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  • The Royal Livingstone

    The Royal Livingstone A beautiful 5 star hotel on the banks of the Zambezi River, a stone's throw from the mighty Victoria Falls. 1/12 Location The Royal Livingstone is located on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. DESCRIPTION: Bask in graceful safari style only steps from one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The sweeping Zambezi River and savannah views stretch from every veranda as you relax in elegance. Named after a legendary African explorer, the Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara captures the grace and elegant of the Victorian era. More than 170 luxury rooms and suites decorated in a colonial style boast private verandas that open out onto the river. Elegant suites are situated in two-storey clusters that are inspired by the grand estates of times past. Beautiful paintings and black and white photographs of pioneers of old call to mind the grandeur of the colonial era, which a hint of tribal warmth adds an authentic African touch. Guests can unwind in the cool shade of the travelers’ bar and sitting room while savoring an impeccably served high tea or delight in a refreshing dip in the sparkling swimming pool before tucking into delectable dishes from the restaurant’s á la carte menu. Adventurous guests can experience an elephant back safari or game drive, and adrenaline enthusiasts can seek thrills from bungee jumping to abseiling and white river rafting. Wake up to the sight of zebras wandering the Livingstone hotel grounds. Raise a glass at sunset to the marvellous waterfall thundering to its depths as you recline in style. Surrender to relaxation with spa therapies under the shade of monkey trees on the banks of the river. The Royal Livingstone is located on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, with free unlimited access to Victoria Falls for all resort guests. The restaurant, lounge area and bar face the magnificent Zambezi River so guests can lounge with an awesome view. In front of the lounge also is the swimming pool with sun beds, rolling evergreen lawn and the decks. These decks are wonderful and guests can enjoy drinks and meals while watching the river flow by. The never ending rising spray from the falls less than a kilometre downstream is clearly visible from these decks. Guests at the Royal Livingstone are welcome to treat themselves in the health spa in the main area of the hotel, and in the gazebos near the river bank, as well as the gym. It is expensive to stay at this luxury hotel but then it is a beautiful and opulent 5 star hotel and is therefore suited to guests who are more concerned about the quality of their accommodation than the price. SADC Special Rates POA ​ ​ ​ ​ Standard Rate $345 per person sharing per night. ENQUIRE NOW RATE INCLUDES Accommodation and Breakfast. Prevailing tax of 16% 10% Service Fee and 1.5% Tourism Levy. Complimentary 24-Hour use of Fitness center. Complimentary WIFI. ​ HIGHLIGHTS Sip on your favorite cocktail on the spacious sundeck overlooking the Zambezi River and admire the spectacular views as the sun sinks slowly into its calm waters. Indulge in a traditional high tea on the shaded veranda, which opens onto perfectly manicured lawns. Treat yourself to an unforgettable dinner aboard the luxurious Royal Livingstone Express — be sure to take your camera to capture your red carpet moment. ​ OUR TIPS Take advantage of the Shuttle service to and from the Victoria Falls. A brief walk across the bridge allows you to access the falls from the Zimbawe side (have your passport handy for this crossing) as the view of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side is quite different from that on the Zimbabwean side.

  • Valley Lodge - Babanango Reserve

    Valley Lodge - Babanango Reserve Safari Lodge overlooking the picturesque Nsubeni River Valley, Zululand babanango-game-reserve-1d.jpg babanango-game-reserve-1g.jpg babanango-game-reserve-1e.jpg babanango-game-reserve-1d.jpg 1/17 Location The Babanango Big 5 Game Reserve is located 50 km from Vryheid in the malaria-free northern KwaZulu-Natal DESCRIPTION: Babanango Game Reserve is a malaria-free reserve that is slowly introducing the Big 5. The reserve is in the process of the statutory declaration to become one of KwaZulu Natal’s newest reserves set on the white Umfolozi River, encompassing the beautiful Babanango Valley in the Zululand. This magnificent region with a pristine coastline, rolling hills, waving grasslands, forests, rivers, mangrove swamps and cattle ranches is the perfect hideaway. Zululand is also the traditional seat of the Zulu Kingdom and is just a three-hour drive or possible flight option, north of the port city of Durban, with Babanango Game Reserve being situated inland in this diverse region. The reserve offers 2 beautifully designed lodges for couples, families, or single travellers. The Babanango Valley Lodge Located in a remote valley in the southern region of the Babanango Game Reserve is the Babanango Valley Lodge which offers four-star catered accommodation in a relaxed bush setting. The lodge overlooks the magnificent Nsubeni River featuring granite koppies, sandstone cliffs and quartzite ridges which stretch into the far distance where the Nsubeni River meets the White Umfolozi River. The lodge features cool white décor offset by accents of black and offers a sophisticated laidback appeal perfect for a bush break. There are nine tastefully designed, spacious two-sleeper suites each boasting a garden outlook with views over the reserve. Two rooms have interleading doors to create a comfortable four-bed family unit. The generous honeymoon suite which is slightly separate from the lodge for ultimate privacy offers the perfect retreat for newlyweds or those looking to indulge in some much-needed alone time. Chef Khumbulani offers guests South African inspired cuisine. Enjoy four-course traditional meals featuring Bobotie, milk tart, malva pudding and more. The lodge also offers interactive Boma Dinners where guests can dine under the stars, enjoying traditional meals where the food is cooked on the braai and springbok shooters are served on arrival. The lodge also offers bush dinners and breakfasts. Babanango Game Reserve, located in the heart of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, is a showcase for one of the most ambitious rewilding projects in Southern Africa in recent years. Set among the breathtaking topography of the upper White Umfolozi River Valley, the reserve occupies a vast wilderness area of over 20,000 hectares that is steeped in Zulu history and layered upon geological features that date back to the beginning of time. The rugged mountains and valleys provide refuge for an extraordinary diversity of birds, plants, insects, reptiles, and mammals, including the elusive aardvark and aardwolf. With the recent return of the African elephant, Babanango Game Reserve is Big 5. With highly knowledgeable guides and a range of activities to choose from, visitors to Babanango Game Reserve can be assured of an unrivalled safari experience. Significant historical battle sites, such as Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, are located close by. Guests staying at Babanango Game Reserve can self-drive to several places of historical and ecological interest in and around Babanango and the greater Zululand area. Visit The Spirit of Emakhosi which is a memorial site to all the Zulu kings buried in the valley below featuring a giant symbolic traditional Zulu beer pot on a beaded ring surrounded by sculptured horns and tusks of animals once found in this area. Enjoy the Vryheid tour featuring the Dutch reformed church and the Vryheid museum. For those interested in history be sure to visit the Isandlwana battlefield and grave which features the South African and British flag showcasing the happenings of the Battle of Isandlwana in 1879. Visit the Bloodriver Voortrekker monument where the most pivotal battle in South Africa took place. The Rorke’s Drift monument to learn about the Anglo-Zulu War. These are just some of the activities one can do at the infamous Zululand! PRICE INCLUDES: Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include 3 meals per night booked, and 2 Nature drives per day in open Land Rovers guided by experienced rangers, including a sundowner drink. Children under the age of 8 are not allowed on the Game drive vehicles. HIGHLIGHTS Take in the wonderful scenery and the host of activities. OUR TIPS: The reserve is in a prime location for game viewing, being located so perfectly within the Zululand, guests are able to enjoy a variety of activities. Special Siza Safari Rate R3,050 per person sharing per night Standard Rate R3,200 per person sharing per night ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ENQUIRE NOW

  • Ekuthuleni Lodge

    Ekuthuleni Lodge Safari Lodge in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve 1/25 Location Welgevonden Private Game Reserve Waterberg region Limpopo South Africa DESCRIPTION: Located in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, Ekuthuleni Lodge offers Bi5 safaris within easy reach of Johannesburg and in a luxury setting. Ekuthuleni, meaning "place of peace", has sweeping views of the plains in front of the lodge. Each of individual chalets offers intimacy and privacy with magnificent views of the grasslands, giving a whole new meaning to nature on your doorstep. The romantic bathrooms have both indoor and outdoor showers. Every care is taken to ensure that your stay is uninterrupted by the demands of the outside world.Guests may experience a rich bird life, a variety of fascinating trees and plants, an abundance of other wildlife, as well as the Big 5. Special SADC Rate - March R4,500 per person sharing per night. Book within 30 days of travel. Valid until 30 March 2024 Special SADC 30 Day Out Rate R4,750 per person sharing per night. Book within 30 days of travel. Valid until 30 June 2024 Special SADC Rate - Family Suite R19,000 per family suite per night for 2 adults and 2 children. Book within 30 days of travel. Valid until 30 June 2024 Standard Rate R6,850 per person sharing per night SUBMIT ENQUIRY PRICE INCLUDES: • Luxury accommodation • All meals • Selected Beverages • Two game drives daily with sun-downers & snacks • Tea & coffee • Wi-Fi in central area • Road transfer from the Welgevonden Main Gate or either of the 2 runways to the lodge HIGHLIGHTS The Welgevonden Game Reserve bordering the Marakele National Park is situated approximately 250km north of Gauteng. The Game Reserve is quickly gaining popularity in the South African and International markets due to its outstanding topography, high quality private game lodges and exceptional game viewing. OUR TIPS This Reserve is close to Johannesburg, malaria free and family friendly.

  • Ngoma Safari Lodge

    Ngoma Safari Lodge Luxury Safari Lodge in the Chobe Forest Reserve in Western Botswana. 1/18 Special SADC Rate $350 per person per night sharing. Book within 30 days of travel. Rates are subject to currency fluctuations. Standard Rates from $650 ​ Location Chobe Forest Reserve, bordering the Chobe National Park and overlooking the Chobe River ENQUIRE NOW DESCRIPTION: Set within the Chobe Forest Reserve, bordering the Chobe National Park and overlooking the Chobe River, Ngoma Safari Lodge offers panoramic views of the river and the floodplain. Eight river-facing suites provide a total emphasis on space, luxury and comfort. Each of the suites boasts a view of the river and offers an opportunity to see the famous Chobe elephant, as well as other wildlife, on the floodplain below. Incorporating rustic and ethnic accents, as well as natural materials and finishes, each suite features spacious living areas, a deep bathtub, indoor and outdoor showers, and an open lounge area with a “refresh and relax pool” that maximises the beautiful views. The magnificent river vistas continue in the guest area, set beneath the spreading boughs of an ancient baobab. Guests can idle away the hours in the comfortable sitting room or indulge in evening cocktails in the elegant bar. Meals are served in the thatched dining room or on the open decks. A sparkling swimming pool with an adjacent sun deck offers refreshment. A viewing platform provides game viewing opportunities without leaving the comfort of the lodge. PRICE INCLUDES: Accommodation All meals All activities Laundry Return vehicle airstrip transfer fees Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages (excluding imported and premium drinks) Park fees & conservation & community levy Taxes Tourism levy HIGHLIGHTS Soothe your soul with the knowledge that the local community benefits financially from each and every guest to the lodge, and watch the wildlife parade past from the secluded viewing deck of your private suite. OUR TIPS: We suggest packing up a picnic lunch and embarking on an all-day bush adventure.

  • Elephant Plains Game Lodge

    Elephant Plains Game Lodge Safari Lodge in the northern Sabi Sand Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park. 1/18 Location Northern Sabi Sand Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park DESCRIPTION: Elephant Plains Game Lodge is situated on the dry Manyeleti riverbed, overlooking an open area and watering hole in the northern part of the world-famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park. Elephant Plains endeavours to offer our guests the opportunity for excellent Big 5 game viewing, combined with luxurious accommodation and sumptuous cuisine. Elephant Plains Game Lodge is world-renowned for excellent Big 5 game viewing and guests can enjoy two game drives and a bush walk per day. The property has been in the family for the past 57 years and Elephant Plains Game Lodge opened its doors in 1998. The lodge is owner run and accommodates a maximum of 24 guests. This guarantees personal service and attention to detail. With the help of our remarkable team of staff members, our unpretentious style ensures that guests regrettably leave, after creating a lifetime of memories! The main lodge houses the reception, dining room, bar, lounge & wine cellar, as well as a small library and curio shop. Facilities include two swimming pools, a gym and games room. The lodge caters for the discerning traveller, offering different types of accommodation to cater for a variety of needs. Guests are able to choose between Rondavels, Luxury Suites and The Manyeleti, our romantic honeymoon suite. Mealtimes are sumptuous affairs, with a combination of international cuisine and South African specialties. Breakfast and lunch are enjoyed in the dining room, or on the pool deck, overlooking the open area. Dinner is served around a log fire in the boma, whilst enjoying the mystical nocturnal sounds under the African sky. Luxury Suites These exclusive, open-plan suites each have a lounge, double bedroom, en-suite bathroom and a private viewing deck that offers spectacular views over the riverbed and open area. All suites feature air conditioning, overhead fans, fireplaces, mosquito nets, electronic safes, as well as mini bars and tea & coffee facilities. Rondavels The five rondavels are set in the beautifully landscaped garden of the original family holiday camp and one can still feel the old bushveld charm upon entering. The rondavels have sundecks, en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bars, tea/coffee facilities, mosquito nets and electronic safes. While elegant and luxurious, the rondavels offer affordable game lodge accommodation. RATE INCLUDES: Accommodation All meals Two game drives in an open Land Rover daily Game drive sundowner A daily bush walk Teas & coffees Wi-Fi HIGHLIGHTS: Game drives traverse an area of 10 500 hectares (26 000 acres) and strict vehicle limits at sightings ensure the exclusivity of the game viewing experience. Sensitive off-road driving ensures that guests have the best possible view of any exceptional sighting and rangers are constantly in touch with each other to keep track of animal movements. OUR TIPS: An affordable African safari experience, great value for money Rondawels R5,500 per person sharing per night, valid until 31 December 2024 Luxury Suites R7,050 per person sharing per night, valid until 31 December 2024 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ENQUIRE NOW

  • Submit Voucher Order | Siza Safari

    SIZA VOUCHER Jeff Rasley Siza Voucher Request Form Please complete all the fields below and click Submit, we will respond within 12 hours. First Name Last Name Email Phone Number Select Lodge/Hotel Number Of Adults Number Of Children and Ages Number Of Nights Additional Information & Questions Submit Voucher Purchase Request Thanks for submitting your Siza Voucher Order! We'll be in touch shortly.

  • Umlani Bushcamp

    Umlani Bushcamp Authentic, off the grid safari lodge in the Timbavati Reserve, Greater Kruger. 1/28 Location Timbavati Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park DESCRIPTION: Experience the real magic of Africa at Umlani Bushcamp. This beautifully designed eco lodge is off the grid and beaten tourist track, offering intimate and thrilling wildlife encounters, award-winning meals and a chance to reconnect with nature in one of Africa's world-renowned, unspoilt wilderness reserves. Explore the wonders of the Timbavati Game Reserve, a private nature reserve that shares an unfenced border with the legendary Kruger National Park. Flickering lanterns providing an atmospheric backdrop (there’s no electricity at Umlani) guests are consistently blown away by the wonderfully authentic ambience of this charmingly simple lodge! You’ll feel yourself transported back a hundred years to the old days of heading off on safari. The unfenced Timbavati Reserve provides some incredible sightings – from massive herds of buffalo over a thousand strong, to large prides of lion often competing over territory and big breeding herds of elephant – and Umlani’s expert rangers have the knowledge and bush craft to put you at the centre of the action. There’s a genuine warmth to the hospitality on offer from the staff which makes a deep impression. Umlani’s responsible tourism practices – from management and employment, to ecological practices and sustainability – are among the most progressive we’ve seen. Here, your safari makes a difference to people’s lives whilst you’re having the experience of a lifetime. Relax in a hammock around the swimming pool with a cold drink courtesy of the friendly bar staff whilst you watch the animals coming in to slake their own thirst at the waterhole on the other side of the riverbed In keeping with the rest of the lodge, meals at Umlani are simple and unpretentious but unfailingly delicious (which we far prefer to some lodges’ failed attempts at providing ultra-sophisticated dining in the bush) Umlani is renowned for our outstanding rangers and trackers, who will not only find you the game, but will also introduce you to the wealth of flora, fauna, bird life and cultural heritage of the region. You will be taken out on two game drives per day, in open top 4 wheel drive vehicles. The morning game drive will leave at dawn and the night drive will leave in the late afternoon. There is always a ranger on stand-by for an optional morning bush walk. The four double huts come with double beds, en-suite facilities including an open-air bush shower. Comfortably-fitted with white mosquito nets, crisp white linen and towels as well as with standard bathroom amenities, the huts also have bottled water (although the tap water is perfectly safe to drink) and insect repellent. A maximum of of two guests. The four family huts each come with a double and two single beds, en-suite facilities including an open-air bush shower. The huts are comfortably fitted with white mosquito nets, crisp white linen and towels as well as with standard bathroom amenities, bottled water (although the tap water is perfectly safe to drink) and insect repellent. Each family hut can accommodate a maximum of four guests. RATE INCLUDES: Accommodation 3 meals per day 2 x game drives Optional bush walks All local brand drinks HIGHLIGHTS: Charmingly authentic and back to basics bush lodge – think no electricity - Umlani delivers hugely on atmosphere and offers a memorable wildlife experience. OUR TIPS: Umlani BushcampUmlani strips things back to old-style basics – it’s certainly not an approach that is going to appeal to all of today’s increasingly pampered travellers, but for those who “get it” Umlani’s simplicity creates an inimitable atmosphere and experience which is rewarded with rave reviews! Special Siza 3 Night Rate R4,350 per person sharing per night. Min/Max stay of 3 nights. Valid until 15 December 2024. Special Siza Rate R4,500 per person sharing per night. Valid until 15 December 2024. R5,390 Standard Rate per person sharing per night. ​ ​ ​ ENQUIRE NOW

  • Londolozi Game Reserve

    Londolozi Game Reserve Luxury Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Reserve 1/13 Location Sabi Sand Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park DESCRIPTION: Londolozi is situated on the banks of the Sand River, in the heart of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park. Going on safari at Londolozi allows you to have an exclusive and luxurious experience of the area. As a luxury private game reserve, Londolozi is world-renowned. Famous for its Londolozi Feeling, although hard to describe, it could be translated to a combination of experiential luxury surrounded by the spectacular beauty of the Sabi Sands, all the while feeling completely at home within this wilderness. Breeding herds of elephant and buffalo roam throughout Londolozi, while white rhino and lion concentrations are among the highest recorded on the African continent. Yet it’s the leopards of Londolozi that make us world famous for wildlife, and lie at the heart of the Londolozi feeling. Over the course of more than four decades, a unique relationship has developed between our rangers and trackers and generations of wild leopards. Intimate leopard sightings are frequent here, an experience that our guests agree is a pinnacle life experience. Londolozi believes in safari as a journey that immerses the senses and awakens the spirit. To have an encounter with wild animals in the African bush is to discover an essential truth about ourselves and our world. The campfire has burned at Varty Camp for nearly 100 years, making this place the symbolic heart of Londolozi. This original camp is a tapestry of brick paths, dolerite rock walls, waterfalls and tangled vines echoing simple spaces with unencumbered river view backdrops. The tones of the camp reflect the owners’ almost 100-year love affair with this land and therefore place an emphasis on family and heritage. Children over the age of six are welcome at Varty Camp and with some of the chalets inter-leading, Varty Camp is perfect for families. Each room has its own private swimming pool, outdoor shower and outdoor dining sala, framed by timber decks raised off the ground under the shade of an ancient riverine forest. Many guest activities can be found within the surrounds of Varty Camp. These include the Guest Gym, Photographic Studio and Living Boutique as well as the restorative Healing House. The charming “original Sparta Camp” located in the heart of Varty Camp, represents generations of history which echoes a bygone era before Londolozi existed. Found on the outskirts of the Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Reserve is well known for leopard and Big 5 viewing in its 160 000 acres of protected land which is fenceless to Kruger. This area consists of many private reserves and lodges, allowing the opportunity to off road, go on night drives, experience a walking safaris and take exceptional wildlife photography. Sabi Sands has the largest density of leopards yet surveyed in Africa – making it undoubtedly one of the most iconic leopard reserves. This reserve is situated in the southwestern corner of Kruger National Park, and proudly allows animal movement in and out of Kruger. The many private lodges situated in this reserve are known for their luxury and exceptional service, making it one of the most sought after intimate destinations in South Africa particularly for families, honeymooners and adventurists. RATE INCLUDES: Accommodation All meals, teas and coffees daily Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers Two game drives daily in open Land Rovers Nature walks accompanied by experienced armed rangers Fitness Room Children six years and older are welcome at Varty, Founders and Pioneer Camps Children – Cubs Den program Transfers to/from Londolozi airstrip to lodge Emergency medical evacuation insurance Laundry Wi-Fi HIGHLIGHTS: A much-loved experience is the opportunity to see the legendary Leopards of Londolozi or have a private picnic in the tree tops overlooking the Sand River – this could be your ultimate luxury safari experience. OUR TIPS: The setting on the banks of the Sand River in the very heart of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve is one of the best in the Reserve. Special SADC Rate POA per person sharing per night. ​ ​ Children aged 6 - 11 pay 50% Standard Rate R16,950 per person sharing per night ​ ​ ​ ENQUIRE NOW

  • Camp Okavango

    Camp Okavango Luxury Tented Safari Camp in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. 1/11 Special SADC Rate R6,450 per person sharing per night. Bookable within 45 days of travel. Valid until 31 December 2024. Rates are subject to currency fluctuations. Standard Rate $614 per person sharing per night Location Situated on the remote Nxaragha Island, in the heart of the permanent Okavango Delta, Botswana ENQUIRE NOW DESCRIPTION: Botswana’s magnificent Okavango Delta situated within the heart of the newly declared World Heritage site, is the world’s largest inland delta, and is a maze of deep lagoons, large lakes and hidden, meandering channels. Camp Okavango, a unique and exclusive African safari camp is situated on the remote Nxaragha Island. This hidden treasure, in the heart of the permanent Okavango Delta, assures its guests of an unparalleled year-round water wilderness experience. ACCOMMODATION To ensure a peaceful and genuine safari experience, Camp Okavango accommodates just twenty-four guests. There are eleven intimate Safari suites and one Family suite consisting of two bedrooms and each with an en-suite bathroom. Each of the guest suites have been built on individual raised wooden platforms and set beneath the thick Okavango Delta vegetation. The en-suite bathrooms have double vanities, double shower and a separate water closet (with a view). The stack away sliding doors open onto a private open-air viewing deck offering beautiful views over the Okavango Delta. THE CAMP Camp Okavango’s main area comprises of a network of interconnected walkways linking up two lounge areas, a dining room, library, self-service bar and curio shop. Sweeping ramps lead to the lower level deck with two open-air fire pits and comfortable seating areas to relax and take in the natural surroundings. There is a third deck with a rim flow swimming pool and thatched lounge deck for those warm summer days. With its open air design and elevated position, the new Camp Okavango is an eco-sensitive lodge which captures the very essence of the Okavango Delta. ACTIVITIES & WILDLIFE Water-based activities are conducted by experienced professional guides who will expertly navigate guests through the many meandering, reed-lined waterways. Roam the vast expanses of water from the comfort of a modern motorboat or explore the intricacies of the Okavango Delta the quiet old-fashioned way, in the traditional mokoro (dugout canoe). For those wanting to get a little closer to nature, guided bush walks are conducted on a number of the nearby islands, offering an opportunity to track some of the larger land-based species that inhabit this water wilderness. Birding opportunities are outstanding and anglers may put their skill against bream and tiger fish. Camp Okavango is a water-based camp and game-drive activities, using safari vehicles, are not possible. Guest spending three nights or more at Camp Okavango can enjoy a night on the new Camp Okavango sleep out deck. The open deck offers you the chance to sleep out under the stars and experience the vastness of the Okavango Delta. The sleep out deck includes a comfortable bed (mosquito net included), bathroom and all the amenities you need for a comfortable night out. MOTORISED BOAT SAFARIS Guided excursions through the deeper channels and lagoons of the Okavango Delta in hard-bottom aluminum boats. The boats are equipped with comfortable seats, a foldaway canvas roof and life jackets. MOKORO (CANOE) EXCURSIONS Guided mokoro excursions in traditional dug out canoes through the shallower channels and floodplains of the Okavango Delta. GUIDED BUSH WALKS Bush walks on the surrounding islands for a chance to track the larger species that inhabit the water wilderness. Guided walks are conducted in small groups with two guides. FISHING Optional fishing excursions to fish for bream (seasonal). All fishing equipment is available at the lodge. HELICOPTER FLIGHTS (SURCHARGE APPLIES) Scenic helicopter flights over the Okavango Delta are available from Camp Okavango at an additional charge. PRICE INCLUDES: • Accommodation, scheduled activities, all meals, refreshments, local spirits, wines, and laundry service • Airport transfers to/from scheduled/charter flights, arriving/departing Kasane Airport for Chobe Game Lodge. • Guests staying three nights or more at Camp Okavango: a complimentary Sleep-Out-Deck experience may be requested & booked from 1 May - 31 October • Sleep-Outs are subject to availability and must be booked at time of reservation. • Government levies, taxes and 14% value added tax. HIGHLIGHTS The experience is all in the name, this is a quintessential Okavango water safari experience with the traditional mokoro rides, boating and walking in a beautiful environment. The camp was rebuilt in 2016 and offers guests modern comforts whilst at the same time preserving the special atmosphere for which it achieved its renown. OUR TIPS: Stay for 3 nights and experience the magnificent sleep out option.

  • Kosi Forest Lodge

    Kosi Forest Lodge Situated in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, an internationally recognized World Heritage Site, this wilderness lodge offers guests the unique opportunity of exploring a pristine wetland environment in guided canoes and vehicles. 1/24 Location iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa’s first World Heritage Site. KwaZulu Natal DESCRIPTION: There are very few truly unspoilt places left in the world. The area surrounding Kosi Forest Lodge is one of them. Conscious of the privilege they have of being situated within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa’s first World Heritage Site, Kosi Forest Lodge has been created in an eco-conscious way, using nature as a guide. The tent-style thatched forest rooms nestle under wide milkwood trees, with thoughtful attention to blending into this pristine indigenous sand forest environment. The lodge facilities are designed to enhance your experience of the exquisite wilderness. To help you make the most of the natural surroundings throughout your stay, the common and private facilities at the lodge are focused on getting you to observe and explore nature as you go about your day. The lodge takes full advantage of Maputaland’s sultry weather, and most meals are served al fresco under a canopy of magnificent trees. Kosi Forest Lodge offers a choice of six Forest rooms and two Family rooms all tucked into a sand forest with enough distance between each room to make you feel as if you are the only person on earth. Each room is set on a raised wooden deck with tented sides and a thatch roof. Each room has a small private deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the forest come alive. Although each room has an indoor shower it is the outdoor bathroom that is the highlight for many. The bathroom boma is encircled by reed screens affording you total privacy while you enjoy an outdoor shower or bath gazing up at the forest canopy with stars twinkling beyond. To truly appreciate the beauty of the unique surrounding ecosystem of waterways, intertwined lakes, grasslands and ancient forests, you need to spend a few days exploring - either by canoe, motorised boat or on foot. With so much to do, your only regret will be not having booked to stay for longer at this otherworldly paradise. Apart from appreciating the hush of the forest setting, there are plenty of activities at the lodge, including boating day trips to the Kosi Lakes and beach, excursions to Kosi Bay mouth to snorkel and observe traditional spiral reed fishing methods. Here are some of the activities on offer: BIRD WATCHING Kosi Forest Lodge is a twitcher’s paradise, with a myriad of enthusiastic feathered friends welcoming you to the soft sand forest. The rich and diverse birdlife in this region comprises forest, riverine, coastal and grassland birds. Birdwatching can be done your entire time at the lodge, not only on organised outings. Whether sipping sundowners at the edge of the pool or strolling by lamplight through the indigenous sand forest to dinner at the fireside boma, you are acutely aware of the privilege of being surrounded by an extensive array of birds. Some of the rare birds are Pel’s fishing owl, palm-nut vulture and nerina trogon. RAFFIA PALM FOREST WALK The Raffia palm is the largest palm in the world, making the unique Raffia forest feel as otherworldly as it is remote. Guests can enjoy early morning or late afternoon guided walks through the magnificent forest, an activity included in the room rate. Listen out for the abundant birdcalls and perhaps catch a glimpse of the rare palm-nut vulture which is regularly seen in the forest canopy. The experienced and passionate guides will delight in showing you all that this pristine natural area has to offer. FAMOUS FISH TRAPS OF KOSI BAY One of the most fascinating features found in Kosi Bay has to be the traditional fishing traps that are still used by the locals to this day. The unique fish kraals used in the Kosi lakes are passed on from generation to generation and used as an income source for families in the area. Each fish kraal is carefully regulated, and the tribal authority will give each family the right to fish in a specific area. You can view the traps and learn more about them on a guided lake tour. TURTLE TRACKING From 15 November to 15 January, our guests have the privilege of tracking mother turtles as they return to the beach to lay their eggs. This is an exciting overnight expedition that involves a 4×4 drive along extremely rough roads, climbing over the sand dunes and combing the beach – all in the hopes of encountering the miraculous sight of a female turtle heaving herself out of the water, finding her ideal nesting site, digging a hole, and going into a hormone-induced trance while she lays her eggs. This activity is not suitable for children under the age of eight years. FULL DAY BOAT TRIPS A full day boat trip is a wonderful way to explore the fascinating lakes and channels, learn about Tsonga fish traps, enjoy a picnic and walk to the pristine Bhanga Nek Beach. You’ll find yourself right in the midst of what makes this water world completely unique, surrounded by a vast diversity of plants, birds, animals and marine life. PRICE INCLUDES: Accommodation All meals Guided canoe trips Guided walks in the raffia forest HIGHLIGHTS With no electricity at the camp Candles light the area at night giving it a warm, romantic ambience reminiscent of wild African adventures of long ago. The swimming pool overlooks Lake Shengeza. While away the afternoon cooling off, sipping on your favourite drink while watching the resident pod of hippos. OUR TIPS: Make sure you experience the bush bath. Flame lamps will guide you along a soft, sandy path to cosy forest rooms, where you’ll encounter a unique ‘glamping’ experience. Bathing under open African skies, by soft, flickering lighting from paraffin lamps, is one for the bucket list. Screened simply by reed walls, the outdoor bathrooms at Kosi Forest Lodge are set in a sand forest under ancient milkwood trees. Guests can look forward to a romantic bath like no other amid the fragrance of the forest. SADC Special 7 Day Out Rate R2,561 per person sharing per night. Valid until 30 April 2024, excl. Easter SADC Special 14 Day Out Rate R2,758 per person sharing per night. Valid until 30 April 2024, excl. Easter Standard Rate R3,940 per person sharing per night. ​ ​ per person sharing per night. ENQUIRE NOW

  • Rhino Post Safari Lodge

    Rhino Post Safari Lodge Private Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park 1/17 Location 12,000ha Private Concession Kruger National Park, Limpopo, South Africa DESCRIPTION: Named after a wooden post rubbed smooth and glossy by a rhinoceros, Rhino Post Safari Lodge is a collection of 8 suites overlooking the usually dry Mutlumuvi riverbed – deep within the Kruger National Park. Rhino Post takes eco-consciousness seriously, so all the suites are semi-permanent structures made using stone, wood and other non-invasive materials. If an authentic African safari adventure is what you’re after, Rhino Post Safari Lodge certainly won’t disappoint! The exclusivity of the sixteen-bed lodge and outstanding service compliments the unforgettable Kruger Park safari experience offered by Rhino Post. The comfort of the lodge is matched only by the chef-prepared brunches, high teas and dinners served daily. The full-service bar and swimming pool overlook a busy waterhole frequented by Kruger’s many animals, and each suite offers a private viewing deck, outdoor shower and top quality linen. Rhino Post offers morning and evening safaris through their 12,000 hectare Kruger National Park concession. Rhino Post has exclusive use of some tarred Kruger Park roads at night, which means you won’t find a night-time Kruger safari experience like theirs anywhere else! RATE INCLUDES: Accommodation Meals (brunch, high tea & dinner) Teas & coffees 2 safari activities per day. Each guest will receive a complimentary glass of wine, local beer, cider or soft drink on the late afternoon/evening game drive. HIGHLIGHTS: Rhino Post Safari Lodge is not just a beautiful and contemporary designed lodge built from canvas, wood and glass – but it blends into the natural surrounds of the Kruger Park without the distraction of sculpted gardens and fences. The ambiance is relaxed and friendly, allowing you to enjoy, indulge, and experience what brings so many people to South Africa and calls so many people back as you encounter the wildlife, the people, the Big Five and wide-open skies of the Kruger. OUR TIPS: Rhino Post Safari Lodge has been offering a chic alternative to a traditional Kruger safari holiday since 2003. They have been nominated for and received various awards and developed a following of regular guests and friends that we look forward to seeing every year. Visitors to our lodge are often surprised and charmed by the uniqueness that is Rhino Post – they are not a standard Kruger Park nor a trendy private lodge experience. Special SADC Last Minute Rate R4,040 per person sharing per night, must book within 7 days of travelling. Special SADC14 Day Out Rate R5,130 per person sharing per night, must book within 14 days of travelling. Valid until 28 March 2024. Standard Rate R7,700 per person sharing per night ​ ​ per person sharing per night ENQUIRE NOW

  • Madikwe Safari Lodge Lelapa Lodge

    Madikwe Safari Lodge Lelapa Lodge Luxury Safari Lodge in the Madikwe Reserve 1/14 Location Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province DESCRIPTION: Situated in the game-rich northern section of the Madikwe Reserve, Madikwe Safari Lodge is ideally placed for great game viewing in the reserve. All the luxury suites offer stunning views of the Madikwe Game Reserve that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your suite’s private deck, which includes an outdoor shower and plunge pool. Each of the twelve suites are comfortable, spacious and ever respectful of the natural environment beyond. Each suite boasts an indoor and outdoor shower, private plunge pool and wood-burning fireplace which seek to enhance Mother Natures’ subtle signature. Some of the features of Lelapa Lodge include; 12 Suites Children of all ages welcome Children’s activities and babysitting available Family Rooms available Private plunge pools Communal pool Suitable for disabled travellers (with assistance) Full range of dietary preferences catered for Free Wi-Fi (in public areas) Four of the lodge suites are best suited for families with young children. Whether you want to spend time as a family or enjoy your own space, all guests can indulge in total, stress-free comfort and convenience. Each family suite provides a kids’ room equipped with bunkbeds, gown and slipper sets, and bedside hot-chocolate mugs as well as an array of toys, games, and books. While the children enjoy the perks of their stay, you and your partner can enjoy some much-needed alone time. If you’d prefer a little more company, you can always take a plunge in the lodge’s larger guest pool and take in the sights of the animals doing the same at their very own watering hole just across the lawn. Madikwe, meaning “Africa in its majesty”, sits in the uniquely beautiful and malaria-free North West Province, close to the Botswana border. It is one of the largest and most exclusive private game reserves in South Africa. Madikwe’s wooded-hills give way to flat savannah plains, characterized by deep-red earth and sekelbos thickets extending into the dryer yellow-sanded Kalahari plains as you make your way west into the 75 000-hectare reserve. A beautiful diversity of biomes roamed freely by Africa’s notorious Big Five as well as many other mammal species. Twice daily game drives are conducted by qualified guides in open vehicles, giving you the best opportunities to view the wide range of animals in the Madikwe Reserve, with frequent sightings of the Big 5. Special SADC Rate R5,299 per person per night sharing. Book within 45 days of travelling. Valid until 31 May 2024. ​ ​ ​ Standard Rate R13,500 per person sharing per night Children aged 6-15 charged at 50% of sharing rate. Children under 6 stay free. ​ ​ ENQUIRE NOW RATE INCLUDES: All meals Teas/Coffees Two game drives daily with FGASA qualified ranger Game drive refreshments & snacks; Transfers to and from the Eastern Madikwe airstrip Wi-Fi in public areas. HIGHLIGHTS: The uniqueness of Madikwe lies in its diversity – not only the complexity of biomes but the range of fauna and flora that is a result of the changing landscapes – all of which can be covered in a three-hour safari. The Kalahari plains in the western sections of park transition into more recognizable lowveld savannah and acacia thickets, while the hillsides and riverine sections provide more wooded areas, providing the perfect environment for an extraordinary array of wildlife. OUR TIPS: Madikwe Safari Lodge is one of South Africa’s very best family-friendly safari destinations. Being a family-owned lodge, they strongly believe in quality family time, creating unforgettable memories in nature that get passed from generation to generation. The experienced child-minders also allow parents to enjoy some relaxing time to themselves, while children are treated to an array of activities, both fun and educational. You don’t even have to leave your luxury accommodations at the Madikwe Safari Lodge to learn about the fascinating animal life that lives within the reserve. Drop your kids off at Lelapa Lodge’s Eco House or Safari Club, where they can play, craft, and learn more about the local wildlife through an interactive learning programme. By the end of your holiday, your kids may be able to teach you a thing or two about the Big Five, Secret Seven, and the rest of the Madikwe animal gang.

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