Where is Bumi Hills Safari Lodge and how do I get there?

Bumi Hills overlooks Lake Kariba in northern Zimbabwe on a private wildlife conservancy. Access is typically by light aircraft to Bumi Hills Airstrip followed by a short game drive transfer.

What is the accommodation like?

Ten luxury suites plus the two bedroom Baobab Villa, all with air conditioning and private decks. A signature infinity pool appears to merge with the lake.

What safari activities are offered?

Day and night game drives on the private conservancy, guided walking safaris, boating safaris, sunrise to sunset lake cruises and catch and release fishing. Seasonal birding excels.

What wildlife can I see?

Elephants, buffalo and big cats along the shoreline, plus hippo and waterbuck around the lake. Sightings benefit from flexible pacing on the conservancy and set regulations in nearby Matusadona National Park.

Is there a wellness or family offering?

Yes, a spa and gym, relaxed lounges with Wi Fi and a family friendly Ngwana Club. Private deck dinners, bush breakfasts and picnic lunches can be arranged.

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Perched high above Lake Kariba on a private wildlife conservancy, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge pairs cinematic views with varied land-and-water safaris. Ten luxury suites and the two-bedroom Baobab Villa enjoy air-conditioning, private decks and a showpiece infinity pool seemingly merging with the lake. Game drives, guided walks, boating and catch-and-release fishing reveal elephants, buffalo and big cats along the shoreline. Night drives and flexible pacing are possible on the conservancy, distinct from neighbouring Matusadona National Park.

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African fish eagle perched on a dead tree, clear blue sky at Lake Kariba near Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Zimbabwe

Lantern-lit sunset deck at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge with expansive Lake Kariba views, Zimbabwe

Quick facts
Private reserve
Infinity pool
Night drives
Lake cruises
Ngwana club

Sunset fire pit deck with panoramic Lake Kariba views at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Zimbabwe

Highlights & Activities.

Morning, afternoon and night game drives trace the Kariba shoreline for elephants, buffalo and big cats, with flexible pacing on the conservancy. Guided walking safaris deepen bushcraft; boating safaris, sunrise–sunset lake cruises and catch-and-release fishing add water-level perspectives. Seasonal birding excels. In-camp comforts include a spa, gym, infinity pool, games room and Wi-Fi-equipped lounges. Enjoy private deck dinners, bush breakfasts and relaxed picnic lunches. Cultural tours can be arranged. Families benefit from Ngwana Club activities; photographers appreciate flexible pacing and vehicle charging points. Star-studded evenings gather around the fire for sundowners, stories and stargazing.

Upper deck lounge and dining area of the Lady Jacqueline houseboat at golden hour, Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

Region information.

Bumi Hills overlooks Lake Kariba, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes, with game-rich shorelines and wide island-dotted views. The lodge sits on the Bumi Hills private conservancy, where activities include day and night drives, walking safaris, boating and fishing. Nearby Matusadona National Park, managed by African Parks, covers roughly 1,400 km² along Kariba’s southern shores and protects elephants, buffalo, lion and lakeshore species like hippo and waterbuck. In the park, activities follow set regulations, while the conservancy allows added flexibility. Access is typically via light aircraft to Bumi Hills Airstrip with a short game-drive transfer.