About

Where Passion Meets Wilderness

Daka camps are designed to offer a seamless blend of wilderness and comfort, where every detail reflects a deep respect for nature and place. From the moment you arrive, the camp invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and truly settle into the rhythm of the bush. Relax as the sounds of the wilderness fill the air, while enjoying thoughtful touches and a personalised service that ensures your stay is as comfortable as it is unforgettable.

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Our ecosystem

Our Partners

We are proud to work alongside an inspiring network of partners who share our passion for conservation, community, and sustainable tourism. Whether it’s local artisans, wildlife researchers, or conservation organisations, these collaborations enrich the guest experience and help us protect and preserve this extraordinary ecosystem.

Our Community

We believe that our presence in Hwange should create lasting value for the people who live here. That’s why we invest in local employment, skills development, and educational opportunities—ensuring that the benefits of tourism flow directly into the surrounding communities, fostering pride, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

Our Planet

Every decision we make is guided by a commitment to protect the planet. From minimising our footprint through solar energy and sustainable building practices to supporting habitat restoration and wildlife protection, we aim to preserve this wild corner of Zimbabwe for future generations—both human and animal alike.

Our team

Ian Batchelor

Owner/Director, Private Guide

Ian Batchelor

Owner/Director, Private Guide

Ian Batchelor

Owner/Director, Private Guide

Ian Batchelor

Owner/Director, Private Guide

Mike Thorne

Owner/Director

Mike Thorne

Owner/Director

Mike Thorne

Owner/Director

Mike Thorne

Owner/Director

Jeremy Richards

Camp Manager

Jeremy Richards

Camp Manager

Jeremy Richards

Camp Manager

Jeremy Richards

Camp Manager

Mongiwethu Mkwananzi

Reservations

Mongiwethu Mkwananzi

Reservations

Mongiwethu Mkwananzi

Reservations

Mongiwethu Mkwananzi

Reservations

Nathascha Xisto Das Neves

Senior Executive Chef

Nathascha Xisto Das Neves

Senior Executive Chef

Nathascha Xisto Das Neves

Senior Executive Chef

Nathascha Xisto Das Neves

Senior Executive Chef

Oren Sibanda

Chef

Oren Sibanda

Chef

Oren Sibanda

Chef

Oren Sibanda

Chef

Harris Kanhukamwe

Learner Guide

Harris Kanhukamwe

Learner Guide

Harris Kanhukamwe

Learner Guide

Harris Kanhukamwe

Learner Guide

Francis Ncube

Front of house/Housekeeping

Francis Ncube

Front of house/Housekeeping

Francis Ncube

Front of house/Housekeeping

Francis Ncube

Front of house/Housekeeping

Freedom

Houskeeping

Freedom

Houskeeping

Freedom

Houskeeping

Freedom

Houskeeping

EXPERIENCE TRUE WILDERNESS

Lose yourself in the wild, trace the ancient paths of roaming wildlife, and breathe in the rich scents of sun-warmed grass, earth, and open sky.

EXPERIENCE TRUE WILDERNESS

Lose yourself in the wild, trace the ancient paths of roaming wildlife, and breathe in the rich scents of sun-warmed grass, earth, and open sky.

EXPERIENCE TRUE WILDERNESS

Lose yourself in the wild, trace the ancient paths of roaming wildlife, and breathe in the rich scents of sun-warmed grass, earth, and open sky.

EXPERIENCE TRUE WILDERNESS

Lose yourself in the wild, trace the ancient paths of roaming wildlife, and breathe in the rich scents of sun-warmed grass, earth, and open sky.