Mkwaina keeps getting better
Jul 02, 2026Mkwaina Campsite at Gwango Heritage Resort has been part of Gwango's story from the very beginning. Even before any of the lodges were built, camping was how visitors first experienced Gwango. Over th
Chief Shana hosts Cultural Festival
Jun 04, 2026This May, communities gathered in Jambezi, Zimbabwe (located in the Hwange District, about 45 miles west of Victoria Falls), for one of the region’s most important cultural events. The Annual Cultur
Self-catering bungalows at Kule
May 07, 2026So many of the spaces on the Gwango Estate have slowly evolved over time. Many were one thing or a certain way at some point in the past, and now they are completely different spaces and at times some
Gwango at World Travel Market Africa 2026
Apr 09, 2026World Travel Market Africa returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre from April 13-15, bringing together travel professionals from across Africa and around the world. This year, Gwango
Gwango hosts the 2026 ELISA Business Summit
Mar 26, 2026Gwango was in conference mode last week as we hosted the 2026 ELISA Business Summit, welcoming over 150 attendees from across Africa and beyond. Most participants arrived a day early, settling in befo
Sage Leadership Retreat in Hwange
Jan 22, 2026This week, Gwango is hosting a Leadership Retreat for over 160 students for Sage Clubs, a school-based program that equips students with practical skills, confidence and opportunities to contribute po
Top 5 experiences you can only get in Hwange
Oct 30, 2025Hwange National Park is wild in the truest sense. Everywhere you look, you can feel and see that this is the animals’ home, which naturally brings a desire to respect and protect this place. No matt
History of the Nambya people
Jun 26, 2025There’s a story you’ll start to hear the more time you spend in Hwange. It’s not written down in most books, or talked about as often as it should. This one is usually shared quietly, with a ges
The people behind the magic
May 01, 2025At Gwango, nature is only part of the story. The rest? That’s written every day by the people who show up with quiet dedication, strong hands and open hearts.
This Workers Day, we’re shining a li
Gwango Tamarillo Estate
Apr 03, 2025Some places have a way of drawing you back. Gwango Tamarillo Estate is one of those places. It has been part of our story for years. This was once Elisabeth’s childhood home that was left untouched
A rolling hotel at Gwango
Mar 06, 2025Just when we thought we’d seen it all… Last week, Gwango hosted the biggest overland truck we've ever seen - a full-on hotel on wheels! With 33 guests on board, it was a mix of adventure and
Tholakele, the weaver that fell from the sky
Feb 06, 2025Like 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.
From branch to bounty (Spinach tree)
Dec 12, 2024It 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)
Dec 05, 2024Yep, “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
Art of sausage-making at Gwango
Nov 21, 2024At 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
A new life at Gwango
Oct 17, 2024What 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