Safari Lodges are typically located within game reserves or national parks or at least close by to a wildlife area where daily activities include game drives or nature walks to experience the African wilderness and the animals in their natural habitat.
Lodges range in size and capacity, but we prefer to use the smaller and medium sized ones with between 8 and 12 rooms. Safari Lodges generally have a comfortable communal area with a viewing deck overlooking the immediate surroundings, be it a river, waterhole or desert pan. There is usually a pool for down time during hot summer days. The thatched or semi-tented safari suites or rooms are often linked by raised boardwalks and are constructed to blend into the natural surroundings and optimize the ‘on safari, in the wilderness’ feeling.
Known as the original luxury game lodge near Etosha, Ongava Lodge is perched on top of a small kopje (rocky outcrop), bordering the southern side of the park, while also being part of the private and exclusive Ongava Game Reserve – a wildlife utopia in its own right, with plains teeming with springbok, gemsbok, blue…
Where luxury and peace are to be found in a sweeping river valley. Where the views encompass a wetland, winding river and distant mountains and where the call of the Fish Eagle will forever remind you of the vast skies of Africa . Embracing the southern bank of the Bitou River in Plettenberg Bay ,…
Nestled between mountain and sea, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the “Marine Big 5” – whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience. Nestled carefully into…
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is where Sir Richard Branson fell in love with the African safari dream. Located in the game-rich Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger Park, it’s a mere one hour and twenty minutes’ flight from Johannesburg and has its own airstrip. No expense was spared as he built his…
Situated in the private Manyeleti Game Reserve, bordering the Kruger National Park and situated between the Timbavati and the Sabi Sands, this contemporary styled tented camp is part of the exclusive Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps group. Offering an authentic African safari experience with luxury trimmings at every turn, this family-friendly bush experience gets animal lovers…
Zimbali Lodge has long lured in visitors making their way up the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal. With leaning palms, subtropical gardens, and a classy resort style, this is just the place to lean back and let nature soothe your soul.Zimbali, meaning “valley of flowers” in isiZulu, perfectly captures the iconic Zimbali Coastal Resort in which…
Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa is surrounded by sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, one of the world’s leading wine destinations. This incredible location provides a sense of escape and privacy for the guests. An unforgettable holiday destination, we’ve tailored each Lodge to provide an unrivalled guest experience. Linked to the Main…
Less than five minutes walk from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park offices, the Buhoma Lodge offers intimate accommodation with spectacular and uninterrupted views of one of the greatest forests in East Africa. Being so close to the start of the gorilla tracking routes, the lodge, which has recently been renovated, is perfectly located for expeditions…
Tarangire Sopa Lodge is a luxury escape from it all in the unspoilt Tanzanian wilds. Situated in the sprawling 2800km2 Tarangire National Park, a two hour drive from Arusha town, the lodge can be found in a grove of ancient Baobab trees with breathtaking views of the unspoilt surrounds. With the largest concentration of elephants…
This small and intimate safari eco- camp is located within Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a vast 90000-acre wildlife area between the Aberdares and the majestic Mount Kenya. The conservancy is home to a variety of animals including the “Big Five”. It is the largest sanctuary in East Africa for the endangered Black Rhino and is also…