Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

With the Zambezi escarpment as its backdrop, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is located on a hill overlooking the game-rich shorelines of the vast Lake Kariba - one of the world's largest man made lakes. The lodge is easily accessible by light aircraft and boat and is the ideal location at the start and end of a Zimbabwe safari tour, or just to recharge your batteries partway through. The pace of life here is slow but still rewarding.

The lodge is situated on a private wildlife conservation area and also in close proximity to the Matusadona National Park. Both are home to lion, the occasional leopard and big herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as a multitude of different plains game. The area also offers incredible birdlife with hundreds of recorded species.

During your stay here, spend your days cruising on the water and watching the wildlife come down to the waters edge to drink, head out on a walking safari or go on a game drive in search of the resident lions. Guests can also indulge in superb fishing in the lake, with bream and tiger fish in abundance.

Cultural excursions are another activity. The African Bush Camps Foundation is committed to partnering with local communities, and this area is home to the Tonga, who have resided here for centuries. They have preserved ancient traditions and still live a largely subsistence lifestyle that is reliant on fishing, livestock and small scale farming. In the village of Chalala these customs have melted together with the inevitable infiltration of modern life, but the luxuries of a permanent electricity and water supply to homes are still absent, leaving the communities still largely reliant on the surrounding environment for their livelihood. With a guide, guests can visit the various projects the ABC Foundation is involved in here, including the local school and health centre.

There are a total of 10 rooms, all with balconies and uninhibited views over the lake. In addition there is also the private 2 bedroomed Baobab Villa, which consists of a living room, bar, indoor and outdoor dining decks, and comes with a private butler, safari guide and vehicle.

At the heart of Bumi Hills is the beautiful infinity pool that is surrounded by a terrace bar, an al fresco restaurant, lounge area and games room, and spa. The lodge is set on different levels so there are a few steps to climb.

Rates Include

All meals; beverages (except premium imported spirits and champagne); 2 activities per full day; emergency medical evacuation insurance; return shared road transfers from Bumi Airstrip; National Parks Fees; the Conservation levy; and a laundry service are included.

Children Policy

Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on walking safaris. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

General Information For Guests

All of the rooms have en-suite bathrooms with indoor/outdoor showers and a bathtub. They also have air conditioning, a mini bar, hairdryer, fans, full charging facilities and a private viewing deck.

Two of the rooms can be turned into interleading rooms if required.

The Baobab Villa has 2 en-suite bedrooms, a private lounge and private viewing deck. The second bedroom also has a day bed, so the entire Villa can sleep a family of 5 if required. Guests staying here also enjoy the services of a private vehicle and butler.

The lodge has a large infinity pool, viewing deck, bar area, lounge, games/entertainment room, library, gym and a spa. 

Activities that are available at Bumi Hills include game drives (morning, afternoon and night), boat excursions, fishing (catch and release), walking safaris, cultural visits, birding and sunrise or sunset cruises, and star gazing. 

The spa offers a variety of different massages and treatments (additional cost).

Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided.

A laundry service is included.

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is open all year round.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on walking safaris. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

Popular Alternatives to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

These are the top properties booked by people who considered staying at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, but for one reason or another booked a different property. It may have been that Bumi Hills Safari Lodge was not available on the nights they wanted to stay, or they decided that somewhere else was better suited to their budget or itinerary.

If you're not sure which place might be best for your own trip then either give us a call or get in touch via the website, and we'd be delighted to run through the options with you.