The Hideaways Mhara River Camp dinosaur footprints excursion in Mana Pools National Park offers a full-day journey into one of the area’s most unique and lesser-known experiences. Venturing beyond the camp’s private concession, guests travel to a remote site where ancient dinosaur tracks remain preserved in stone, dating back roughly 150 to 170 million years. As you walk alongside these impressions, your guide shares insight into how this landscape has evolved over time, from prehistoric floodplains to the dry riverbeds seen today. The footprints vary in size and shape, some believed to belong to large predators, others to herbivorous dinosaurs, with trackways still visible across the terrain. A picnic lunch and drinks are enjoyed in the bush, allowing time to pause within this remarkable setting. Led by an experienced guide, the excursion offers a quieter, more reflective perspective on Mana Pools, revealing a layer of history far older than the wildlife encountered today.