Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Mpala Jena Private Villas
With a luxury tented camp and the option of even greater privacy and exclusivity at its two August 2025 riverfront villas, Mpala Jena offers easy-going indulgence on the banks of the Zambezi.
With a luxury tented camp and the option of even greater privacy and exclusivity at its two August 2025 riverfront villas, Mpala Jena offers easy-going indulgence on the banks of the Zambezi.
With a luxury tented camp and the option of even greater privacy and exclusivity at its two August 2025 riverfront villas, Mpala Jena offers easy-going indulgence on the banks of the Zambezi.
With a luxury tented camp and the option of even greater privacy and exclusivity at its two August 2025 riverfront villas, Mpala Jena offers easy-going indulgence on the banks of the Zambezi.
Location
Mpala Jena Camp is on a sandy bank of the mighty Zambezi River, upstream from Victoria Falls, and 19 kilometres inside the boundary of Zambezi National Park. Upstream another five kilometres still will be the opulent and secluded Mpala Jena Private Villas.
Accommodation
When you arrive at Mpala Jena, you kick off your shoes and let your toes sink into the soft white sand. Indeed, there’s a barefoot beach vibe even to the thatched dining room, lounge, and bar, leading onwards to the curvaceous pool. Apart from sand, the other surface here is characterful weathered decking, forming the walkways and platforms for five spacious luxury tented suites.
Below stretched awnings, these canvas and stone abodes provide the creature comforts that make a huge difference after a day on safari or in the rapids of the river: oversized beds, ensuite bathrooms, an outdoor bath and shower, and a veranda that’s the perfect place for a cool drink.
For those who want even greater comfort and space, Mpala Jena’s two upstream villas each contain three suites, so there’s space for friends and family if you want. Distinctively topped by steep thatched roofs, domed in a style that wouldn’t look out of place in Puglia, the arched interiors are deliciously cool even on the hottest of days. With a private pool, butler, guide, and a dedicated safari vehicle, each villa is a venue for a bespoke Zambezi experience.
For those who want even greater comfort and space, Mpala Jena’s two upstream villas each contain three suites, so there’s space for friends and family if you want. Distinctively topped by steep thatched roofs, domed in a style that wouldn’t look out of place in Puglia, the arched interiors are deliciously cool even on the hottest of days. With a private pool, butler, guide, and a dedicated safari vehicle, each villa is a venue for a bespoke Zambezi experience.
Experiences
- Drift along the Zambezi River on a wooden dhow sailing boat. Faster boats are also available for whisking you to Victoria Falls and also for river safaris.
- Mpala Jena staff take pride in their custom-built Land Cruisers, which have built-in reference libraries, and magical spaces for drinks and snacks. They’re the ideal vehicle for a safari with style and comfort.
- It would be almost impossible to come here without venturing to majestic Victoria Falls. Why not also check out Victoria Falls town, try bungee jumping, or go white water rafting?
- Zambezi National Park has a higher density of lions per unit area than any other park in Zimbabwe. Night and early morning drives should yield some sightings.
- Have a go at catch-and-release fishing. If you are here between June and December, it’s the season for Tiger Fish.
- Don’t forget the birds. Among the 400 species that frequent the area are some with names as fanciful as their appearance: Pel’s fishing owl, African skimmer, goliath heron, African finfoot, rock pratincole and long-toed lapwing.
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