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Spurwing Island

Bordering Matusadona National Park with wide open expanses of lakeshore and magnificent views of the Matusadona escarpment, Sanyati Gorge and lake Kariba.

With easy access to the Matusadona park, SPURWING is a prime wildlife destination with elephant, buffalo and lion being regularly sighted. Map

The area boasts over 200 species of birds in a variety of habitats from floodplain thru woodland to montane.

A favourite retreat for anglers and a photographer’s paradise.

Fun and games on Spurwing - an affordable destination with a magic of it's own.

Accommodation

Spurwing Island Interior

Spurwing Island offers 3 different styles of accommodation

CHALETS (3 in tota l) photo above

stone under thatch
with en-suite bath, separate shower, toilet and washbasin
twin bedded with built in cupboards
dressing table
comfy chairs
ceiling fan
plug socket (220V AC)
mosquito nets
rooms have french doors which open out onto a verandah
optional double bed or extra beds for children.

TENTS (11 in total)
Enclosed with two zip entrances - one onto a small verandah and the other into an en-suite bathroom which has a shower, toilet and washbasin.

Under thatch with stone floors.
Twin bedded with a dressing table, plug sockets (220V AC), pedestal fan and mosquito nets.

Two of the tents form a "double tent" which can be used as a family tent - each side of the tent has its own en-suite facilities.

CABINS (6 in total)
# stone under thatch
# with en-suite shower, toilet and washbasin
# twin bedded with built in cupboards and dressing table
# plug socket (220V AC)
# ceiling fan
# mosquito nets
# optional double bed or extra beds for children

Catering

All meals are served in the centrally located dining area. The dining room is open sided under thatch. We can cater for any specific dietary requirements on request e.g. vegetarian, etc.

Breakfast : A full English breakfast with fresh fruit, cereals and juices.

Lunch: Cold buffet,

Dinner : Table d'hôte, Bar :

A full bar is available near to the dining room with a spectacular view over the lake and the Matusadona mountains.

Activities - on offer three times daily

Spurwing cheetah kill

* Game viewing options incorporating both the water (by boat) and land (by foot and by vehicle) - guests have access to some of the finest game and bird viewing in the country.

Game Drives

• conducted in safari Land Rovers into the Matusadona National Park
• each vehicle can take 7 guests

Game Cruises

¤ this is game viewing along the shoreline by speed boat or covered pontoon

¤ game viewing from the water adds a whole new experience to the guest's safari

¤ unique to Kariba is its forest of 'dead' trees which is home to a wide variety of nesting and roosting birds

¤ mid-morning cruises allow the guests to encounter elephants bathing at the waters edge, watch game coming down for a drink, and see crocodiles basking in the sun

¤ afternoon cruises will meet game coming down to the shoreline for a refreshing drink after the mid-day heat

Sanyati Gorge Scenic Safari

Spurwing Island cheetah cub # This is a scenic trip up the Sanyati River Gorge directly opposite Spurwing Island by speed boat

Fishing Trips

* Fishing trips are offered on a half day basis - departing early morning arriving back in time for lunch, or alternatively departing after lunch arriving back just after sunset

* Spurwing Island offers tackle and an experienced coxswain

* Not included is the cost of fuel used and the drinks.

* The Tiger Fish, a fierce fighting fresh-water game fish, offers a thrill to those who manage to land them.

* The Kariba Bream, which is an excellent eating fish, is a challenge to the keen fisherman.

* The Spurwing Chefs are renowned for thier preparation of your catch if requested.

* Spurwing also offer a facility for the fish to be frozen to take home

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Spurwing is a unique destination offering that magical "something" for

Weddings | Honeymoons | Conferences

RATES - 2007 on a full board basis

US$120 per person per night (no single supplement is charged)
Children above 3 years and under 12 years are half price

Inclusive of accommodation and three meals per day

Excludes : return boat transfers - Marina to Spurwing is USD50 per person and park fees of USD15 per person per day, alcoholic drinks and laundry as well as 2% Government Levy

Activities
Walks and Drives:US$ 15 per person
Cruises: Fishing US$ 15 per half day hire (EXCL FUEL)

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