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Lion Sands Narina Lodge

Lion Sands Narina Lodge is located in its own private game reserve in the biodiverse Kruger National Park. With 9 luxury suites, the lodge is private and exclusive, with sweeping views over the glistening Sabie River visible from each suite. The lodge is chic and modern, with calming colours and comfortable furniture, so guests will feel relaxed and at home from their arrival. Head out in the early morning on an exciting game drive to try your luck in seeing the Big Five, before returning to camp to spend the afternoon receiving a luxury spa treatment, cooling off in your suite’s private pool, or immersing yourself in nature on a guided walk.
Dinner can be eaten in the heart of the bush, surrounded by the sights, smells, and sounds of this corner of South Africa. To finish your day, spend the night sleeping under the stars in a unique treehouse, being lulled to sleep by the Sabie River flowing past.

Kariega Settlers Drift

Kariega Settlers Drift is a luxurious tented lodge that rests in a remote and pristine area within the private Kariega Game Reserve. Each of the 9 tented suites is spacious and features its own elegant bedroom, living area, private bathroom and private viewing deck. Settlers Drift overlooks the sweeping wilderness and guests can enjoy incredible views of the expansive flora and birdlife in a landscape spanning 5 eco-systems. Enjoy two incredible game drives each day, bringing you up close to the amazing wildlife including the infamous Big 5, in an exclusive 10,000 hectares reserve.

Sibuya River Camp

A fascinating 11km boat-ride up the Estuary from the seaside village of Kenton-on-Sea brings you to the jetty at River Camp. Only four spacious luxury en-suite tents skilfully hidden in the riverine forest maximize privacy for each tent and ensure an exclusive and personalised experience. Every tent has its own cosy fireplace to ensure a snuggly warm environment on chillier nights. Professional and passionate staff ensure a time to be spoilt and make memories to treasure. The Camp recommended for families with children visiting Sibuya. These enormous 75 m2 tents with sleeper couches that convert to two single beds for children sharing, ensure plenty of space for the whole family.

Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge

Private and exclusive, Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge offers guests a unique and quiet stay in the very heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve. 8 luxuriously appointed suites allow guests to immerse themselves in their surroundings while lounging on their cosy bed or unwinding in their comfortable lounge area. All suites come with their own private decking where guests can gaze over the endless horizons of the reserve and the sparkling Marico River in the near distance.
Guests can spend their day exploring the reserve on an exciting game drive or immersive guided walk before returning to the lodge for a dip in the infinity pool, followed by a delectable dinner which can be enjoyed around the boma, underneath the wide starry sky. Enjoy sipping on a glass of fine South African wine while surrounded by the sights, smells, and sounds of the wild South African bush.

Hog Hollow Country Lodge

Hog Hollow Country Lodge is located in the indigenous countryside just above Plettenberg. From its perch, the lodge overlooks the stunning Tsitsikamma Mountains and the Matjies River Gorge. The lodge has modern suites and villas which can accommodate families, and the two villas come complete with their own private sparkling swimming pools. Ideally located to explore the surrounding wilderness, guests of Hog Hollow can spend their days paddleboarding on a nearby river, exploring the town of Plettenberg, visiting the Birds of Eden Sanctuary, horse riding, mountain biking, or hiking, before returning to the lodge for a delectable 3-course meal which can be enjoyed under the wide starry sky.

Hunter’s Country House

Hunter’s Country House is a 5-star boutique hotel idyllically situated between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape. With a variety of accommodation available, there’s something perfect for every guest, with options including authentic thatched suites, or a private pool. All rooms and suites are individually decorated so guests can revel in the homely elegance that is the cornerstone of this impressive property.
Hunter’s Country House is perfectly situated on the Garden Route, making it the perfect base for guests wanting to explore the magnificence that the West Cape has to offer, be that marine tours and hiking trails at Plettenberg Bay, or a boat cruise on Knysna Lagoon.

Nambwa Tented Lodge

The magnificent Nambwa Tented Lodge is situated within the heart of KAZA and is the only lodge that can be found inside the Bwabwata National Park. The lodge offers ten beautiful tents that are hidden away high up in the majestic Jackalberry, Sausage and Knobthorn trees. Respecting the elephants’ natural right of way through this area, the lodge is built with luxurious comfort in mind above the African landscape. As the sun goes down, guests get to uniquely experience the spectacle of Africa’s night-time wildlife as it unfolds down below.

Travessia Beach Lodge

Travessia is an Eco Beach Lodge that offers its guests understated barefoot luxury. The lodge is built among the dunes beside the beach, nestled between luscious greenery and palm trees. Carefully chosen spots enhance both privacy and the breath-taking sea vistas. Travessia was constructed on elevated wooden decks with timber and roll-up canvas walls, all under a roof thatched with local makuti. Wooden walkways lead from the opulent accommodations to the lodge’s reception and social areas, with a spacious deck overlooking the unrivalled environment. The lodge is entirely solar powered – ensuring a light environmental footprint. Travessia boasts a restaurant that prides itself on locally sourced, seasonal, fresh cuisine with a chef who is dedicated to making your dining experience just as incredible as the holiday itself. Guests can enjoy walks on the endless, pristine beach, relax in the shade of the swaying palm grove, paddle out or gaze at the sea from the rim-flow pool.

Anvil Bay Lodge

Anvil Bay proudly hosts a sustainable lodge located in the spectacular Maputo Special Reserve and one of Earth’s biologically richest ecosystems. With a small ecological footprint, due to being fully solar powered and completely community-owned, ensures Anvil Bay Lodge is a responsible tourism destination. This private and exclusive luxury barefoot beach camp in Mozambique’s most Southern national park features miles of untouched beaches and an ocean teeming with marine life to explore – providing a true dream destination for nature lovers in search of the perfect get away. The Reserve is home to Southern Africa’s last herd of coastal elephant, as well as an abundance of other fascinating flora and fauna. Anvil Bay offers guests with a myriad of beach, ocean, and park activities, providing ample opportunities to explore, discover and experience this awe-inspiring part of the world. Guests can expect authentic Mozambique cuisine, including vibrant flavours and fresh seafood.

Camelthorn Lodge

Bomani’s sister camp, Camelthorn Lodge, is located within a private reserve on the edge of Hwange National Park. Camelthorn Lodge backs onto a woodland area, the trees creating a natural shelter. The eight forest villas are designed to maintain a comfortable climate through both the summer and winter months, and their location in a remote section of the Ngamo Plain means that guests can enjoy a private and exclusive safari experience in a tranquil setting. The lodge is built around an ancient Camelthorn tree, incorporating the trunk in its design as a centrepiece. Less than a kilometre away, the local wildlife congregates at one of the waterholes maintained by the lodge. Here, guests can watch the elephants as they play and bathe in the water, hidden in an underground blind which offers incredible photographic opportunities for capturing the perfect candid shot.