Camp Silwane has completed a significant redevelopment project, expanding its accommodation offering and enhancing safari infrastructure within its private conservancy bordering Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park.
The upgrade adds six new tented chalets to the property and refurbishes four existing units, bringing the camp’s total inventory to 10 tented chalets, including a family chalet. Three new safari vehicles have also been introduced as part of the investment.
Expanded capacity in private Hwange conservancy
Located within a 3,000-hectare private conservancy adjacent to Hwange National Park, Camp Silwane offers guests direct access to wildlife-rich areas without lengthy transfers.
The camp’s location allows safari activities both within the conservancy and inside Hwange National Park, providing experiences that include traditional game drives as well as night drives, extended afternoon safaris and off-road wildlife viewing, activities not permitted within the national park itself.
Three permanent waterholes within the conservancy attract a wide variety of wildlife year-round, including elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, hyenas and plains game.
Conservation and community partnerships remain central
The conservancy was established through partnerships with local communities, transforming former hunting land into protected wildlife habitat.
Tourism revenue supports conservation initiatives including anti-poaching programmes, water provision, habitat protection and environmental education projects, with guest stays contributing directly to ongoing conservation efforts.
The model reflects a growing trend across southern Africa towards community-supported conservation tourism that delivers both environmental and economic benefits.
Simplified pricing for trade partners
Camp Silwane has also released its 2027 rates, with national park fees now included in accommodation pricing to provide greater transparency for agents and travellers.
Peak season rates start from US$590 per person sharing, while green season rates start from US$390 per person sharing. Rates include accommodation, meals, beverages, safari activities and park fees. A once-off conservation area levy and airport transfers are additional.
The camp is promoting green season travel between January and March and again in November and December, when summer rainfall transforms the landscape, wildlife births increase and migratory bird species arrive in the region.
The completion of the redevelopment positions Camp Silwane as an increasingly competitive option for travellers seeking a value-focused safari experience in one of Zimbabwe’s leading wildlife destinations.
