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Governors’ Camp

Governors’ Camp is a Silver Eco award-winning and pristinely located camp in the heart of the Maasai Mara. The nearby waters of the Mara River flourish with animals and birds, and game graze freely around the camp. bringing the essence of the Mara right to the doorstep. Despite all the comforts of a luxury hotel, Governors’ Camp shelters its visitors entirely under canvas for that authentic safari feel, with views ranging from the Mara River to the Mara plains. This Camp was created in 1972 and was the first permanent tented camp in the Maasai Mara, paving the path that many others would later follow. Though the Governors Camp Collection has expanded greatly over the last 40 years, Governors’ Camp is still one of Africa’s very best and was listed in Travel+Leisure as one of the top 10 safari lodges in Africa for 2020. All the camps in the Collection have been pioneering in the travel industry to develop sustainable eco-tourism and wildlife conservation through close work with the local communities.

Tswalu Tarkuni

Located in the pristine wilderness of Tswalu Game Reserve lies Tswalu Tarkuni, a unique and rustic safari homestead. With only five rooms this property can only accommodate 10 people when full, allowing guests an exclusive and private stay. The rooms are elegant and chic, with ensuite bathrooms and spacious private patio areas. Guests can spend their days exploring the wilderness, on an exciting game drive, an immersive guided walk, or on horseback. For a relaxing day spent at the homestead, guests can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool’s sparkling waters, or head to the spa for a revitalising massage inspired by nature. Meals are created by a talented chef and can be served around the boma, underneath the wide starry sky with a glass of fine South African wine.

Sanctuary Olonana Camp

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

andBeyond Ngala Safari Lodge

Resting within the Ngala Private Game Reserve, andBeyond Ngala Safari Lodge offers guests an unforgettable experience, bordering the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Guests can enjoy a thrilling stay in one of the world’s largest game reserves, where extraordinary animals including the Big 5 and several large prides of big cats can be found. Ngala, which means lion in the local language Shangaan, is also home to a couple of the incredibly rare white lions.

Ngala Safari Lodge enjoys a peaceful and secluded location, under a canopy of dense mopane and tamboti trees, offering some pleasant shade to visitors as they view the passing game from the comfort of their private verandahs. Each of the luxurious thatched cottages features floor to ceiling windows, that allows for stunning landscape views, and the lodge’s swimming pool and sundeck area overlooks a picturesque woodland where some of Kruger National Park’s incredible 500 bird species can be sighted.

andBeyond Phinda Zuka Lodge

Bordered by lush valleys and wooded hills andBeyond Phinda Zuka Lodge sits in the west of Phinda Private Game Reserve. Set amongst the densely wooded Zuka Hills of Phinda Private Game Reserve, studded with aloes and overlooking a small private waterhole, lies Phinda Zuka Lodge, a private sole-use villa, ideal for families and small groups. An intimate lodge that can be booked as exclusive sole use or on a per suite basis. Guest areas include an interactive café-style kitchen, indoor sitting and dining areas, an intimate library with internet access and a swimming pool with an extended wooden deck overlooking the surrounding wilderness.

andBeyond Phinda Mountain Lodge

Perched on a dramatic hill top with wraparound views of the spectacular Ubombo mountain range, and the surrounding Zululand bush, &Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge is a dramatic safari destination. Boasting 16 suites, three family cottages and the exclusive family suite, they all offer breathtaking raptor’s-eye views of the reserve below. Roomy luxurious suites boast natural light through expansive glass windows, elegant ensuite bathrooms inspired by Zulu basketware designs, a beautifully appointed personal bar, private sitting area, sunken lounge and a spacious veranda with a plunge pool and outdoor shower. Intimate sitting areas brim with sunlight, and open decks make the most of the magnificent views. A spacious bar area links the pool, spa and gym that features state-of-the-art equipment, and a yoga deck with a view. Delicious meals are served in the dining area that features an interactive kitchen and pizza oven, and under a star-studded sky in the traditional stone and reed Boma, theatrically illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns.The rim flow pool follows the contours of the hill, with magnificent views of the Lebombo foothills, and the Safari shop showcases the best of regional basket and beadwork.

Sanctuary Kichakani Serengeti Camp (Northern Serengeti)

Sanctuary Kichakani Serengeti Camp invites you to the Northern Serengeti to witness the awe-inspiring wildlife phenomenon that is the Great Migration. Stalking the cycle of this great wildlife exodus is an exclusive experience that Kichakani Serengeti Camp delivers in abundance, eloquently wrapped in a ribbon of lavish comfort. With 10 all-new, stylish, 5-star canvas en-suite units, fully furnished and decked out with lavish amenities, your Serengeti experience will be one to remember. A comprehensive range of staple safari activities centred around the Great Migration and high-volume low impact game viewing will ensure the sights of many exotic creatures, all while remaining conscious of the environment. Rations have no place on safari, as indulgence is an inseparable part of the experience. Three delicious meals are served daily, featuring a lavish three-course evening banquet and a host of lite bites served in-between, including bottomless beverages for all visiting guests. Let the wonders of the Great Migration fill you with awe as you experience the pinnacle of innate exclusivity.

Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp

Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp lies within the rim valley of the Ngorongoro Crater, nestled under a canopy of leaves. The ten luxury tented rooms are generously spaced apart, with panoramic views of the beautiful surrounding landscape. Sit out on your private verandah and admire the sweeping grasslands, lush forests and wandering wildlife as you relax in this tranquil and natural setting. Look out for incredible creatures such as elephants, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, hippos and spotted hyenas. Guests can also enjoy game drives to the crater floor where you will be able to find an abundance of wildlife, including the Ngorongoro lions. The camp’s location within the rim valley allows for quick and easy access to the crater floor, offering exclusive safari opportunities in the early morning before other travellers arrive. Capture amazing photographs of the wildlife before the predators go to rest for the day, escaping the heat of the rising sun.

andBeyond Phinda Homestead

Situated in the Phinda Private Game Reserve, andBeyond Phinda Homestead is a gracious sole-use safari villa that blends seamlessly into the surrounding bushveld. This exclusive lodge boasts four spacious and luxurious suites with sweeping views of the surrounding bush. The emphasis is on outdoor spaces, with the expansive central living areas opening up directly onto the magnificent landscape. Complete with a dedicated rangers team, private butler and chef and its own open 4×4 safari vehicle, Phinda Homestead is ideal for safaris enjoyed at the guest’s own pace. An interactive kitchen allows for intimate, informal family dining and a rim-flow infinity pool provides respite from the heat of the day.

The Cellars Hohenort

The Cellars Hohennort is a five-star luxury hotel, located within the beautiful Constantia Valley which is famous for producing exquisite South African wines. The hotel rests in the heart of the ground’s perfectly manicured and award-winning gardens, where guests can enjoy the delicate plants, trees and flowers, as well as the soothing water features that play home to the hotel’s resident ducks.
The Cellars Hohenort is just a 15-minute drive from the centre of the historic city of Cape Town, and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Table Mountain Range and the property’s 9.5-acre gardens. The Hotel consists of 51 luxury rooms, and two award-winning restaurants, as well as a tranquil spa, two swimming pools, a gym and tennis courts.

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