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 Fa
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
Kings of Hwange | Cecil’s legacy
Oct 31, 2024Hwange 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
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
Wild tracks of Hwange
Oct 10, 2024Here’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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A swarm uncovered the snares
Sep 12, 2024Last month, we had some unexpected guests at the Gobelo Farm. The whole place was buzzing!!! Literally BUZZZZING! We were overrun by bees. Now, normally we’re all for nature getting up close and per
Walkways to our Tree Top Villas
Aug 01, 2024We always talk about how we built Gwango from nothing.. the Gwango estate was pure wilderness. But there was one distinct relic that we found.. Tell tale signs of a raised walkway, now shattered and r
River Horses in Hwange
Jul 25, 2024Hwange National Park is one of the rare places where thousands of species continue to thrive in their natural habitat, free from fences or the encroachment of human activity. At Gwango, our efforts ar
Gobelo farm
Jul 11, 2024Gobelo is more than just a community enterprise, it’s a vital part of us.. Established by the owners of Gwango, is not just about offering farm tours and dining experiences (though we do that pretty
The night sky
Jul 04, 2024At Gwango, we have the privilege of a wide and unpolluted night sky. When the stars come out, they reveal a universe of stories waiting to be told. Here, under the pristine skies, you can see the cosm
Ground Hornbill (Bucorvus Leadbeateri)
May 09, 2024So, if you happen upon the majestic Southern Ground Hornbill while trekking through the African wilderness, pause for a moment and reflect on the stories they carry within their wings.....perhaps, if
Waterhole at the deluxe chalets
Apr 25, 2024With this new addition, guests at Gwango can look forward to even more mesmerizing wildlife encounters right from the comfort of their chalets. Waking up from the sound and sight of majestic elephants
Water will be scarce this year
Mar 28, 2024The uncertainty of the year ahead serves as a sober reminder of the challenges ahead and the collective responsibility we bear in safeguarding the delicate balance of life in our wild space and beyond
New Kennels for Canine APU
Dec 11, 2017More and more Gwango guests ask to visit our Canine Anti-Poaching Unit - and if you've dropped in lately, you'll have seen the new kennels going up. We're constructing 6 dog kennels at Gwango Empuli V
Ranger leaves Gwango K9 Anti-Poaching
Nov 19, 2017Danny tends to want to open all the dog kennels so we can see all the dogs at once, rather than one at a time. What follows is a frenzy as each dog rushes out to say hello.