Luxury Tented Camps

– Privacy for couples, families or small groups Great Plains Conservation's Zarafa Camp is Botswana's only member of Relais & Châteaux. Zarafa is found inside the 320,000 acre private Selinda Reserve in northern Botswana and is synonymous with exclusivity, opulence and wildlife. Sitting on an island in the floodplain of the Zibadianja Lagoon, the source of the Savute Channel, you find yourself in a prime wildlife-viewing area. Adventures in this vast region defy imagination. Explore it on foot, in a open game drive vehicle or by pontoon boat. Each of the camp’s four immense marquis tent-suites are raised on wooden decks and shaded by a canopy of African ebony and red ivory trees. Each offers uninterrupted views, a private plunge pool and an outdoor shower. The Zarafa Dhow Suites consists of two large, Marquisstyle tents on a private deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon, along with a private pool. The Dhow Suites are separate to the rest of Zarafa. Here the nightly rate includes the services of a private chef and private game drive vehicle with guide.

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Surrender to the irresistible allure of open savannah, lush floodplain or enchanted forest from an abode that suits its site. Make Africa your home for spellbound days in a luxury tented camp. Surrounded by rich décor and plush furnishings admire the view from your expansive deck. Enjoy chilled towels after a hot safari. Delight

Potato Bush Camp

– Adjacent to its sister camp – world-renowned Sausage Tree Camp With a stunning panoramic view overlooking the Zambezi River and escarpment, this site is nestled under Mahogany, Sausage, Winter Thorn and Acacia Tortillas Trees, which provide excellent shade. Potato Bush Camp is comprised of three well-appointed canvas and rosewood safari tents and also a two-bedroom family tent (similar to the very popular Kigelia House at Sausage Tree Camp). Guests enjoy the open plan dining, bar and lounge area, accessed by each of the four tents by way of raised timber boardwalks. This also enables the camp to stay open from the 1st of April through to early January when the camp closes for the peak of the rainy season.

Wilderness Safaris Little Makalolo Camp

– In one of Hwange National Park’s best wildlife viewing areas Wilderness Safaris Little Makalolo Camp offers privacy for guests who enjoy small camps and a sense of remoteness. The area is ecologically diverse, ensuring great numbers of animals year-round. The camp’s six spacious ensuite tents, with both indoor and outdoor showers, are nestled in the tree line. Teak walkways lead to the main area where a Mopane tree shades the dining and living area. During siesta hours, guests can enjoy outstanding wildlife viewing at the log pile hide that overlooks the waterhole in front of camp. Activities center on game drives in open Land Rovers and guided walks. The area’s many waterholes attract game in both quantity and variety throughout the year.

– A world of authentic African experiences Nestled in the heart of the expansive Olare Motorogi Conservancy, bordering the Masai Mara Natural Reserve, lies Olare Mara Kempinski. Unmatched beauty stretching across approximately 33,000 acres of savannah is visible from all tent decks and main areas. The atmosphere combines rustic African charm and the sophistication of true Kempinski style with unparalleled comfort. A cluster of 12 alluring tents include one suite tent with a private plunge pool, four family tents and seven private tents, each of which have been given Masai names with a special meaning relevant to the region. The Masai Mara National Reserve, home to one of the largest population of lions in the world, also shelters over a million wildebeest and thousands of zebras and Thomson’s gazelles that migrate there every year. The migration is one of the most exhilarating moments you will experience in the wilderness. Guests can enjoy activities such as bird walks, game walks and nature walks in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, cultural Masai visits and balloon safaris over the Masai Mara National Reserve, accompanied by a knowledgeable safari guide.

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in luxurious bath products, silky linens and delicious cuisine. Learn about the flora and fauna from local guides who know this timeless landscape intimately. Relax completely and let ancient landscapes, exotic animals and rich cultures enthral you as you become truly immersed in the experience of Africa.

Ongava Tented Camp

– Ongava Game Reserve borders Etosha National Park Tucked into a hidden valley at the foot of a dolomite hill is where you will find Ongava Tented Camp. Eight tents are Meru-style all with ensuite facilities, open air showers and private veranda. The family unit sleeps four. The main area fronts onto a much-frequented waterhole. Watching wildlife coming to drink from here or the swimming pool is a favorite past time. Ongava's proximity to Etosha allows for game drives in the national park and on the Ongava Reserve itself. Other possibilities include game walks, birding and spending time in hides. Ongava holds one of the largest rhino custodianships for the Namibian government in the country and offers white and black rhino sightings.

Azura Selous

– The authentic Africa that you have been dreaming of awaits you Located on the banks of the Great Ruaha River, in a remote and spectacular part of the Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania, Azura Selous is luxurious, personalized and intimate. The design of the lodge offers wow factor on every level. An infinity pool overlooking the river rapids and 12 air-conditioned tented villas with every creature comfort, opulent stone bathrooms and private plunge pools are just the start. Guests experience the most authentic safaris in open 4WD custom-built vehicles with expert guides while cuisine follows the "every day is different" dining philosophy. This is a fantastic all-round safari experience in one of Africa’s few natural wilderness areas.