Lodge – Page 8 – Pure Breaks

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.

Tongabezi Lodge

Tongabezi Lodge is located on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zambia, just a short journey away from the magnificent Victoria Falls. Guests can stay in a variety of unique and eclectic houses or cottages, each with their own unique character, features, and stunning view of the Zambezi; and are suitable for couples wanting a romantic getaway, groups of friends or families. The main lodge has an open dining area – where guests can feast on delicious food – a gym, and sparkling swimming pools, with poolside bars.
The lodge is ideally located for prime exploration of the area, adventure out on foot, on a game drive, or on a boat safari and find out about the wonders of the area. Day trip to Victoria Falls and marvel at its striking beauty, or immerse yourself in nature in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park – guests will never be bored with the range of activities on offer, and can finish their days relaxing at the sand bar, or dining in the middle of the glorious Zambezi, creating memories which will last a lifetime.

Sanctuary Olonana Camp

Sanctuary Olonana is an opulent riverside safari lodge in the heart of the Maasai Mara. With 14 glass-sided suites and the newly opened Geoffrey Kent Suite, this destination has the perfect balance between a sense of community between travellers and seclusion with ample peace and quiet. Every experience on this safari has been specially tailored to reflect and immerse you in the countless wonders offered by the Mara, from game drives and hot air balloon rides to Maasai village visits and meeting local schoolchildren. Sanctuary Olonana has committed itself to a sustainable ethos and is a shining example of eco-tourism with its light ‘footprint’ on the environment.

Anavilhanas Lodge

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is a stunning jungle hotel set on the banks of the Amazon river, right by the Rio Negro. It offers upscale accommodation within a truly remote setting, combining the serenity of the jungle with the modern comforts of luxury hotels. All guests will enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack as the rate includes full-board service, meaning you can enjoy fresh regional dishes daily.

Gal Oya Lodge

Spread discreetly across 20 acres of evergreen forest and open savannah is the Gal Oya Lodge, in the middle of the national park of the same name. This ecolodge boasts luxury accommodation while prioritising the environmental wellbeing of the ecosystem around it. Out from the seclusion of the private, sustainability built bungalows, the Gal Oya National Park is teeming with life; watch elephants swim between islands or bath at the lakeside, spot one of hundreds of species of bird, or explore the bountiful plant-life. In this untouched corner of the world nature lives in abundance and with a choice of many different activities, or just from relaxing by the pool, you can enjoy its splendour. Located next to the indigenous Zedda community, the Lodge works in collaboration with them to protect the local environment and educate and inform guests on traditional Sri Lankan life. Whether you want to enjoy a glass of wine on the wrap-around veranda of your bungalow or adventure out on a jungle safari, Gal Oya Lodge is the secluded paradise you’ve been searching for.

Flameback Eco Lodge

Tucked in a lush eco garden in Weerawila, surrounded by the cheerful chirps of endemic bird species, Flameback Eco Lodge offers a spectacular view of the tranquil Weerawila lake. The luxury tented lodges offer a peaceful place to rejuvenate yourself around the numerous activities you can do in the surrounding areas. The delicious cuisine is organic and sourced from local communities so your eco-friendly glamping experience will help the local area.

Rainforest Expeditions Lodges

Rainforest Expeditions Lodges operate three luxury jungle lodges and one Villa in the Tambopata National Reserve. Their expeditions offer immersion in nature as well as a cultural exchange in the Peruvian Amazon aimed at providing a comprehensive experience of the rainforest. Guests have high chances to see up to eights species of monkeys, over 500 species of birds, a herd of hundreds of white lipped peccary, giant river otters, and even jaguars.

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge lies in the heart of a botanical wonderland, adjacent to the Tambopata National Reserve where wildlife and birdlife are in abundance. The lodge consists of 35 wooden cabanas, perfectly positioned on the banks of the Madre de Dios River, where guests can immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty and connect with the tropical plants and scenery. Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is a bird enthusiast’s paradise, home to 540 exotic bird types, many of which are unique to the rainforest. The sprawling rainforest is alive with exotic wildlife which guests can enjoy viewing from the comfort of their cabana, and in 2013, this amazing lodge was listed as one of the world’s 25 best eco-lodges by National Geographic Traveller magazine.