A gem in the rugged environment, Canyon Lodge is a fusion of farmhouse flavour and natural splendour. Walkways lead to 30 natural stone chalets nestled amongst granite boulders. Celebrate dawn amongst the quiver trees and the aweinspiring adventure of life from the rim of the Fish River Canyon.
The well-established Ongava Lodge is situated in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park. Placed as it is close to the top of a hill in the foothills of the Ondundozonanandana range, the vantage point is beautiful and overlooks a well-frequented waterhole and the plains beyond.
Ongava Lodge offers luxury accommodation in 14 rock-and-thatch en-suite chalets. There are impressive views over the camp’s waterhole from the main lounge and dining areas and there is also an inviting pool to cool off in the heat of the day. Meals are either served in the main dining area under thatch or on the dining deck under the stars.
Activities include game drives into Etosha, spending time in the camp hide, and nature drives and walks on the reserve. Ongava has resident white and black rhino, giving guests staying at Ongava the opportunity to see both species.
Set on a hill with a beautiful vantage point overlooking miles of African scenery, 30 000-hectare private reserve with convenient access into Etosha National Park
Well-placed hide to look onto the productive waterhole near camp
Monitoring the black-faced impala, and reserve has high densities of big game including lion, white and black rhino and plains game
Onguma Tented Camp is a beguiling mixture of sophistication and relaxation, of elegance and the earth.
It is this intriguing combination and attention to detail that makes Onguma Tented Camp, the ultimate in safari chic. In the local Herero language, Onguma means, “the place you don’t want to leave.” With a stunning main building and seven tents providing private, exclusive accommodation, Onguma Tented Camp, certainly lives up to its name.
An atmosphere of elegant dining prevails, complimented by the daily activities taking place around the watering hole, approximately 60 meters away. The surrounding nature lends itself to long lazy afternoons, spent relaxing on the sofas in the lounge, watching the animals go. And when things heat up, all that is required is a gentle stroll to the rim flow pool. Sit and relax in the flowing waters while enjoying an ice cold cooler. Alternatively if more strenuous activity is required, then relaxing on your patio and reading a good book should provide you with all the exercise you may need.
The Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp is situated within the Okonjima Nature Reserve, a region home to some of the world’s most endangered and threatened species. This reserve encompasses a vast span of open wildlife and animals roaming freely across their natural habitat. Thanks to the vital work being done by the AfriCat foundation here, incredible animals such as pangolins, leopards, hyenas and bird life can be monitored and researched to gain a better understanding of their natural patterns, improving their chance of survival as a species. Guests at the camp are actively encouraged to visit and learn about such research, even having the opportunity to take part in guided bush walks and game drives to observe these animals up-close with professionals. The property itself allows guests to immerse within their surroundings, offering unobstructed views of the spectacular wilderness. Guests can indulge in simple pleasures, such as the peaceful atmosphere of the African bush, spotting wildlife at the watering holes situated by each accommodation, or enjoying the flavoursome food and welcoming hospitality. Additionally, indoor and outdoor fireplaces are available for socialising and evenings spent unwinding. Okonjima also offers a number of activities to guests and day visitors, from hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, fitness retreats and much more. Okonjima is on a mission to try and ensure a future for the large carnivores of Namibia. Witness some of the projects such as the Cheetah Rehabilitation Project at work, during your stay whilst taking in the beautiful surroundings.
Machaba Camp rests in Khwai Concession, located in the Okavango Delta. This family-friendly camp welcomes guests of all ages and offers beautiful riverside views. Machaba Camp also overlooks the Moremi Game Reserve, which is rich with exciting wildlife. Enjoy an escape to a natural setting, surrounded by elephants, buffalo, hippo, lions, leopards and many more amazing creatures. Each of the 10 luxuriously furnished tents has a subtle 1950s aesthetic and includes a private verandah and en-suite bathroom.
Kicheche Mara Camp lies in a magnificent valley in Mara North Conservancy, a private conservancy of just under 70,000 acres. Located in a low density tourist area, guests can relax or explore in privacy and exclusivity and receive a traditional safari experience in luscious, untouched African wild. The camp is small, with only 8 tents, and a comfortable communal dining and sitting area – decorated in a traditional and authentic safari style. In front of the camp flows a seasonal stream, making bird viewing here fantastic. The main attraction however is not the camp, rather what surrounds it. Guests can spend their time exploring the area with game drives, perfect for viewing the wildlife in comfort, or guided bush walks which is the perfect activity to get up close and personal with the wildlife.
Spread discreetly across 20 acres of evergreen forest and open savannah is the Gal Oya Lodge, in the middle of the national park of the same name. This ecolodge boasts luxury accommodation while prioritising the environmental wellbeing of the ecosystem around it. Out from the seclusion of the private, sustainability built bungalows, the Gal Oya National Park is teeming with life; watch elephants swim between islands or bath at the lakeside, spot one of hundreds of species of bird, or explore the bountiful plant-life. In this untouched corner of the world nature lives in abundance and with a choice of many different activities, or just from relaxing by the pool, you can enjoy its splendour. Located next to the indigenous Zedda community, the Lodge works in collaboration with them to protect the local environment and educate and inform guests on traditional Sri Lankan life. Whether you want to enjoy a glass of wine on the wrap-around veranda of your bungalow or adventure out on a jungle safari, Gal Oya Lodge is the secluded paradise you’ve been searching for.
Hotel Mocawa is housed within a vibrant and colourful resort, full of beauty and wonderment. The resorts bright decor is symbolic is the vibrant region it lies and local artisans helped create the bold designs on display throughout the resort. The colonial architecture and quaint coffee culture makes this resort a unique and special sty, unlike anything else in the region. Rooms offer comfortable, modern amenities and provide guests with everything they need for an excellent stay. There are a number of incredible facilities onsite including a a swimming pool, a spa, and even a solarium! Everything you need for an incredible family stay can be found within this resort.
Surrounded by the mountains, at a short distance from Machu Picchu, Sol Y Luna gathers both the cultural and natural diversity of the country in an exquisite experience of contrast. Located in Sacred Valley, at the heart of the former Inca Empire, this is a perfect location to explore Peru’s rich history. Each of the forty-three casitas is surrounded by gardens filled with flora native to the Sacred Valley and all face the Andes Mountains where the Incas believed their gods dwelled. Rooms range from superior to premium, each featuring heating, safe box, telephone, and bathrobes
Solio Lodge is located on a private wildlife sanctuary, tucked in the valley between the lofty slopes of Mount Kenya and the peaks of the Aberdare Mountains, directly north of Nairobi. This intimate and luxurious lodge remains the only guest accommodation on the incredible 45,000-acre Solio Game Reserve. The Solio Reserve is internationally recognised as the most successful private rhino breeding reserve in Kenya and visitors will find that sightings of up to 40 rhinoceros at a time are not uncommon. The wildlife experience here is intense and exclusive with 19,000 acres of conservancy surrounded by 45,000 acres of ranch and just one lodge, Solio Lodge, in the middle of it.