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Rincon del Socorro

Rincon del Socorro is a picturesque eco-lodge nestled in the heart of the Ibera National Park. The lodge features just 11 charming rooms and is ideal for families, with a range of recreational activities available throughout the day – including a peaceful reading and board games area. At Rincon del Socorro, guests can explore and admire a range of beautiful and diverse ecosystems which are all brimming with wildlife. Gaze across the sweeping savannas, flooded grasslands, Caranday palm groves and tranquil woodlands and listen out for the tunes of over 350 different bird species.
The lodge is set within a 30,000-acre private reserve on the edge of Ibera Provincial Park, where guests can enjoy a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere and immerse themselves in the local flora and fauna. Look out for beautiful maned wolves, anteaters, capybara, deers and adorable otters that thrive in Ibera – one of the world’s largest freshwater wetlands.

Abelana River Lodge

Perched on the banks of the Selati River, Abelana River Lodge is nestled amongst riverbank trees and brush. Quiet and understated, the lodge exudes an atmosphere of safari chic with suites coming complete with their own private deckings, which offer sweeping views of the thick bushveld. Spend your days exploring the private Abelana Game Reserve and the wonderful nature it holds on exciting game drives or immersive bush walks, finishing your day seated around the crackling fire-pit in the heart of nature, with a drink in hand, gazing up at the wide starry sky. There is an experience waiting for everyone at Abelana River Lodge, and guests will leave having made memories which will last a lifetime.

Margay Natural Reserve and Jungle Lodge

Resting on the shores of the Paraiso River, Margey Nature Reserve and Jungle Lodge is located on the southern border of the UNESCO-recognised Yabotí Biosphere Reserve. Surrounded by 253,000 hectares of pristine sub-tropical forests that make the perfect habitat for jaguars, tapirs and collared peccaries, among other endangered species. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay, immersed in the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region. The quaint cabins offer beautiful river views and visitors can look forward to home-cooked meals made with fresh and local ingredients. Hike through the jungle, kayak along the river and explore the botanical wonderland that is the Parana Jungle.

Xugana Island Lodge

Xugana Island Lodge sits on the fringe of an island overlooking Xugana Lagoon which is widely recognised as being one of the most spectacular permanent water sites in the Okavango Delta. The lodge is remote and private, with a full capacity of just 16 guests. Enjoy placing yourself within the heart of the delta and enjoy the beautiful landscape whilst sharing your environment with the wildlife. Game drives, mokoro excursions and walking tours are offered so guests can have the chance to see the Delta wildlife, including antelope, crocodile and hippo, as well as other big game that frequent the area. Xugana Island Lodge has pride of place in one of the seven wonders of Africa: the Okavango Delta. The delta was granted a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2014, it is a maze of glassy lagoons, crystal clear waterways, grasslands and palm-strewn islands. Xugana Island Lodge initially was only the second ever tourist lodge built in the delta, giving the staff who work there a deep understanding of the natural surroundings and wildlife.

Camp Xakanaxa

Camp Xakanaxa is located on the banks of the Khwai River of the Xakanaxa Lagoon, in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve. It offers guests an authentic, year round Okavango Delta land and water safari experience. The camp accommodates twenty four guests in twelve spacious all canvas, classic Meru style luxury safari tents, with en suite showers and hand basins. Situated around the fringe of the lagoon, every tent has a private viewing deck with comfortable loungers. The stylish main buildings extend over the Khwai River and are set on raised platforms to maximise the views over the surrounding lagoons and islands. The elegant lounge and dining rooms, built of local timber, reed and thatch, feature a small library, expansive sundeck, plunge pool and sala with day bed.

Duba Plains Camp

The newly rebuilt Duba Plains Camp consists of 5 bespoke tents, all styled with a 1920s African aesthetic and designed for comfort. The camp has been constructed on raised decking – made from recycled materials – and its main area features a large dining room, luxurious lounge and a library, as well as an interactive kitchen and the camp’s wine cellar which holds hundreds of bottles of fine South African wines. The elevated position of the camp ensures incredible views of the Okavango Delta and its surrounding floodplains and grasslands. Sit back on the deck, under the shade of the giant ebony trees and immerse yourself in this stunning landscape as elephants and buffalo parade past.

San Camp

Scattered across the shore of the Nwetwe Pan, rests San Camp; a collection of 7 classic safari tents dotted amongst the palm trees. The tents are all spaced far away from one another, giving guests a private experience where they can immerse themselves in the unique desert landscape. Get away from the stresses of civilisation and explore the desolate Nwetwe Pan, where white salt-crusted earth stretches on for miles and miles, with just the camp’s habituated meerkat neighbours for company. San Camp is only open during Botswana’s dry season (April 1st – October 15th), when the landscape is most striking.

Chinzombo

Named after a type of tree which grows nearby, Time + Tide Chinzombo’s natural building materials and vintage accents combine modern style with a traditional bush safari camp. The six spacious safari tents (including one two-bedroom, two-bathroom family tent) sit underneath ancient msikzi trees, evoking a sense of time travel back into the past. Each one comes with a private pool and soaking tub, with panoramic views over the river and its widespread wildlife. Relax on your verandah overlooking a meandering curve of the Luangwa River and let the local hippos lull you to sleep. Wake up with the majestic elephant just outside your villa. The award-winning design of the luxury safari tents features natural elements such as canvas, timber and reed, accented with leather and raw linen. The tents stretch out onto a verandah where you can enjoy the afternoon in the shade or rejuvenate your body with an in-room spa treatment.

Okonjima Plains Camp

Set within the secluded wilderness of Okonjima Nature Reserve in Namibia, the family friendly Okonjima Plains Camp is the perfect place to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With just 30 rooms in total, the camp is an incredibly private place to visit and is also wheelchair accessible with ramps leading up to the rooms. Double beds and a double shower fill the rooms, as do amenities such as a mini fridge, tea/coffee facilities and fans to maximise guests comfort during their stay. You can also enjoy access to an entertainment venue and communal area that includes a dining area, bar, swimming pool and picturesque views over a waterhole and the Okonjima plains. This makes your time here all the more comfortable and social should you wish it to be. Originally a cattle farm since the early 1920’s, Okonjima’s attention is now focused on recovering the grass plains and turning it into a nature reserve, with a particular focus on carnivore conservation. With the close help and collaboration of the AfriCat Foundation, it has quickly become a sanctuary for Namibian wildlife such as cheetahs, leopards and brown hyenas. Guests will be able to witness these creatures up close and personal when staying at the camp, taking game drives and guided bush walks with experts. Visible from both the main property and the individual rooms, animals roam freely across the reserve, leaving those who visit feeling truly immersed within the natural surroundings during their stay.

Etosha Heights Safarihoek Lodge

Located on a 60,000ha private reserve which shares a border with the Etosha National Park, this secluded safari camp is a true Namibian treasure. Opened in 2016, the Safarihoek team’s continued aim is to expose its guests to the real and raw side of Namibia, while not forgoing the comforts. Here is where you can explore the wilderness, spot endangered species and economically support those actively trying to save them and their habitats. Relax in the serenity and silence, as distant calls of wildlife meander across the grassland; take a dip in the sparkling pool, enjoy delicious seasonal dinners, and most of all bask in the beauty of the Namibian savannah. Make memories you’ll treasure forever as you spend evenings by the fireside watching the stars, and magical mornings driving out into the wonder of the reserve.

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