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Camp Jabulani

Named after a member of their resident elephant herd, Camp Jabulani is a Relais and Chateaux accredited luxurious safari camp. Elegant and comfortable suites offer guests a unique opportunity to stay in the heart of the bush while still enjoying the luxury hotel atmosphere. 6 suites which come in a double or twin configuration are full of character and comfort, with large beds draped in mosquito netting and ensuite bathrooms which include a feature stone bathtub. For an extra touch of luxury, a private villa is available which comes complete with a private butler, guide and chef.
After a long day spent exploring the diverse surroundings guests can arrange a unique hot air balloon trip at sunset, or a sundowner canapé treat. Meals served at Camp Jabulani are creative, fresh, and delicious and can be enjoyed in the privacy of your own room, or under the wide starry sky.

Desert Homestead Lodge

Desert Homestead Lodge is the perfect oasis for guests to visit Namibia’s most magnificent and undisturbed location. It is located in a private nature reserve that adjoins the Unesco World Heritage Site ‘Namib Sand Sea’. Experiences here are unforgettable, inviting guests to take part in a variety of activities that allows them to immerse within nature such as horse safaris, hikes and sundown drives. Dunes and mountains stretch for miles around the property, presenting each guests with stunning natural views to admire during their stay. Al fresco dining, fresh farm cuisine and a refreshing dip in the pool are all a part of the experience at Desert Homestead Lodge. This is all experienced against the backdrop of rugged landscapes and mesmerising sunsets that radiate across the open plains. The chalets have been designed with the fragile beauty of the surrounding environment in mind, providing sensational local cuisine, solar powered air conditioning and a heavy focus on appreciation for the surrounding area.

Damaraland Camp

Situated in the Huab River Valley, Damaraland Camp is in one of the best wilderness areas in Namibia. It offers guests stunning views as far as the eye can see. Mountains, valleys and stark plains are all the most memorable views. The property itself offers guests ten large thatched units, each raised off the ground. Features include a walk-in dressing area, a large deck and an En-suite. The outdoor public area is just as comfortable, offering a swimming pool, dining area and an open campfire that is perfect for the evenings as the night rolls in. The crystal-clear skies makes stargazing an unforgettable experience at the camp. In partnership with Wilderness Safaris, guests who stay here can know that their stay is helping the natural environment and its many rare animals.

Sava Dunes

Secluded on the golden sand dunes along the Inhambane coastline is Sava Dunes, a luxury ecolodge metres from the beach. Sava Dunes is a place where you can truly relax, consisting of just a handful of chalets, including a family chalet, all connected by winding wooden walkways. Each has a private viewing deck that looks out onto the endless beauty of the glistening ocean – perfect for restful evenings and mesmerising mornings. The ideal balance of rugged wilderness and luxurious touches, this off-the-grid lodge allows you the choice of total relaxation or real adventure. The surrounding area boasts exquisite scuba diving spots, as well as meandering mangroves to explore, each filled with incredible marine life. There is both so much to do, or of course, the option to just fall into complete relaxation and exist solely in the luxurious splendour that Sava Dunes provides visitors.

Skeleton Coast Shipwreck Lodge

Located in the remote wilderness of the famous Skeleton Coast National Park, between the Hoanib and Huarusib rivers, is Shipwreck Lodge. This unique location promises to be the epitome of exclusivity and privacy. Opened in June 2018, the design has been inspired by the multiple shipwrecks which are scattered along the vast expanse of the coastline. Each distinctive cabin is designed to resemble a shipwreck, in keeping with the theme of this property. With views of the Atlantic Ocean stretching out to the horizon from each cabin, guests can enjoy the revitalizing energy of a fresh sea breeze alongside these sensational, undisturbed views. Guests who stay here have the opportunity to learn about the flora and fauna that has adapted to survive these desert conditions, and will feel completely comfortable despite the heat, enjoying the restaurant deck as well as a choice of 8 twin cabins and 2 family cabins. A stay here is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover an undisturbed and protected part of Namibia.

Naankuse Lodge

The stunning Naansuke Lodge is located on a 3,200 hectare reserve. Its main purpose is conservation, making it the perfect getaway for anyone passionate about wildlife preservation. It offers its guests the chance to take part in feeding tours, nature walks and go behind the scenes of wildlife conservation, all whilst offering top quality service and luxury rooms to stay in. All profits are reinvested into supporting a wide variety of charitable projects at Naansuke, making it the perfect place for those who want to witness vital work that supports the wildlife and its free roaming animals. It is perfectly situated in the stunning African bush fields and has activities that allow its guests to immerse within the environment. Visitors can go on game drives, carnivore feeding tours and witness animals from cheetahs to baboons up close alongside trained professionals. This is the only charity lodge in Namibia, and by visiting you can have the trip of a lifetime whilst fully supporting vital work that protects the stunning natural environment.

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort

Set in the stunning scenery of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort is a peaceful, luxury paradise within a treasured national park. Relax and enjoy all the splendour on offer as you indulge in a wide variety of water sports, boat trips, culinary classes, and fitness activities. For those seeking tranquillity, you need look no further than the resort’s spa, or unwinding around the swimming pool. Gazing out to the horizon over the pristine Indian Ocean, you can reconnect to the beautiful nature all around you and come together over local, fresh food. Secluded, sun-kissed and serene, Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort provides you with everything you need for a truly idyllic holiday in one of nature’s last untouched paradises.

Jackalberry Tented Camp

The Jackalberry Tented Camp, a sister lodge to Nkasa Lupala Tented Lodge, is the epitome of privacy for anyone who visits. Part of an exclusive activity concession from MET, it is built inside the Nkasa Rupara National Park formerly known as Mamili National Park. With just four exclusive luxury tents available on the property, guests can enjoy quiet and peaceful seclusion in the heart of the wilderness. Located close to Linyanti River, animals roam freely across the camp; you may even be fortunate enough to be visited by the local elephants as you blissfully gaze out of your own tent. The bridge between nature and comfort makes this stay unforgettable, allowing anyone who stays here an utterly unique haven from the business of normal life.

Hoanib Valley Camp

Hoanib Valley Camp occupies a stunning spot in a remote corner of the wilderness. Virtually untouched, those who visit will experience comfort but also feel immersed within nature. The camp itself has been designed to ensure that the natural wildlife is as protected as possible. With guests staying in tents that have the luxuries of an Ensuite as well as Wi-Fi, the interior décor matches the rustic surroundings. With just six guest tents across the whole property, this camp is the epitome of privacy. It allows guests to immerse within the natural environment, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Guests can take nature tours and game drives to witness wild animals roaming in their natural habitat. Giraffes, zebras, elephants and even lions are free to roam and the valuable work that the camp does keeps them protected. Largely an untouched area, it is the perfect place to star gaze and appreciate such natural beauty whilst immersing within a whole new culture.

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.