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Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite

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Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite
Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite
Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite
Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite
Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite

About

Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite provides accommodation on the banks of Lake Kariba at the mouth of the Rifa River in Charara National Park.

Accommodation

Five chalets and two self-catering campsites. Chalets: Garwe, Mvuu, Hungwe, Mhofu and Nyathi. Chalets except Nyathi include en-suite bathrooms, minibars, tea and coffee facilities, river views and wooden decks. They feature wood-and-brick construction under thatch. Campsites each provide toilet, shower, fireplace, barbecue and two 3.5 m² slate platforms for tents.

Facilities

Facilities include main dining and bar area partially overlooking the river, main deck extending into the Rifa River for fishing, central gaming and chill-out area, animal viewing points, boma and fire pit, braai and BBQ facilities, nature walks with game rangers, curio shop, galleries and wildlife photo gallery.

Location & Surroundings

Hippo Paradise Lodge & Campsite is on the banks of Lake Kariba at the mouth of the Rifa River in Charara National Park. Abundant wildlife includes a large hippo population along the river and lake, plus sightings of elephant, buffalo, lion and African crocodile. Birdlife includes hornbill and marabou stork.

House Rules

Check-in: 12:00
Check-out: 10:00
Pets: Not allowed

Rooms

Garwe Classic Chalet

This large chalet has two bedrooms each with twin single beds and one with an extra single bed. It has 2 private bathrooms and a sitting area. The chalet opens to a river-facing deck.

Single x 5
From
US$200

Mvuu Comfort Chalet

This large chalet has two bedrooms each with twin single beds and one with an extra single bed. It has 2 private bathrooms and a sitting area. The chalet opens to a river-facing deck.

Single x 5
From
US$200

Hungwe Honeymoon Chalet

This romantic honeymoon suite is ideal for two people but has lots of space. It contains a king-size bed and an open-plan en-suite bathroom with a separate bathtub and a shower. It opens to a deck tha

King x 1
From
US$150

Nyati Standard Chalet

This chalet has two bedrooms, the first with 2 single beds and the second with a single bed. It has a bathroom with a shower. This chalet also has a small kitchenette and a seating area.

Single x 3
From
US$160

Mhofu Basic Chalet

This comfortable chalet has a queen-size bed, a seating area, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The chalet opens to a river-facing deck with outdoor furniture. It is set close to the reception.

Queen x 1
From
US$150

Mapere 6-sleeper Campsite

This campsite is located in a secluded and bushy part of the property with adequate privacy. It has use of a toilet and shower facility and a braai/barbecue facility. Guests can bring their own tents

From
US$30

Makudo 4-sleeper Campsite

This campsite is located in a secluded and bushy part of the property with adequate privacy. It has use of a toilet and shower facility and a braai/barbecue facility. Guests can bring their own tents

From
US$30

Standard Double Room

These standard double rooms each contain a double bed, a lounge area, and an open-plan en-suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower. Each room opens to a deck with outdoor furniture.

Double x 1
From
US$120

Location

Features

Riverside Location

Activities

Fishing Wildlife Viewing Nature Walks With Game Rangers

Facilities

Swimming Pool Wi-Fi Free Parking Laundry Service Children's Play Area Room Service

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