Saucy Sue's Campsite, Lion's Den
Our thoughts
Saucy Sue's campsite is a little hard to find, but well worth the effort. There's electricity and water, and the ablution block is nice, if a bit rustic. We were towing a trailer and it was tricky to manoeuvre between the trees, so take your time. The staff were very helpful, and a few donkeys came wandering through our campsite, which only added to the charm. The river is a short walk away, perfect for watching the birds and the sunset. There's no pool, but with braai and fire places, chairs and picnic tables, you have everything you need for a relaxed night on the way to Mana Pools.
What's Hot
Very helpful staff
Electricity and water
Nice, rustic ablution block
Walking distance to the river for birdlife and sunsets
Braai and fire places with chairs and picnic tables
Friendly donkeys wandering through camp
Saucy Sue's breakfast rolls, biltong and meat nearby
What's not
Difficult to find
Tricky to manoeuvre a trailer between the trees
Rustic ablutions
No swimming pool
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Overview
Saucy Sue's is near Lion's Den, about 25 km north of Chinhoyi on the road to Kariba and Mana Pools, a classic stop on the way into the Zambezi Valley. First stop is Saucy Sue's butchery and take-away in Lion's Den to stock up on meat, biltong and ice, and don't miss their famous breakfast rolls. The campsite itself is a rustic, tree-shaded spot within walking distance of the river. It has electricity and water, a nice rustic ablution block, braai and fire places, and picnic tables and chairs. A few friendly donkeys might pop by to say hello.
FAQ's
Near Lion's Den, about 25 km north of Chinhoyi on the A1 road to Kariba and Mana Pools
Yes, electricity and water available
Tree-shaded campsites with electricity and water, rustic ablution block, braai and fire places, chairs and picnic tables, Saucy Sue's butchery and take-away nearby for meat, biltong and ice
About US$10 per person per night, cash only, check current rates when booking
Yes, kids will love the donkeys
Check with the owners before bringing pets, donkeys roam the camp
Check with the owners
Arrange your stay in advance with the owners by phone or WhatsApp on +263 77 210 4522, or pay and arrange at the butchery in Lion's Den. Payment is cash only.
All year round as a stopover, May to October if you are heading on to Mana Pools
No, but trailers are tricky to manoeuvre between the trees
Saucy Sue's butchery and take-away, Chinhoyi Caves Recreational Park, Chinhoyi town (about 25 km), Karoi, Makuti and the road to Mana Pools
The campsite is difficult to find, so get directions from the owners or the butchery before you set off. If you are towing a trailer, take it slowly, as manoeuvring between the trees is tricky. Stroll down to the river in the late afternoon for the birdlife and the sunset.
