Safaris with Varden Safaris

Aug
03
2011

Kopje Tops

Explore the wilderness from the comfort of Kopje Tops. Deep in the heart of the mountains, head out for a few hours or the whole day.

Accommodation is in 6 chalets scattered at the base of Kopje Tops, sleeping up to 12 guests all with full ensuite and hot showers.

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Jul
23
2011

Explorer Safaris

If you want to experience what it was like for the early explorers sleeping on a mountaintop or on the sandy floor of a cave, this safari is a must for you. You will feel the wind in your face, the proximity of the bush and the calls of the wild all around.

On the …

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Jul
23
2011

Bat Caves

A more rustic yet very comfortable bush camp situated a day’s ride from Kopje Tops camp. After a long day in the saddle you will appreciate the hot bucket showers, comfy beds and wholesome, freshly prepared meals. Our staff will take care of your every need. Set above the Tingwa River Bat Caves is a …

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Jul
23
2011

Tingwa Valley

The Tingwa Valley safari is more a concept than a fixed itinerary. It means you stay at Kopje Tops Lodge or Bat Caves camp and do not camp out in the wilds of the bush as on an explorer safari. The riding also tends to be a bit easier than on the Explorer.

All our …

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Jul
23
2011

Horse and hippo

Undoubtedly, the Mavuradonha Mountains are one of Zimbabwe’s hidden treasures (even to locals) – a little known area of pristine bush situated only 180 km due north of Harare. This stunningly beautiful wilderness area of some 600 square kms has been, and still is, totally unpopulated since the Bushman and Monomatapa Empires.

Geographically, the Mavuradonha Wilderness …

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