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Vundu Camp

Vundu Camp stands along the banks of the Zambezi River, half-hidden amongst a cluster of ebony and tamarind trees that offer both shade and a sense of privacy. Due to its riverside location, Vundu Camp is closed over the rainy season (December to April) when the riverbanks flood. The camp lies within a private concession within Mana Pools National Park, giving guests exclusive front row seats to exciting wildlife viewing from the comfort of the camp itself. The eight thatched chalets provide a luxurious setting for relaxing and waiting for the incredible local wildlife to come to you. Each room has a lounge area and outdoor seating that overlooks the tranquil waters of the Zambezi River, where guests can look out for hippos and crocodiles. Vundu Camp is also home to a number of wild dogs (also known as painted wolves) and the camp’s owners, Nick and Desiree Murray, worked alongside Sir David Attenborough for BBC’s Earth Dynasties painted wolf episode – shot at Vundu Camp.

Kapamba Bushcamp

Set on the banks of the shallow, spring-fed eponymous river, Kapamba is surrounded by some of Africa’s richest wildlife. Kapamba Bushcamp’s four stone chalets each showcase a wall that consists of a spider-web design of metal latticework, giving guests amazing views of the Kapamba River. Guests can watch the frequent wild visitors of the river from the multi-level main deck, or from the ease of their own private verandas or pool-size bathtubs. Watching an elephant bathe in the river can be quite an experience when you’re lounging in your own private plunge pool. Sundowners in the river and bush dinners are both popular additions to the itinerary for Kapamba stays. The bushcamp allows guests the opportunity to experience once-in-a-lifetime game drives and safari walks, encountering a wealth of wildlife and countless species.

Gorilla Safari Lodge

Gorilla Safari Lodge lies on the boundary line of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, amidst the banana and guava trees that offer the lodge a sense of privacy and seclusion. The landscape is rich with vegetation, offering views of the forest jungle which has stood for tens of thousands of years. Just five minutes from the starting point for tracking the Nshongi group of mountain gorillas, Gorilla Safari Lodge is a luxurious setting that features eight spacious chalets, each with their own private verandahs and stunning views of the tropical rainforest. The colourful selection of flowers and flora offers a beautiful and tranquil setting, and the many bird species who live here, 23 of which are endemic to the area, can be heard singing from the treetops.

Chelinda Lodge

Located within the Nyika National Park in northern Malawi, Chelinda Lodge offers you a luxurious safari experience within the peaceful, undisturbed landscape of the Nyika Plateau. Nyika is Swahili for hinterland, a wilderness unlike any other, and this ecosystem offers you an abundance of animal and plant life to marvel at. Take a game drive out into the grassland and spot zebras and antelope, or take part in a night drive and see if you can find the elusive leopards – many people do! At Chelinda Lodge, they have perfectly balanced the rugged wilderness with luxurious elements, like their fantastic gourmet dinners. No two days are the same; choose to venture out over the highlands on mountain bikes, or laze around the forest on the lodge’s doorstep. Within the beauty of Nyika National Park, nature is abundant, just as the opportunity to explore it is too.

Santani Wellness Resort and Spa

Santani is the first and only purpose-built wellness resort in Sri Lanka, designed according to the highest sustainability and eco-standards. The resort offers a welcoming place to retreat and rejuvenate within an unspoilt wilderness in the spiritual centre of Sri Lanka. Guests are free to roam around the 48 acres of tropical jungle and fertile rice fields, to practice yoga and to meditate along the Hulu River, or to just escape from it all in the privacy of their own chalets. Dive in and go for a swim with the beautiful mountains as your scenery. It is all about nourishment and connection at Santani Resort, so leave behind the stress and sink into true serenity. Leave your structured, stressful life behind. The purpose of Santani is to allow the healing to happen at your natural pace. You will find no pre-set ‘one size fits all’ wellness packages. But, you are welcome to arrive with goals in mind and work together with your dedicated wellness concierge to customise a unique programme of activities strategically designed towards reaching your goals. Unless you want a precisely defined schedule, which the staff are happy to provide, a flexible approach to wellness which encourages spontaneity and curiosity is practiced. Wake up early and meditate, if cooler, misty mornings inspire you. Or perhaps your inner night owl likes to wind down the day on the yoga mat. Santani is all about offering you the space, freedom and support to find your own way to peace of mind.

The Nature Lodge

The Nature Lodge is beautifully located on an escarpment 30km from Antsiranana and 7km from Montagne d’Ambre National Park offering guests an incredible space from which to explore the natural beauty of northern Madagascar. The eco-friendly lodge is made up of 12 individual stilted chalets with private terraces which offer guests panoramic views over the nearby forest and the Indian Ocean.
Set up in 2016, the owners of Hotel Nature Lodge have intensely replanted the land with endemic plants in an attempt to recover it from its former agricultural use, the plot was part of a pilot program for Environmental Impact Studies which has since been implemented across the country by the National Environmental Office.

Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa

Situated in lush, landscaped tropical gardens beside the Indian Ocean and a white sand beach, Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa offers guests an atmosphere of tranquility and simple luxury. The individually appointed thatched villas are nestled into the greenery of the gardens and linked by wooden boardwalks, the main communal areas such as the restaurant and bar are situated within thatched gazebo-style structures that blend seamlessly into the natural beauty of the area. Île Sainte-Marie has an incredible history and diverse culture; and Princesse Bora Spa & Lodge offers visitors a chance to experience incredible beauty and natural wonders, but mora mora, softly, softly. That life is to be enjoyed, not fretted away.

Chez Maggie Hotel

Chez Maggie Hotel is situated on the western coast of Madagascar, just 4km from the centre of Morondava, and provides guests with the perfect balance of beach relaxation and adventure activities. Morondava is the gateway to some incredible national parks and activities on the western coast of Madagascar and the incredibly knowledgeable hotel staff are more than happy to help book these. Chez Maggie Hotel comprises 13 individually appointed accommodations, with a variety of chalets, bungalows and rooms to suit every traveller’s need. The hotels charming garden setting is peaceful and secluded, making for an ideal base from which to explore the wonders of the Menabe region.

Hotel Parthenay Club

Nestled in over 2 hectares of lush tropical gardens and set against the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean and Pangalanes Canal, Hotel Parthenay Club offers visitors unfettered access to the beauty of the southeast coast of Madagascar. Situated just 2km from the centre of the city of Manakara, Hotel Parthenay Club allows guests a perfect balance of beachfront relaxation with all the conveniences of a more urban setting. Hotel Parthenay Club comprises a combination of individually appointed split-level bungalows, with thatched roofs, and suites with accommodation sure to be suitable for every traveller. The decor is eclectic, with rich jewel tones, handmade and antique wood furnishings and individual artistic flair throughout.

Relais Du Kirindy

Relais du Kirindy is located within Kirindy Mitea National Park. The accommodation is made up of individually appointed stilted wooden bungalows, each featuring a terrace that offers guests spectacular views over the grounds and park, home to a diversity of endemic wildlife and dotted with breathtaking baobab trees.
The onsite restaurant offers continental breakfast every morning, and an a la carte lunch and dinner menu with authentic Malagasy dishes. The dining room opens out onto the pool and bar area, where guests can enjoy a sundowner whilst enjoying the stunning surroundings.