Explore Magical Mana Pools
Step into Bushlife Safaris, created by award-winning guides Nick and Desirée Murray, whose decades of experience have created a safari experience unlike any other. Our camps are uniquely positioned directly on the Zambezi River, the only operation in Mana Pools with this rare privilege. From your room, elephants wander by, hippos call through the night, and each dawn washes the river in quiet, golden light. It’s an immersive, authentic Mana experience found nowhere else.
Here, the wilderness is not something you drive to find — it surrounds you.
Vundu Camp
Vundu Camp offers the classic Mana Pools safari at its most extraordinary—set right on the banks of the Zambezi River, where wildlife moves effortlessly through camp. With spacious chalets, personalised guiding from one of Mana’s most experienced teams, and front-row access to elephants, wild dogs, and riverfront game, Vundu delivers an authentic, and adventure-rich safari that guests return for year after year.
Little Vundu Camp
Little Vundu Camp is nestled beneath ancient riverine trees, offering effortless safari living, exceptional guiding, and a conservation-backed experience where elephants wander past your tent and the Zambezi River flows just steps away. It can be hired for exclusive use and it combines privacy and comfort with unbeatable riverfront wildlife encounters—making it one of Mana Pools’ most intimate and immersive safari escapes
Bushlife Safaris: where adventure, conservation, and hospitality unite.
At Bushlife Safaris, every moment is an intimate encounter with the wild, tailored personally to each guest’s schedule and interests. Experience thrilling walking safaris that bring you safely close to wildlife on foot, or glide silently along the river on canoeing safaris, passing elephants feeding in the shallows. Our game drives follow the natural rhythms of Zambezi wildlife, while photographic safaris let you capture extraordinary riverfront moments. Guided by passionate, expert guides deeply committed to conservation, you’ll enjoy delicious meals woven seamlessly into the daily adventure—whether a sunrise coffee in the bush or a starlit dinner by the water—creating an unforgettable journey that protects and celebrates this pristine wilderness.
Conservation & Commutiy
Founded by Nick and Desirée Murray, Bushlife Safaris is more than a safari company — it is a living commitment to conservation at the heart of Mana Pools National Park. Their passion for protecting Zimbabwe’s remarkable biodiversity shapes every aspect of the camps, safaris, and guest experiences.
Through Bushlife Conservancy, they work closely with local communities, partner with conservation organizations, and champion initiatives that empower residents to safeguard their natural heritage. Every safari with Bushlife supports these efforts, allowing guests to experience the Zambezi wilderness while contributing directly to the preservation of one of Africa’s most treasured ecosystems.
Reviews & Socials
“From the moment we arrived at Vundu Camp, we knew we were in for something special. The camp’s location makes you feel truly connected to the wild without ever compromising on comfort.
The guiding was exceptional: Mark’s knowledge, vast experience, calmness, and passion for the bush made every walk both safe and utterly thrilling.
It was also deeply inspiring to see the conservation work being done by Nick and Des. Their dedication to protecting this remarkable wilderness is evident everywhere, and it adds another powerful dimension to a stay here.
We will absolutely be back—for more walks through the jesse bush and more time in this extraordinary corner of Africa.” TripAdvisor Review 2025
