Tucked away on a ridgeline in Hwange’s remote Sinamatella region, Camp Chitubu is the kind of place you find when you’re truly searching for wilderness. Overlooking a natural spring and open salt pan, the camp sits at the heart of prime big-game territory and offers access to the walking safaris that Zimbabwe is renowned for — slow, immersive journeys where every track and birdsong tells a story. It’s intimate, unfussy and wonderfully wild; mornings drift in with the dawn chorus, and evenings end under star-splashed skies with lions calling from somewhere out in the dark.




Set on raised platforms with canvas walls that peel open to the valley, the tents feel close to the bush in all the best ways. Inside, it’s simple, comfy and quietly stylish — a peaceful place to drift off after long days on foot or on game drive. Families are well looked after too, with a two-bedroom unit that shares the same sweeping views and easy, laid-back charm.
Walking safaris that get you properly close to the land and its stories.
Hwange can be surprisingly chilly in the mornings, especially up on the ridge — pack a warm layer for those early starts.
If you prefer a more polished, built-up camp, this might feel a touch too rustic, but for lovers of authentic, old-school safari, it’s an absolute gem.
Camp Chitubu can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Zimbabwe trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Zimbabwe trips featuring Camp Chitubu or get advice and suggestions from one of our Zimbabwe specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Camp Chitubu start from around $670, or US$670, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Spot enormous elephants and plenty of predators in Zimbabwe’s safari hotspot.