Too much algae in the duck pond

Too much algae in the duck pond

Feb 13, 2025

Our duck pond at the Gobelo Farm in Hwange had been thriving. A perfect ecosystem where fish, ducks and dragonflies lived in harmony. The fish kept the water clean, the ducks floated (and splashed) ab

Tholakele, the weaver that fell from the sky

Tholakele, the weaver that fell from the sky

Feb 06, 2025

Like we always say, Gwango Elephant Lodge wouldn’t be what it is without its daily dose of unexpected surprises. In fact, we start getting suspicious when nothing unusual happens.

Four little wonders

Four little wonders

Jan 23, 2025

Life at Gwango is always brimming with surprises. Well - today we have news that has us jumping for joy! Our flamboyant peafowl residing at the pond for the past two years has hatched four adorable,

Great warthog escape

Great warthog escape

Jan 16, 2025

“Just another day here at Gwango Elephant Lodge”, is probably what our housekeeping team thought as they diligently spruced up the Lion’s Lair Tree Top Villa - where there’s a front-row seat

Greenhouse dream at Gobelo Farm

Greenhouse dream at Gobelo Farm

Jan 09, 2025

If you’ve ever doubted life’s ability to thrive against the odds, step into the Gobelo Farm greenhouse - a bold experiment proving that with curiosity, care and… sponge pieces, even the stubborn

The Lords and Ladies of the lodge

The Lords and Ladies of the lodge

Dec 19, 2024

When Elisabeth was gifted two peacocks - a regal male with his shimmering train and a demure female with quiet charm - it felt like Gwango had inherited a slice of royalty. Their home, nestled beside

From branch to bounty (Spinach tree)

From branch to bounty (Spinach tree)

Dec 12, 2024

It all began with a simple, sturdy branch - a small gift from a friend to Elisabeth. Planted in the Kalahari sands, that branch has since blossomed into a flourishing grove of Chaya trees at Gobelo

Mutohwe fruit (Snot Apples)

Mutohwe fruit (Snot Apples)

Dec 05, 2024

Yep, “snot apples.” Sounds…well, less than appetising, right? You might even chuckle at the name - we don’t blame you. I mean who came up with that, anyway?? Don’t let the name fool you thou

Cicada serenade at Hwange

Cicada serenade at Hwange

Nov 28, 2024

Cicadas, like Platypleura haglundi, are in full symphonic force this November at Gwango Elephant Lodge. Unlike their 13- or 17-year counterparts in the US, these Zimbabwean musicians emerge annually,

Art of sausage-making at Gwango

Art of sausage-making at Gwango

Nov 21, 2024

At Gwango, sausage-making is a celebration of farm-fresh ingredients and hands-on craft. It all begins right here on the farm, where high-quality, well-raised meats are carefully prepared. First, we d

Great walls of Gwango

Great walls of Gwango

Nov 07, 2024

When we first arrived at Gwango, we set up two tents. There was no electricity, no running water - just the raw, wild embrace of the African bush and a whole lot of rubble around a rickety old tree ho

Kings of Hwange | Cecil’s legacy

Kings of Hwange | Cecil’s legacy

Oct 31, 2024

Hwange National Park is a bit like a wildlife version of Game of Thrones (minus the dragons, plus some rather big cats with impressive manes). Here, lion kings like Cecil and his band of legendary suc

The early rain

The early rain

Oct 24, 2024

It finally happened! After weeks of dry, dusty days, the skies above Gwango have gifted us with the first rains of the season - a bit earlier than usual, but nature here is always full of surprises. T

A new life at Gwango

A new life at Gwango

Oct 17, 2024

What started as a regular day at Gwango Heritage Resort quickly turned into something we’ll be talking about for years! Nicolas, one of our front office team, was giving a camp orientation to new gu

Wild tracks of Hwange

Wild tracks of Hwange

Oct 10, 2024

Here’s a fun fact: ever wondered how coal, tourism and the great wilds of Hwange National Park all ended up intertwined? Well, let’s take a little trip down the railway line - literally!
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