The time we spend together
Jul 09, 2017We know that planning a holiday can be overwhelming! When traveling to Zimbabwe, the more you know before you travel – the more you'll get out of your trip.
When we are not on Safari with you...
Jan 25, 2016If you've been to Gwango, you know that we are all about earth friendly "outside-the-box" ideas - which is why we are excited to invite you to help us challenge the kids in our area to innovate!
Moments Enjoyed from a Tree Top Villa
Dec 13, 2015With elephants nearby, we watch the sun fade in astonishment as a massive buffalo herd makes a surprise arrival. Later in the night, we are woken by the impatient roar of lions.. then the piercing how
Prosciutto and Red Wine Pairing
Nov 08, 2015For years, Danny has been telling me stories of his grandfather's proscuitto. Tonight, a surprise of proscuitto and red wine from our Spanish guests. This is one of the most delightful, delicious, and
More Great Reasons to Escape To Hwange
Sep 20, 2015We can never predict the moments in the wild - but, here are some more great reasons to book your next African safari with Gwango!
An Unexpected Responsibility
Sep 19, 2015On this day my Danny spent the evening negotiating lobola for a young man who works for us here at Gwango.
One of Africa's finest new wildlife destinations
Mar 29, 2015It's really quite simple - Zimbabwe should be at the top of everyone's list of holiday destinations. This is a magnificent, vibrant country with impressive national parks and welcoming people. And, if
Mngane, a surprising new friend at Gwango
Jan 19, 2015While we are enjoying many priceless moments on safari with friends from across the globe, our most memorable experience so far this year was a surprise visit at the lodge by an elephant who we have n
Celebrate our Grand Opening, visit Gwango
Oct 26, 2014To celebrate our grand opening, visit Gwango, one of the most astonishing destinations in all of Africa, where you'll enjoy a wide array of accommodations - from our exclusive high-end lodge, to an ol
Why your next safari should be in Hwange
Aug 01, 2014Zimbabwe is still the jewel of Africa! The country offers safari experiences second to none with a vast array of affordable and unique destinations. Here are some of the reasons why your next safari s
We're building Gwango Elephant Lodge
Jun 01, 2014May has been a busy month for us at Gwango. Our team in the bush has grown to almost 30 builders, a plumber, a carpenter and several new lodge staff, mostly hired from communities surrounding Gwango.
Large crowds turn up for Gwango job interviews
Apr 28, 2014Large crowds turned up at Dampa Secondary School to interview for jobs at Gwango. We expected to spend four hours interviewing candidates, but instead stayed until well into the evening hours until ev
Five lions ambush a kudu bull at Gwango
Apr 22, 2014Easter was no ordinary holiday at Gwango! Five lions ambushed a large kudu bull, right near one of our new Tree Top Villas. This sort of wild commotion is not unusual at Gwango, the big cats and other
Thirsty elephants in Hwange
Nov 19, 2013One of Gwango's top priorities is safeguarding and increasing water access for the wildlife in Hwange. Zimbabwe's Presidential Elephant herds visit our waterholes often and elephants are among the man
Meeting our neighbours in the Hwange bush
Oct 19, 2013With so much wilderness around, who wants to work all day? We spent some time exploring the bush and meeting some of our neighbours in the wilderness surrounding Gwango Elephant Lodge in Hwange, Zimba