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At a glance

  • Eight beautifully appointed suites with private plunge pools and decks with breathtaking views
  • Located in the 130,000-acre Malilangwe Private Wildlife Reserve, home to one of the world's highest concentrations of endangered black rhino
  • Rough-hewn architecture, thick walls and detailed stonework are reminiscent of Great Zimbabwe
  • Five-bedroom exclusive-use villa with private infinity pool - ideal for families
  • Spend time in the photo hide to capture incredible wildlife photos

Overview

Pamushana Lodge is perched high on a sandstone ridge, with spectacular views over the Malilangwe Dam and lush forests beyond. Rough-hewn architecture, thick walls and stone detailing are evocative of the Great Zimbabwe ruins and extensive decks and living spaces maximise the connection with the surrounding natural beauty.

When to visit

  • January
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    191mm
    Average Rainfall
    January is in the peak of the green season, with hot sunny spells punctuated by spectacular afternoon thunderstorms, providing welcome relief from the summer heat. Birding is excellent at this time of the year with many migrants in their breeding plumage. The landscape is green, lush and breathtakingly beautiful, though wildlife viewing can be a bit more challenging due to the thicker vegetation and increased surface water. This is breeding season so expect to see plenty of newborn animals.
  • February
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    180mm
    Average Rainfall
    February falls into the green season in Zimbabwe and the peak of the rainy season. Days are hot and humid and rain is possible on most days, usually in the form of spectacular thunderstorms in the afternoon. The landscape is lush and green, making game viewing more challenging as animals retreat into thicker vegetation. Expect to see lots of newborn animals and lots of migrant bird species. There are excellent photographic opportunities thanks to great light, vivid colours and dramatic skies.
  • March
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    16ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    99mm
    Average Rainfall
    March remains warm and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Vegetation is lush green and thick making it more difficult to spot wildlife. There is still an abundance of newborn animals around and bird watching is fantastic; many birds are in their breeding plumage and migratory birds are still present.
  • April
    29ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    14ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    29mm
    Average Rainfall
    April sees Zimbabwe emerge from the rainy season, making many of the national parks accessible again. Temperatures start to cool down, although days are still warm with evenings noticeably cooler. Afternoon thunderstorms are still to be expected but are less frequent. This is the last month of summer bird watching before the migrants start their journey north.
  • May
    27ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    10ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    2mm
    Average Rainfall
    Expect pleasant, dry, sunny days with cooler nights and early mornings, meaning it's best to bring layers for those early morning game drives. The visibility in the bush improves as the foliage starts to thin out and animals begin to gather around the diminishing water sources, making game viewing easier.
  • June
    25ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    6ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    2mm
    Average Rainfall
    June sees the onset of winter in Zimbabwe. Days are still pleasantly warm, however temperatures at night and early in the morning can get down to freezing, so take plenty of layers. June also signals the start of the dry season and there is almost no rainfall throughout the month. Waterholes start to dry up and animals start to move towards more permanent sources of water, making for some excellent and varied game viewing.
  • July
    25ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    6ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    0mm
    Average Rainfall
    July is the peak of the dry season. Daytime temperatures are mild, however evenings and early mornings can be freezing in some places, so plenty of layers are recommended. Landscapes are less lush making it much easier to spot wildlife. Large herds of elephants gather around permanent water sources and there is plenty of predator action.
  • August
    25ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    6ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    0mm
    Average Rainfall
    Days are sunny and mild without a cloud in the sky, though nights are very cold so layers are a necessity. The land is dry and game viewing is spectacular, with animal herds gathering around permanent water sources.
  • September
    32ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    13ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    1mm
    Average Rainfall
    Daytime temperatures are on the increase but evenings are still cool with layers recommended. September is another dry month and game viewing is excellent. Water is still scarce so animals congregate in large numbers around permanent water sources.
  • October
    33ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    17ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    27mm
    Average Rainfall
    The season gets progressively drier and hotter and temperatures can reach up to 40 degrees but the game viewing at this time of year is unrivalled. Dry grass and leafless trees make wildlife much easier to spot with impressive wildlife concentrations at the waterholes.
  • November
    32ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    64mm
    Average Rainfall
    November heralds the starts of the rains, which tend to come as sudden thundershowers in the afternoons, providing welcome relief from the intense heat. Evenings can still be chilly, so it's advisable to carry a fleece with you. The start of the rains brings greener landscapes and thicker vegetation. Many animals start to give birth and the birding is excellent, with many summer bird migrants present in their breeding plumage.
  • December
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    175mm
    Average Rainfall
    December sees the return of the green season, with plenty of rain and lush, green landscapes. Days are hot and humid and evenings mild. Game viewing is still good and you'll see plenty of newborn babies. Bird watching is at its best, with many migrants in their breeding plumage.

Location

Singita Pamushana is located in the 130,000-acre Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve in the south-eastern corner of Zimbabwe, bordering Gonarezhou National Park. There are scheduled charter flights from Johannesburg to Buffalo Ridge Airport on Mondays and Thursdays. Buffalo Ridge Airport is approximately a 45-minute drive from the lodge. Charter flights can also be arranged to land at Lonestar Airstrip, 12 minutes form the lodge.