Private Lodges

– Situated in northern Botswana within the Chobe Forest Reserve

Ngoma Safari Lodge borders the western edge of Chobe National Park – renowned for its outstanding wildlife, in particular the famous Chobe Elephants, and home to more than 75 mammal and 450 bird species. Each of the lodge’s eight luxurious river-facing suites offers quiet refuge and comes complete with bath, indoor and outdoor showers plus a private outdoor living area with a "refresh and relax pool". As Ngoma Safari Lodge is situated in the Chobe Forest Reserve, both walking and night drives are permitted. Activities include walks, a full-day safari including a picnic lunch, day and night drives, birding and visits to the local community. A joint community and privately funded project developed with the Chobe Enclave Conservation Trust (CECT), the lodge is committed to making a sustainable difference to the local communities and their environment. Through its socially responsible programs, the lodge enriches the lives of those living within this community.

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9 9 Private Lodges

Spoil yourself with an intimate, exclusive escape in the company of your closest friends and family members. Cocoon in the sanctuary of a luxurious private lodge, and welcome an astonishing adventure each day. Enjoy exclusive use of accommodation with all the comforts of home – such as fully equipped kitchens and

Luangwa Safari House, Robin Pope Safaris

– A personalized, private safari experience Marvel at the original African design of Luangwa Safari House, a luxury lodge overlooking a lagoon with the Chindeni Hills as a backdrop. Wildlife, including elephants and giraffes, are regular visitors, and guests occasionally see animal kills first hand from the house. The views are truly stunning, with one side of your lodgings open to the bush. Each of the fourbedrooms is large, stylish and individual. Delicious fresh meals are served inside the remarkable house on a marble table, or out on the deck accessed by a raised walkway with a view of the waterhole. The plunge pool also overlooks the lagoon, creating a dream-like experience.

Impodimo Game Lodge

– Situated in the malaria-free "Big Five" Madikwe Game Reserve Impodimo Game Lodge is set along a rocky ridge commanding stunning vistas of the reserve. Located at the source of a natural spring, it offers riverine serenity. This luxury lodge features a safari unit consisting of two-bedrooms, each with a full ensuite bathroom, as well as a kitchen, lounge, private deck and swimming pool. This unit can be enjoyed on a deluxe safari basis.

Let your chef cater all your meals within the privacy of your unit. Enjoy dawn and dusk safaris – or outings at whatever time suits you – with your private guide and tracker team. And delight in uninterrupted views of the Madikwe Game Reserve from your spacious deck.

Sirikoi Lodge

– A beautiful, small, family-run lodge on private land This lodge is recognized as one of Africa's most luxurious, though it remains true to the essence of safari. Surrounded by the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, set in a shady acacia grove and overlooking a natural waterhole and the slopes of Mount Kenya, Sirikoi Lodge also offers some of the best wildlife viewing in East Africa. Evening sundowners with amazing views of distant mountain ranges and delicious meals served under the stars next to a roaring fire, top off a day spent exploring one of Kenya's most prestigious wildlife conservancies. You may hear the sounds of animals in camp late at night, but this is just a small part of the magical experience on offer at Sirikoi Lodge.

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Chongwe River House

– A spectacular private villa with 360-degree views along the Chongwe River The Lower Zambezi – known for its magnificent herds of wild elephants, exceptional predator viewing and the mighty Zambezi River – is also home to Chongwe River House. This multi-award winning private Villa has four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and waterfall showers. With your own host, chef, guides and vehicles, you can customize your safari every day. Chongwe River House was extensively refurbished in 2012 and has won "Best Safari House in Africa" for the second year running. It is an ideal base from which to explore the bush with friends or family, and has enough space that you can find a quiet spot to unwind and appreciate your surroundings.

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relaxing living spaces – often embellished with the likes of your own host, chef and butler as well as use of vehicles, private plunge pools and exclusive game viewing platforms. With an intimate group of congenial companions, share the untouched magic of Africa's wild landscapes.

Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge

– Magnificent location, flawless design A lodge concession awarded by the North West Parks and Tourism Board within the existing Pilanesberg Game Reserve, the entire lodge lies in an exclusive use zone in the south-western portion of the 141,000 acre, “Big Five″ and malaria free Reserve. The magnificent main lodge acts as a central gathering point and social environment for all guests as well as the point from which all the activities depart and return. The featured architecture and interior design are the hallmark of the lodge, and flawless finishes leave no detail overlooked. The lodge offers commanding views of the distant bushveld amphitheater and is superbly positioned adjacent to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve’s Wilderness Area, thus offering the opportunity of walking trails in this untouched environment. Guests can enjoy two game drives daily which are conducted during the morning and evening guided by your game ranger in an open ten-seater game viewing vehicle. The game drives take between three and four hours, with a sundowners stop at sunset and a coffee stop in the morning.

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