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Masai Mara & Chyulu Hills
Imagine an intimate safari camp set right in the heart of some of the greatest predator country of Africa…This is Mara Plains Camp! Located on the northern border of the Masai Mara Game Reserve in the 30,000 acre Olare Orok Conservancy. Mara Plains Camp is a small, high quality, seven-roomed camp under canvas and on raised decks with sweeping views across Kenya’s notable savannahs. Combined with ol Donyo Lodge, located on the slopes of the Chyulu Hills National Park between the Amboseli and Tsavo West National Parks in southeast Kenya, this is truly an unforgettable trip! Its location is unrivaled with full views of Mount Kilimanjaro and in the path of traditional wildlife migration routes.
Almanara Diani Beach Resort
Located south of Mombasa, Kenya on the east coast of Africa, Diani Beach rests between the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean and open plains of the Shimba Hills National Reserve. Stretching 25 kilometres along the coastline, pearl white sands and lush green forests provide a backdrop of serenity that defines paradise. Tucked amidst the towering palms and tropical gardens, Almanara Luxury Resort sits quietly - boasting six fully inclusive villas along with a spectacular Presidential Villa. Complete with personal chef and maid services, this all-inclusive resort provides guests with the chance to enjoy 5-star luxury while experiencing the genuine cultures of Africa.
Camp Jabulani
Camp Jabulani is a family-owned and managed private luxury safari lodge located within the private Kapama Game Reserve in Hoedspruit, South Africa (in close proximity to the Kruger National Park, and scenic Mpumalanga region). With a Relais & Chateaux accreditation, this camp is guaranteed to offer first class accommodation, cuisine, facilities and personalised service. But its most notable feature is the herd of trained African elephants that were rescued by the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Visitors can experience the extraordinary impact of interacting personally with the mammoth animals on daily elephant rides (the only night safari in the world!), around the waterhole as they swim and play, and in the wild habitat surrounding their stables.
Cape Town to Cairo in Style
This incredible 25-day five star adventure takes you on a journey of discovery in style through the scenic splendours and wildlife of Africa to the ancient mysteries of Egypt. Commence your journey in the beautiful city of Cape Town before travelling north on board the Rovos Rail – the most luxurious train in the world. Experience open vehicle game drives in the Kruger National Park, gaze at the magnificent and world famous Victoria Falls before venturing to the game reserves and parks of Kenya with the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara and the seasonal world renowned annual Migration. The finale of the trip brings you to Egypt, where you’ll discover ancient times, the Pyramids of Giza, enjoy a luxury cruise on the River Nile and visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel.
Rovos Rail - Cape Town to Dar es Salaam (vv)
This 14-day journey is one of the most famous train trips in the world taking you through South Africa with stops in Kimberley, Pretoria and the Kruger National Park, and on to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. After crossing the Zambezi River you will travel north eastwards through Zambia and continue the climb towards the Zambian/Tanzanian border, almost the midpoint between Africa’s two Great Rift Valley lakes. On the last day the train passes through Selous Game Reserve (Tanzania), the largest in Africa before arriving in the bustle of Dar es Salaam.
Rovos Rail - Pretoria to Victoria Falls (vv)
This special 3-day adventure begins at Rovos Rail’s gracious station in Pretoria, departing in the morning and slowly meandering westwards through Mafikeng into Botswana. Travelling across the border into Zimbabwe, the train continues in a north-westerly direction passing Bulawayo and heading towards Hwange Game Reserve. Your journey’s end is the incomparable Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River.
Rovos Rail - Pretoria to Cape Town (vv)
Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape. Journey's end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil's Peak and Lions Head. Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein. This authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform. A stop is also made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the world's largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole.
The Blue Train - Pretoria to Cape Town (vv)
The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent rolling five-star hotel and the name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury train travel. Travelling between Pretoria and Cape Town on a 27 hour journey, you experience a world of grace, elegance and romance. The magnificent suites, each with the finest bed linen, marble tiles and gold fittings in the bathrooms, have a personal butler on call to attend to every need. Journey through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery to be found anywhere in the world.
andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve
Phinda offers six unique safari lodges within the game reserve – Mountain Lodge, poised majestically on the crest of a mountain, Rock Lodge, where the suites are carved into the rocky hillside, Forest Lodge with its floor to ceiling glass walls, Vlei Lodge, set in an open vlei with waterhole, Zuka and The Homestead, both exclusive use lodges for family and friends travelling together.
Tinga Legends & Narnia
Tinga Private Game Lodge is situated in an exclusive concession within the Kruger National Park, on the banks of the Sabie River. Guests can view the wildlife on safaris or bush walks. The Sabie River has the highest recorded density of leopards in Africa. Tinga has two luxury lodges, Legends and Narina, both offering nine suites with private game viewing deck and plunge pool.
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
Family owned and managed since November 1933, this International Award Winning private game reserve is located in the finest territory of the world famous Sabi Sand. It stretches along the perennial Sabie River which forms its natural boundary with the Kruger National Park. Ivory Lodge has been built on the banks of the Sabie River with magnificent views, extending onto the open sand banks of the Kruger National Park. There are six ultra luxurious suites with ensuite bathroom, outdoor & inside shower, courtyard, lounge with fireplace, wooden viewing deck, patio & private plunge pool.
Leopard Hills
There are eight luxurious and spacious glass-fronted suites, complete with their own sundeck and rock plunge pool, offering superb views of the African bushveld beyond. The bathrooms have both indoor and outdoor showers, opening on to a glorious view of the bush below. Aspects of nature have been incorporated into your suite, to provide the ultimate in luxury while experiencing Africa at its best.
Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda - Luxury
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is situated in the foothills of the mighty Virungas. The chain of 4,570 metre volcanoes stretching through Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, affords wonderful views of the volcanoes and the surrounding countryside. The stone cottages and the main lodge building have been beautifully constructed and appointed and the lodge is the perfect base from which to trek the endangered mountain gorilla.
Out of Africa Air Safari
Make your journey as exceptional as the destination and experience a unique combination of adventure, relaxation, service and culinary delights amid the African wilderness. Your safari in our luxury Cessna Caravan takes you to some of Kenya’s best National Parks and Reserves. With air-conditioning, personal intercom system and qualified safari guide on board, this offers something very different to any other air safari in the region.
Samburu By Air - Elephant Bedroom Camp
Set on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River this small and exclusive camp of 12 luxury tents - all furnished in comfortable African style, offers all the comforts expected of a luxury safari camp, with vibrant safari colours, original oil paintings and soft intimate lighting designed to relax guests returning from an exciting game drive. Huge herds of elephant, prides of lion or the solitary leopard amongst other game are regular visitors around the camp, providing excellent game viewing in this spectacular spot.
Londolozi Game Reserve - Varty Camp
Varty Camp is located in the Sabi Sand amongst some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the region, with incomparable leopard sightings. The eight standard and two superior chalets have private swimming pools framed by timber decks overlooking the river bank. The living spaces are raised off the ground and shaded under a cathedral of trees. The camp has a pleasantly down-to-earth quality and the emphasis on family heritage means that children always have a place here. Interconnecting rooms are available.
Londolozi Game Reserve - Founders Camp
Founders Camp is located in the Sabi Sand amongst some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the region, with incomparable leopard sightings. This charming and intimate camp of seven standard and three superior chalets creates a mood of easy luxury and a laid back welcome for discerning travellers and families alike, situated in the shade of ancient Ebony and Matumi trees along the banks of the Sand River. Family rooms are available.
Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
Born of history and inspired by the legends of fearless hunters, the exquisite eight suite Selati Camp is a tangible reminder of the grand steam train era. Each of the suites, romantically named after long-gone railway stations, is intimate and comfortable with an “Out of Africa” styling, newly renovated en-suite bathrooms and private viewing decks maintain the historical theme.
Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
Earth Lodge is a sanctuary symbolising a new era in luxury South African safari lodges. Sculpted into a slope of the earth, almost invisible in the landscape, the lodge uses texture, light and space to present a lodge like no other. Taking its cue from the surrounding environment, it has been described as the most environmentally sensitive lodge in Africa.
Zambezi Queen
This elegant and luxurious houseboat cruises the waters of the Chobe River between Botswana and Namibia, offering an incredible African experience with days spent exploring the waterways of the eastern Caprivi. Being on the river allows close up encounters of a large variety of wildlife including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, kudu, waterbuck and the shy Chobe bushbuck. Large troops of baboons are also on hand to provide plenty of entertainment with their riverside antics and within the river itself, are numerous hippos and crocodiles to add to the unending display. All 14 suites have private balconies and are elegantly furnished to the highest level.
Okavango Delta - Sanctuary Chiefs Camp
Sanctuary Chief's Camp is located on Chief's Island, one of the many islands created by the seasonal floodwaters of the Okavango. The island was named after Chief Moremi, the hereditary king of the area who used the lands as his royal hunting grounds. The vast number of animals who congregate here make it easy to understand why the area was put aside for the chief. It was Moremi's people, the Tawana, who turned it into a reserve where animals are protected.
Okavango Delta - Sanctuary Baines Camp
Sanctuary Baines' Camp is located on a huge private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, home to some of the most spectacular wildlife on Earth. This is Sanctuary's smallest and most intimate camp, with only five luxurious suites.
Tanzania In Style
This spectacular fly/drive safari allows you to explore Tanzania’s best reserves and national parks in style. Experience a journey of contrast from the rich game plains of the famous Serengeti to the unique environment of the Ngorongoro Crater and the saltpans of Lake Manyara.
Elewana Air Safari
In Kiswahili ‘Elewana’ means ‘Harmony’, and this breathtaking air safari combines the game rich wilderness of Northern Tanzania with a luxurious aircraft and stylish accommodation. This journey, in an executive styled Cessna Caravan, takes you to some of Tanzania’s best National Parks, offering a unique air safari in the region.
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