Maleme Dam
A reservoir at the centre of Matobo National Park, surrounded by granite boulders. It is home to the park's campsites and cabins, and is ideal for an overnight stay to watch the sunset.
Maleme Dam lies in the central part of the Matobo National Park scenic area. It is the park's main accommodation and camping area, with holiday cabins and campsites run by the park authority. Layers of granite hills surround the reservoir, and baboons, rock hyraxes and many birds are often seen at dawn and dusk. Visitors can climb the nearby hills to watch the sunset. The dam is also a transit point for Nswatugi and Pomongwe caves. Accommodation must be booked in advance with the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority, and the facilities are fairly basic.
Opening hours
Open all day (lodging requires advance booking)