All accommodation tents include crisp cream cotton bed linen, bedside tables, gas lighting in both the private bathroom and bedroom, hot water bottles in cold weather and chocolates on the pillows at turn-down each evening. Enclosed verandas with chairs allow a private area inside of the tent, in-room luggage racks, and en-suite shower and toilet room are lavishly decorated with copper basins, mirrors, the finest organic soaps and body lotions, fresh towels daily, a flush portable chemical toilet and hot showers.
PIONEERS OF ECO-TRAVEL LUXURY As custodians of Africa’s natural wealth, the conservation ethic of ‘leave no trace behind’ is first and foremost on every Hayward’s luxury mobile tented camp. Each big group safari camp is a bespoke chartered event into the area of choice and run as a client’s own exclusive private 5-star hotel. Fully equipped to their personal requirements and managed accordingly by dedicated and trained safari staff. Voted ‘World’s Best Glamping Operator’ by the World Travel Awards and 2019’s Best Mobile Safari Experience in Africa by the Safari Awards, Hayward’s is dedicated to preserving wildlife and promoting ethical travel to support the reserves which protect and maintain Africa’s rich cultural and wildlife heritage.
CUISINE Each themed dining experience is carefully curated to the client’s preference, the season and the budget, offering a variety of tastes and specialties of the region that is being visited. While not ignoring the value of some home comforts such as full English breakfasts, scrumptious al fresco picnic luncheons at the watering hole, wine and whiskey tastings, and five and eight course pan-African themed dinners.
“Our client’s enjoyment is always at the forefront of our minds,” Peter says, “But we are all responsible for protecting these lands for future generations to be able to enjoy and share.”
ACCOMMODATION There are two styles of safari accommodation available, namely Classic Hemingway Expedition Tents and Presidential Suites which represent full turn-of-the century ambiance.
“Our superb team of chefs are supported by silver service trained waiters, guides and hostesses to ensure service levels are beyond exemplary,” Peter says. Guests also have a choice of full-staging entertainment to genteel repasts in the Gentlemen’s Cigar Lounge or a fully-serviced conference, as well as luxury spa treatments.
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