Safari

Zambezi Sands River Camp

Zambezi Sands River Camp is situated in the Zambezi National Park on the banks of the Zambezi River, upstream from the Victoria Falls. The camp has ten tastefully-appointed Bedouin-style tents, adding to the unique flavour of the camp. All are built on raised platforms with exceptional river views. Each tent features a lounge, bathroom, outdoor shower and private plunge pool. The main camp area includes a dining room, lounge and bar. There is a shaded outdoor deck for enjoying alfresco dining with a view of the river. Elephant can be found loitering on the mainland or in the river, while hippo, waterbuck and bushbuck frequent the reed banks and islands. Birdlife is prolific – African finfoot, African skimmer, pratincoles and Pel’s fishing owl all occur here. Zambezi Sands provides a wealth of opportunities for drives and walks with experienced guides, while the Zambezi River itself invites exploration by inflatable canoe or motorised launch.

Chundu Island

Chundu Island is an exquisite paradise which lies 21 kilometres upstream from Zimbabwe’s extraordinary Victoria Falls, the largest curtain of falling water in the world. The island measures 1.4 kilometres in length and is positioned on the Zambezi River, meaning that it is only accessible by boat. From Chundu Island, guests can enjoy stunning views of the Zambezi River, as well as quick and easy access to Zambezi National Park. The camp consists of eight spacious palm-thatched suites with private decks that offer river views.
The area is ideal for bird watching enthusiasts, with over 400 species of birdlife that congregate within Zambezi National Park and by the river. Guests can admire the sweeping views of floodplains, marshlands, verdant wetlands and grasslands, as well as the island’s seasonal beach. With plenty of activities available including river cruises, canoeing, walks, fishing and game drives, guests can enjoy a rich and exciting safari experience in a tranquil and private setting.

Nehimba Safari Lodge

In the wilds of the Hwange National Park sits Nehimba Safari Lodge. Surrounded by rolling grasslands and overlooking a watering hole, this lodge offers guests an authentic and traditional safari experience. The lodge is small, with only 9 safari suites, meaning it is private and exclusive, and will give guests a unique and once-in-a-lifetime experience of the park. The suites are spacious and comfortable, with cosy beds and private deckings. Meals are served in the main area which boasts a stunning view of the watering hole, so no wandering or thirsty animals are missed while guests tuck into delicious food. Game drives and game walks are offered here, allowing guests to get up close and personal with the astounding biodiversity of this breathtaking national park.

Bomani Tented Lodge

Bomani Tented Lodge lies just a 5-minute drive from the Hwange National Park, allowing safari-goers easy access through the lodge’s private gate. The lodge is located within its own private reserve, meaning that guests can enjoy incredible wildlife sightings from the comfort of the Bomani’s grand viewing platform which overlooks the Bomani Pan, where elephants often gather to drink and bathe in the pleasant water. The camp is small and intimate, consisting of just 11 tented accommodations and suites. This allows guests to delight in a personal and exclusive safari experience in the heart of the African bush, surrounded by unspoilt views and a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a range of fun activities such as a visit to the local village on horseback, exciting game drives and observing candid wildlife from one of the lodge’s hides. End the day with a sundowner as the sky fills with burning colours and the plains surrounding the Ngamo Forest Area are bathed in an orange glow.

Grootbos Forest Lodge

Wind your way through an ancient Milkwood Forest as you stroll between your luxurious suite and the lodge itself, feeling serenity settle over you like a delicate mist. Grootbos Forest Lodge is a masterpiece of sophisticated and contemporary design, reflecting the breath-taking natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. Nowhere else would you be able to enjoy one of the world’s most biodiverse environments and the changing colours in the Southern sky quite like this.
 
With its clean lines, elegant ceilings and expansive windows, Grootbos Forest Lodge is the place to retreat to for blissful contemplation and for connecting with yourself or nature. Fringed by the peaceful Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, the Forest Lodge features 16 freestanding luxury suites, accentuating the rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains. On a clear day, it’s possible to see all the way to Cape Point.

Three Tree Hill Lodge

Three Tree Hill Lodge rests within the Spioenkop Game Reserve, overlooking the verdant Mfazimnyama Valley and against the backdrop of the magnificent Drakensburg Mountains. The family-run lodge is an ideal location for exploring the incredible nearby sights such as the Anglo-Boer War Battlefields in KwaZulu Natal, the Northern Drakensberg Mountains, and the Anglo-Zulu War Battlefields. Three Tree Hill is a Fair Trade certified lodge which prioritises sustainable and responsible tourism, while providing a luxury experience for guests in an area of exquisite natural beauty.
 
The 9 cottages, including 3 family units, are set among the abundant plant life and feature a natural colour scheme to allow them to blend into the beautiful natural landscape. The lodge’s owners, Simon & Cheryl Blackburn, are friendly and both have a strong passion and keen interest in Africa’s wildlife, history and culture, and are happy to share their local knowledge with all guests.

Thonga Beach Lodge

Thonga Beach Lodge rests on the white sandy beaches of the Maputaland Coast, nestled amongst the coastal forests and verdant grasslands and standing against a backdrop of sparkling lakes and ocean waters. The 24-bed luxury lodge enjoys an idyllic location where guests can enjoy amazing snorkelling and off-shore scuba diving experiences, as well as incredible bird watching and turtle walks during the nesting and hatching season. The suites offer guests a choice of either ocean or forest views, and are built from natural materials, designed to blend into the natural landscape and cause minimal impact. Enjoy a private stay at the edge of the world where the pristine scenery will rejuvenate and relax you.

Kosi Forest Lodge

Kosi Forest Lodge is a peaceful and intimate safari lodge that rests in the shade of the towering trees that line the edge of the sand forest that overlooks the Kosi Bay section of iSimangaliso. Set within a World Heritage Park, Kosi Forest Lodge offers guests a comfortable and homely setting surrounded by beautiful scenery, a wide selection of beach and wilderness activities and incredible wildlife.
 
The wooden, canvas and thatch cabins blend into the natural landscape, creating minimal disruption to the natural setting and creatures. From the comfort of the poolside, guests can watch the hippos and flamingos fill the lake, as the sun sinks in a golden sky, casting a fiery glow on all that lies before it.

Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge

Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge is located within the diverse and beautiful Manyoni Private Game Reserve. With only 8 safari suites, a personalised and exclusive service can be given to guests even when at full capacity. The suites are luxurious and spacious, filled with natural light and with private balconies and pools, which offer sweeping views over the bushveld below and the rugged Lebombo Mountains. Guests can begin their day by exploring the reserve during sunrise on a game drive, spend their afternoons indulging in a massage before heading back out into the bush on an afternoon game drive, and enjoy evenings sat around the crackling fire pit in the boma, feasting on delicious food before relaxing in their private pool gazing over the moonlit mountains and star-filled sky.

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge lies within the heart of the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve, which is home to over a thousand endangered white rhino. The only private lodge in the reserve, Rhino Ridge Lodge offers guests a luxurious stay where they can make the most of their time in the South African wilderness. The 18 well-appointed and air-conditioned rooms stand on a ridge that offers sweeping, uninterrupted views of the verdant scenery which can be admired from each of the rooms’ private decks. Guests can enjoy incredible wildlife viewing from the comfort of the lodge, and game drives take off from their front door, meaning no game-viewing time is lost.

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