THE CLUBHOUSE is our backpackers’ lodge built in traditional style with 'pole & dagga', thatched roofs, surrounded by indigenous trees. All the huts, the bar, swimming pool, restaurant area, hot water ablutions etc. have been built with local materials by the staff, utilizing local stones, clay, thatching grass, hand made bricks, wooden poles and timber, all sourced locally and built to perfectly blend with the surroundings and vegetation. Most of the major work, such as cutting and combing of thatching grass, brick moulding and collection of stones, are organized with the local people from the surrounding villages on a contract basis. The wooden poles that we use are bought from the local community when areas are cleared for traditional farming. Poles are never cut just for the purpose of building.
We offer camping, private rooms and dorms and are now building more en-suite chalets. All rooms are mosquito proofed and have fans.
The Clubhouse is set on vast green lawns (blue buffalo grass) with indigenous tall shady trees (Mopane, Wild Figs, Baobabs, Thorn Threes, Bushwillows etc.) where -if not busy in one of our activities- you can relax on one of our hammocks reading a good book, updating your diary, spotting the amazing bird life or observing the hippos in the water. The view is spectacular and there is always a refreshing cool breeze coming from the lake!
Our activities incluide a two hour guided crocodile farm tour (one of the largest commercial Nile crocodile farm in the world...a real must), tiger or bream fishing, sunset cruises, game viewing, game/bush walk on private islands, bird watching etc.
Guests can enjoy a fully stocked bar and swimming pool with stunning views, self-catering kitchen and BBQ facilities as well as delicious home made meals prepared by our cooks.
At The Clubhouse we also offer
Laundry service
Daily cleaning of your room
Luggage Storage
24-Hour Reception
Travel Desk/Travel Info
Lounge with Satellite TV
Free Parking
Free fruits from the threes (Bananas, Mangoes, Avocados, Papayas, Passion Fruit, Guavas etc.)…as long as you get there before the monkeys!
-Take a guided tour of one of the worlds largest
commercial Nile Crocodile farms (a real must in
Africa!)
-Boat cruise and bush walks on near by Maaze and
Mashapi Islands teeming with a variety of game
-Catch Bream for dinner or take on the challenge of
the notorious Tiger Fish
-Experience Kariba's world famous sunsets from the
deck of the "Langaula" cruise boat
-Spot some elusive species on a bird-watching walk
around the mainland nature reserve
-Spend a bit of time at the local market to see how
things work in the real rural Africa
-Watch the crews of the commercial "kapenta" fishing
boats in action at night
-Relax at the poolside or get stuck in a hammock
overlooking the water enjoying an ice cold drink
For an alternative try our Guesthouse accommodation at
Kariba Bush Club
