The Zimbabwe Independent

Fun-filled holiday at comfortabl­e campsites

- WiFi; WiFi Eighty sleeper single beds; Mosquito nets; Daily housekeepi­ng; WiFi available throughout camp; Bed linen; Pillows and pillow cases; and Charging power points in tent areas. Limited.

Caribbea Bay

LOCATED in the resort town of Kariba, home to Africa’s third largest manmade lake, this state of the art glamping facility can accommodat­e 70 guests.

‹is location is the ideal base from which to explore a unique part of Zimbabwe or just enjoy a sun filled vacation in relaxed comfort.

‹e campsite affords you the opportunit­y of watching the sunset over majestic Lake Kariba, a renowned sight acclaimed by many a visitor to Kariba.

‹e campsite is located in the grounds of the magnificen­t Caribbea Bay Resort which is a mere 15km from the local airport and 3km from the Kariba Dam wall, which borders Zimbabwe and Zambia. It is located an easy four hours drive from the capital city — Harare — through the scenic Kariba National Park.

An extensive range of guest facilities is offered to all our campers, including:

 Braai facilities and service kitchens;

 Terrace Restaurant A La Carte Lunch and Dinner;

 Communal wash-up area with stunning views of the Lake;

 Bar Open from 10am to 10pm;

 Charcoal and wood available at a small fee;

 Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Lake Kariba;

 Deck Bar;

 Compliment­ary

 Activities Desk;

 Same day Laundry;

 Two swimming pools;

 Protected by an electric fence;

 Convenienc­e store;

 Curio shops with local ware

 Supa Tube;

 24-hour security guard on site; and

 Doctor on call in case of emergency.

Great Zimbabwe Hotel

Nestled on the Great Zimbabwe Hotel grounds, a stone’s throw from the world Heritage site — ‹e Great Zimbabwe monuments, is the Great Zimbabwe Hotel campsite.

‹e campsite is designed to offer convenienc­e to camping enthusiast­s and the budget traveller. Equipped with crisp clean linen on comfortabl­e camp beds, mosquito nets and in-tent lighting, this is a fi rst of its type in Masvingo.

Evening relaxation is aided by discussion­s around bonfires provided on the Boma at the centre of the campsite, or quiet moments enjoyed on the garden chairs on our well-manicured lawns.

Guests have a choice of cooking for themselves at the braai area provided or enjoying the resident chef’s culinary skills.

‹e campsite bathrooms allow the campers to enjoy hot water showers at any time. accessibil­ity from all points at the campsite allows our guests to stay connected to loved ones and sharing experience­s in real time.

Campsite guests have the luxury of enjoying some of the hotel facilities including but not limited to swimming pool, restaurant and bar, tennis court and laundry services.

Facilities available to campers

 Bathrooms (with both hot and cold water) and toilet facilities;

 Barbacue / braai areas, outside bonfire with canvas chairs;

 Kitchen sink wash up and ironing areas;

 Tables and garden chairs;

 Overland vehicle parking facilities;

 Restaurant and bar;

 Swimming pool and tennis court;

 Same day laundry;

 Gift shop;

 Twenty-four-hour hotel reception and security; and

 A doctor-on-call in case of emergency

Amenities

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The camping life at Great Zimbabwe Hotel.

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