Bushcamps

Norman Carr Safaris – Nsolo Camp

– The quintessential "barefoot luxury" bush camp The four spacious chalets raised on wooden decks nestle in the shade of huge ancient trees. Open, ensuite bathrooms provide a surprisingly excellent spot to watch game wander by. Nsolo Camp offers a huge range of game viewing. You can see wild dogs around camp, and buffalo and lions during walking safaris and game drives. The camp is situated on an elephant path and has a family of honey badgers, so there is always plenty going on. For an unforgettable night, try the "Return to the Wild" sleepout. Fall asleep under just a mosquito net and the stars in the middle of a white sand river bed. The adventure includes your own chef, guide and scout.

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Kicheche Laikipia Camp

Set in the shadows of Mount Kenya, overlooking a waterhole in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy – a 90,000 acre private wildlife conservancy, home to the world's last population of northern white rhinos. This luxurious camp has six sumptuous tented suites and refined cuisine. Enjoy an intimate bush experience with activities including day and night game drives, guided walks, canoeing, mountain-biking and lion tracking.

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8 8 Bush Camps

As birds begin to fill the air with song, awaken beneath cool cotton sheets in an elegant tent. Linger a few moments to enjoy your uninterrupted view of dawn breaking over the timeless savannah. Freshen up in your luxurious ensuite bath or delightful outdoor shower. Today, adventure awaits. Let camp owners, guides and trackers – famous for

Bush Lodge, Amakhala Game Reserve

– Evenings are spent around the outdoor fireplace admiring the unspoiled African star-scape Arriving at the colonial Reed Valley Inn reception, guests are transferred into the reserve. Discreetly positioned at the top end of a valley, Bush Lodge offers sumptuous dining with indulgent lounge and bar areas housed by an expansive viewing deck. Each of the five rustic luxury tented suites has a secluded viewing deck with private plunge pool overlooking a watering point. Within the spacious interior is a fire place, climate control and large oval bath. Romantic alfresco double showers make this the perfect base from which to explore this rustic slice of the African wild.

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Serian's Nkorombo

– Nkorombo is Serian’s tented mobile camp Set in the Masai Mara Reserve with a view over the rushing Mara River, the camp's surrounds are bursting with laughing hippo and languorous crocodile. Nestled among a stand of wild olive and orange croton, guests find themselves right next to a lively salt lick that features black rhino, and lion and leopard on the lookout for kill. There is an abundance of prey in this spectacular game viewing spot. Nkorombo comprises five spacious tents decked out in safari style of yore: leather, weathered wood, gauzy swathes of cotton, all lend accents to the essential, beautiful and comfortable style that defines Nkorombo. The ensuite bathrooms meld wilderness and luxury, with flush toilets and bucket showers.

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Serian The Original

– Meaning "peaceful, calm, serene" in the Masai language Serian was the first of Alex’s camps and it truly captures the essence of its name. It lies in the private Mara North Conservancy, and consists of five vast marquees perched on hardwood decking – one of which is a family suite. Each is unique in its own way, but all are furnished with elegant simplicity, complemented by countless thoughtful little touches that make it feel like home. The thatched mess area has a stunning view over the Mara River and the Siria escarpment, and is the perfect spot to share stories of the dwindling day. Join Adrian and Roisin by the fireside as the stars take over the sky, and succumb to the good company and ambiance that constitute Serian’s nightlife.

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their ability to lead guests to unrivaled outdoor encounters with untamed beasts – bring you to hidden viewing areas. Gasp when you spot elephants, rhinos, impalas, hippos, giraffes, cheetahs, lions or wildebeest. At night, under a starry sky, relish fine cuisine and superb service.

Wilderness Safaris Davison's Camp

– A premier wildlife-viewing retreat Go deep inside Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park to the southeastern Linkwasha Concession to discover Davison's Camp. At this classic African tented camp, lodgings are tastefully hidden beneath a grove of false mopane trees, overlooking a waterhole and open plains. The tents and the separate main area – comprising a lounge, dining room, and open campfire area and pool – look out over a waterhole that is very popular with wildlife. Activities at Davison's Camp include game drives in open vehicles and guided early-morning walks. During siesta hours, view wildlife arriving at the waterhole from your tent's veranda or the main areas. Elephants frequently visit the camp. Game viewing is lively year-round.