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The camp is named after Rupert Fothergill, the country's chief game ranger in the late 50s, and famed for spearheading the renowned “Operation Noah” - the rescue of thousands of stranded animals during the construction of Lake Kariba.

Fothergill Island in within the Matusadona National Park; and redesigned, reimagined and reopened in 2021 is managed by the Matusadona Conservation Trust, which is a partnership between African Parks and the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority.

There are five spacious tented suites and two, two-bedroom family suites, all on raised dais. Some suites have an outdoor shower or bathtub, and all have an outside seating area with private plunge pool and a shady day bed.

The main area houses the under-canvas lounge, dining and bar area - all set in green lawns.

Three island suites make up Little Fothergill - an exclusive-use enclave, with its own central lounge and dining area and pool.

Activities include game drive and walks, boating and fishing.

Children: all ages welcome

Open: year round