African Accommodation

!Xaus Lodge caters to eco-tourists who visit the Kgalakgadi National Park, which conserves a slice of the Kalahari, a vast semidesert landscape with unique flora and fauna that stretches as far north as the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Twelve comfortable chalets that overlook a salt pan and waterhole accommodate guests.

&Beyond Benguerra Island offers an exclusive tropical island escape in Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago. Stay in luxury villas and enjoy snorkeling, fishing, dhow cruises, beach picnics, and breathtaking Indian Ocean scenery.

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is located in the NamibRand Nature Reserve near one of Namibia’s most popular attractions; the otherworldly landscape and towering dunes of Sossusvlei. Unique desert-oriented activities fill the agenda, from dining on a dune to star-gazing.

131 On Herbert Baker offers affordably style and luxury a few minutes from the Pretoria CBD. The guest house is located in a gated security community in Groenkloof. It provides nine sumptuous bedrooms with views of the city skyline.

Enjoy boutique luxury at the Abalone Hotel in Paternoster's small West Coast town. The hotel is 200 m from the ocean in this quiet fishing town with whitewashed houses, hospitable people, and glorious views.

Abu Camp is one of the most exclusive and remote safari lodges in the Okavango Delta. Named after the camp’s first elephant - a retired actor and bull elephant - Abu Camp now offers the most authentic and insightful elephant-back safaris and elephant interactions.

Addo Main Camp is set within South Africa's Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape province. The rest camp-style accommodation is basic but comfortable, and offers Big Five game viewing in a malaria-free wilderness.

Adley House is a Victorian-style guest house in Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo. The four-star establishment offers comfortable overnight accommodation on tours that visit the Garden Route region or pass through the Karoo en route to the Winelands.

Africa on Foot is an intimate camp in the Klaserie Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National. The camp is renowned for the walking safaris and informative game drives conducted by experienced rangers and trackers in the heart of Big Five country.

Agulhas Country Lodge is located a stone's throw from the southernmost tip of the African continent. The guest house is perched on a rocky hill with spectacular views of where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.

Ai-Aiba Rock Painting Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in the remote Damaraland Region of Namibia. The Lodge overlooks the 'Brandberg,' Namibia's highest mountain. It is in an area with many well-preserved San Rock Art and Rock Carving examples.

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel is one of the premier accommodations in South Africa's epicurean capital - Franschhoek. This five-star property offers a refined Wineland getaway amongst the historic town's leafy suburbs.

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort provides an idyllic beach escape on a tropical island of the Mozambique coast. Savor fresh coastal cuisine and relax in tranquil villas. Activities on offer include snorkeling, diving, fishing, and dhow cruises in the Indian Ocean.

Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort is an exclusive tropical island retreat in the Quirimbas Archipelago off northern Mozambique. Stay in stilted luxury villas and enjoy diving, snorkeling, dhow cruises, and moonlit dinners on the beach.

Anderssons is the smallest and most intimate safari camp in the Ongava Private Game Reserve adjacent to Etosha National Park. The lodge offers luxury accommodations and an unforgettable safari experience.

Angels View is a luxury hotel near Graskop, located dramatically on the Drakensberg Escarpment along the Panorama Route. It offers sweeping vistas of the Lowveld, combining modern design with quality amenities, making it a prime base for exploring Mpumalanga's natural wonders

Aquila Safari Lodge is on a small reserve a few hours' drive from South Africa's Mother City, Cape Town. It is the closest reserve to Cape Town, where you can enjoy a Big Five safari, but it does not compete with the country's other Big Five areas.

Arabella is a five-star hotel in the scenic coastal Overberg region famous for its handsome golf course, which overlooks the Kleinmond Lagoon. During June and November, this area is ideal for land-based whale watching.

Arathusa Safari Lodge offers affordable four-star accommodation in a tranquil setting in the northern region of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Cozy thatched chalets face the natural lake, where animals often visit for a drink.

Arniston Hotel is named for the quiet seaside village in which it is located, perched along a wild stretch of beach in the coastal Overberg. The fascinating Waenshuiskrans Caves and immense roving sand dunes are located nearby.

Ashbourne House is a charming four-star guest house in the Cape Winelands town of Franschhoek. With vine-shaded patios and manicured gardens, it offers the ideal base for exploring South Africa's award-winning vineyards.

Auberge Burgundy offers luxury accommodation on South Africa's 'Whale Route.' It overlooks the Old Harbor and Walker Bay in the charming seaside town of Hermanus. Guests might even spot whales splashing about in Walker Bay.

Auberge Clermont is an inviting guest house on a historic vineyard and fruit farm in the Franschhoek Valley. The rural surroundings and the fine wine estates in the region will provide both a tranquil and titillating experience.

Avondrood is one of the top four-star luxury guest houses in Franschhoek. Just a short stroll from the town's main street with its variety of gourmet cafes and restaurants, It is the ideal base to explore the captivating Cape Winelands.

Azura Benguerra Island combines beachfront luxury with pristine scuba diving and snorkeling near the island oasis of Benguerra off Mozambique. Crabs Island day trips and dhow cruises enhance the castaway experience.

Enjoy the tropical beaches of Vilanculos in Mozambique while staying at the Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel. The hotel is easily accessible from Vilanculos Airport. It offers a variety of ocean and land-based activities.

Baines Camp is an exclusive, intimate safari camp built on raised wooden platforms above the Boro River in Botswana's illustrious Okavango Delta. The camp is in a pristine private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve.

The crater of an extinct volcano serves as the setting for Bakubung Bush Lodge in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The lodge offers ample, comfortable accommodation in studio rooms and chalets and is suited to families.

Protea Hotel Balalaika is a four-star hotel in Johannesburg's exclusive Sandton suburb, a mere two-minute walk from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and a fine range of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.

At Baobab Ridge Game Lodge, seasoned, trained guides accompany clients on bush walks and game drives in the Klaserie Private Game Reserve. Baobab Ridge is a luxurious small camp with exceptional service.

The Beach Hotel Swakopmund overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is a mere fifty meters from the beach. It is centrally located in Swakopmund, the premier coastal town in Namibia, with its distinct German character.

Beach Villa Wilderness commands a tremendous setting with unobstructed beach and ocean views in the heart of the Garden Route. Here, you will enjoy luxury accommodations and various outdoor and family pursuits.

Birkenhead House is an opulent seaside retreat on the edge of the Overberg town of Hermanus. The five-star establishment overlooks a pristine slice of beach, along with the deep blue swell of the Atlantic Ocean. Whales frequent these waters between June and November.

Black Rhino Game Lodge offers intimate four-star accommodation in a private concession in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. A malaria-free wilderness, this area is ideal for family safaris or those who do not wish to venture too far from Johannesburg for their safari.

Bosavern is a welcoming family-friendly guest house in the popular Garden Route town of Plettenberg Bay. It is perched high on a hilltop with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy easy access to fine beaches and a wealth of adventurous activities.

White Lady Lodge is a basic but wonderfully tranquil property in Namibia's Damaraland region. It is located at the foot of the country's highest mountain, the Brandberg, and offers easy access to the famous White Lady rock art site.

Buffelsdrift is a game lodge on a unique reserve in the Little Karoo just beyond Oudtshoorn. The luxury tented suites overlook a generous waterhole. Safari activities range from game drives to elephant walks and meerkat safaris.

Buhala is a luxurious five-star lodge overlooking the Crocodile River on the southern boundary of the Kruger National Park. The lodge also offers access to the exclusive Gary Player-designed Leopard Creek, one of South Africa's finest golf courses.

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge offers a scenic Zambezi River escape in northwest Zimbabwe, renowned for tiger fishing, boating, and walking safaris. Enjoy luxurious tent accommodations and spectacular sunsets over Lake Kariba.

Bushmans Kloof is set in a sprawling nature reserve in the unique Cederberg region of the Western Cape. This exclusive five-star property offers fine dining and a wealth of outdoor pursuits, from visiting rock art sites to nature drives, kayaking, hiking, and fishing.

The Cabanas at Sun City is a family-friendly hotel ideal for visitors to the sprawling Sun City entertainment complex who are looking for something on the more affordable side of things.

"Truly unique" are the first words that come to mind when describing the luxurious Camp Kipwe in Namibia's Damaraland. Whether you opt for a standard room or mini-suite, your stay at Camp Kipwe will be elegant and intimate, with absolute exclusivity.

Camp Moremi is located in the pristine wilderness of the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta. This painstakingly protected area hosts an abundance of wildlife, which you may often observe from the raised deck of your safari tent.

Camp Okavango is one of the delta’s larger and more moderately priced safari camps. The surrounding environment is particularly marshy, and the camp’s position on the remote Nxaragha Island means that only water-based safari activities and game walks are offered.

Xakanaxa provides visitors with the unique opportunity to enjoy both land- and water-based game viewing year-round. The camp’s 12 tents are certainly not the most luxurious in the delta, but their basic canvas-style and traditional furnishings emit an inherently African ambiance.

Camps Bay Retreat is a gem on a four-acre nature reserve with a natural mountain pool, streams, and a waterfall. This luxury boutique hotel offers inspiring ocean vistas and views of majestic mountains.

Set amongst granite boulders on a seemingly endless plain, Canyon Lodge is an ideal base from which to enjoy some of the spectacular scenery offered by the Fish River Canyon, either from one of the viewpoints or alternatively on a hike through the area.

The Cape Cadogan is a boutique hotel within a handsomely preserved historic building in the heart of Cape Town's City Bowl. Enjoy a wealth of superb restaurants within walking distance, plush four-star accommodation, and five-star service.

The Cape Grace is one of the most exclusive hotels in South Africa. This five-star establishment, set on a private quay at the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, has sumptuous interiors and high service standards.

The Cape Heritage is located in Cape Town's historical heart, an easy distance from the Castle of Good Hope and the Company's Gardens. Overlooking Heritage Square, this four-star boutique hotel offers great insight into the Cape Town of yesteryear.

The Cascades at Sun City is one of the mid-level hotel options at South Africa's 'Kingdom of Pleasure.' It is a luxury five-star property with a more moderate price tag than The Palace Hotel, offering exquisite lodgings for visitors to Sun City.

Castello di Monte is a five-star guest house perched on a hill in the exclusive Waterkloof suburb of South Africa's capital, Pretoria. Enjoy sprawling views of the 'Jacaranda City' and luxurious Tuscan-style accommodation.

Cathedral Peak is a Drakensberg hotel that dates back to 1939. This local institution offers access to all the outdoor pursuits provided by South Africa's most significant mountain range, from hiking and mountain climbing to fishing and horse riding.

Chez Pierre offers an intimate stay on Leisure Island in the coastal town of Knysna on South Africa's Garden Route. The region is one of the most beautiful in the country, with towering mountains, fine beaches, and indigenous forests.

Chief's Camp is located on the famous Chief's Island, the former hunting grounds of Chief Moremi in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve. This is only a bit of land in the Okavango Delta where rhinos can still be encountered. The Camp is intimate, exclusive, and luxurious.

Chobe Chilwero is the most luxurious and exclusive lodge adjacent to the northern part of Chobe National Park. Built on its border overlooking the vast floodplains, Chobe Chilwero hosts 15 lavish thatched suites with exquisite furnishings and fittings. Safari activities available include game drives and sunset cruises.

Chobe Game Lodge is one of Botswana's most established safari lodges and the only permanent lodge inside the Chobe National Park. With 48 rooms and four suites, the lodge provides ample accommodation and fantastic game drive experiences.

Chobe Marina is a moderately priced, four-star safari-oriented hotel 15 minutes drive from the entrance to the Chobe National Park. The property offers daily excursions into the park through traditional 4x4 game drives and river cruises.

Chobe Safari Lodge offers various types of accommodation. The lodge has existed since 1959, focusing on affordable lodgings near the access gate to Chobe National Park, one of Botswana's most important conservation areas.

Chobe Under Canvas offers 'glamping' in the Chobe National Park. The mobile safari tents offer a more intimate encounter with the park's wilderness and typical safari activities like river cruises on the Chobe and open 4x4 game drives.

Clifftop Lodge is a four-star safari lodge in the Big Five-bearing Welgevonden Game Reserve, a few hours from Johannesburg. Perched on a hill overlooking the beautiful wilderness of the Waterberg, the setting is quite spectacular.

The Coach House Hotel is a classic colonial-style property near the cozy Limpopo town of Tzaneen. It offers convenient and affordable accommodation en route to the northern Kruger National Park or for those visiting the Magoesbaskloof region.

Coral Lodge provides personalized service and oceanfront relaxation on Ilha de Mozambique. Enjoy direct beach access, spectacular Indian Ocean views, a pool, and a sun deck. Available activities include fishing, scuba diving, and whale watching.

Critchley Hackle offers an inviting countryside retreat in the Mpumalanga Highlands town of Dullstroom - the trout capital of South Africa. The handsome sandstone buildings surround a generous trout pond and offer easy access to various country pursuits.

Damara Mopane Lodge is located within one of Namibia's most captivating unique regions - Damaraland. Each chalet has its own traditional vegetable garden. The lodge is a convenient distance from the famous Twyfelfontein rock art site.

The four-star David Livingstone Safari Lodge has an authentic African safari atmosphere and luxurious amenities such as an on-site spa. The lodge is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, not far from the town of Livingstone

There is a variety of accommodation options at the De Hoop nature reserve. The collection of accommodation options range from basic but comfortable en-suite rooms to very luxurious rooms. In all cases, meals are enjoyed at the Fig Tree Restaurant.

Deception Valley Lodge is in a private concession adjacent to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. This reserve is one of Africa's largest and most remote conservation areas. Safaris are conducted in a harsh land of rugged beauty where you can spot the famed Kalahari Lion.

Delaire Graff is one of the most exclusive accommodations in the Cape Winelands. A short distance from the historic town of Stellenbosch, the hotel overlooks a working wine farm and offers extravagant touches like plunge pools and butler services.

Desert Breeze Lodge is located on the banks of the Swakop River, a short distance from the town center. The four-star property's en suite bungalows are practically overwhelmed by the stark desert scenery surrounding them.

Near the entrance to Sossusvlei with its towering red dunes, Desert Camp offers comfortable accommodation in twenty-tented structures with incredible views of the surrounding desert landscape. This region of Namibia is a stargazer's paradise.

Klein Aus Vista's Desert Horse Inn offers cozy accommodation in a remote area between the historic mining town of Kolmanskop, the coastal hub of Luderitz and the Garub waterhole, often visited by a herd of wild horses.

Dinaka is in an exclusive private conservancy on the northern edge of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. It is a small camp with seven spacious tented suites from where game drives are conducted in search of the Kalahari lion and other hardy species like oryx, springbok, and Brown Hyena.

Dolomite Camp consists of luxury en suite safari tents built on a dolomite outcrop in the restricted western section of the Etosha National Park. The camp offers splendid views of the surrounding plains and comfortable accommodations in Namibia's grandest national park.

Dulini Leadwood Lodge is one of the smallest and most luxurious safari lodges in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. With only four opulent suites, Leadwood offers exceptional service and a unique Big Five safari experience.

Dulini Moya Lodge is located in the world-renowned wilderness of the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. It is one of the reserve's most exclusive properties. Enjoy the greater Kruger National Park's wealth of wildlife with an added touch of sheer safari luxury.

With only six opulent suites, Dulini River Lodge is one of the most intimate and exclusive properties in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Towering ebony trees surround the handsome lodge. Enjoy unforgettable Big Five game viewing and luxurious accommodation.

Eagle Island Lodge overlooks a tranquil lagoon in the northeastern corner of the Okavango Delta - a truly romantic and remote setting. Safari activities conducted from the lodge include walking safaris and water-based game viewing in either a motorized boat or a traditional canoe.

Ekhutuleni is a small lodge in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Reserve. The lodge is ideal for a Big Five family safari in one of South Africa's most picturesque reserves. Guests are accommodated in five suites overlooking the surrounding hills and savanna plains.

Situated in the Eastern Cape, this colonial farmhouse is the perfect base for safari trips to the Addo Elephant National Park. Nine en suite bedrooms offer comfortable yet deluxe accommodations in a tranquil garden setting.

Five colonial-style rondavels and six glass-fronted suites offer guests an extravagant experience at the four-star Elephant Plains Lodge. The Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve abounds in wildlife, and guests will encounter magnificent animals on their daily 4x4 game drives.

Ellerman House is one of the most exclusive properties in Cape Town. The five-star boutique hotel offers plush accommodations overlooking the suburb of Bantry Bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond it. Enjoy opulent accommodations and exceptional service.

Escape to the Beach in Wilderness is an esteemed establishment steps from the ocean. Each thoughtfully designed room is a luxury reprieve with glorious ocean views in the heart of the South African Garden Route.

Etosha Mountain Lodge provides luxury accommodation in the large Etosha Heights Private Reserve on the southwestern border of Etosha National Park. The bungalows are perched on a hill with glorious views across the savanna plains below.

Etosha Safari Camp offers comfortable safari accommodation on the edge of Namibia's famous Etosha National Park. The chalets are spread out for privacy and enjoy beautiful views across this unique wilderness.

Etosha Village is 2 km from Andersson Gate and provides affordable accommodation on the edge of Etosha National Park. The cozy rooms have warm, inviting interiors, combining rustic and luxury elements for an authentic experience.

Ezulwini River Lodge is built beneath massive fig and mahogany trees on the banks of the Olifants River in Balule Private Reserve. Activities at the lodge focus on game viewing and birdwatching - during bush walks and open 4X4 game drives.

The five-star Fancourt Hotel provides access to three of the finest golf courses in South Africa - Links, Montagu, and Outeniqua. The hotel boasts 115 rooms of varying levels, all invitingly spacious and plush, with views across the golf courses or the Ounteniqua Mountains.

Fish River Lodge offers some of the finest accommodations in southern Namibia. It is built on the canyon's edge, for which it was named. Here, you will enjoy luxury and fantastic views of the natural wonder.

Fitzpatrick's at Jock is a luxury safari lodge set on a private concession inside the renowned Kruger National Park, South Africa's most revered wilderness area. It is an intimate lodge with only three rooms.

Franschhoek Country House offers five-star boutique hotel accommodation a short distance outside town. With a gourmet restaurant, exquisite furnishings, and beautiful surroundings, Franschhoek Country House provides an inviting base for a Winelands tour.

Fugitives Drift Lodge is located amongst the historic battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal on a 5,000-acre nature conservancy. Gain insight into the battles of the Boers, British, and Zulus while relishing the beautiful natural scenery.

Fynbos Ridge is a family-friendly guest house a short distance from Plettenberg Bay in the ancient forests of the Garden Route. The five-star property is an excellent base for exploring the beaches and attractions of this much-favored slice of South Africa.

Gaikou Lodge is a guest house in Swellendam in South Africa's Overberg Region. The family-friendly four-star lodge can accommodate twenty-four people in this beautiful area at the foot of the Langerberg Mountains. The region is home to national parks and nature reserves.

Ghost Mountain Inn is located in the Zululand region of KwaZulu-Natal, a rural area where nature regularly overlaps with village life. A highlight of your stay is sure to be a boat cruise on Lake Jozini, which elephants regularly visit for swimming.

Panoramic views of Langebaan Lagoon can be savored when staying at the 4-star graded Glenfinnan guest house on South Africa's West Coast. It is near the main beach, and the West Coast National Park is only 5 minutes away.

Gorah Elephant Camp offers exclusive luxury tented lodgings in the Big Five-hosting Addo Elephant National Park. The camp was the first private lodge in a national park in South Africa. Enjoy uninterrupted views and many sightings of the majestic grey giants.

Grande Roche is an exclusive five-star hotel that overlooks the vineyards and mountains surrounding the Cape Winelands town of Paarl. The hotel boasts authentic Cape Dutch-style architecture, and its Bosman's restaurant is one of the finest in the area.

The lodge overlooks an ancient Milkwood Forest in the Grootbos Reserve near Gansbay. Here, visitors are immersed in nature and have various activities, including hikes, horse riding, and game viewing.

Grootbos is a five-star lodge set in a private nature reserve just outside the Overberg town of Hermanus. This region is ideal for land-based whale watching, wine tasting in the inimitable Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, or unwinding in natural coastal splendor.

Hacklewood Hill is one of the finest accommodations in Port Elizabeth. The five-star country house was built in 1898 and offers luxurious accommodations for visitors en route to the Shamwari Game Reserve or Addo Elephant National Park.

Halali Camp is in the central part of Etosha National Park. The camp has a floodlit waterhole famous for black and white rhino sightings. Daily safari activities are conducted in the surrounding area of the national park.

Located on a private concession within the Kruger National Park, the unique Hamiltons Tented Camp features six individual tents connected to the main lodge by wooden walkways. The tents exude luxury and old-world elegance.

Hansa Hotel in Namibia's seaside resort town of Swakopmund was built in 1905. Today, this four-star hotel is practically a local landmark and is highly revered for the gourmet meals of its on-site restaurant. It is located very near to the heart of the town.

The luxurious Harbour House Hotel in Hermanus is prominent in the town's Old Harbor. It offers prime views of the whale-rich Walker Bay and provides various accommodation options, from luxury rooms to serviced apartments.

Hartford House is an exclusive five-star boutique hotel in the picturesque Midlands Meander of the KwaZulu-Natal province. The property forms part of Summerhill Stud, which hosts the First Family of Dubai's stallions.

Highgrove House is a fine, five-star estate in the Lowveld of Mpumalanga. The luxurious country hotel is only 20 minutes from the Kruger National Park in a region with adventures and attractions, including the scenic Panorama Route.

Hilltop Camp offers comfortable accommodation in South Africa's oldest game park - Hluhluwe. The reserve is the finest destination in South Africa to encounter black and white rhinos, along with the other members of the Big Five.

Hoanib Valley Camp offers a unique immersion into the harsh and beautiful landscape of Kaokoland, one of the most remote areas in Namibia. Accommodation is provided in six tented suites.

Hotel Heinitzburg is one of the premier accommodations in Namibia's capital city, Windhoek. The hotel encompasses one of Windhoek's three historic castles - the Heinitzburg - and offers unique accommodations with luxury touches.

Combine luxury and culture at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge in the heart of the Kruger National Park. The lavish suites have been uniquely designed in a conical shape and decorated in earth-like hues to create the perfect setting for your safari getaway.

Enjoy magnificent views of the Knysna Estuary from Hudson Manor, perched on an escarpment overlooking the area. Tranquility, a unique art collection, luxury accommodation, and strolls around the small farm will be highlights of your visit.

Idube Game Lodge is one of the finest four-star properties in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The lodge has nine very comfortable safari chalets with en suite bathrooms and two Makubela Suites - an exclusive upgrade that can be converted into a single inter-leading unit for families.

Ilala Lodge offers well-appointed downtown accommodations in the heart of vibrant Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Unwind poolside between activities like a tour of the iconic falls, village visits, shopping, and dining.

Imbali Safari Lodge is located on a private concession within the heart of Kruger National Park itself. Each luxury suite boasts a private Jacuzzi or plunge pool and uninterrupted views of the enchanting bushveld. Two open 4x4 game drives are conducted daily.

Located in the malaria-free Madikwe Private Game Reserve, the five-star Impodimo Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the heart of lion country. Enjoy extravagant lodgings with breathtaking views of the bush and two game drives daily.

This luxury lodge in Pilanesberg National Park offers malaria-free safaris in this unique wilderness area, led by experienced rangers and trackers. It is about two and a half hours from Johannesburg and is close to Sun City.

Jack’s Camp is one of the continent’s most remote safari camps. Bordering the seemingly endless, flat expanse of the Makgadikgadi Pan, the Camp’s stylish tents evoke the sensation of a nomadic camp fitted with sumptuous plunder like Persian rugs and exotic furniture.

The main Jock Lodge within Jock Safari Lodge's private Kruger National Park concession hosts 12 thatched suites overlooking a dry riverbed in the southern reaches of the park. The five-star lodge is family-friendly and offers a 'Kids on Safari' program for the little ones.

Overlooking the Xudum River in the southwest Okavango Delta, Kanana offers an exclusive safari in Botswana's premier conservation area. It is a small and exclusive safari camp with only seven tented suites. Both land and water-based safaris are conducted from Kanana.

Kanga is a small, luxury safari camp set in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe's premier safari destination. You can enjoy game drives and bush walks with local rangers and trackers from Kanga and can experience water-based safaris on the Zambezi River.

Relax and unwind in Knysna on the Garden Route. Boutique luxury and elegance make Kanonkop House an ideal 5-star graded property to explore the natural treasures and enjoy activities in this beautiful region of South Africa.

Kapama Buffalo Camp is an intimate, tented safari hideaway in the 13,000-ha Kapama Private Game Reserve. With only ten plush, tented suites of stone, wood, and canvas, the four-star property is one of the reserve's smaller and more exclusive accommodations.

Karula offers a luxurious and secluded bush getaway on the banks of the Klaserie River in Kapama Private Game Reserve. Safari adventures conducted from the lodge include Big Five Game viewing with well-trained safari rangers.

Kapama Southern Camp accommodates guests in lavishly appointed suites and family villas. With its relaxed atmosphere, the camp is ideal for families who wish to experience an unforgettable safari in South Africa.

Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor is built in pristine bushveld in Rietspruit Game Reserve near Hoedspruit. It offers a luxury stay and Big 5 game viewing near the Kruger National Park.

Khwai Leadwood Lodge is in the Khwai concession north of the Moremi Game Reserve. It is built on the edge of the Khwai River and consists of six standard units and one family unit.

Kings Camp's five-star colonial-style thatched suites offer a wonderful African safari ambiance with indelibly plush fittings. Timbavati offers a luxurious Greater Kruger National Park safari experience without the visitor density of the more popular reserves.

Kings Pool Camp is a top-end safari lodge and counts amongst Botswana’s finest. Overlooking a lustrous lagoon in the Linyanti safari area, the camp is named after a Scandinavian monarch who once camped on these pristine shores. The nine luxurious suites are palatial.

Kirkman's Kamp provides luxurious five-star accommodation in the Greater Kruger's Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The lodge is the restored homestead of Harry Kirkman, one of the reserve's original farm owners who helped pioneer conservation in South Africa.

Klaserie Drift Misava Camp is in the Klaserie Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger Park conservation area. It is a five-star boutique lodge where knowledgeable rangers and trackers conduct daily safari adventures.

Knysna Hollow is a handsome four-star country hotel near the Knysna Lagoon, offering affordable accommodation for your adventurous pursuits on the Garden Route. The rambling estate hosts 87 rooms and chalets in a tranquil garden setting.

Kruger Gate Hotel is located just outside the Paul Kruger Gate of the famous Kruger National Park, providing comfortable four-star accommodation and easy access for your daily guided game drives in the park.

Kwessi Dunes is in Namibia's stunning NamibRand Nature Reserve near Sossusvlei. Guests are accommodated in twelve air-conditioned chalets with glorious views of the desert and distant mountains.

Lanzerac is one of the finest examples of preserved Cape Dutch architecture. Dating back to 1692, this historic wine estate offers luxury five-star accommodation that hearkens back to the opulence of yesteryear. It is situated right on the edge of Stellenbosch.

The five-star Le Franschhoek Hotel is located a short distance from the town on a tranquil estate surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. Unwind in plush, airy environments or pamper yourself with a luxurious spa treatment.

Le Mirage is an isolated hotel that, in the vast expanse of the Namib Desert, abruptly appears in the middle of nowhere. An interesting stone structure converted from an old German fort, the hotel offers convenient access to Sossusvlei and the Namib-Naukluft National Park.

Leeu House offers intimate five-star accommodation in the heart of Franschhoek. All the plush bedrooms have been individually styled and are surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens. Most popular restaurants are located nearby.

This unique lodge overlooks a stretch of pristine beach in the De Hoop nature reserve in South Africa's Southern Cape. Here, you can enjoy nature and beach hikes, see diverse animal species, and savor exceptional whale watching in season.

The Observatory is an exclusive private safari lodge with three suites, designed by renowned architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens. All imaginable luxuries are standard throughout. Serviced by a chef, butler, and maid and equipped with a heated pool and jacuzzi, guests can relax in the lap of luxury.

Every comfort imaginable can be experienced on South African safaris at Leopard Hills Lodge. Its eight glass-fronted suites are set on a hill overlooking a waterhole in South Africa's premier private game reserve, Greater Kruger's Sabi Sand.

Leroo La Tau is in a private concession adjacent to the Botete River, which attracts large numbers of animals to this arid region of the Kalahari. The lodge provides accommodation in twelve tented suites with views of the river.

Letaba Rest Camp is one of the most beautifully laid out rest camps in the Kruger National Park. It overlooks the perennial Letaba River from an elevated perch and houses the Kruger Park Elephant Museum. The surrounding mopane lures numerous herds.

The Chobe enclave teems with wildlife. It is a private concession bordered by the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, and Linyanti Bush Camp is located there. Six luxury tents accommodate guests on safari in this wilderness paradise.

Linyanti Ebony is one of Botswana's smallest and most exclusive safari camps, with only four tented suites. The Linyanti safari area is a diverse ecosystem with permanent water attracting substantial numbers of animals, especially during the dry season.

Linyanti Expeditions is a seasonal safari camp on the southern banks of the Linyanti River in northwestern Botswana. It is set in a private concession with grassland views, a riverine forest, and meandering lagoons. Giant herds of elephants and buffaloes are often seen here.

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is one of the world's finest lodges. Guests at one of the lodge's six ultra-luxurious villas experience unforgettable safaris in South Africa's Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Two open-air game drives are conducted daily.

Lion Sands Narina Lodge overlooks the prolific Sabie River from within a private concession in the southern Kruger National Park. The ultra-luxurious lodge boasts opulent suites with private viewing decks and personal plunge pools.

This luxury African safari lodge overlooks the Sabie River. Lion Sands River Lodge offers a five-star experience in the world-renowned Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The spacious lodge hosts eighteen lavish suites.

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge enjoys prime real estate on a private concession in the southern Kruger National Park. The luxurious property hosts nine spacious suites overlooking the perennial Sabie River, which lures a wealth of wildlife to its fertile banks.

Little Ongava is the most luxurious accommodation available in Etosha National Park. Its handful of glass-fronted suites overlook a vast wilderness area. The accommodations include private viewing decks, lavish lounges, freestanding baths, and outdoor showers.

Londolozi has been offering luxury safaris in South Africa's Greater Kruger National Park area for decades. When staying at Tree Camp, you are assured of exceptional game viewing, top quality lodgings and absolutely impeccable service.

Lower Sabie Rest Camp enjoys prime riverfront real estate on the banks of the Sabie River in the southern Kruger National Park. The camp offers a variety of accommodations, from fully-equipped tented units to spacious modern guest houses.

Luangwa River Camp is an intimate, four-star safari camp, hosting five thatched chalets and splendid views over the prolific Luangwa River in the South Luangwa National Park. Seasonal boating on the river provides an exciting alternative to game drives.

Lukimbi Safari Lodge enjoys prime Kruger National Park real estate, located in a private concession in the park itself. With eight classic and two premier suites, the lodge offers five-star accommodations with genuine warmth and charm.

Machangulo Beach Lodge borders Mozambique's untouched Pomene Reserve. The lodge has chic beachfront villas overlooking the Indian Ocean. Enjoy world-class snorkeling, fishing, diving, and whale watching from your doorstep.

Madikwe Hills offers luxury amenities like private suites, outdoor baths and al fresco dining under the starry night sky. Set in the malaria-free Madikwe Private Game Reserve, Madikwe Hills offers a wonderful Big Five safari getaway.

Madikwe Safari Lodge consists of three small lodges - Dithaba, Lelapa, and Kopano - offering intimate luxury and incredible game viewing. Madikwe's malaria-free wilderness makes it an excellent choice for a luxury family safari in South Africa.

Maison Chablis is an intimate four-star guest house in tranquil gardens a block and a half from Franschhoek's main street. The service is warm, friendly, and personal, while the accommodations are stylish and sumptuous.

Mala Mala Main Camp is one of the finest private safari lodges in South Africa. In its own private Big Five-bearing reserve, staying in one of Mala Mala's luxury suites will ensure spectacular sightings and an extravagant experience.

Maliba Mountain Lodge is surrounded by majestic mountain scenery in Lesotho, a small mountain kingdom surrounded by South Africa, often called 'The Roof of Africa.'

The lodge is in a private concession about an hour from Victoria Falls. Matetsi River Lodge offers luxury accommodations on the banks of the Zambezi River. At Matetsi, guests can experience various land and water-based safari activities.

Melkboomsdrift Guest House overlooks the Olifants River between Ludzville and Vredendal on South Africa's West Coast. It offers various accommodation options ranging from 4-star bed and breakfast to self-catering.

All Mes Amis Beach Guest House rooms offer spectacular views across Wilderness Beach and the Indian Ocean. It is an intimate four-star property with intimate service in an area with lakes and indigenous forests.

Mkuze Falls Lodge is located in a private wilderness amidst the rolling green wilderness of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal. The lodge offers land- and water-based game viewing and accommodations with beautiful views of the Mkuze waterfall.

Moholoholo Forest Camp offers luxury chalets high amongst the Lowveld treetops near Hoedspruit. Enjoy nature drives, walks in the small reserve, and a tour of the famous Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Mombo Camp is an award-winning safari lodge planted in the unspoiled wilderness of the Okavango Delta. Blended into the bush with eco-friendly thatch, canvas, and timber construction, the lodge is renowned for its views, fine accommodations, and inimitable wildlife encounters.

Mont Rochelle is a five-star hotel on a working wine farm in the Franschhoek Valley. The estate is 9km from the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, which offers beautiful hiking trails and stunning natural scenery. Guests can enjoy delectable tastings and plush accommodations.

In the heart of Montagu, the beautiful Western Cape Town, the Montagu Hotel is an architectural masterpiece that opened in 1875. This iconic Art Deco hotel lies in the Langeberg just off Route 62. Guests are accommodated in twenty-nine individually decorated rooms.

The four-star Montusi Mountain Lodge offers intimate accommodation surrounded by the Drakensberg Mountains' alpine beauty. Adventure abounds, from hiking and picnics alongside waterfalls to horse riding and fly-fishing.

Moolmanshoek is located in a wildlife sanctuary in the eastern part of South Africa's Free State Province. The lodge offers game viewing, birdwatching, and various outdoor pursuits.

Mopane Bush Lodge is a natural retreat near Mapungubwe National Park in northern South Africa. It is an ideal base for exploring this national park, which has historical, geological, and natural significance.

Motswari Safari Lodge is located within the wilderness of the Greater Kruger's Timbavati Private Game Reserve. In addition to the Big Five, this area is famous for the occasional occurrence of white lions within its prides. Motswari offers affordable four-star luxury.

Mount Sheba is a mountain retreat set in a lush forest near the Mpumalanga Highlands town of Pilgrim's Rest, which is famous for its gold mining history. Hike in the woods, enjoy a picnic next to a waterfall, or head out to explore the highlights of the surrounding region.

Mowani Mountain Camp is a luxurious desert retreat in Namibia's Damaraland region. The unique camp offers easy access to the Twfelfontein rock art sites, along with desert elephant safaris, nature walks and visits to the Brandberg.

Namutoni Camp is located in the eastern part of Etosha National Park. It offers comfortable accommodation in en suite rooms and is unique because it is built around an old German Fort. A few restaurants, a small shop, and a swimming pool add to guests' comfort.

When staying at Naries Namakwa Retreat, you can choose between luxurious and romantic Namakwa Mountain Suites, rooms in the Manor House, and Family Cottages. The property offers splendid scenery between Springbok and Kleinzee in the Northern Cape.

Ngoma is a relatively young lodge located on the northern fringes of the Chobe National Park. Your thatched suite overlooks the sweeping Chobe floodplains, peppered with baobabs, thorn trees and a wealth of wildlife. Each room is en suite, and includes a private veranda and plunge pool.

Nkorho Lodge offers six welcoming and comfortable en suite chalets set apart to ensure privacy in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Dine in the warm glow of the boma or unwind in the lounge after an exciting day of game viewing.

Luxury accommodation in plush and elegant open-plan suites, each with its own wooden deck, can be experienced at the electricity-free Notten's Bush Camp. The camp overlooks a serene waterhole where animal and birdlife can be seen.

Ntshondwe offers comfortable rest camp accommodation for visitors to Ithala Game Reserve, which is famous for its proliferation of giraffes. The camp overlooks a valley below the gaze of the towering Ngotshe Mountains.

Nyamatusi Camp is a luxurious safari camp set on a private concession in Mana Pools National Park, the premier safari destination in Zimbabwe. Splendid views and regular wildlife sightings can be enjoyed from the comfort of viewing decks at each of the six tented suites.

Fishing, canoeing, guided game drives, and water-based game viewing are exciting activities you can experience at Nyamatusi Mahogany Camp. The camp is small, luxurious, and exclusive, with only four tented suites.

Ocean View House is a four-star guest house in Cape Town's Camps Bay suburb. With idyllic views of the Atlantic Ocean and only a few minutes outside the city, the guest house offers affordable accommodation in a convenient setting.

Okaukuejo is the oldest of the camps located inside the Etosha National Park. It is easily accessible from the southern gate of Etosha. Okaukuejo overlooks a floodlit waterhole, where abundant mammals can be seen, especially during the dry season.

Olifants Rest Camp enjoys spectacular views across the Olifants River Valley, for which it is named. The rest camp offers basic yet comfortable accommodations with numerous striking viewpoints from its mountainous perch in the Kruger National Park.

Oliver's is in a secured residential estate with a quality golf course near White River in the Lowveld region of South Africa. It is a luxury boutique hotel near the Kruger National Park and Panoramic Route.

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Onguma Bush Camp is ideal for families wishing to experience Etosha National Park, the top safari destination in Namibia. The camp offers eighteen luxury rooms in the Onguma Private Reserve adjacent to Etosha.

Camp Kala is the smallest and most intimate safari camp in the Onguma Private Game Reserve. It is a luxury safari retreat with only four suites built around a permanent waterhole. Game drives and accompanied bush walks are ideal for spotting the region's wildlife.

Onguma Forest Camp lies tucked in a forest on a dry riverbed. It is a relaxed and intimate camp from where safari drives and bush walks are conducted in the surrounding bush. An elevated viewing deck overlooking a waterhole offers excellent game viewing in camp.

Onguma Tented Camp is a five-star Namibia safari lodge that offers guests access to a private game reserve that fringes Etosha National Park. Game drives are conducted twice a day. The seven permanent tents boast panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness.

Onguma Plains Camp, also known as ‘the Fort’, is located in the Onguma Game Reserve that borders the wilderness of Namibia’s Etosha National Park - one of the finest destinations for a luxury African safari. There are twelve ‘mini’ suites and a rather extravagant Sultan suite.

Onkoshi Camp features fifteen tented rooms built on stilts on the rim of Etosha Pan. It has glorious views of this rugged landscape and is an exceptional destination for birdwatchers during the wet season. Guided morning and afternoon game drives are conducted from the camp.

Set on the banks of the Uniab River in northwestern Damaraland, Palmwag Lodge offers refuge in a vast and harsh land. Recently refurbished rooms are comfortable, the lodge's setting inspiring, and the surrounding area a treasure trove for any nature lover, with the highest population of predators outside the Etosha National Park.

The five-star D'Oreale Grande offers luxurious accommodations to travelers needing overnight lodging near the airport. Located in the Emperor's Palace entertainment complex, guests can access various restaurants conveniently.

Pestana Kruger Lodge is located on the banks of the Crocodile River, which forms the southern boundary of the Kruger National Park. Relish fine four-star accommodation and easy access to the Gate for daily guided game drives.

Petit Ermitage is a small, intimate guest house in the heart of Franschhoek, one of the historical towns in South Africa's Cape Winelands. It offers personal service and is within walking distance of fine-dining restaurants, shops, and the Wine Tram.

Pezula Nature Retreat is an exclusive resort that trundles across one of the Knysna Heads and the illustrious Pezula Golf Course. A few of Noetzie's famous old castles have been refurbished as opulent accommodation options.

Phinda Forest Lodge is set in the magical sand forest of the Phinda Private Game Reserve. The sixteen 'Zulu-Zen' style suites are truly unique and luxurious. Enjoy an unforgettable Big Five safari in this remarkable wilderness setting.

Homestead is a luxury private villa in the award-winning Phinda Private Game Reserve in the game-rich northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. The villa is for the sole use of your traveling party and features a personal ranger, tracker, chef, and butler dedicated to making your safari unforgettable.

Phinda Mountain Lodge is the ideal family retreat in the Phinda Reserve. The lodge's setting offers uninterrupted views of the foothills of the Lebombo Mountains in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The main activities are 4X4 game drives, bush walks, and cultural experiences.

If you intend to enjoy a safari in northern KwaZulu-Natal in eastern South Africa, Phinda Rock Lodge is one of the finest top-end lodge choices in the area. It is in the Phinda Private Game Reserve, perched upon a magnificent rocky outcrop.

Phinda Vlei Lodge is a romantic and intimate lodge that overlooks a unique wetland system in the Phinda Private Game Reserve - the premier private reserve in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The unique location offers ever-changing game viewing from the comfort of your suite.

Plains Camp is renowned for its walking safaris in the Kruger National Park wilderness. The camp accommodates guests in four explorer-style safari tents in the Mutlumuvi concession, a thirty-minute drive from Skukuza airport.

At Pondoro Game Lodge, you will enjoy a luxury safari in the Balule Private Nature Reserve, part of the larger Kruger National Park conservation area. The lodge accommodates guests in luxury suites and riverfront chalets, and it also offers a treehouse hide that overlooks a waterhole.

King George Hotel is centrally located in the Garden Route's largest town. It offers four-star accommodation overlooking the George Golf Course with splendid views of the Outeniqua Mountains.

The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is conveniently located within the Knysna Quays Waterfront center, home to a many fine restaurants, bustling shops and access to the vessels that explore the emerald waters of the Knysna Lagoon.

Mossel Bay is the southern gateway to the Garden Route, one of South Africa's most beautiful areas. The Protea Hotel Mossel Bay offers stylish accommodations with stunning ocean views. It is located near restaurants, shops, and blue-flag beaches.

The Hotel Marine in Port Elizabeth offers four-star beachfront accommodation in South Africa's 'Friendly City.' It has stunning views of Pollock Beach and the Indian Ocean beyond.

Punda Maria Rest Camp is the northernmost rest camp in the Kruger National Park. This unique park area has diverse vegetation and rare sightings of antelope-like eland and roan. The accommodation is basic but comfortable and serviced daily.

At Pungwe Safari Camp, guests are accommodated in spacious Meru-style safari tents. The camp is in the Manyeleti Reserve, which has the lowest vehicle density in the Greater Kruger National Park, affording guests quality private wildlife interactions.

No reserve in South Africa offers a better safari experience than Mala Mala Private Game Reserve between Sabi Sand and the Kruger National Park. The Rattray's Camp is their premier lodge. It offers an authentic safari style and very luxurious accommodations.

Reilly's Rock Hilltop Lodge is in the tiny kingdom of Eswatini. The lodge is located within the Milwane Wildlife Sanctuary, with blue duikers, red duikers, and sunis roaming the grounds during the day and bushbabies at night.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge is in a private concession in Kruger National Park. Its eight plush suites overlook a seasonal river. Guests enjoy two game drives daily in an area where the Big Five reigns supreme.

Built on the edge of the Orange River in Upington, River Place Manor is an oasis in arid land. Its fifteen luxurious rooms and friendly, professional staff will make your stay unforgettable.

In Swellendam, the historic town in South Africa's Overberg Region, the five-star Rothman Manor offers trendy luxury accommodation, ideal for a halfway stop between Cape Town and the Garden Route.

Royal Zambezi Lodge provides an exclusive escape within Zambia's Lower Zambezi National Park. It offers a luxury bush experience, extraordinary wildlife encounters, and various adventure activities on land and water.

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge is a luxurious five-star African safari lodge in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Guests enjoy spacious suites, fine dining, and premium Big Five game viewing in South Africa's Greater Kruger National Park wilderness.

The flagship lodge of the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve offers incredible accommodation and Big Five game viewing in a beautiful part of the Sabi Sand. The lodge's thirteen suites offer genuinely unique architecture and five-star luxury.

Safarihoek is built on a hill in the expansive Etosha Heights Private Reserve adjacent to Etosha National Park in northern Namibia. The lodge offers luxury accommodation in eleven chalets with glorious views over the savanna landscape.

San Camp offers only seven permanent tents in a location that makes it feel like you have reached the end of the world. From the camp’s border, Botswana’s Makgadikgadi Pans stretch as far as the eye can see. An eco-friendly camp, the tents are basic and run on solar power.

Sandibe is an intimate, luxury safari lodge on the border of the Okavango Delta's Moremi Game Reserve. The eight thatched cottages are open to the lush vegetation surrounding the lodge's perimeters and include small wooden decks with enchanting views of the delta's reed-lined channels.

Satara Rest Camp is located in the central-southern Kruger National Park in a wilderness of open grassy plains that lure large herds of plains game - and the predators that prey upon them. Satara is known as 'the cat camp' due to frequent sightings of lions.

From Sausage Tree Camp, guests enjoy stunning views across the hilltops, valleys, and savanna plains with the distant northern Drakensberg Mountains as a backdrop. Guests are accommodated in luxury safari tents on wooden decks beneath marula, knob thorn, and sausage trees.

Savanna Lodge is a luxurious safari lodge in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The intimate lodge has only nine suites and is set in wonderfully wild surroundings. The reserve is home to the Big Five and nearly 150 other species of mammals.

Savute Elephant Lodge is located in a remarkable wilderness area based around a channel that ran dry for decades. Once its flow was naturally restored, this beautiful region began drawing safari enthusiasts from all over to its intimate camps and lodges.

Schoone Oordt is a stunning five-star hotel that dates back to 1853. It is set in South Africa's third-oldest town - Swellendam - a charming Overberg hamlet established in 1743. The town is a stone's throw from the Bontebok National Park.

Sediba is a five-star safari lodge located in the wild majesty of the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. The reserve is home to the Big Five and stretches across a pristine portion of the Waterberg. The lodge hosts fifteen plush thatched suites.

Khwai River Lodge provides luxury tented suites and safari activities in a private concession in the Moremi Game Reserve. Two 4x4 game drives are conducted daily, accompanied by seasoned rangers who enhance the experience with their knowledge.

Shamwari Bayethe Lodge is an exclusive lodge in the malaria-free Shamwari Private Game Reserve. The stylish tented lodge boasts twelve plush suites, from which families can enjoy two game drives daily in a unique Big Five wilderness area.

Eagles Crag Lodge is the finest of the Shamwari Private Game Reserve's luxury collection of lodges. With only nine intimate glass and stone suites, it is characterized by exclusivity. Guests will enjoy two game drives daily in a malaria-free, Big Five-hosting wilderness.

Explorer Camp in South Africa's Shamwari Private Game Reserve is a seasonal camp only open during the summer months in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a rustic bush camp focused on offering two-day walking safaris in the reserve accompanied by seasoned specialists.

Long Lee Manor overlooks the plains of Shamwari, with distant hills as a backdrop. The lodge offers luxury Big Five safaris in one of the few premier Big Five reserves in South Africa that is malaria-free.

Riverdene is a family-oriented lodge in the heart of the Big Five-bearing Shamwari Game Reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province. Experience a luxury safari in this unique wilderness without the risk of malaria.

Sarili Private Villa is one of the most intimate safari lodges in South Africa. It offers glorious views of the Bushman's River in the malaria-free Shamwari Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province.

Sindile is a secluded tented camp in the Shamwari Private Game Reserve. Nine tents on elevated wooden decks offer impressive views of the surrounding bushveld, and some of the most luxurious tented lodgings of any camp in South Africa.

Shinde Camp in the northern Okavango Delta was refurbished in 2020 and comprises intimate, luxury accommodations on the edge of the Shinde Lagoon. The camp offers every safari activity possible in the Delta, from game drives to bush walks and mokoro trips.

After Punda Maria, Shingwedzi is the northernmost camp in the Kruger National Park. Accommodation is basic but comfortable, and the Shingwedzi River that surrounds the camp lures leopards to its riverine trees and elephants to its bountiful waters.

Between dunes and cold waters of the Atlantic, you will find Skeleton Coast Lodge in one of the harshest landscapes imaginable. The lodge is ideal for those seeking a unique experience in nature. Accommodation is provided in ten luxury units.

A private safari experience in the Klaserie Private Reserve that forms part of Greater Kruger is offered at Simbavati Amani Lodge. This intimate safari villa has four luxurious bedrooms and ample central areas.

Camp George is a luxury safari camp in the heart of the Klaserie Private Reserve. It is a unique safari hideaway in the Greater Kruger conservation area, with opulent accommodations that blend well with the magnificence of one of Africa's most renowned wilderness areas.

Simbavati River Lodge is a family-friendly property in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve that forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park. The plush tented suites have been built on the banks of the Nhlaralumi River. Guests enjoy two Big Five game drives daily.

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is a four-star safari lodge in Greater Kruger's Timbavati Private Game Reserve. This handsome, newly built property enjoys striking views of the Nhlaralumi River and the foothills of the Drakensberg in the distance.

Simbavati Homestead is a private safari villa in the heart of Klaserie, one of the private reserves that shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park. It is a self-catering lodge that is serviced daily, and from there, resident staff conduct open 4x4 game drives.

Singita Boulders Lodge is tucked away in the world-renowned wilderness of the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The intimate property hosts 12 spacious suites set along the banks of the Sand River. In addition to traditional game drives, a variety of activities are on offer.

Singita Ebony is an exclusive Sabi Sand Lodge named for the ebony trees that surround it. Hidden away in a Big Five-rich wilderness area, the contemporary lodge offers twelve decadent suites that overlook the Sand River - one of the rivers for which this celebrated reserve is named.

Singita Lebombo is one of the most exclusive lodges in the Kruger National Park. Located within a private concession, the lodge's 13 extravagant suites overlook the N'Wanetsi River in eastern Kruger. The property (and the game viewing) is truly fit for royalty.

Singita Sweni is an exclusive five-star safari lodge set within a private 33,000-acre concession in the Kruger National Park. The lavish lodge overlooks the lush Sweni River and blends beautifully into the surrounding woodland wilderness.

Skitterland Guest House is a fine four-star property located in the sleepy town of Sutherland in the Greater Karoo - the finest star-gazing destination in South Africa. All the comfortable en suite rooms have been named for constellations.

Skukuza Rest Camp is the Kruger National Park's most significant and main rest camp. The sprawling rest camp overlooks the Sabie River and offers various restaurants, the James Stevenson-Hamilton Museum and Library, medical services, and a nearby airport.

Somalisa Acacia Camp provides a luxury-tented camp experience in Hwange National Park. Somalisa is in an area with excellent wildlife sightings from Camp and on daily 4x4 game drives and bush walks.

The camp is nestled next to a busy waterhole; from Somalisa Camp, Hwange National Park's magnificent yet harsh terrain, which supports abundant wildlife, can be appreciated. Experienced rangers and trackers conduct daily safari activities in the surrounding wilderness.

Sossusvlei Lodge is a four-star retreat on the edge of Namib-Naukluft National Park. The handsome canvas units are close to the park's entrance gate, making it easy to access the dunes of Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon, and Deadvlei.

South Beach is a boutique hotel in Cape Town's prime coastal destination of Camps Bay. It is an all-suite hotel with a Miami-inspired look and feel, only 50 m from a Blue Flag beach.

Spionkop Lodge is a colonial-style homestead on a 700-hectare game farm in the KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields region. It offers a fine four-star base to explore the famous battlefields, including Spioenkop, Isandlwana, and Blood River.

Stanley Safari Lodge is perched on a hill with sweeping views across surrounding woodland and the spray cloud of Victoria Falls. It offers unique accommodations, exceptional service, and a central location to enjoy a tour of the falls.

Stanley's Camp is a tented safari camp set on a 260,000-acre private concession in Botswana's hallowed Okavango Delta. It is home to Sanctuary Retreats' 'Living with Elephants' experience, where guests can interact with these gentle giants.

Strandloper is a boutique hotel in the coastal town of Paternoster, two hours from Cape Town. The hotel overlooks the beach and the stormy waters of the Atlantic. It is an ideal location from which to explore the treasures of South Africa's West Coast.

Experience barefoot luxury at Summerfields Rose Retreat on the banks of the Sabie River near Hayzieview in Mpumalanga. Guests are accommodated in luxury tented suites just ten minutes from the Kruger National Park.

The Swakopmund Hotel was built within and around the Namibian town's old train station building, established in 1902. The entertainment complex offers fine four-star accommodation, a swimming pool, a private cinema, and a casino.

Swellendam Country Lodge has a unique setting in a large exotic garden. Luxury accommodations meticulously managed by the owners will surely enhance your stay in the Overberg region.

Tena Tena provides a luxury safari experience on the banks of the Luangwa River in the South Luangwa National Park. The six tented units offer an authentic safari experience in one of Zambia's magnificent wilderness areas.

The Beach Hotel in Port Elizabeth provides affordable four-star accommodation for travelers visiting South Africa's 'friendly' city, typically en route to Shamwari Game Reserve or Addo Elephant National Park.

The Boathouse is a nautically themed guest house on South Africa's North Coast in the bustling seaside town of Ballito, with easy access to the beach and lovely views across the Indian Ocean.

The Cape Milner is set in a quiet suburb of Cape Town on the skirts of majestic Table Mountain. The four-star hotel provides conveniently located and affordable accommodations.

The Capital 15 on Orange offers a range of accommodation options from standard rooms to two-bedroom apartments and four signature POD's. It is within Cape Town's historic company garden, near the V & A Waterfront.

Cellars Hohenort is located in the verdant throes of the Constantia Valley, known as 'Cape Town's vineyard.' The five-star hotel boasts easy access to Cape Town's top highlights while offering an inviting Winelands milieu.

The Commodore is a fine four-star hotel on Cape Town's illustrious Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. With easy access to various restaurants and entertainment options, The Commodore is one of our recommendations for a stay in Cape Town.

Elephant Camp is a five star luxury property set within a private concession not far from the famous Victoria Falls. A wealth of activities are included in the camp's full board rates, including visiting the Falls, village tours, elephant interactions and more.

Break away to the Farmhouse Hotel in the West Coast Town of Langebaan, two hours from Cape Town. The hotel offers views across Langebaan Lagoon and is near the West Coast National Park, with its hiking trails and diverse birdlife.

The exclusive manor house at Fancourt offers a more romantic, intimate setting with opulent suites and tranquil surroundings. For the ultimate luxury golf holiday, Fancourt Manor is the ideal choice for your accommodation.

The Marine Hermanus is a plush five-star hotel perched on a cliff above whale-rich Walker Bay. The stark white building looks beautiful against the mountainous and coastal backdrop of the Overberg. Enjoy exquisite accommodations and refined outdoor pursuits.

The Outpost is an exclusive five-star lodge in the Makuleke concession far north of Kruger National Park. The elevated lodge overlooks the Luvuvhu River, possibly the park's most unique wilderness area.

The Oyster Box Hotel is one of the most exclusive five-star hotels in South Africa. Enjoy prime beachfront real estate in the North Coast town of Umhlanga. The Oyster Box's sumptuous interiors, award-winning spa, and gourmet restaurants will enhance your holiday.

The Oyster Catchers Haven is only steps from the beach in Paternoster, the picturesque West Coast fishing town with its whitewashed houses and peaceful atmosphere. You will have a delightful stay and experience genuine hospitality.

The Palace of the Lost City Hotel is the jewel in the crown of the Sun City entertainment complex. The sprawling property is quite an architectural feat, and the statue of a legendary elephant - Shawu - guards its back entrance.

The Portswood is located on Cape Town's famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The hotel's position is wonderfully convenient, offering access (within walking distance) to numerous restaurants, shops, and tourism highlights.

The Royal Hotel in Riebeek Kasteel is one of South Africa's oldest hotels. It is set in tranquil Riebeek Valley on one of the Western Cape's wine routes under an hour from Cape Town. It is the ideal destination for a romantic getaway.

Though the Royal Livingstone is a hotel rather than a safari lodge, this iconic five-star property overlooking the mighty Zambezi River is ideal for a top-end Victoria Falls or Zambia safari. It enjoys remarkable proximity to the Victoria Falls.

The St James of Knysna is an owner-run country estate set on the banks of the Knysna Lagoon. The property enjoys stunning views of the Knysna Heads and easy access to water-based activities like kayaking on the lagoon.

The Victoria Falls Hotel is a Zimbabwean institution. This old Edwardian structure, built in 1902, has been beautifully preserved and offers five-star accommodation fit for royalty. It is a mere two kilometers from the Victoria Falls Bridge.

The Winchester Hotel is a striking building overlooking the Sea Point promenade. It offers stunning views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Shoreditch, the flagship restaurant at the hotel, offers a contemporary menu inspired by the South African tradition of cooking on open flames.

Three Tree Hill offers fine four-star accommodation that borders the Spioenkop Game Reserve in the battlefield region of KwaZulu-Natal. Perched on a hill, the lodge enjoys stunning views across the historic rolling valleys and hills.

Chinzombo is the newest and most luxurious lodge in South Luangwa National Park. The villas are extraordinarily opulent and stylish and include private plunge pools and personal viewing decks overlooking the Luangwa River.

Mchenja is a luxurious bush camp in Zambia's revered South Luangwa National Park. Guests are invited to get up close and personal with nature during bush walks and twice daily safari game drives in the country's most revered wilderness area.

Tintswalo is a luxury safari lodge set in the Manyeleti Game Reserve. The reserve is between the Sabi Sand and Timbavati and offers the lowest density of game drive vehicles of any reserve in the Greater Kruger Park.

Tsala Treetop Lodge is an enchanting hotel set high amongst the treetops of the primeval Knysna forests. It is located between the famous Garden Route towns of Plettenberg Bay and Knysna and is the ideal luxury accommodation for a Garden Route tour.

Tshukudu Bush Lodge is an intimate five-star safari lodge in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The reserve is a mere two hours from Johannesburg and Pretoria, making it ideal for those who wish to enjoy a luxury safari but have little time to venture far.

Tshwene Lodge is centrally located in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Waterberg. Guests at Tshwene have stunning views of rocky outcrops and experience Big Five safaris in a malaria-free reserve no more than three hours from Johannesburg.

The Tulbagh Heritage Boutique Hotel dates back to the early 1800s in South Africa's fourth-oldest town. Enjoy luxury accommodation and local and international dishes in a central location in Tulbagh, close to shops, museums, and art galleries.

At Umkumbe, you can enjoy a moderately priced safari in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, the most famous private reserve of Greater Kruger National Park.

Discover the wild side of Africa in the reed and thatched huts of the electricity-free Umlani Bush Camp. Each hut has its own bathroom and outdoor shower. Enjoy a peaceful getaway in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve in the glow of candles and oil lamps.

The V&A Hotel offers luxury accommodation on the famous waterfront in Cape Town. It is located in a vibrant area, with many shops, restaurants, and entertainment options available near the hotel.

Victoria Falls River Lodge offers luxury accommodation on the banks of the Zambezi River and a private island in the river. It is the most luxurious lodge from which to explore Victoria Falls and enjoy other activities and attractions in the region.

Victoria Falls Safari Club is a five-star hotel overlooking the Zambezi National Park, 4 km from Victoria Falls. Set on the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi Rivers, the hotel includes pampering extras like evening snacks, cocktails, and massages.

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is perched on a plateau above the Zambezi National Park, some 4 km from the world-famous Victoria Falls. The hotel offers affordable, high-quality accommodation a short distance from the area's highlights.

Victoria Falls Safari Suites provides scenic luxury, spa pampering, and premier dining 4km from iconic Victoria Falls. From here, you can embark on adventures that range from helicopter tours to village visits and wine-tasting excursions.

Villa Castellini is a fine, four-star guest house with a prime position on Knysna's western head. It overlooks the emerald waters of the Knysna Lagoon and the town itself - known as 'the jewel of the Garden Route.' The rooms are airy and plush.

Walkersons is a fine, five-star country estate on the edge of Dullstroom, a town in the Mpumalanga Highlands. The handsome brick structures have plush furnishings and inviting extras like fireplaces and private verandas.

White Pearl Resort provides scenic beachside villas with resort amenities that include pools, a spa, a gym, restaurants, activities, and quick beach access in Mozambique's Ponta Mamoli National Park.

Kulala Desert Lodge is one of a handful of Namibia safari lodges on the edge of Sossusvlei - an area revered for its sky-scraping red dunes and enchantingly alien landscape. The lodge offers two safari activities daily in the surrounding desert.

Linkwasha is a premier-tented camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's most extensive national park. The area in which it is located is renowned for exceptional game viewing. Frequent leopard sightings are especially notable.

Little Kulala is a luxurious, intimate lodge in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve near Sesriem and Sossusvlei. The eleven thatched ‘kulalas’ boast rooftop terraces that provide adventurous spirits with the unique opportunity to sleep under the starry expanse of the African night sky.

Shumba Camp provides premier safari tents, frequent big game sightings, and insightful walks with expert guides on Busanga Plains in the Kafue National Park. It offers one of Africa's most exclusive safari experiences.

Guests at Xugana Island Lodge are accommodated in raised, reed, and thatch suites known as ‘Mesasas,’ which boast beautiful views of the lagoon below. Two daily game activities allow guests to encounter remarkable wildlife.

Zimbali is a sprawling subtropical estate perched on the sandy shores of South Africa's North Coast. It offers the ideal leisurely getaway, boasting stylish five-star accommodations, a splash of striking swimming pools, and a championship golf course.