Mgwusi Safari CAmp

The Mgwasi Safari Camp

The Mgwasi Safari camp is a destination in itself. There is only one other small hotel (in Italy) that I would go back to just to stay there. It's not because it's sumptuous but it is exquisite. The bamas are thatched rood structures that have polished cement floors. Within the bama is a tented room that is zipped up every night away from night critters, both the flying and the footed variety. Each bama has a bathroom with toilets, sink, shower, foot faucet, hot and cold water- in short, all the amenities. The power is solar and the sleeping arrangements are superlative.

Real beds with good linens and pillows, seating areas, desk, rocking chair. Each bama also comes with it' s own porch which overlooks the river and so the animals that come to drink and stroll through. A hammock is a lovely place to take an afternoon nap and the lounging couches catch the breezes and provide a good place for reading or snoozing or just watching the animal and bird world go by. There is no fence around the camp so you are accompanied by staff members generally, who will pause should there be an elephant on the path. Gazelles, in the day roam the river and at time other animals. Night brings lions, hyenas, jackals and other uniquely African characters through but there are no worries.
Communal areas such as the dining area are peppered with art, natural treasures and lounging, created to catch the breeze. The staff is super. They are efficient, professional, and friendly. THey will answer any questions. Some have been part of the operation for decades. Their families are also

accommodated across the river. They are discreet and well trained. At the same time you feel that they are not subservient in the slightest. THey take pride in the job they do and do it well. Kanu, the bama tender folds laundry to rival the strictest 5 star hotel. And is rather famous for it to the many returning guests.
 It is clear that management works here as a labor of love as well as a source of professional pride. Erica, our South African General Manager was informative and charming. Stories of the camp, facts of the country and it's people were cornerstones of evening conversation.
And the evenings... Dinners were in a different place every night, always outside, always with a campfire to start the evening and kerosene lanterns placed in a wide arc around the area. Staff attended your every need, tables and chairs were set with linens and glass, candles and placemats so that when you help yourself down the buffet of the excellently prepared and creative food you feel as though you re an honored guest in a star filled first class restauarant.