Elephant's Eye, Hwange

The main area is made up of three airy, thatched buildings that look out over a central fire pit, some neatly cut grass and floodlit waterhole just beyond. The central double-storey structure is home to the bar downstairs and a small viewing deck upstairs. The simple lounge (with a well-stocked bookshelf) and a smart dining room are off to each side. The swimming pool not only provides a cool spot to watch the goings-on at the waterhole during the day, but serves as a waterhole for dozens of elephants that frequent it each evening for a drink. The Jwapi Spa is close by for those who wish to indulge in some therapeutic luxury.

Eight raised, tented chalets are well spaced along the fringes of the woodland, each with an excellent view of the waterhole. The spacious bedroom has a high thatch roof , which helps keep it cool during the summer, as well as a wood stove fireplace for the cold winter nights. The ensuite bathrooms have deep bathtubs (with great views of their own) and outside showers that make you one with the elephants. Rooms are modern with a minimalistic style but have all the amenities you'll need, and some.