Food and Refreshments

There will be three meals a day served in the long cabin at the centre of Waterbuck camp. Meals vary, but centre on meat dishes and sides, but always with a vegetarian option. The meats used include poultry and game,

Are there dangerous animals at Mankwe?

You will receive a safety briefing when you arrive at camp and staff will enact established protocols in the unlikely event of an emergency. Many animals will be deterred from entering camp by humans and the accompanying noises, but not

Do I need medical insurance

Yes, it is the responsibility of all guests to ensure they have the appropriate level of travel and medical insurance in place to cover their trip. Guests will be asked to provide evidence of their insurance before departing. We also

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes, it is the responsibility of all guests to ensure they have the appropriate level of travel and medical insurance in place to cover their trip. Guests will be asked to provide evidence of their insurance before departing.

Will I need any vaccinations?

Animal Saviours are unable to provide any advice on which vaccines or medicines you require for your trip, you will need to ascertain this information as part of travelling abroad and to this region of South Africa. We would advise

Camp Safety and Security

You are in South Africa and you will be living amongst African nature and so being sensible and adhering to the camp’s rules and recommendations is fundamental to ensure you remain safe and enjoy your stay. The reserve itself is

What will the weather be like?

The weather during your stay will of course depend on the time of year you visit. You will be provided with a recommended kit list in advance of your trip. Try to pack relatively light but take note that when

Flora and Fauna

Mankwe boasts up to fifty-three species of large mammals, over three hundred and eighty species of birds, thirty species of reptiles, fifteen species of small mammals and an amazing sixty-eight species of dung beetle! Whilst there is suitable camouflage for

Camp Culture and Language

Animal Saviours, and the staff at Mankwe are passionate that you really invest in your experience at the reserve, gaining the opportunity to both educate yourself and find time to relax. Activities are planned with the ambition of striking a