Exclusive Luxury

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp is situated in a private 7608-acre conservancy which borders the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti. Owned and managed by the Cottar family, the camp is luxurious with 1920s touches of glamour, yet still feels like an authentic safari camp. Warmly lit ‘mess areas’ offer the perfect place for guests to enjoy a drink or meal with the other guests and form new friendships through your shared safari experience.
The camp only accommodates 28 guests when at capacity, add on to this the location in a private conservancy and you have a camp which is intimate and exclusive. The tents come complete with large, comfortable beds, vintage furniture, and their own private veranda where guests can spend the evening relaxing and marvelling at the pristine nature and rolling hills rising from the horizon. Explore the Cottar’s conservancy on a game drive or on foot keep[ing your eyes peeled for lions, hyenas, elephants, giraffes and cheetah.

Sirikoi Lodge

Sirikoi Lodge offers guests a luxurious and authentic safari experience. The small and exclusive lodge is positioned beside the Sirikoi stream, and offers stunning views from the heart of the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The private conservancy spans 62,000 acres and is home to a number of endangered creatures, offering guests the rare chance to see both black and white rhino, reticulated giraffe and Grevy zebra. Sirikoi Lodge is located between dry arid plains and the lush green base of Mount Kenya, showcasing Kenya’s diverse landscape. Sirikoi consists of 4 luxury tented rooms, as well as the Sirikoi Cottage and Sirikoi House. The accommodations are scattered amongst acacia trees, resting on lush green lawns with waterside views and are designed to give guests a comfortable stay. Watch animals gather at the large natural waterhole and view incredible game from the comfort of your own bedroom.

Ellerman House

Ellerman House is situated in Bantry Bay, where guests can enjoy a quiet and exclusive stay on the edge of Cape Town. Just a short walk from the white sandy Clifton Beaches, travellers can soak up the stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean from the house’s elevated terraces and manicured gardens. Ellerman House is an Edwardian-style mansion, with 13 rooms and suites as well as two private villas – perfect for groups and families. The luxury setting also includes a spa with a range of soothing treatments, an extensive wine cellar and a pristine swimming pool with ocean views and comfy sun loungers.
Guests can view Ellerman House’s incredible private art collection, which spans two centuries of work that explores South African heritage and culture; and can be viewed with a private guide for the full immersive experience. Ellerman House is close to amazing sites such as the Lion’s Head mountain which can be viewed from the house itself, the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, and the Table Mountian National Park.

andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge

Carved into the rocky mountainside, andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge sits in sheer seclusion, suspended over the magnificent valley below. Six stone and adobe suites burrow into the heart of the cliffside, with solid wooden shutters and doors opening out onto a private viewing deck and plunge pool balanced on the very edge of a breathtaking precipice. Boasting spacious ensuite bathrooms, the suites also feature outdoor showers, providing some of the most scenic al fresco bathing on the African continent. The lodge’s comfortable sitting areas offer the perfect vantage point for viewing the abundant birdlife in the surrounding trees and the wildlife roaming the bush below.

andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge

Fringing the reserve’s wildlife-rich wetland system, along the edge of a rare sand forest, the vibrant and intimate andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge offers a tranquil oasis in the middle of flourishing wilderness. This charming lodge features just six thatched suites to ensure exclusivity. Phinda Vlei’s is inspired by the elegant, turn of the century, plantation-style homesteads of KwaZulu-Natal’s sugarcane and pineapple barons. Each air conditioned suite features a spacious room, luxurious ensuite bathroom, and dressing room. The ensuite bathroom provides a sense of old world luxury, while the suite’s interiors showcase a mix of curated antiques and collectables. Guests can also take advantage of a private lap pool and game viewing deck that overlooks a grassy meadow, where they can observe antelope grazing nearby, as well as a variety of birdlife. Unwind in the beautiful surrounds of the main guest area, which also includes a handsome library, and a welcoming fire pit setting – perfect for pre-dinner drinks! Mealtimes are a delightful affair, with a variety of settings to indulge in the lodge’s delectable menus; one of which is a spacious, all-weather deck that allows for al fresco dining with spectacular views of the surrounding wetland.

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 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.

Somalisa Tented Camp

Somalisa Tented Camp lies in the heart of Hwange National Park, overlooking the stunning and diverse landscape. Guests can enjoy the sights of sweeping golden savannah, thick acacia forests and shimmering waterholes, all from the comfort of the camp. The viewing deck offers elevated views over swaying grasslands and an elephant pool where grey giants come to bathe, drink and play. The camp is comprised of 7 sailcloth tents, each with an indoor fireplace, private deck and en-suite bathroom. The camp is harmonious with nature, both in design and function. Powered by a full solar farm and with a water purity system that recycles the majority of the camp’s wastewater, Somalisa has won Zimbabwe’s Gold Green Tourism Certification. Enjoy a luxurious stay, surrounded by a range of amazing creatures in a unique and stunning setting.

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge rests within a private concession adjacent to the Northeast border of Matusadona National Park, and overlooking the vast waters of Lake Kariba. The lodge offers stunning views of the tranquil sapphire horizon, which guests can enjoy from the outdoor infinity pool (which seems to blend into the lake itself), or from the multi-level dining terraces. Bumi Hills Safari Lodge consists of 10 rooms with views over the lake, as well as the Baobab Villa, each with balcony views over the lake and beautifully finished in a fusion of contemporary western and African styles. Guests can enjoy an authentic safari experience in stunning and luxurious surroundings and explore both the land and water with game drives and sunset cruises.

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