Zimbabwe Camps & Lodges
Ruckomechi Camp, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
A Luxury Tented Camp in Zimbabwe
Camp Details
Enjoy access to one of Zimbabwe’s most productive game-viewing regions, the riverine belt of iconic Mana Pools. Find adventure in the floodplains on a game drive in search of wildlife, or canoeing or tigerfishing on the Zambezi River. Or on foot, taking in the pristine beauty of this wild, wonderful place.
Elephants are frequent visitors at Ruckomechi, tempted by the nutritious albida trees that shade the camp. Make yourself at home, as they do, between the en-suite rooms, the main area and the swimming pool. End the day the way days have ended in Africa for centuries; around a camp fire, under the stars, listening to nature’s soundtrack of frogs, crickets and jackals…
WHY CHOOSE RUCKOMECHI CAMP?
- Excellent wildlife viewing in the concession and National Park, with hippo, buffalo and predators often sighted
- A favourite amongst guests: an outdoor ‘bath-with-a-view’ in a secluded, scenic spot
- The albida trees dotted through camp are beloved by elephants for their tasty pods
Questions about Ruckomechi
What is the bath with a view?
An outdoor bath set in a secluded, scenic spot is a long-standing guest favourite here, and it is exactly what it sounds like: a soak with the Zambezi valley in front of you. It tends to be one of the things people remember about Ruckomechi.
Why do elephants come through camp?
The albida trees dotted through camp drop nutritious pods that elephants love, so they are frequent visitors, moving between the en-suite rooms, the main area and the swimming pool on their way to the river. Hippo, buffalo and predators are often seen in the concession and park.
How does Ruckomechi differ from Little Ruckomechi?
The main camp accommodates younger children, from six years, whereas its smaller sister starts at thirteen unless taken on sole use. Both share the same Mana Pools activities of game drives, canoeing, tigerfishing and walking, with canoeing from sixteen and boating from six.
Activities
Ruckomechi Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 June - 19 November | – | US $ 1464 |
| 2026 | 1 April - 31 May | – | US $ 1035 |
| 2026 | 1 June - 19 November | – | US $ 1464 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Ruckomechi Camp rates include –
- Accommodation
- all meals
- twice daily scheduled camp activities
- park fees
- laundry
- all local drinks
Excludes premium imported brands and champagne
Questions about Ruckomechi
What is the bath with a view?
An outdoor bath set in a secluded, scenic spot is a long-standing guest favourite here, and it is exactly what it sounds like: a soak with the Zambezi valley in front of you. It tends to be one of the things people remember about Ruckomechi.
Why do elephants come through camp?
The albida trees dotted through camp drop nutritious pods that elephants love, so they are frequent visitors, moving between the en-suite rooms, the main area and the swimming pool on their way to the river. Hippo, buffalo and predators are often seen in the concession and park.
How does Ruckomechi differ from Little Ruckomechi?
The main camp accommodates younger children, from six years, whereas its smaller sister starts at thirteen unless taken on sole use. Both share the same Mana Pools activities of game drives, canoeing, tigerfishing and walking, with canoeing from sixteen and boating from six.
Activities
Child Policy
- Children aged 06 years and older are accommodated.
- For families travelling with children between 06 and 12 years of age, private activities need to be booked and paid for.
- Children up to 16 years must share with an adult/s in the same tent.
- The minimum age for walking activities is 13 years and for the canoe activities it is 16 years.
- The minimum age for boating activities is 06 years.
Questions about Ruckomechi
What is the bath with a view?
An outdoor bath set in a secluded, scenic spot is a long-standing guest favourite here, and it is exactly what it sounds like: a soak with the Zambezi valley in front of you. It tends to be one of the things people remember about Ruckomechi.
Why do elephants come through camp?
The albida trees dotted through camp drop nutritious pods that elephants love, so they are frequent visitors, moving between the en-suite rooms, the main area and the swimming pool on their way to the river. Hippo, buffalo and predators are often seen in the concession and park.
How does Ruckomechi differ from Little Ruckomechi?
The main camp accommodates younger children, from six years, whereas its smaller sister starts at thirteen unless taken on sole use. Both share the same Mana Pools activities of game drives, canoeing, tigerfishing and walking, with canoeing from sixteen and boating from six.
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