East and West, from March 2023. This means that country-wide travel across Zimbabwe’s top destinations will be easy, frequent and more affordable than before. Imagine the delight in planning a journey…
Incredible sunsets, thrilling game viewing and birdwatching, and lots of rest and relaxation await on your 2 or 3-night Lake Kariba houseboat safari with Hideaways aboard the Sovereign Houseboat. Moored at Binga, the Sovereign is fully equipped with everything you will need for the Zimbabwe houseboat safari. The 10 air-conditioned, en-suite cabins are spacious, with…
Pay for 7, stay for 9 Experience Zimbabwe and Botswana your way, and get 2 nights free with this Hideaways Pay Stay Safari Special. Design an itinerary of 9 nights or more, combining any of our Zimbabwe and Botswana lodges (including a houseboat on Lake Kariba!) and pay for only 7. Get two nights free…
Lazuli Private Villa Special Stay for 3 and receive the 4th night free! Discover the magic of Lazuli Bush Lodge with this incredible Hluhluwe accommodation offer. Stay 4 nights and only pay for 3! The spectacular iSimangaliso Wetlands Park and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve are within easy reach of Lazuli, a family-friendly private villa, and offer guests the perfect safari and KZN beach…
Kariba Safari Lodge is the ultimate relaxation station; the perfect reprieve for before or after a safari. Situated on a mountainside with panoramic views over the vast waters of Lake Kariba, the property and its surroundings encompasses a very special and unique Zimbabwean experience. Set in the largely unknown eastern basin of the lake, Kariba…
For those who missed our first Hideaway’s ‘Beyond the Lodge’ episode of 2022, we invite you to click here to explore the wild landscapes of Mana Pools National Park. From its Zambezi River life source to its blue forests and intimate animal encounters, Mana Pools is the definition of untamed Africa. Managing Director Garth Jenman talks…
Empowerment is the word along the animal corridors at Hideaways Mogotlho, Khwai River. Guides Roy Ngele and Keoikagetsa Mphoyamodimo recently attended and graduated from the African Guide Academy, enhancing their skills as well as their careers. During the course, the guides learn the mastery of tracking wildlife on foot, identifying the more intricate aspects of…
Broadening its horizons, Hideaways welcomes new properties across Zimbabwe to its portfolio. Zimbabwe’s charm resonates from one side of the country to the other, its rich and varied landscapes irresistible to the safari aficionado. One may satiate a myriad of travel appetites by exploring the country with Hideaways, each property offering its own particular personality.…
Wildlife as we know it, as well as the rangers who protect our wild spaces, are both at risk of becoming endangered. With the economic repercussions of Covid-19, salaries and funding for anti-poaching initiatives have dried up – along with sustainable solutions. With families of rangers destitute and animals helpless, the fire is fueled to…
An unforgettable safari experience is choreographed from the heart, a value shared between directors Garth Jenman, Hideaways, and Brett Mcdonald, Flame of Africa. It is these values that formed the foundations of a partnership between the two, joining forces and visions to create exceptional African getaways. CEO Katja Quasdorf hosted the conversation stage by interviewing Garth…
The fragility of our environment is multi-layered, as is our potential for positive impact through conservation projects. Involvement with such initiatives as CWF are not only imperative for anti-poaching, but extend to conservation awareness through forest and fire management in order to protect natural spaces and our wildlife. The Conservation Wildlife Fund (CWF), founded in…
The animal kingdom lives on the edge of crisis. Every day presents life and death situations in which, in order to survive, one needs to be awake, alert and aware. Dr Ian McCallum encourages us to, like wild animals, expect anything and assume nothing. This tool will help you too, to survive in crisis. Reiterating…
Reflection, hindsight and adaptation are the principal words on the universal streets at the moment. By attempting to strategise for an uncertain future while trying to find answers in a familiar and certain past, we often find ourselves stumped. However, in this excavation of ideas and strategies, in the midst of absolute uncertainty and crisis,…
Our fundamental connection to the environment is necessary for our survival after enduring the last months’ of change. Through this time of economical, ecological and emotional turmoil we have endured an extraordinary amount of experiences and shifts in the personal and psychological realm. In our search for meaning during this global pandemic, we seem to…
Katja: “When creating ‘Spoken Letter to the Travel Tribe, I was put on the spot by the talented videographer and editor of Rewild, Alistair Danes, with questions so important and meaningful that I struggled to find the words. You know when you get nervous just because what you are doing and trying to communicate means so…
“Eco tourism can potentially do something meaningful in the world, and to do that we need to understand humans and the psychology of experience better, to understand the issues of conservation better.” Dr Simon King In the pursuit for facts, understanding and adaptation to perpetual change, CEO Katja Quasdorf reconnects with Dr Simon King, IUCN…
From her home and her heart to yours, Hideaways CEO Katja Quasdorf shares words of solidarity and inspiration as we go forward, together. In the shared passion for Africa and the love of travel, Katja empathises with all member of the travel tribe, as we accompany each other through this journey. In reflection and gratitude…
Recreational exposure and environmental awareness are now irreversibly connected in the world of travel. The conservation and sustainability arena, extensively supported by community conservation tourism, confronts trying times in the ongoing Covid-19 Situation. Without the flow of clients, funds decrease substantially. To support the incredible work accomplished in our National Parks, honouring past efforts and…
Innovative travel is at the heart of Hideaways. Safari specialists have designed an entirely new route which encompasses the best of Hideaways’ Hwange and Chobe properties and experiences, celebrating connected travel on a fresh and immersive safari. Starting and ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, the trip is comprised of properties carefully selected for their interactive…
It’s much more than the location, wildlife, bespoke accommodation and landscape that makes the Hideaways experience so life-changing. An incredibly important component of our guests’ safari holiday is the personalities and capabilities of our incredible staff. The characters of Camp Kuzuma each play an important role in the experience of our guests and we would…
Victoria Falls has developed into a bustling hub with far more on offer than the classic bucket list of tourist attractions. Most Hideaways Safari Collection itineraries have a free afternoon in Victoria Falls and while most visitors will stick to the well-trodden tourist trail, there is a host of lesser-known gems for those in-the-know. Our…
Nantwich is officially open and taking bookings. Now that Nantwich is ready for guests (but currently closed for the rainy season) we are happy to provide our updated Rate Sheet which has all the information about what is included and excluded, as well as the difference in price for Green, Mid and High season. The talented team and…
An Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) is a vital resource in the fight for conservation. They do important groundwork that prevents and minimises the impact of poachers. Elephant’s Eye, Hwange’s APU is made up of a serious group of men who aren’t the most talkative bunch, but who do know their job is meaningful, purposeful and crucial.…
Hideaways ‘is going Botswana’. Camp Kuzuma in Botswana will be joining the Hideaways collection of life-changing experiences. The luxurious and secluded Boutique Tented Camp is a true hideaway, and the firm and real commitment to eco-tourism and providing a green travel experience is what makes this safari experience an unapologetically real fit for the Hideaways…
Tony Park is the renowned international author of Africa based thrillers such as Scent of Fear and Far Horizon. The Australian author spends large parts of the year in southern Africa researching and writing his books, some of which have become bestsellers. Tony has a special connection with Hwange National Park, and has even based…
The area around Hwange National Park is made up of a mosaic of wildlife-related land use and low human habitation, forming what is known as a ‘buffer zone’ which provides significant protection. However, this buffer zone faces threats from legal and illegal hunting of wildlife. Conservation and Wildlife Fund, of which Hideaways is a founding…
Hideaways knows that making memories can start from a young age already and that sometimes seeing our children experience new sights and sounds is even more rewarding than experiencing it ourselves. We are happy to announce that Zambezi Truth has introduced special rates for children so that more families can share in this memorable experience.…
What does a historic wine farm in Cape Town have in common with a bespoke eco-lodge in Zimbabwe? You may think it’s a commitment to providing their patrons with a divinely indulgent experience where attention to detail and exceptional service are key, and while that may be true, the actual link is stronger and more…
The Grow Africa Foundation is part of Hideaways and an accelerator for the sustainable upliftment of the local communities of the areas we operate in. The foundation strives to instill a sense of purpose and pride for Hideaways’ employees, clients, and partners. One of the ways we do this is by overseeing and assessing various…
A Hideaways holiday is all about providing a bespoke experience for our guests. Sometimes this means making some necessary adjustments to our lodges so that some of our differently-abled guests are still able to have the holiday of a lifetime. One of our recent guests to Rio Azul had a dream come true when he snorkelled for the first…
It is usually the largest most well-known parks of Africa that top most people’s bucket lists, including Kruger, Maasai Mara, Okavango and the Serengeti, all destinations renowned for offering thrilling wildlife experiences. But there is another undiscovered gem to be added to the list: Hwange National Park in the northwest corner of Zimbabwe. Some critics…
Last year Elephant’s Eye, Hwange introduced our Sponsorship Pledge, a pledge to sponsor a full year’s school fees for a child at Dingani Primary for every guest who stays 3 nights or more at Elephant’s Eye, Hwange. We are excited to announce that we will be extending this pledge for another year! In rural Zimbabwe,…
Did you know that since the 1994 release of the first The Lion King film we have lost 50 % of the wild lion population? This is a statistic that shocked most attendees of Hideaways’ conservation talk at a Belgium premiere of Disney’s new Lion King film, where CEO Katja was invited to speak on…
Hideaways’ goal is to positively and sustainably impact and support communities and people in the areas we operate in. In Zimbabwe, our lodge Elephant’s Eye, Hwange is part of the Dete community. In Dete, Dingani Primary School is severely under-resourced. More than 50 % of Dingani’s children cannot afford the yearly school fees. Unfortunately, a…
The Community Upliftment Experience at Elephant’s Eye, Hwange sees guests engaging with the local community in reality. We introduce guests to the entrepreneurial women behind the Thandanani Sewing Project and help engage with the headmaster at Dingani Primary School. This way, interested and open-minded safari travellers learn about the incredible resilience and generous spirit of…