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Where you'll stay | Hwange, Zimbabwe
Sable Valley
Eleven thatched rondavels in a private concession on the edge of Hwange National Park.
Sable Valley is the newest property in the Amalinda Safari Collection, set on a 15,000-acre private concession just outside the boundaries of Hwange National Park. Its 11 thatched rondavels sit beneath the trees, while the main area has sweeping views over the Dete Vlei, where elephants, buffalo and rare sable antelope are often seen.
Why we love it
What makes Sable Valley special
- An innovative underground hide for up-close, eye-level game viewing by day and night
- A 15,000-acre private concession bordering Hwange National Park
- Sweeping views over the Dete Vlei, visited by elephants, buffalo and sable antelope
- Night drives and walking safaris led by resident guides
- An intimate camp of just 11 thatched rondavels
- A portion of every booking supports The Mother Africa Trust's conservation and community work
Your room on this trip
Thatched rondavel
One of 11 traditional thatched rondavels set beneath the trees. The style is intimate, relaxed and boho chic, mixing traditional African decor with vintage pieces the owners have curated over time.
Around the hotel
Eating, relaxing and exploring at Sable Valley
Facilities and experiences
- Swimming pool
- Main area with lounge, bar and dining, looking out over the Dete Vlei
- Underground hide in front of the camp, used day and night, with Wi-Fi, camera charging points, a fireplace, a mini bar and several seating areas
- Treetop platform, plus further hides and platforms across the concession
- Sunken firepit
- Morning and evening game drives, either in Hwange National Park or on the private concession
- Night drives on the private concession
- Walking safaris with professional resident guides
Dining
Meals are served in the open-sided main area overlooking the Dete Vlei, with breakfast, lunch and a three-course dinner, and a traditional braai in the boma once a week. With advance notice, private meals can be arranged by the pool or on the treetop platform.
Location
- About 10 minutes by road, roughly 8 km, from Hwange National Park Airport
- About 30 minutes' drive from Hwange Main Camp
- About 180 km by road from Victoria Falls
- About 258 km by road from Bulawayo
Good to know
- Families are welcome; the team can advise on room arrangements and hide access for your group
- The pool is unfenced and unguarded, so children need constant adult supervision
- Wi-Fi is available in the main areas and the underground hide
- Rooms have ceiling fans and mosquito nets
- Hwange is not considered a high malaria zone, but guests should ask their doctor whether antimalarials are right for them
Your questions answered
Sable Valley FAQs
Is Sable Valley inside Hwange National Park?
Sable Valley sits on a 15,000-acre private concession just outside the boundaries of Hwange National Park. Game drives can head into the national park or stay on the concession, where night drives are also possible.
What is the underground hide at Sable Valley?
The underground hide sits in front of the camp and gives guests a unique, eye-level view of wildlife up close. It can be used day and night and has Wi-Fi, charging points for cameras and computers, a fireplace, a mini bar and plenty of seating.
What wildlife can I see at Sable Valley?
Elephants, buffalo and rare sable antelope are often seen from the main area overlooking the Dete Vlei. The area is also home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, painted dogs and hyenas, and night drives may reveal civets, genets and bat-eared foxes.
Is Sable Valley suitable for families?
Yes, families are welcome and the team can advise on room arrangements and access to the hide. One rondavel has a second bedroom for families, and as the pool is unfenced, children need adult supervision at all times.
Want to stay here? Sable Valley is part of our 14-day small group safari, and we can also include it in a holiday designed around you.
Where to next?
It starts with a chat. No forms or scripts, just a friendly conversation. Call, email or pop into the Lounge, and one of the team will take it from there.
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