RUCKOMECHI

Game drives during the day and at night reveal the diversity of the ecosystem, while nature walks bring guests close to the natural world and its inhabitants. Each of Ruckomechi's ten tents comes with views of the river, and the Zambian shores of Lower Zambezi National Park on the far bank. Shaded beneath the branches of native ana trees, vast rooms sit on raised wooden platforms and are equipped with everything required for a comfortable stay in Africa's remote wilds. King-size beds hung with billowing mosquito nets sit alongside rustic furniture made from local wood, and stylish bathrooms feature porcelain twin vanities and rainforest showers. At the heart of the camp, there is a welcoming communal area where guests convene with sundowners and after-dinner drinks around the firepit under starlit skies. You may even encounter elephants vsiting the camp.

SUITABLE FOR:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Wildlife lovers
• Those seeking to get fully off-the-beaten-track

THINGS TO DO AT THE LODGE:

• Observe elephants walking through the immediate surroundings of the camp
• Take in the views of the Great Rift Valley and across to Zambia
• Enjoy a relaxing soak in the freestanding tub looking out over the Zambezi
• Settle in around the firepit for a night-cap under the stars
• Opt to spend a night on sleep-out in the star bed, for an unforgettable night in the bush

THINGS TO DO NEARBY:

• Take a serene canoe trip or riverboat safari along the Zambezi River
• Keep a lookout for hippos partially submerged in the reed-filled waters
• Seek out lions, leopards, hyenas and wild dogs on memorable game drives
• Learn more about the flora and fauna of the region on a guided bush walk