The Ultimate To Do List - Africa 2008/10

THE ULTIMATE TO DO LIST Est. 1992

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At The Classic Safari Company, we believe authentic encounters with the African bush should never be packaged. Our expertise and inherent love of Africa, nurtured through years of involvement with our premier safari outfitters, allows us to create safaris which are bespoke and authentic in style and character. By tailor-making your journey to suit your own style and pace, we guide you into the wilderness, creating a powerful blend of experiences which intoxicate your senses, energise your spirit and soothe your soul.

The Ultimate To Do List is a collection of our favourite camps and lodges that together provide a luxurious bush experience, exceptional hospitality and professionalism in the fields of guiding and conservation – all qualities we are passionate about. Our specialist team will tailor your Ultimate safari experience based around these locations to give you the most authentic and rewarding African journey. Highlighted are a collection of itineraries which we consider to be some of the very best in each of these colourfully diverse regions of the continent.

Julie McIntosh & Sarah Hoyland

Est. 1992

CONTENTS AFRICA

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BAREFOOT CHIC

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FAMILY

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BOTSWANA

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BIRDS

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FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD

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NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA

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BOUTIQUE HOTELS

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GOURMET

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ZAMBIA

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COMMUNITY

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GRAND HOUSES & PRIVATE VILLAS

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KENYA & TANZANIA

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CONSERVATION

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GREAT WILDLIFE MIGRATION

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TANZANIA

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DESERT & DUNES

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HORSE SAFARIS

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LEADING SAFARI GUIDES

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PRIVATE LODGES

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STYLE, DESIGN, AND INTERIORS

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LODGES

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RAIL

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TENTED CAMPS

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MALARIA FREE SAFARIS

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RIVERS

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UNDER THE STARS

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MOBILE SAFARIS

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ROMANCE

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WALKING

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MOUNTAINS AND TREKKING

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SAFARIS BY WATER

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MAP OF AFRICA

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PRIMATES

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SPA & WELLNESS

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AFRICA As a travel destination Africa offers a captivating combination of culture, wildlife, wilderness and adventure. Highlights include game viewing in the Serengeti, Tanzania; drifting through waterways of the Okavango Delta, Botswana; mountain trekking to discover gorillas in Uganda; watching the sunset behind the sand dunes in Namibia; exploring the colourful streets of Cape Town in South Africa; getting soaked by the spray of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe; and lazing on pristine beaches of Zanzibar island, Tanzania.

Southern Africa teems with wildlife and is home to many national parks and private reserves inhabited by animals large and small. There are spectacular beaches, vast landscapes, sleepy villages and tall forests to be explored. With endless experiences to delight you, Southern Africa becomes addictive.

Eastern Africa is an exotic destination offering outstanding game viewing, pristine beaches and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, rare sightings of gorillas and the heart-warming culture of the local people everywhere. From its Arab influenced coastline, vibrant cities to the calming countryside, all provide an unparalleled holiday destination.

Wildlife Africa is known for the number and bio-diversity of its wildlife. Whilst large mammals such as lion, elephant and rhino are the most sought after on safari there is plenty of opportunity to find others including wildebeest, zebra, giraffe and a huge variety of bird species. Professional rangers also pass on their knowledge of trees, wild flowers, snakes, insects and on the eco-systems they inhabit.

Culture Africa boasts a dazzling variety of cultures, cuisines, languages and traditions.

Each country is home to huge ethnic diversity with each tribe contributing its own distinct language, music, dance and way of life. It is often possible to interact with local communities and learn more of their tribal history.

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BOTSWANA

THE KALAHARI OASIS OKAVANGO DELTA MOBILE CAMPING SAFARI & THE MAKGADIKGADI SALT

Mobile Safaris are exclusive tented

Botswana is a great place in which to indulge in a

expeditions, reminiscent of the classic

luxurious classical tented safari with Uncharted

traditions of the early explorers. These

Africa visiting remote and stunning areas. Bush guides share their intimate knowledge, while the

safaris take you almost anywhere,

camp crew provide for your every need – fresh

travelling in small groups that allow a

laundry, cosy duvets, hot showers, cool drinks

personal connection with the environment through which you pass.

and hearty meals. After a fireside chat, fall into bed and in the silence you will sleep as you never have before…unless woken by the calls of hyena and lion. Rest snug in a canvas cocoon.

Uncharted Africa and their guides, such as Ralph Bousfield, reveal a variety of habitats – from the wet of the Delta to the dry vlei and the stark drama of the pans. Part boffin, part adventurer, part Hemingway and not a little mad, these guides are one of the greatest assets you will uncover on a mobile safari. Plan each day with your guide, whether that be following a specific animal or sitting quietly by a water hole.

Mobile safaris enable flexibility – move with the shifting waters of the delta, the Kalahari sands and the game that calls this land home.

For a fitting finale leave the Kalahari landscapes to find yourself perched above the Zambezi

DAY 1 – 3 CHARTER TO THE OKAVANGO DELTA & MOREMI GAME RESERVE -

DAY 4

River, which flows slowly past before falling

UNCHARTED AFRICA MOBILE CAMP

away into the Zambezi Gorge creating the

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legendary Victoria Falls.

TRAVEL BY BOAT TO THE OKAVANGO DELTA ISLAND – FLY CAMP

DAY 5 – 8 CHARTER TO THE MAKGADIKGADI SALT PANS – JACK’S CAMP DAY 9 –11 CHARTER VIA KASANE AND THE ZAMBEZI RIVER TO LIVINGSTONE, ZAMBIA – THE RIVER CLUB

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NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA Namibia is a land where the words strange, stark and dramatic take on three dimensions with an intensity that takes your breath away. This is raw earth that

FLYING SAFARI TO SOSSUSVLEI, THE SKELETON COAST & THE OKAVANGO DELTA From the powerful landscapes of the fog swathed Skeleton Coast where the dunes roar

nature deemed fit to leave free of clutter

and the wind plays sculptor, to the vastness of

and superfluous trimmings.

the Etosha Pan, home to mirages and dust devils as well as some of the best game viewing in Africa. In the Namib Desert apricot-coloured dunes – the highest in the world – form shifting, drifting mobile mountains.

Combine this with one of Africa’s wildlife jewels - Botswana’s Okavango Delta. A secret labyrinth of waterways, islands and swamps and a breathtaking contrast to the desert scapes of Namibia.

DAY 1 – 2

CHARTER TO THE NAMIB NAUKLUFT – LITTLE KULALA OR WOLWEDANS

DAY 3 – 6

COMMENCE SKELETON COAST FLYING SAFARI

DAY 7 – 8

CHARTER TO ONGUMA TENTED CAMP, ETOSHA

DAY 9 DAY 10 – 11

WINDHOEK CHARTER INTO THE OKAVANGO DELTA – JAO CAMP OR XIGERA

DAY 12 - 15

CHARTER TO MOMBO CAMP OR DUBA PLAINS

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ZAMBIA Zambia a haven for those who want to lose themselves in the wild. Zambia offers fewer tourists, remote access and incredible paybacks in wildlife and natural beauty. Of its vast and remote landscape, Zambia has devoted a third of its area to the preservation of wildlife.

FLYING AND MOBILE WALKING SAFARIS LIVINGSTONE, THE LOWER ZAMBEZI, THE LUANGWA AND THE AFRICA HOUSE Access to many of these areas can be challenging, with light aircraft being the Zambian equivalent of a taxi cab. But for those in the know, Zambia is dotted with hidden oases of tented luxury that will pamper and surprise, and play dangerous games with your notions of basic lifestyle needs.

Along the Zambezi River, which curls between Zambia and Zimbabwe on its way to the Indian Ocean, perfectly blended camps hide in the shade of Sausage Trees. Such vantage points provide an excellent getaway for slipping silently into a canoe to glide amongst the hippos and birds or watch elephants revel in the undisguised joys of bath-time.

In the South Luangwa the game is so prolific that the area has been called ‘the crowded valley’.

Its quietly whispered fame boasts of large herds of buffalo, and ready sightings of the usually

DAY 1 – 3

VICTORIA FALLS, LIVINGSTONE – THE RIVER CLUB

elusive leopard and painted dog. Beautiful oxbow lagoons and stunning fig trees complete the picture. Perfect for dry game adventures

DAY 4 – 7

CHARTER TO THE LOWER ZAMBEZI NATIONAL PARK – SAUSAGE TREE CAMP

by vehicle or on foot. This is the way the earliest inhabitants

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DAY 8 – 12

CHARTER TO THE LUANGWA VALLEY – WALKING MOBILE SAFARI WITH ROBIN POPE SAFARIS

DAY 13 – 15

CHARTER TO NORTHERN ZAMBIA TO THE AFRICA HOUSE – SHIWA N’GANDU

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KENYA Kenya & Tanzania are what we conjure in own eyes. A collage of African images

OUT OF AFRICA - FLYING SAFARI TO KENYA’S LAIKIPIA, THE RIFT VALLEY LAKES, MASAI MARA & AMBOSELI

with the essences we would expect of

This is the land of many of Africa’s best loved

her – wide, open plains, flat topped Acacia

game parks, names synonymous with safaris in

trees weighed down by vast skies; luxury

style – the gentle roll of the Masai Mara and the

tented camps inherited in the wake of the

stark drama of Samburu in Kenya; the legendary

first pioneers, rocky kopjes and game that

Serengeti Plains and awe inspiring Ngorongoro

drives you wild.

Crater. And for those who know where to look,

our minds before we see Africa with our

untouched wilds like the Selous and Katavi, and the enchanting Mountains of the Mahale, make even the most vivid musing seem like idle daydreams.

Spilling down from Africa’s highest peak to her largest lake, Kenya and Tanzania roar of Africa.

Superlative accommodations – from

stylish homes to luxurious camps – make ideal bases from which to explore with the help of guides. These locals know the landscape and its inhabitants intimately, taking pride in sharing their knowledge.

DAY 1 – 3

CHARTER FROM NAIROBI PAST MT KENYA TO THE LAIKIPIA – BORANA LODGE

DAY 4 – 6

CHARTER DOWN THE RIFT VALLEY TO LAKE NAIVASHA – HIPPO POINT

DAY 7 – 9

CHARTER TO THE MASAI MARA – REKERO TENTED CAMP

DAY 10 – 12

CHARTER TO AMBOSELI – OL DONYO WUAS

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TANZANIA Following the rain, on an instinctively ordained path through northern Tanzania and southern Kenya, the Serengeti Migration both humbles and amazes.

THE BEAST RETREAT - THE SERENGETI, MAHALE MOUNTAINS, KATAVI AND THE SELOUS On the same plains, where our ancestors left their imprints three and a half million years ago, today the footprints of a million beasts leaves a trail that blazes a scar visible from space.

On the shores of Lake Tanganyika, where mountains rise from Africa’s deepest lake, discover the Mahale Mountains and Greystoke Tented Camp – a chance to experience this remote area as a privileged castaway. Sit amongst chimpanzees as they forage and play, displaying a rich repertoire of physical touching in addition to grooming – embracing, kissing, patting and tickling.

DAY 1 – 2

CHARTER TO THE NGORONGORO CRATER – CRATER LODGE

DAY 3 – 6

CHARTER TO THE SERENGETI – GRUMETI RESERVES - SABORA TENTED CAMP AND SASAKWA LODGE

DAY 7 - 9

MAHALES MOUNTAINS – GREYSTOKE CAMP

DAY 10 – 12 DAY 13 – 15

KATAVI – KATAVI TENTED CAMP CHARTER TO THE SELOUS RESERVE – SAND RIVERS SELOUS

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BAREFOOT CHIC Africa offers an abundance of exotic beach destinations like no other; the pristine white sandy beaches and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean island of Zanzibar; Malawi’s inland freshwater lake teeming with colourful fish, more than any other lake on earth; Mozambique’s tropical sun-kissed beaches. Each location provides an intoxicating blend of sunlight, sea and fresh air, and an array of ocean activities such as snorkelling, diving, sailing and fishing. Run barefoot through the sand, lie back and relax with an outdoor massage, sip cocktails and enjoy a romantic dinner on your private deck while only meters from the culture and history of tribal Africa.

1 MATEMWE & MATEMWE RETREAT Matemwe Lodge, and the smaller luxury Matemwe Retreat, boast the most idyllic beaches of Zanzibar and offer spectacular diving and snorkelling in the nearby Mnemba Atoll Marine Park.

Matemwe embodies the quintessential beach experience: a relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, massages, cocktails, swimming pools, diving, snorkelling, lush tropical gardens and sumptuous cuisine - fresh seafood being the specialty. Discover the island’s cuisine and history by taking a Spice Tour or visiting the old Stone Town.

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Each of the twelve spacious rooms (main lodge) and three luxury villas (Retreat) feature large verandas overlooking the Indian Ocean. The main lodge has swimming pools, and the Retreat villas have private plunge pools.

2 VAMIZI ISLAND Vamizi Island lies off the coast of northern Mozambique in the Quirimbas Archipelago. It remains one of the last pristine marine wilderness areas in the Indian Ocean. On the island, eight kilometres of white beach lies between indigenous tropical forest, and turquoise waters.

Vamizi Island has 10 (soon to be 13) luxurious beach villas, five of which have double suites for families with children, or friends. The deck around each villa overlooks its own private stretch of beach and the ocean beyond, and day-beds invite a lazy afternoon in the sea-breeze. The villa interiors are of traditional décor reflecting the mix of Swahili Coast traders and explorers who visited the area in past centuries.

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3 AZURA RETREATS NKWICHI LODGE E AZURA RETREATS NORTH ISLAND WILDERNESS MUMBO ISLAND CAMP VAMIZI ISLAND

Imagine an unspoilt island within a National Park, deserted beaches of pure white sand, sparkling turquoise seas crisscrossed by local dhows plying their trade, swaying palms, sunny days and star studded nights…and you have Azura Mozambique.

MATEMWE & MATEMWE RETREAT BENGUERRA LODGE

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Azura is the country’s first luxury ‘eco’ boutique retreat. Built entirely by hand by the local community and operated in partnership with them, it has just 14 villas, each with its own infinity pool and designed for both pampering and barefoot escapism.

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4 BENGUERRA LODGE Benguerra is a unique, African island paradise – washed by the turquoise waters of the warm Mozambique channel.

The Lodge is small and intimate offering personalized service and barefoot luxury. Accommodation consists of stylish Cabanas, each with a private deck and plunge pool, and luxurious Casitas complete with lounge, private wooden deck with plunge pool and dining sala, all just a step away from the beautiful white beach. The exclusive Villa offers unsurpassed luxury and privacy, with two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen with personal chef and private swimming pool.

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Benguerra works closely with the local community to conserve this unspoiled island. Enjoy superb diving, snorkelling, world class saltwater fly-fishing, or simply relax…

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5 MUMBO ISLAND CAMP Mumbo Island is a pristine tropical island floating on the blue waters of Lake Malawi National Park, the first Park in the world set aside for the protection of freshwater fish. Surrounded by crystal clear waters and innumerable species of cichlid fish, Mumbo Island Camp offers what is often considered to be the best freshwater scuba diving in the world and the best snorkelling on the Lake.

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6 NORTH ISLAND WILDERNESS North Island in the Seychelles is Wilderness Safaris’ island paradise, a rare sanctuary for those seeking an unspoiled tropical haven that touches the lives of its guests and inspires them long after they leave. With only 11 exquisitely designed and handcrafted villas, it provides the very best in exclusivity, location, service and facilities including a beautifully located health spa and gym, world-class dive centre, a stunning swimming pool and exquisite sandy beaches.

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A hidden, hand-built lodge on the dazzling Mozambique shores of Lake Niassa in an unspoilt corner of Africa.

Here the soft, ‘squeaking’ sands are washed by clear waters teeming with colourful marine-life.

Explore on foot, by canoe, or in sailing dhows or simply laze in a hammock above a secluded cove. Experience how responsible tourism can support local people and their timeless surroundings.

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Nkwichi Lodge, a romantic interlude and perfect complement to an African safari.

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NORTH ISLAND WILDERNESS

BIRDS Africa is abundant with exquisite birdlife, providing birding enthusiasts boundless viewing opportunities. There are exclusive bird watching trips led by specialist guides varying from a 1 day excursion from your lodge to longer mobile safaris. Travel along waterways, through bush and forests and across open grassland savannas viewing many different bird species in a variety of ecosystems. Look for specials such as the Shoebill Stork, Slaty Egret, Pel’s Fishing Owl and African Skimmer.

1 SEMLIKI SAFARI LODGE The lodge is situated in the Semliki Valley Wildlife Reserve, the oldest protected area in Uganda and a prime conservation hot-spot. Eight tented rooms with large four-poster beds and en-suite bathrooms, along with a secluded swimming pool, all overlook the stunning Rwenzori mountains.

Guests can take an early morning boat trip to search for the rare shoebill stork, or trek wild chimpanzees in the rainforest with resident researchers. Over 400 birds have been recorded including 30 rare endemics.

Night drives will give you the chance to see nocturnal wildlife plus owls and nightjars. The habitat diversity within the reserve supports an array of fauna including lion, leopard, savannah and forest elephant, buffalo and chimpanzees.

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2 HIPPO POINT This magnificent 1930’s Elizabethan house is situated alongside Lake Naivasha in Kenya, an ornithological paradise with over 520 bird species. Seven double bedrooms, a secluded swimming pool, a gazebo for body treatments, and a team of dedicated staff provide the perfect base from which to enjoy the surrounding African wilderness. Boat cruises on the lake, walks and game drives help you to discover the resident buffalo, giraffe, hippo, zebra and birding specials such as purple gallinule and Maccoa ducks.

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THE SHOEBILL SAFARI HIPPO POINT

Phinda Private Game Reserve encompasses an impressive 23 000 hectares (56 800 acres) of prime wilderness in KwaZulu-Natal comprising seven distinct habitats ‚ from dry sand forest to wetland systems and mountain ranges. Catch a glimpse of the shy suni antelope, track rhino in the bushveld, observe breeding herds of elephant in fever tree forests, hold your breath as a cheetah teaches her cubs to hunt, glide past hippo on the Mzinene River and search for Rudd’s Apalis, Neergaard’s sunbird and the colourful Narina Trogon. Phinda is a regular recipient of conservation and community awards.

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SINDABEZI ISLAND &BEYOND PHINDA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE SEMLIKI SAFARI LODGE SIANKABA LODGE EAGLE ISLAND CAMP DUMA TAU CAMP

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4 EAGLE ISLAND CAMP Deep within Botswana’s Okavango Delta, is the paradise of Eagle Island Camp. This water-based camp with twelve en-suite tents is situated on Xaxaba Island, and offers high quality wildlife viewing. With over 400 bird species it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise with one of the highest concentrations of the majestic African Fish Eagle. Safari walks, mokoro river trips and scenic helicopter game-viewing flights give guests a unique opportunity to discover this “otherworldly” location.

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5 THE SHOEBILL SAFARI Join ornithologist and local guide Keyala Phiri for this exceptional trip covering the South Luangwa, Kasanka, and Lower Zambezi National Parks. Search for the remarkable shoebill stork, crowned eagle, lovebirds and wattled cranes and wildlife such as elephants, lions and endangered painted dog.

The Bangweulu wetlands, just north of Kasanka are one of Zambia’s most spectacular wildlife secrets with over 100,000 black lechwe and the world’s most visible shoebill storks. Kasanka is famed for having over 400 bird species, as well as the rare sitatunga antelope whilst South Luangwa and Zambezi River add a host of wildlife, and riverine bird specials such as African Fish Eagle and Finfoot .

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Sindabezi Island is unique, an idyllic bush camp on a private island in the Zambezi River and the most environmentally friendly property on the river. In 2008 it was selected by The Sunday Times in London as one of the best remote places to stay in the world.

Sindabezi has only five open-sided thatched chalets allowing guests to see and hear a wide variety of birds and wildlife. A local ornithologist is available to take guests on boat cruises or walks, where birds often seen include the African Finfoot, Rock Pratincole, Trumpeter Hornbill and Schalow’s Turaco.

Combine Sindabezi with a stay at our sister property, Tongabezi Lodge, a short boat ride away.

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The Islands of Siankaba is a luxurious lodge, exclusively sleeping just fourteen guests. The principle guest amenities are located on the larger island whilst the seven guest chalets are situated on the smaller island overlooking the river and linked by a series of bridges and wooden walkways. Birding is exceptional on the island and in nearby Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park.

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DumaTau is a ten-roomed luxury tented camp in the 125 000-hectare Linyanti Wildlife Reserve bordering Chobe National Park in northern Botswana. Situated close to the source of the Savute Channel on one of the lagoons within the Linyanti Swamp system, makes game drives and birding one of the highlights of a stay here. Look for Lion prides and sable antelope along with slaty egret and Narina trogon.

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BOUTIQUE HOTELS A collection of high-class, stylish boutique hotels are presented in some of Africa’s premiere destinations – South Africa’s vibrant cities of Cape Town and Johannesburg, and Uganda’s bustling city of Kampala. Each retreat-like hotel is designed with an African elegance in mind and coupled with gourmet cuisine and award winning wines on offer. With an abundance of activities to delight you, you will be pleased to relax in the charm and comfort of these elite boutique hotels.

1 MORE CAPE CADOGAN BOUTIQUE HOTEL Offering a rare combination of historic exteriors with classic bohemian interiors the More Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel was ‘Victorianised’ in 1912 and declared a National Monument in 1984. Its charm and character is matched with its desirable location amongst popular restaurants, street café’s and stylish boutiques of Kloof Street, the heart of Cape Town.

The 12 luxuriously appointed bedrooms are decorated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique furniture using dramatic fabrics to maximum effect.

The public areas comprise a comfortable lounge with open fireplace leading out to the pool area. This Hotel is Owned and Managed by the More Hotels Private Collection.

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2 AN AFRICAN VILLA An African Villa is a well situated boutique guesthouse with a ‘Zen African’ feel. Some of Cape Town’s best restaurants are a stroll away. It has 10 beautifully styled en suite bedrooms. There is a library with computers and wireless internet access for guest use free of charge. The courtyard where breakfast is served in fine weather, has a small plunge pool. The house is owner managed.

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EMIN PASHA HOT HOTEL TEL BOUTIQUE THE SAXON BOUTI IQ QUE E HOTEL HOTEL & SPA PA THE PEECH HOTEL BUSHMANS KLOOF WILDERNESS RESERVE & WELLNESS RETREAT AN AFRICAN VILLA

Situated in Paarl’s Drakenstein Valley, South Africa.

Grande Roche’s heritage dates back to 1717 and over the years the homestead grew and changed and, in 1876, it was renovated to reflect the then popular Victorian style. In 1953 it was rebuilt as a Victorian manor house. It was finally restored to its original Cape Dutch splendour after careful research in 1991 and transformed into a luxury hotel. In 1993, the fastidious restoration was acknowledged when the Grande Roche Estate was declared a national monument.

Today Grande Roche is a celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for its luxurious, cosmopolitan accommodation, awardwinning cuisine and matchless service and hospitality.

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TEN BOMPAS MORE CAPE CADOGAN HOTEL ALTA BAY GRANDE ROCHE HOTEL

LE QUARTIER FRANCAIS

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Le Quartier Français (the French Quarter) is a small, privately owned auberge situated in the French Huguenot valley of Franschhoek, in the Cape Winelands. Emphasis is on ultimate luxury and romantic charm, combined with the priceless gift of privacy, tucked away in the centre of the village. The Treatment Room offers a mosaic of treatments to care for the needs of your body and mind with a natural approach to skin care.

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5 THE SAXON BOUTIQUE HOTEL & SPA

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The Saxon is an exclusive international awardwinning Boutique Hotel and Spa located in the beautiful suburb of Sandhurst with it’s treelined avenues, which belies it’s close proximity to Sandton, Johannesburg’s up market business area. The Saxon is a well-kept secret as far as both Johannesburgers and international travellers are concerned, offering guests luxurious accommodation where they can 9 THE PEECH HOTEL relax and immerse themselves in the stylish The Peech is a boutique, design and sustainable atmosphere. hotel. The rooms and suites overlook lush gardens The Saxon epitomizes tasteful African elegance combined with exceptional attention to detail.

This haven of peace and tranquillity is situated in six acres of landscaped gardens and is a retreat far removed from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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The Emin Pasha Hotel is nestled in two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in Kampala, Uganda. Centrally located and within walking distance of the business district, it is amazingly tranquil and peaceful. The hotel is in a lovingly restored old colonial building and features just 20 bedrooms. The Brasserie and Wine Bar offer fine cuisine and a selection of international handpicked wines. Other amenities include a Spa, pool, a private meeting/conference room and two private lounges. The Emin Pasha is the ideal base from which to explore Uganda on any style safari.

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A small boutique hotel centrally located between the commercial and residential areas of Sandton and Rosebank. Each of the ten individually designed suites comprises a lounge with guest toilet, large bedroom with king or twin beds and full bathroom. Each suite opens on to a private terrace or garden. The rate per room is inclusive of complimentary mini bar and complimentary laundry.

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Rated among the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Best Hotels in Africa and the Middle East (2009) this internationally renowned 5-star retreat 270km from Cape Town is an ecological oasis for diverse wildlife and ancient Bushman rock art. Breathtaking views, invigorating outdoor activities, luxurious accommodation, gourmet cuisine and authentic spa treatments distinguish this unique, African wilderness experience.

and offer contemporary design and the latest in hi-tech equipment (with free WiFi). The hotel also features one of Joburg’s well-known bistro restaurant and champagne bar. Described as “Contemporary, edgy and Afrocentric” by Condé Nast Traveller and nominated as Africa’s leading Boutique hotel in World Travel Awards 2009, this is the ideal hangout for chic travellers in the hunt for a hospitality experience out of the ordinary, where they can treat the hotel as a homeaway-from-home during their stay in Joburg.

10 ALTA BAY Alta Bay is a small boutique hotel, set on the slopes of Table Mountain with beautiful views over Table Bay and City and ideally set for an intimate escape, relaxation or sightseeing during a visit to Cape Town. Designed in a contemporary style, it combines understated luxury and urban chic with a laid-back and retreat atmosphere. Set in Higgovale, Alta Bay is a 15 minute drive from the Waterfront, Clifton and Camps Bay. Rooms feature extra-length beds, satellite TV and a range of amenities. Services include a complimentary bar and internet. Also available is laundry, transfers and a light snack menu till 19:00. Children aged 12 and older are welcomed.

11 KENSINGTON PLACE Kensington Place is ideally situated on the slopes of Table Mountain. The city, its harbour and surrounding mountains are all visible from each room’s private terrace. Lush gardens and an intimate pool enclose the property.

The interiors have an unmistakable contemporary feel with eclectic African touches throughout. Be pampered any time with breakfast in bed, a meal on your terrace or overlooking the gardens.

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COMMUNITY 1 SINGITA PAMUSHANA LODGE

The best way to experience the real Africa is to immerse yourself in the cultures and traditions of a local community. It is truly a rewarding experience to spend time with local people, exchange stories, laugh, dance, and pass on your skills and knowledge to enhance their lives. Take a walk with a Maasai guide, stay for a while in an African village or visit a local school – interact on any level and be enriched.

Singita Pamushana Lodge is set within a remote wilderness area in Zimbabwe, Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve. Wild and untamed, Malilangwe is where you’ll find one of the world’s largest populations of both white and black rhino. In fact, due to the great success of rhino breeding in this project, Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve is home to approximately 80 white rhino and one of the highest concentrations of black rhino in Africa.

Pamushana Lodge comprises six luxurious suites and one villa, incorporated into the natural environment and set amongst magically lush gardens boasting a profusion of unique flowers and enormous Baobabs.

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All living areas at Pamushana Lodge are open to the elements, maximising views of the bush, lake and wildlife. Take time to relax in the comfort of the lounge, absorbing the cool breeze and the stillness that amplifies the variety of sounds from resident and visiting birds.

Easily accessible from the Buffalo Range international airport, Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve is teeming with an astonishing abundance of wildlife, including rare and endangered species.

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SINGITA PAMUSHANA LODGE KAWAZA VILLAGE BORN WILD NDUARA LOLIONDO TUJATANE

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Kawaza Village is located in the Luangwa Valley. Since 1989 Robin Pope Safaris has supported education of the children in the Nsefu Village area - forming the charity the Kawaza School Fund. Starting with Kawaza School, this project has the reputation in Zambia of being a great example of how tourism can contribute directly to a community. You can stay anything from a night to around seven nights as a guest at the village.

You sleep in a mud hut, on a mattress with a mosquito net and bedding. The loo is a thunderbox over a hole and you bath using hot water in a large bucket. Towel, soap provided. The food is delicious - all local and cooked by the ladies at the village.

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3 TUJATANE Tujatane (founded by Vanessa Parker) has grown from a 15 student pre-school to a primary school with over 160 students. The school has charity status and is funded through sponsorship by philanthropists world wide. Donations range from individual child sponsorship to building projects. The school currently has five classrooms, a library, an amphitheatre, a computer and music room.

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Bornwild community projects are designed to provide visitors with the support, infrastructure and opportunities to personally participate and impact some of Africa’s social challenges. There are a range of activities within the Kakuyu community that are best supported through the time, skills and enthusiasm of visitors. Within a 5km radius of Kakuyu farm is a 170 bed hospital (1km North), numerous schools (3-5km South), both primary and secondary, an orphan care centre (4km South) serving 7000 orphans, as well as small scale agricultural projects, tree planting projects and ground water projects. The people are oblivious to their poverty which they experience every day of their lives. Yet, living in these conditions they are the most humble and friendly people offering visitors a genuine, authentic experience of Africa’s challenges.

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Nduara Loliondo was designed to celebrate Nomadic cultures and with style, comfort and wilderness is the most amazing camp you will ever see. Nduara Loliondo seasonally moves its yurts across the Loliondo area, part of the great Serengeti eco-system, bordering the Serengeti National Park, allowing night drives and safari walks with Maasai guides. Be introduced to Maasai culture and experience something of this unique tribal life.

Guests are encourage to get out of the safari vehicle and feel the African earth beneath their feet. The finer details of the bush are seen in close up as the private guide interprets this amazing world.

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CONSERVATION Wildlife reserves, private land and world heritage sites throughout Africa offer a luxurious travel option but also a worthwhile experience. Refuges such as these harbour safe breeding grounds for endangered species, often giving the chance to go out with researchers to observe their conservation efforts.

South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia have research projects to help conserve the endangered painted dog, in the Cape projects assist with increasing numbers of Cape Leopard and Riverine Rabbit, whilst Zimbabwe is particularly strong in its efforts to breed the black rhino. By staying at such a location you not only support wildlife conservation but increase efforts to educate local communities.

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1 THE SAFARI & CONSERVATION COMPANY The Safari and Conservation Company was formed in 2009 – the logical amalgamation between two of Kenya’s oldest families involved with conservation and tourism: the Dyers and the Roberts.

The Safari and Conservation Company boasts a portfolio of Kenya’s finest properties set in some of the most beautiful wild areas in Kenya, all owned and operated by the Roberts and Dyer families and all dedicated to conserving what is ultimately their home.

Conservation in Kenya has moved beyond the protection of wildlife and its habitat. In a world where resources are getting smaller, everything has to pay its way. Wildlife can no longer be a viewing privilege for the affluent – it must be a sustainable resource that benefits communities, and as such, provide an incentive for its own protection.

The magnificent properties that are part of the SCC place the same dedication towards conservation as they do to the comfort of their guests. Be it the development of Ol Chorro Conservancy by Richard’s Camp in the Mara; the health care, education programmes and holistic management techniques given to the community by Sirikoi Camp and Borana Ranch; the steadfast protection of the culture and peoples around Lake Baringo by Samatian Island Lodge; or the dedication towards the protection of our reefs by Manda Bay: These properties exist so that their environments may do the same.

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By enjoying these properties, you too are helping these vanishing areas of wilderness to survive.

THAKADU RIVER CAMP Guest have a choice of how they would like to SANBONA WILDLIFE RESERVE experience this part of Kenya, on foot,horseback SIRIKOI CAMP or even by helicopter or bi-plane withTropic Air – DE HOOP COLLECTION all with hosts determined that both guest and MORE INFORMATION the people and places they visit are enriched by Visit our website for more photos and information for your stay.

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The De Hoop Nature Reserve forms part of a World Heritage Site characterised by a rich biodiversity and rare species of Fynbos flora. A 19km valley stretches across the reserve and is home to abundant birdlife, including pelicans that seasonally breed on its waters. The De Hoop Marine Reserve beyond the shoreline offers some of the best whale viewing in the world, with large numbers of the Southern Right Whale population coming to the bay each year to breed.

Khwai Tented Camp is a small 8 bedded camp situated along the Khwai River designed for the luxury camper with large Meru tents, but offering a real African experience. The main focus is wildlife including walking and game drives to the legendary Moremi Game Reserve but there is also a cultural visit to a bushman village. See elephant, buffalo, zebra, lion, cheetah plus a variety of nocturnal species.

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From camping and caravanning sites to more luxurious self-catering cottages and five-star fully catered lodges, the De Hoop Collection has something to offer families travelling on a limited budget, couples seeking a comfortable but affordable breakaway, to international guests looking for a top-end luxury experience – and all of this in one of the top conservation areas and most beautiful places the South African coastline has to offer.

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa is a community based lodge and lies in a transition zone between bushveld and thornveld. As a result the lodge offers a diversity of flora and fauna from both ecosystems. Spectacularly located on a ridge it has been designed to blend in with the beauty of the natural surroundings. With only 8 suites, Buffalo Ridge offers an unrivalled wildlife conservation experience.

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Nkwali is located on private land, overlooking the National Park. The area surrounding Nkwali is superb game viewing country, with a beautiful area of ebony woodland and open grasslands. Driving loops in this area often see as much wildlife behind the camp as in the park - including leopard, lion and occasionally wild dog.

Thakadu River Camp is set within the riverine canopy of the Marico in the Madikwe Game Reserve and is a community-owned tented safari camp. The 12 tented suites open onto a private viewing deck overlooking the river and are decorated in an ‘Afro-Asian Safari” feel with the use of natural stone in the main lodge.

The area conserves the endangered painted dog.

The chalets are large, cool and spacious, with a great view of the river. The front of the room is open during the day and then closed by a grill doors at night. The bar area, right on the edge of the Luangwa banks, is built around a huge ebony tree with fantastic views of the river and across to the park.

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4 SIRIKOI CAMP Sirikoi is a beautiful game lodge built on private land, surrounded by the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya. Sirikoi has four luxury en-suite tents and a luxury cottage with two en-suite bedrooms. The living area, infinity pool and veranda deck overlook the extensive lawns, scattered acacia trees and a waterhole that is frequently visited by a variety of animals.

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Follow in the footsteps of the indigenous San people and absorb the grandeur of the Little Karoo, only 2 hours drive from Cape Town. Sanbona Wildlife Reserve boasts an impressive collection of succulents and wildlife, including the Big Five. Home to the White Lion Project and the endangered riverine rabbit and Cape leopard you can experience its contrasting landscapes of towering mountains and open plains which support 650 plant and 160 bird species, impressive rock formations and Bushman paintings.

Five-star accommodation is available at four lodges; the beautifully restored colonial style Tilney Manor; Khanni Lodge with its natural watering hole; secluded Dwyka Tented Lodge for an atmosphere of pioneering adventure; and Gondwana Lodge the ideal lodge for families.

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DESERT & DUNES The Kalahari Desert is 900,000sq km of desert covering much of Botswana and Namibia. Best explored by quad bike, the extreme environment will awaken your senses. Imagine sleeping under the starry skies set against contrasting landscapes and alive with a mix of local wildlife. Bordering this vast terrain is the Namib Desert, where the highest sand dunes in the world fringe the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean. Learn about the geology, small and large fauna desert dwellers and discover a diverse flora from resilient beauty to hardened survivor.

Accommodation ranges from luxurious to a sleeping bag under a bright night sky.

1 SKELETON COAST SAFARIS Skeleton Coast Safaris is a family concern, initiated and nurtured by Louw Schoeman over 32 years ago, whose involvement and interest in the area started in the late 1950’s. His children inherited his passion for the desert and since their early childhood have learned to love and appreciate the beauty of this area. Forty years later, they still discover and learn new things and marvel in its magic.

The Skeleton Coast conjures up mysterious visions of mist-enshrouded beaches strewn with bleached whalebones and rusted shipwrecks.

Stretching from the south of Namibia up into Angola, the Skeleton Coast and its hinterland is a landscape of haunting beauty, a vast area of rolling sand dunes, expanses of uninhabited desert plains, fossil beds, unique geological formations, desert-adapted animals and strange vegetation.

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The three night and four day adventure fly in safari reveals the magnificent beauty of the Skeleton Coast, Damaraland and the Kaokoland of Namibia. For the discerning traveler wanting to see and experience something truly unique and different, Schoeman Skeleton Coast offers this experience.

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2 KUBU ISLAND QUAD BIKE EXPEDITIONS A unique opportunity to combine three nights at Jack’s Camp, San Camp or Camp Kalahari with an epic quad bike journey across the pans with two nights spent sleeping out under the stars amongst the boulders and baobabs on Kubu Island.

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This crescent shaped island has terraced slopes with fossil beaches of wave-rounded pebbles, providing startling evidence of the prehistoric lake’s former water levels. Crowned with an array of ancient, gnarled baobabs and surrounded on three sides by a vast grey emptiness, Kubu has a unique atmosphere, and is one of the most graphically beautiful spots in Botswana.

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San Camp operates during the dry season 16 April – 31 October and offers Guests the same excellent Guiding and cuisine as Jack’s Camp.

Activities on offer include: Quad biking on the pans, walking with Bushmen trackers, Seeing Chapman’s Baobab, the elusive brown hyaena and getting up close and personal with a gang of habituated meerkats.

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Journey through the Namib in harmony with the environment and savour the personal and sumptuous style of Little Kulala, the gateway to Namibia’s extraordinary Sossusvlei where the world’s tallest dunes can be found. Set amongst ancient camel thorn trees on the dry Auab riverbed it offers first-rate facilities, charming hospitality and proximity to the towering red sand dunes of the Namib Desert. There is no better way to experience the famed “Sand Sea” other than to visit!

5 WOLWEDANS Wolwedans nestles in sand dunes against a backdrop of extraordinary natural beauty on the edge of the Namib Desert. The camps provide a base from which to explore undisturbed nature. Choose the rustic but comfortable Dune Camp, the more elaborate Dunes Lodge and Mountain View Suite, the secluded Private Camp or Boulders Camp, tucked away amidst granite rocks. Warmth and personalized service - a commitment to care for guest and nature alike - are Wolwedan’s hallmarks

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With its shoreline strewn with bleached whalebones and other skeletal remains, the Skeleton Coast is well named. It is wild and with its roaring sand dunes, a place of stark beauty that sustains unusual life, from enormous colonies of Cape fur seals to the ancient welwitschia plant.

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FAMILY Africa offers an enriching and rewarding holiday experience for families. There are endless activities to engage parents and kids alike. Together, you can discover the history and culture of the African people and learn about wildlife, or you can choose a lodge that also offers special safari activities for children. The entire family can enjoy game viewing, guided walks or learning to track footprints or more about the smaller inhabitants of the bush.

1 LEMARTI’S CAMP Lemarti’s Camp lies nestled in an oasis, a spectacular setting beneath a groove of palms and centenary fig trees, and is run by Samburu and Maasai tribesmen from neighboring manyattas. Designed and made by Nairobibased fashion designer Anna Trzebinski, luxury by their definition lies in offering an authentic experience, superbly talented guides specialized in local knowledge, delicious food and the simple elegance of the camp’s aesthetics.

Every journey with ‘Rites of Passage’ the Safari Company of Lemarti’s begins at this camp which is the heart and soul of their experience. However in order to give travelers the opportunity to sink further into Africa at a slower pace in comfort and safety two more camps are available for each journey.

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Nomadic Camp. The idea for this camp originated from a 19th Century line drawing by Lady Jane Digby, el Mezrab chocolate brown with beautiful carpets from the Hindu Kush and black sheepskin décor this amazing camp brings guests much closer to the bush in the same comfort luxury and style as Lemarti’s. This is a seasonal camp that does not move location during guest stays.

Stargazing Camp. Should visitors want to spend time totally immersed in African days and nights this experience is designed to reduce safari tent cover right down to a veil. More rudimentary in finishings however with the same attention to detail and maximum comfort and style, this mobile camp is attached to a camel unit which carries all goods and supplies.

LEMARTI’S CAMP ELSA’S KOPJE JACI’S LODGES – MADIKWE SOMALISA CAMP KWANDO SAFARIS ANT’S NEST

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Elsa’s Kopje is named after Elsa the lioness, made famous by George and Joy Adamson’s biographical book and film “Born Free”. Elsa’s Kopje remains one of the most elegant lodges in Africa, with one of the most spectacular settings. It is the best upmarket location to view rhino in their natural habitat in Kenya.

Kwando Safaris operates from desert to Delta in Botswana and focuses on the one thing they have in great abundance – wild Africa – in fact one million acres of it. While the camps are stylish and luxurious the emphasis is on offering the best possible safari experience for your entire family.

Elsa’s Kopje is almost invisible to the eye as you approach its home on Mughwango Hill. It blends into the rocky crags of the “kopje” (small hill), built above the site of George Adamson’s original campsite. Every cottage is the ultimate “roomwith-a-view”, uniquely designed and crafted, incorporating the natural features of the rocky hillside. Each cottage has spacious double or twin beds with en suite, elegantly appointed bathrooms. There is an open bar, lounge and dining room with an exceptionally inviting infinity pool overlooking the Meru plains.

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the exclusive Nare and Safari Suites (which are ideal for families or people looking for exclusivity) created from a blend of stone, canvas and 4 ANT’S NEST thatch, with each room opening onto a private Ant’s Nest will give your children a life-changing wooden deck overlooking a running stream. experience. Special activities are laid on for children and teenagers who enjoy getting involved in the running of a game reserve. Our unique policy is to allow children of all ages to join their parents on all game viewing activities, such as game drives, game walks and horse riding, so you can witness their first encounters with wildlife.

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Children’s safari activities begin before they arrive in Africa with a parcel of information about their safari activity programme. On arrival a special guide organises children’s activities and a family safari package includes the use of a private safari vehicle with tracker. Kwando offers parents the opportunity to introduce children to a safe yet wild Africa.

Jaci’s Lodges are situated in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. These two exceptional, privately owned lodges, will exceed all your safari expectations. The staff are renowned for making guests and their children feel just like Elsa’s Private House is a spacious, stylish, they’re just visiting old friends. exclusive hideaway set slightly apart from the main lodge. It has 1 double room and 1 twin, both Jaci’s Tree Lodge features eight tree houses with en suite bathrooms. There is a large private built around a large Tamboti tree. They are linked living and dining area, leading seamlessly by raised rosewood walkways, and each suite outdoors into a private garden and swimming includes an open-plan bathroom, mammoth pool. Elsa’s Honeymoon Suite is a triple level marble bath with handmade copper taps, and an room, with a sitting room, double bedroom and outdoor ‘jungle’ shower. en suite bathroom. With its breathtaking views, this latest addition is definitely Elsa’s ‘pride’!

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Enjoy fire cooked meals under the stars and lounge at the pool or enjoy bird watching on the banks of the Groot Marico River.

With exceptional game viewing Jaci’s Lodge is perfect for romantic safaris, weddings and family holidays.

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FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD Journey off the beaten track and discover a moving and exhilarating adventure in pristine regions of Africa. These remote destinations will prove to be a real and wild journey into some of Africa’s most untouched game reserves. Search your own soul as you search for elephants, giraffe, zebra and the big cats. Walk in this wilderness and relish in being far from everything. Dine beneath the star lit skies before unwinding to the whisper of the wind and the cough of a leopard.

1 OL DONYO WUAS LODGE Ol Donyo Wuas Lodge is a 20 bed eco-lodge in the heart of the Mbirikani Maasai conservation area on the slopes of the Chyulu Hills near Amboseli National Park. Based on the foundations of the original, legendary Ol Donyo Wuas, the recently re-built lodges all have stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, efficient solar powered lighting, and solar heated showers in the ensuite bathrooms, and feature a décor that is both modern and luxurious as well as rustic and comfortable in the tradition of the great wilderness lodges.

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Special care has been taken to create a menu that is exciting as it is varied. Since the lodge re-opened in July 2008, guests have praised the lodge, the food, the people and the experience.

Ol Donyo Wuas Lodge and the Maasai people of the Mbirikani Group Ranch are partners in plotting our communal destiny. The Maasailand Preservation Trust is the lodge’s link with the people of the area and the Trust maintains a series of important projects including predator conservation, education, water management, reforestation, and livestock management training.

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Katavi National Park remains one of the greatest wildlife experiences of Africa. Miles from anywhere, it has an almost mythical status and close to the greatest density of mammals in any Tanzanian reserve. Massed on the plains are the last great herds of buffalo in East Africa, reaching 1000 head.

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Everywhere you look there’s something grazing, bellowing, fighting, mating or hunting. Days on safari in Katavi can be wild beyond belief.

Animals always need a really good place to hole up and there’s none better that offers luxury at its wildest than Chada Katavi Camp.

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There are few places left on earth that might rightfully be called Eden, and the Mahale Mountains is one of them. The mountains soar to 8,000 feet above the clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, which at 420 miles long and 30 miles wide, is a veritable inland sea. The nearest road is almost 100kms away, and that is the most minor of tracks.

The Selous Game Reserve encompasses 55,000 square kilometers of wilderness. Over twice the size of the Kruger National Park, the Selous Reserve is one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries anywhere. The Selous is world renowned for its wild character and large populations of elephant and buffalo, its lion, leopard, crocodile and endangered painted dog. Within this special place, deep in its southern reaches and far from anyone else, you find Lukula Selous.

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Set on a wide curve of the Rufiji River, Sand Rivers Selous has been a well-loved, off-the-beaten-track location for safari buffs since the 1980s when founder Richard Bonham first discovered the spot on one of his famous portered walking safaris. The lodge is small - only 8 rooms - but beautifully built, grand yet cozy, with open fronted stone and thatch cottages looking over the river.

5 OLIVER’S CAMP Located in the wild south of the spectacular Tarangire National Park, Oliver’s Camp may well be the bestkept secret for travellers seeking a real, intense bush experience.

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Lukula Selous is a private photographic sanctuary of over 300,000 acres where only one group of guests is permitted into the area at any given time. The group may be an individual, a couple, a family or a private group of friends, up to a maximum of eight people, with no age limits.

The camp is open year round and guests have the option of joining guaranteed departures or taking exclusive use of the camp.

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Overlooking a flood plain, the camp’s eight beautifully appointed, spacious tents have without doubt the most spectacular view in the Park. A world-class team of staff completes an experience that guests consistently rank amongst their best, and most inspiring.

Apoka Safari Lodge in the remote Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda, is as far away from city life as you are ever going to get. Where 10 rooms built of wood, thatch and canvas spring from a large rocky kopje, and the décor takes its cue from rock, savannah and the natural landscape. Where you can sit in your outdoor bathtub under the stars, or lie on your private veranda soaking up the view. The pool is carved into the rocks, allowing observation of animals at the waterhole below. Take a game drive or a walk along a sand river and observe a landscape dotted with giraffe, elephant, buffalo, and zebra whilst searching for predators such as lions and cheetahs.

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Kutandala Bush Camp is set on a stunning site on the banks of the Mwaleshi River in the heart of the North Luangwa National Park, Zambia. Kutandala offers the ultimate walking safari for those who seek true wilderness. With a capacity for only six guests exclusivity is guaranteed and visitors here can walk for days without seeing another soul. The North Luangwa is renowned for its superb wildlife in a pristine environment.

Hidden within the enormous Hartmann Valley, looking onto the Kunene River and surrounded by the lunarlike infinity of the Namib Desert, Serra Cafema is one of the most remote and surreal destinations in all Africa. A visit here is a journey into the latent elements of the soul, a pathway of discovery and re-discovery and a winding track of rejuvenation at every turn.

Tarangire offers elephant and baobab trees, and much more: lion, cheetah and leopard compete for a wide range of mammals on the menu - all complimented by prolific birdlife. Activities include walking safaris, off and on-road driving plus lightweight fly camping.

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Each country in Africa has its own regional cuisine rich in indigenous flavours and secret ingredients from local-grown produce. Exploring this continent by its varied menus is a journey of culinary delight. From traditional lamb in the wild Karoo of South Africa, a 5 course gastronomic sensation at a retreat with the same number of stars, to a typical ‘braai’ or barbeque, assault your taste buds with the variety of African cuisines. And all this in the middle of some of the most exciting wildlife destinations on the continent.

Samara Private Game Reserve is a South African conservation destination where guests enjoy the most magnificent Karoo Kitchen. Whether dining in the boma, under the stars or a picnic overlooking the romantic plains of Camdeboo, savour the flavours of mouth-watering cuisine. The executive chef guides you through a cornucopia of flavours redolent of the wild surrounds and complimented by handpicked Karoo garden produce. The rich bush scents of Wild Rosemary and Fynbos are combined with traditional Karoo Lamb and Springbok Loin to create a gastronomic delight that never fails to seduce. Meals are served with quality wines from the extensive cellar.

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Molori offers local decor in 5 unique suites with their own infinity pool and telescope and relaxation areas to enjoy the vast African landscape and wildlife. The trained chefs combine their passion for local cuisine with the freshest local ingredients for the highest culinary standard. The menu is discussed with guests prior to preparation and is accompanied by South African and international wines. Stunning settings make each meal a unique experience; from brunch on the Star Deck overlooking the water hole to al fresco dining in the Main Lodge. If your passion is culinary, the chefs are available for one-on-one cooking sessions of regional cuisine.

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Sausage Tree Camp is nestled amongst massive winter thorn trees on the banks of the Zambezi River in the Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia. Because of its remoteness, layout and decor, Sausage offers an eclectic combination of luxury, wilderness, and both river and land safari activities. Local materials are utilized to create a minimalist style in which the reddish brown teak furniture including, sumptuous four-poster beds, contrast crisply and cleanly with pure white fabrics and flowing white mosquito nets.

Nearly hidden from one another, and shaded by mature Sausage and Mahogany trees, the tents are cool, private sanctuaries to return to after an early morning game drive and for a good night’s rest.

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GRAND HOUSES & PRIVATE VILLAS

Enjoy a secluded escape in a grand house or private villa found scattered throughout wild game parks and open savannas. With a wide range of activities, a private guide and kilometers of pristine landscapes waiting to be explored, tailor-made safaris will excite you endlessly. All featured houses and villas are known for their beauty, opulent luxury and location, however each offers its own unique pleasures.

1 LUANGWA SAFARI HOUSE Designed by Neil Rocher, this stunning private house is situated on Robin Pope’s Nkwali land, approximately 1 km from camp. Built on the edge of a seasonal lagoon and with a backdrop of the Chindeni Hills. The waterhole is only meters from the deck and by sitting quietly you will be close to families of elephant that come to bathe. This castle like house gives you space, luxury with nature on your doorstep.

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The Rhino House is a new private one-bedroom ‘house’ in the Nomad Tanzania collection. It’s the perfect hideaway; meals are served in the restful dining area, and there’s a delightful pool with a fully stocked bar. The bedroom is deeply romantic, with a wide open front overlooking the river and woodlands.

It’s a home for two, offering total bush bliss, and the greatest luxury of all, a private piece of the great beyond.

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Neil Rocher’s inspirational design has given rise to a totally unique private house built of ferro walls and wild wood. From the bedrooms, the sitting room and the deck there is game in sight. The house, by the Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia, is perfectly sited on the banks of the peaceful Chongwe River, a tributary of the Zambezi and the main water source for most of the game in the area.

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Situated in a quiet and idyllic valley, Wolwedans Private Camp caters for four guests exclusively. It is the perfect getaway for honeymooners or individuals seeking uncompromising privacy and solitude.

Private Camp offers two spacious en-suite bedrooms, a ‘Sala’ where one can siesta, various decks and the central lounge, combining a study, living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen. Its open-plan design allows uninterrupted views of surrounding nature. The Private Camp is designed for those who enjoy the peace that silence can afford.

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Laragai House – part of the Safari and Conservation Company, is the former retreat of an English aristocrat: a unique blend of English antiquity and Africana, set on a ranch in the Laikipia area of Kenya. With eight magnificent bedrooms under traditional thatch; Laragai House nestles in lush gardens with a heated infinity pool, a cocktail deck facing the western hills and a lavish banqueting hall. African art adorns the walls intermingled with gilt-edged Georgian mirrors and Jacobean swords. There is a tennis court set under the surreal backdrop of snow-capped Mt. Kenya.

Explore this beautiful wilderness on foot, by horseback or by helicopter. It’s your private villa to explore as you will.

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate wears her 300-year history with dignity. She sits in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Western Cape – her lush vines spread across 47-acres, with gentle vistas over the valley floor, framed by the rugged mountains beyond. A pleasant one-hour drive from Cape Town, this is heartland South African wine country.

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Kleinefontein is located at the mouth of the Duivenhoks River at Puntjie, 20 minutes from the peaceful and undeveloped country hamlet of Vermaaklikheid. The Duivenhoks River Estuary is the cleanest and most pristine estuary in South Africa and lies between Stilbaai and the Breede River. It is 45 minutes from the N2 (4 hours from Cape Town) and marks the transition between the Overberg and the famous “Garden Route”, the road that takes one up the East Coast of South Africa. The house which sleeps a maximum of ten Guests is remote, lamp lit at night and home to a menagerie of antelope, mongoose, otters, dassies and birds, Kleinefontein has the elegance of a period piece with all the comfort of a country house.

Grande Provence Estate offers a unique experience, from cuisine to accommodation, with some of the finest South African contemporary art, boutique conference facilities and awardwinning wines. The Estate is now proud to offer discerning guests The Owner’s Cottage – The Restaurant – The Winery – The Jonkershuis – The Gallery and latest addition – The Shop.

The 5-star graded Owner’s Cottage offers luxurious and private en suite accommodation to a maximum of 10 guests within a charming complex of historically significant Cape Dutch buildings. The Cottage is reserved exclusively for use by one guest or one party and not on an individual multiple bookings basis. The Owner’s Cottage was recently listed as one of ‘The 10 most Fabulous Villas in the World’ by Harper’s Bazaar magazine.

10 VILLA OKAVANGO (ABU) 8 RATTRAY’S ON MALAMALA MalaMala promises the finest game viewing on the African sub-continent and regularly provides the subject matter for a veritable collection of international and local wildlife documentaries, many of which have won international accolades.

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Rattray’s on MalaMala offers a glimpse of an era long past when distant travellers to Africa married the magic of the wild with an elegance and refinement that have been immortalized in the epic tale of Karen Blixen in ‘Out of Africa’. The epitome of regal colonial safari-style, the newest addition to the MalaMala portfolio, Rattray’s, is a culmination of over 40 years of experience within the Rattray Family.

Villa Okavango has been designed to offer a family or a maximum of two couples the experience of enjoying a luxurious home in a wilderness setting. The villa is set amid a grove of ancient trees, and an elevated teak deck houses the spacious living area best described as Afro-Bedouin - spacious and airy. There are two large en-suite bedrooms, one with a magnificent four-poster bed and the other with two sumptuous ‘sleigh’ beds.

11 GIRAFFE MANOR Giraffe Manor is Nairobi’s most iconic historical building, dating back to the 1930s, and is reminiscent of the early days of Europeans in East Africa. Whilst the building itself resonates with the past, very much present is the herd of eleven resident Rothschild giraffe who tend to visit the Manor in the mornings and evenings to greet guests and sniff out some snacks before venturing out into their sanctuary of 140 acres.

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GREAT WILDLIFE MIGRATION Millions of wildebeest, zebra and gazelles on the move for new grasses provide a spectacular sight each year in the great wildlife migration. Hunted by predators from the plains of the Serengeti to the lush grasslands of the Maasai Mara, the migration occurs from late June to August. Game viewing is excellent year round, and includes lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, sunbathing hippos and crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species, but increases exponentially during the migration.

1 SINGITA SASAKWA LODGE Singita Sasakwa Lodge is positioned ideally on the epic migratory route traversed annually by more than 4 million wildebeest. Located in northern Tanzania on the Grumeti Reserves concession, Singita Grumeti Reserves forms part of the renowned Serengeti Mara ecosystem, bordering the Serengeti National Park - Africa’s No. 1 World Heritage Site.

There are only three Singita lodges in the Grumeti Reserves concession, an area that spans over 340 000 acres of untouched, exclusive wilderness. Although the concession is as large as the Maasai Mara, there are only 76 beds here – compared to 3000 beds in the Mara – offering low-density tourism and a dense concentration of game that provides an unparalleled, luxuriant private bush adventure. Sharing these vast plains with million upon million of wildebeest and zebra provides a unique opportunity to experience Africa as she once was, wild, raw and un-crowded – but with all of Singita’s trademark attention to detail and commitment to quality.

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Sasakwa Lodge is the flagship of the three camps and encapsulates all the romanticism and grandeur of the colonial era. Set atop a majestic hill surrounded in local tribal history and demanding vistas, the lodge was built in the style of a sprawling 1920’s manor house, with exquisite antiques, dramatic chandeliers and deep verandas embracing a turn-of-the-century ambience. A cliff-edge infinity pool gives way to a vast horizon of the outstretched Serengeti plains abundant with wildlife.

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The eclectic mix of classic European and eccentric African design adds plush opulence to ten spacious cottages, ranging in size from one to four bedrooms. Magnificently appointed as a luxury home-away-from-home, each airconditioned cottage flaunts a secluded garden, heated infinity pool, separate living area and a Swarovski spotting scope.

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2 ELEPHANT PEPPER CAMP Situated within a private conservancy in the northern Maasai Mara, this 8-tented traditional safari camp is tucked away in a prime wildlife area, overlooking some of Kenya’s most impressive and picturesque savannah plains.

Surrounded by the Mara’s ubiquitous game, Elephant Pepper Camp prides itself on its responsible and eco-friendly approach to tourism, and as a seasonal camp is taken down for a month or so during the rainy season (in order to let the local area regenerate).

Named after the Warburgia ugandensis tree, commonly known as the Elephant Pepper tree, Elephant Pepper Camp offers guests the ultimate African safari experience. Surprise bush breakfasts, exciting game drives and bush walks, memorable “sundowners”, and unwinding around the glowing embers of a campfire at night, all add to the authenticity of this bush experience.

Finally, looking across the plains from Elephant Pepper Camp, one can see the “greatest game show on earth” when the annual wildebeest migration thunders past to seek new grazing in the Maasai Mara’s lush savannahs.

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Though the Serengeti park boundaries officially define the Serengeti, the ecosystem goes way beyond these limits and is known as the Greater Serengeti. It’s a giant snapshot of wild Tanzania - masses of animals, contrasting landforms, and tribal peoples. Serengeti Safari Camp travels within the Serengeti National Park, where densities of animals are mostly higher, and the chance of seeing large predators is much greater.

The camp is semi nomadic - it won’t move whilst guests are there - but it’s actually on a wide orbit, shadowing the Migration, so guests, their own private Tanzanian guide and the 4WD vehicle, move as close to a million wildebeest as possible.

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HORSE SAFARIS Experience some of Africa’s greatest game viewing by horseback. Horse trail enthusiasts can enjoy an exhilarating adventure as they gallop alongside herds of giraffe and observe wildlife at unforgettably close proximity. Meander amongst large mammals including the big 5 and climb to great heights to soak up the breathtaking views of the savannas. Horseback safaris offer guests a delectable combination of landscapes and wildlife whilst accompanied by experienced guides. Choose from rustic luxurious mobile horse safaris or daily rides from your lodge.

SINGITA FARU FARU LODGE ANT’S NEST HORSE RIDING RIDE KENYA OFFBEAT HORSE SAFARIS

1 SINGITA FARU FARU LODGE Faru Faru Lodge is a riverside lodge with a cutting edge, contemporary style and a decidedly rustic feel, ideal for resting your soul after a long day of horse riding across the plains of the Serengeti. A horseback safari through the Serengeti is exhilarating beyond description and for accomplished equestrians offers an exciting challenge. Led by experienced guides, guests can choose from highly trained Boeperde, warmbloods and thoroughbreds – mainly polo ponies – ranging from 14 to 16 hands high.

Located on the Grumeti Reserves concession in northern Tanzania. Singita Grumeti Reserves forms part of the Serengeti Mara ecosystem, bordering on the western corridor of the Serengeti National Park , Africa’s No. 1 World Heritage Site.

There are only three Singita lodges in the Grumeti Reserves concession, an area that spans over 340,000 acres of untouched, exclusive wilderness. Although the concession is as large as the Maasai Mara, there are only 76 beds here – compared to 4000 beds in the Mara – offering low-density tourism and a dense concentration of game that provides an unparalleled, luxurious private bush adventure. Sharing these vast plains with million upon million of wildebeest and zebra provides a unique opportunity to experience Africa as she once was, wild, raw and un-crowded – but with all of Singita’s trademark attention to detail and commitment to quality.

As with all Singita lodges, Faru Faru offers every luxury for travellers seeking out something really ‘different’, something refreshingly unconventional. The lodge sits low on a dry river bed tributary of the Grumeti River, where guests enjoy frequent sightings as animals come down to drink from the water holes in front of the lodge.

While the area is home to the most spectacular large game, smaller creatures – including the rare black and white Colobus monkey – and an incredible array of birdlife and insects abound.

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With access to over 1.4 million acres, including two national parks, Ride Kenya has one of the largest wilderness concessions in Africa today.

From the vast dry lake beds of Amboseli to the east, to the majestic Chyulu Hills to the west, Ride Kenya horse safaris traverse a variety of quintessential and game rich East African landscapes. With Mount Kilimanjaro as the back drop, the rides meander amongst 38 species of large mammals, including the Big Five, making Ride Kenya horse safaris an unforgettable experience.

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Guests of Ride Kenya are able to choose between luxury mobile horse safaris, or staying at Ol Donyo Wuas Lodge and riding out from there each day. All of the riding with Ride Kenya is managed and guided by Patrick Stanton and Nicola Young, an enthusiastic and experienced couple who will look after your every need.

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Both Ant’s Nest and Ant’s Hill offer the opportunity for some of the greatest game viewing in the African bush – from horseback. Canter along open sandy tracks or traverse high ridges with spectacular vistas. The pace can be as fast or relaxed as the riders would like. Often riders are so close to animals that the experience remains unforgettable.

4 OFFBEAT HORSE SAFARIS Situated near Kruger National Park, the emphasis is on offering volunteers, particularly in their gap year, a unique African bush experience where attention is paid not only to the wild animals and horses, but also to all aspects of the local ecology. Any horse lover or keen conservationist would find the courses offered fulfilling and a unique way to get involved in giving something towards community conservation in Africa.

This is a chance to live and work with the horses within an exclusive conservation environment.

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LEADING SAFARI GUIDES Feel confident that you are in the best hands when travelling with these leading safari guides. Fly into the remote desert; canoe down wild river ways; or follow the footprints of animals on foot. These safaris offer you the most educated and experienced guides who pass on their passion and excitement for all things wild.

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1 HOWARD SAUNDERS Howard Saunders is part of a legendary African company known as The Original Ker & Downey Safaris (Kenya). Howard operates his highly personalised, luxury mobile-camping safaris along the same pioneering principles as his predecessors. Ker & Downey Safaris Ltd was founded over sixty years ago, based on the concept that only the finest equipment, the most imaginative, exciting safari programmes, and above all, the most experienced guides in the profession would be used. Since those days, going on a Ker & Downey safari meant going out with the best, and to be with a Ker & Downey guide meant being in the care and company of the latest of a long heritage of great African naturalists.

2 SCHOEMAN FAMILY SAFARIS Skeleton Coastal Safaris is a family concern, and run by brothers Bertus, Andre, Leon and Henk and their families. They believe that the future of the country not only rests with tourism and the preservation of wildlife, but also in protecting the natural resources and wilderness areas of Namibia.

When guiding they take great delight in sharing their intimate understanding and knowledge of the Skeleton Coast with guests.

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Robin is a pioneer of the walking safari, and a legend in the safari industry. He has lived his whole life in Zambia, and with his wife Jo runs one of the most respected and successful safari companies in Africa.

He has properties at Tena Tena and the recently opened Safari House.

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Beks Ndlovu spent most of his school holidays visiting and gaining experience in safari camps. By the time he left school, he entered into the safari industry in the Hwange area and combined that with conducting canoeing safaris on the Zambezi. He won the prestigious River Guide of the Year award in 1997, followed by his professional guide’s license in 2008. Beks worked for Wilderness Safaris for 6 years where he managed safari camps, trained guides and continued to conduct private guided safaris. His wealth of experience comes from his exposure to various parts of Southern Africa and today Beks leads unparalleled private safaris through-out Africa.

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5 LEMARTI’S GUIDING Lemarti and Boniface have years of personal experience guiding in the Great North of Kenya. These men are both deeply traditional but at the same time have a foot firmly in the modern world. They have traveled the globe, rubbed shoulders with celebrity and royalty alike; however greater expertise and fun will be hard to find in the African bush. ‘We will take you into our safe and gentle care and offer you an experience unparalleled in Africa today. You will walk amongst wildlife with warriors armed only with traditional weapons, our sharp senses and generations of knowledge. For a few magical days you will inhabit another world. Our world.’

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Ralph Bousfield comes from a long line of African pioneers and adventurers; he went on his first safari at the age of three and is the son of Jack Bousfield, in whose memory Ralph and his business partner Catherine built Jack’s Camp. In 1998 Ralph coproduced and presented a sixteen part series for the Discovery Channel entitled “Uncharted Africa”, which was filmed in Botswana, Namibia, Kenya and Tanzania. Ralph is recognised as being one of the best Safari Guides in Africa and is an acknowledged expert on the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, the Kalahari and the Bushmen.

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Hamish was brought up on his parent’s farm on the Western slopes of the Rift Valley surrounded by the fascinating wildlife and landscapes of Kenya. Hamish has guided over 150 safaris to various parts of East Africa ensuring guests learn and enjoy his passion of all aspects of flora and fauna. He guides as many safaris as possible but if not available will choose one of his team of professional guides who best suits your interests.

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Anton’s childhood memories are of Arabia; wild desert, nomads, and exotic trading dhows. Like his father, Anton served in the British Army prior to reading Agro-forestry at university, before following his family roots back to East Africa to pursue a passion for conservation and adventure. Anton worked under Anthony Russell, a leader in community & wildlife conservation in Kenya, establishing communitybased wildlife conservation projects and guiding in these remote areas. In recent years he has further established himself as a professional guide, working throughout Tanzania and Kenya. After many years of professional guiding Anton’s love of being on foot in wild spaces, and his passion for finding little known places, remains strong.

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LODGES Awaken to the comfort and excitement of a truly luxurious lodge. Each positioned in one of Africa’s most spectacular regions and designed to encapsulate the rugged landscapes and panoramic views. By day, enjoy the abundant wildlife, whether it’s the thrill of tracking down the big 5 on safari, walking with a guide, or canoeing around lush waterways and untamed terrain. As the sun sets enjoy superb pan-African cuisine then drift off to sleep secure in your own suite with just the lull of Africa’s night calls.

1 &BEYOND XARANNA OKAVANGO DELTA CAMP Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp is set in a private wilderness concession of 25 000 hectares (61 800 acres) to the southeast of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve in the centre of one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta.

Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species, including the large African predators.

Located in northern Botswana, the Okavango River is a unique natural phenomenon - flowing more than 1 000 km (620 miles) from its source in Angola, this river disappears beneath the sands of Botswana, creating a lush inland delta in the midst of this otherwise arid country. The Okavango Delta is in a constant state of flux, expanding and contracting according to the rainy season. While some parts of the Delta remain permanently flooded, others are only deluged during the rainy season from May to September.

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Covering approximately one third of the Delta, permanent swamp areas are lush and green, with groves of wild date palm, papyrus and water lilies growing around deep lagoons lined with riverine forest. Seasonal swamps, on the other hand, contain a network of small channels cutting their way through papyrus and reed beds to create islands of all shapes and sizes.

Xaranna is located on the channels and lagoons of the southern, seasonal part of the Delta.

&BEYOND XARANNA OKAVANGO DELTA CAMP SINGITA EBONY LODGE SINGITA BOULDERS LODGE &BEYOND NGORONGORO CRATER LODGE LION SANDS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE LONDOLOZI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE TINTSWALO SAFARI LODGE

Xaranna enjoys luxurious solitude on its own Delta island. Taking its inspiration from the water lily, it is a delightful camp with just nine sleek ensuite safari tents that combine canvas and bleached timber. All of the tents have sweeping views across the channels. Each tent has a romantic sala, private plunge pool, indoor bathtub and al fresco shower. Guests experience guided walking safaris, interpretive game drives and traditional mokoro excursions.

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Inspired by the geometry of the boulders on which it rests, Singita Boulders Lodge is at the forefront of organic African elegance.

Innovative, spacious design and earthy natural hues of wood, stone and thatch echo the rhythm of nature. Each suite accentuates a luxurious sense of space that flows in through glass walls over an outstretched private pool deck. Boulders is found in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve.

An area that offers rare solitude and the ultimate in safari luxury on 18 000 hectares (45 000 acres) of prime game viewing land in an exclusive private sanctuary adjoining the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The lodge overlooks the Sand River and allows guests to interact with nature in a lavish milieu that has earned Singita the highest international accolades for exceptional standards in accommodation, service and cuisine. Boulders accommodates just 24 guests in unsurpassed luxury in twelve air-conditioned suites. Guests enjoy the complete exclusivity of a private pool and game viewing deck, spacious interiors, fireplace, en-suite bathroom and inside and outside shower.

Singita Ebony Lodge is found in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. An area that offers rare solitude and the ultimate in safari luxury on 18 000 hectares (45 000 acres) of prime game viewing land in an exclusive private sanctuary adjoining the world-renowned Kruger National Park.

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From the spectacular views through swirling mists on the edge of the Crater rim, to the somewhat unexpected architecture, it is easy to believe that you have entered a realm of safari fantasy. Steeped in romance, each stilted, handcrafted mud and thatch suite is adorned with graceful antiques, elegant teak panelling and whimsical African treasures. Ensuite bathrooms, with a centrepiece of fresh roses, feature huge showers and chandelier-lit bathtubs, while floorto- ceiling windows ensure breathtaking views from everywhere. The domed dining room, with its fireplace, crystal, silver and massive wooden platters, turns every meal into a special occasion.

Family owned and managed since 1933, this International Award Winning private game reserve is located in one of the finest wildlife areas of the world, the famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Lion Sands stretches for kilometres along the perennial Sabie River which forms a natural boundary with the Kruger National Park. Lion Sands has two different Lodges: River Lodge with 18 luxurious thatched rooms all connected by a wooden walkway,a bird hide, deck over the river and health spa; and Ivory Lodge, ultraluxurious where each of the 6 suites has a plunge pool and is operated as a private villa. Public areas include a wine cellar, health spa and gym.

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Untamed, spectacular and pulsing with the deep rhythm of the African bushveld, Londolozi is the quintessential experience of the planet’s wildlands and animals. Newly refurbished and exclusively family run, the learning of four generations and thirty years of ecotourism operations has now been distilled into a singular state; a transcendent bushveld experience.

Spectacular game viewing and leopard sightings are commonplace in this rich wild wonderland.

The lodge overlooks the Sand River and allows guests to interact with nature in a lavish milieu that has earned Singita the highest international accolades for exceptional standards in accommodation, service and cuisine. Ebony, a traditional stone and thatched safari lodge, entrances with gracious charm and quiet opulence in a romantic setting under ebony trees on the banks of the river. The dĂŠcor speaks of art, culture and colonial heritage with bold, eccentric furnishings adorning a robust expression of the African theme. Ebony accommodates just 24 guests in unsurpassed luxury in twelve airconditioned suites. Guests enjoy the complete exclusivity of a private pool and game viewing deck, spacious interiors, fireplace, en-suite bathroom and inside and outside shower.

7 TINTSWALO SAFARI LODGE Tintswalo Safari Lodge is located in the Mpumulanga Province of South Africa. The exquisitely appointed main lodge overlooks a waterhole frequented by a large herd of elephant and other big game. With an exclusive collection of six, lavish suites, Safari Lodge offers the discerning traveler an opportunity to let go of the hustle and bustle of busy business life and take time out to relax and become one with nature.

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1 SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE Steeped in 1820 British Settler history, Shamwari, a 25 000 hectare Private Game Reserve in the malariafree Eastern Cape offers an unsurpassed nature experience. Home to the coveted Big 5, Shamwari boasts five eco-systems thus enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal and bird life. Seven luxury lodges each offer a distinctive ambiance and an exclusive experience against the backdrop of untamed Africa. Shamwari is one of the largest private conservation initiatives in Southern Africa and includes a dedicated wildlife team and Born Free Rescue Centres ensuring the ultimate African adventure and conservation effort coupled with responsible tourism.

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With a romantic setting like no other, plenty of privacy and superb service, Oceana provides the best of both worlds – beach and bush. It’s an exclusive opulent lodge with ten spacious private suites amid lush rolling green hills featuring a different kind of African experience. Each suite opens onto ocean views capturing spectacular sunrises, sunsets and game viewing opportunities. Original and innovative African art adds an authentic note throughout the lodge. Fine dining, lavishness and spa indulgences ensure endless pampering, making Oceana unlike any other.

3 MOMBO CAMP Mombo Camp, on the northern tip of Chief’s Island within the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, is built under large shady trees and overlooks an open floodplain more often than not alive with wildlife. This area boasts enormous concentrations of plains game and large predators - lions in particular providing what is arguably the best big game viewing in Botswana.

SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE OCEANA BEACH & WILDLIFE RESERVE MOMBO CAMP

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Acommodation comprises nine spacious tents raised up to two metres off the ground, with breathtaking views over the plains; the sala, long veranda and lounge area all take advantage of such vistas. Bathrooms are en-suite, with indoor and outdoor showers. The main living and dining area is under thatch, there is a boma for delicious dinners under the stars and a plunge pool to relax in on a hot day.

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MALARIA FREE SAFARIS Malaria free safaris do exist on several of Southern Africa’s diverse regions. If you want to experience Africa and see the big 5 without the worry of taking malaria pills or the risk of contracting malaria then you will be pleased to know these options are available. Many of these game reserves are private and offer all the comforts and luxuries of an elite travel experience together with great safari and game viewing opportunities. Allow your mind to relax and enjoy this unforgettable holiday knowing you are not at risk of malaria.

1 &BEYOND KWANDWE PRIVATE GAME RESERVE Kwandwe Private Game Reserve lies in the heart of South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape, near Grahamstown, and is the perfect ending to a journey along the famous Garden Route. A conservation victory, Kwandwe’s diverse 22 000 hectares (54 360 acres) are home to thousands of animals, including lion, black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant and cheetah. Meaning “Place of the Blue Crane” in Xhosa, Kwandwe is a seasonal haven for a population of these rare, highly endangered birds.

All four, luxurious, Kwandwe lodges are proud members of Relais & Chateaux GREAT FISH RIVER LODGE Set along the verdant banks of the Great Fish River, the luxurious nine suited Great Fish River Lodge features floor-to-ceiling glass doors that fold back to allow spectacular views to be enjoyed from everywhere, even the ensuite bathrooms. Verandas beckon to a private plunge pool, enfolding you in the warmth of a traditional thatched lodge.

ECCA LODGE A safari lodge with an attitude, Ecca Lodge is one of a kind. Witty and brash, yet intimate. Wraparound wooden decks lead from sitting rooms and bedrooms to private plunge pools and outdoor showers. Flavours and aromas waft from the open interactive kitchen it’s minimalist and chic but with plenty of activities for children.

UPLANDS HOMESTEAD Available only for sole use by a group or family of up to six, Uplands Homestead is a restored 1905 farmhouse with an Out of Africa ambience boasting three ensuite bedrooms. Set in a tranquil valley, Uplands creates authentic frontier comfort with its antiques and memorabilia. Families enjoy time together and have their own chef, dedicated ranger and tracker, and private 4x4 safari vehicle.

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MELTON MANOR A sole-use safari villa, Melton Manor’s four ensuite bedrooms offer sweeping views of the wraparound afromontane forests. Spacious bathrooms with big bathtubs that face the pristine bush beyond add a touch of intimacy, while a central courtyard with a large, sparkling swimming pool creates a space for sharing.

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2 JACI’S TREE LODGE Jaci’s Tree Lodge opened in December 2002 with Eight “Tree Houses”, each encompassing a giant Tambotie or Leadwood Tree and constructed amongst the Riverine forest on stilts, up to 6 meters above the ground.

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In these spacious “Tree Houses” – built utilizing a combination of rosewood, thatch and stacking doors - the forest surrounds are invited in, to compliment your stay. Relax on the deck in front of your room, in the main lodge or wander to the forest pool to cool off. Raised wooden walkways suspended in the forest canopy lining the banks of the Marico River connect with the extraordinary Main Lodge and its generous facilities.

3 ANT’S HILL Ant’s Hill is a private bush home located on its own game reserve set in the beautiful and diverse malaria free Waterberg region of the Limpopo province of South Africa. It offers an extremely flexible safari with a guest to guide ratio of 3 to 1 which allows guests to tailor-make their day from a wide variety of game viewing activities including game drives, game walks and horse riding.

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Discover the Africa one always dreams and reads about with spectacular sunsets and starry skies. surrounded by 70 000 acres in the Great Karoo. Be inspired by the conservation projects where every effort is being made to preserve global biodiversity in this unique environment.

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Experience fossils predating dinosaurs and Bushman paintings offering insights into the intricacies of our Earth’s past.

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MOBILE SAFARIS Mobile Safaris move with you as you embark on a new adventure each day.

This style of travel can be enjoyed either on foot or by 4 wheel drive. Camps will be set up for you allowing you as much freedom as possible to explore your new surroundings with a professional guide.

Mobile safaris afford you the romance of being out in Africa’s bush with wilderness all around you but still provide some necessary creature comforts.

1 & BEYOND EXPEDITIONS &Beyond Expeditions are multi-night camping safaris that depart on a regular scheduled basis to the most beautiful wilderness regions of Botswana. This is the epitome of classic African style and comfort in tented travel – absolutely in a league of its own. &Beyond specialises in providing camping safaris with a great diversity of wildlife and landscapes, utilising exclusive private camping sites in National Parks and on private concessions. All &Beyond Expeditions are hosted by a professional, knowledgeable guide who shares a wealth of information gleaned from close interaction with the wildlife and ecology of the regions.

The camp team moves with the camp every second day. Guests are warmly taken care of by the same &Beyonders throughout the Expedition.

The 10-day &Beyond Botswana Explorer Expedition travels through some of the largest and most remote game sanctuaries in Southern Africa: Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Savute and on to Victoria Falls. Classic, spacious domed tents (4m x 4m) have comfortable beds, crisp linen, bedside tables and lamps. A first in the safari industry, these tents also boast an ensuite bathroom with flush w.c., hand basins and al fresco hot bucket shower. The Botswana Explorer hosts a maximum of six guests per safari. Eight nights are spent camping, with the final night at &Beyond Matetsi Private Game Reserve, within easy reach of the magnificent Victoria Falls.

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Classic African Safaris offer a truly unique experience.

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by Hamish Grant one of Kenya’s most experienced and enthusiastic guides. The company provides traditional safaris under canvas using mobile tented camps, a top-notch camp chef and local camp crew.

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African Latitude introduces travellers to amazing wildlife, the traditions of varying African cultures and dramatic scenery. The Great Rift Valley cuts a deep scar across Kenya and Tanzania creating a variety of landscapes and ecosystems unlike anywhere else in Africa and providing an amazing area for mobile discovery.

Overlanding Overlanding, or camping on the move, has a huge variety of options from the length of the journey – anything from a 1 week holiday to a 6 months full-on expedition – to the number of countries in Africa to be visited – almost unlimited. Then there is the style, budget bare-bones camping or the luxury end where there’s a cook to make all the meals – and then of course there’s every level in-between. Whichever you choose this is a great way to explore Africa and the old adage always applies ‘whatever you put in will determine what you get out’. Some overland trips require you to help with everything, so go on volunteer for the washing up, peeling the veggies and putting up tents! Others will have someone who is part of the camp staff and will do all this for you. Either way have fun, enjoy the people you travel with and see some of the most marvellous wildlife, natural features and wonderful people this continent has to offer.

African Latitude offer both lightweight and luxury mobile camping for small and private groups with a choice of customised 4x4 safaris or walking safaris.

Working together with local communities as partners to assist with guiding services, the intimate knowledge gained from the local community partners is an invaluable learning experience for travellers.

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Botswana Mobile Tented Safaris are an authentic 5-star safari experience. The tented camps offer twinbedded luxury accommodation in spacious, insect proof Meru style tents, with bush-bucket shower/toilet en-suite. This is a real Hemingway-style safari and being mobile allows access to areas off the beaten track. This adventure is for small groups where the guide will tailor-make the experience to suit.

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Mobile Safari Expeditions offer one the freedom to move to the best areas and follow the game. Private camps and Guides make them ideal for families and small groups desiring privacy and exclusivity. This is the genuine article – a true safari. Guests stay In traditional and comfortable Meru tents with en-suite bathrooms and flush loos. The only concession to roughing it is the bush shower.

Camping overland 21 Days Victoria Falls to Nairobi. This trip combines the best of both worlds. From adventure activities in Victoria Falls to relaxation time at Lake Malawi’s white sandy beaches, to the spice Island of Zanzibar and Tanzania’s world famous game parks; Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Includes a cook.

Accommodated overland 20 Days Classic Victoria Falls to Cape Town. One of the most popular tours combines adrenaline sports in Victoria Falls with game safaris in Chobe, the Okavango Delta and Etosha, ending in the Mother City Cape Town. Accommodation is in lodge, hostel, chalet or permanent tents and includes a cook.

Expedition overland 23 Weeks London to Cape Town. Western Trans Africa Expedition. REAL overland travel at its best! Expect to get ‘stuck in’ and somewhat dirty on this trip that covers the best sites between London and Cape Town via West Africa, both on and off the beaten track. A true OVERLAND ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME!

Excellent guiding, cuisine and accommodation combine to make for a very special experience.

Choose one of the following, or combine them with each other and our permanent camps:

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MOUNTAINS & TREKKING Snow-topped Kilimanjaro is a classic climb, and although it helps if you’re fit and determined, anyone can take on the challenge. Experienced guides lead you up the mountain and help you enjoy the stunning scenery and learn some of the natural history of this World Heritage Site.

Trekking is the eco-friendly way to go and allows you to get into pristine wilderness areas where few travellers venture and to interact with local people such as the Maasai or Samburu. Treks can be done at all levels; from super-athlete to lounge lizard, in many parts of Africa, from a few days to many and from the budget to the luxurious. Guides come from local communities and share their intimate knowledge of the surrounding areas.

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1 KILIMANJARO CLIMB – AFRICAN ENVIRONMENTS Seven nights on the mountain gives you plenty of time to acclimatize and a greater chance of reaching the summit. Try the new Moir Route using the Shira Plateau and onto the Arrow Glacier to the final summit at 19,340 feet. If you have slightly less time then 5 nights on the mountain on the more traditional Machame Route using the Barafu ascent is available but you must have a good level of fitness and experience with high altitude. Accommodation is in state-of-the-art mountain dome tents, all meals are cooked for you and all you need to carry is a light day-pack, porters carry the rest.

2 TREKKING – AFRICAN LATITUDES An 8 day Loita Hills Trek gives a perfect mix of wildlife and cultural experience. The trek begins with game viewing in Masai Mara Game Reserve and then a walking safari with Masai guides in their homeland progressing through a variety of fast changing landscapes, from the indigenous Loita forest onto the plains and up the Nguruman Escarpment. There is in-depth cultural contact with the Masai on the trek to the edge of the Rift Valley and down onto the hot valley floor. Walks are up to 15 km per day with plenty of stops to appreciate the surroundings and talk with the people. Donkeys carry equipment and luggage so you only need to carry your own daypack.

The 10 days Northern Tanzania trek is for the outdoors person who wants to get off the classic safari route and appreciate the beauty of the landscape and wildlife but still include some cultural interaction. Discover famous Ngorongoro Crater and the fantastic variety of wildlife in the Serengeti, then trek in the Gol mountains, across the Salei plains, continue with the Masai guides down into the Rift Valley to meet the local tribes and see Lake Natron’s flamingoes and climb Lengai, an active volcano.

Lengai is steep and quite strenuous but there is an alternative walk to spectacular waterfalls for those who prefer.

PRIMATES Trek into dense tropical forest lured by the exhilaration of encountering a family of gorillas or chimpanzees. It is one of the most life-changing wildlife adventures ever sitting and observing a family of gorillas as they interact, feed, suckle their young and play. It’s similarly a humbling experience to be part of a chimpanzee troop. Habituated groups of both primates are now accessible in both West and Central Africa along with a variety of levels of accommodation.

1 CLOUDS MOUNTAIN GORILLA LODGE Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge lies high up on Nteko Ridge, on the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The secret interior of the rainforest here provides perfect habitat for around 330 Mountain gorillas, roughly half of the worlds’ total population. Bwindi is the only forest in Africa to have chimps and gorillas co-exisiting. Activities include gorilla trekking, guided forest walks and community visits. Accommodation is in 8 stone cottages all with their own private bathroom, verandah and cozy fireplace. The main lodge offers plush furnishings and commissioned artwork from Ugandan artists.

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2 GREYSTOKE MAHALE CAMP The slopes of the Mahale Mountains is home to the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees.

Within hiking distance of the camp is a group of sixty chimpanzees, whom you can observe grooming, wrestling and foraging across the leafy floor of this deep and magical forest.

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Ngamba Island is part of the Koome group of islands located on Lake Victoria 23km south of Entebbe, Uganda.

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Sabyinyo is only minutes away from the headquarters of the Parc National des Volcans from where clients trek on foot to see the magnificent Mountain Gorilla – perhaps one of the most dramatic, thrilling and poignant wildlife experiences possible.

The lodge, situated in the foothills of the mighty Virungas, the chain of 15,000 ft volcanoes stretching through Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, affords wonderful views of the volcanoes and the surrounding countryside. Guest cottages and the main lodge building have been beautifully constructed and appointed and the lodge is the perfect base from which to explore this unique and fascinating corner of Africa.

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Spoil yourself with an intimate and personal escape with the pleasure of your closest friends or family. Centre your experience in the sanctuary of a luxurious private lodge and welcome an astonishing new adventure each day. Private lodges incorporate all home comforts, not to mention a private plunge pool, butler service, exclusive viewing platforms to some of the world’s best game reserves and use of 4WD and boat. This really is the ultimate way to experience Africa in style.

Singita Castleton Camp is found in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. An area that offers rare solitude and the ultimate in safari luxury on 18 000 hectares (45 000 acres) of prime game viewing land in an exclusive private sanctuary adjoining the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The camp is sincerely inviting, a cosseting and comfortable hideaway that exudes timeless charm in lush grounds overlooking a wellfrequented waterhole where buffalo, antelope and lion prides are regular visitors. Comprising a stone-walled farmhouse and three beautifully appointed air-conditioned double en-suite cottages, Singita Castleton is booked as an exclusive retreat, accommodating up to twelve guests at a time. Within the grounds there’s a tennis court, swimming pool and trampoline.

Guests enjoy sublime cuisine, rare vintage wines and fireside dinners. With a laid back ambience that focuses on unfussed, traditional safari comfort, the suites at Castleton offer a welcome retreat at the end of the day. Thoughtful touches dictate throughout to ensure you feel at home during every moment of your stay.

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2 MOTSWIRI SAFARI LODGE Nestled under a canopy of Leadwood trees overlooking a busy private waterhole, Motswiri only accommodates 10 people in 5 luxury bush villas set around a swimming pool. The exquisitely appointed main lodge offers separate lounge, dining and bar facilities – each with its own roaring fireplace in winter. Motswiri offers the option of individual bookings or exclusive use of the whole lodge, making it ideal for corporates, celebrations and family groups.

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Nicholas and Robert More, brothers & fourth generation owners of Lion Sands, recently completed and opened this private lodge, Lion Sands 1933. The Lodge is aptly named after the year in which their great grandfather came to this area and is offering guests the ultimate hideaway or private family home.

The lodge’s large windows, sliding doors and muted colours mirror the surrounding landscape and create a seamless, indoor-outdoor flow. Timber, thatch and screed flooring add earthy charm to the interior, where the decor is classic-contemporary. All of these public areas open onto a large, wraparound wooden deck and a lap-size swimming pool Enjoy complete privacy combined with some of Africa’s best safari hosts.

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Kiba Point is the fabulous new base for your private Selous safari. This small 8-bed camp is booked on a totally exclusive basis only; you won’t meet another soul beyond the family or friends you’ve brought with you, and your private lodge staff. Sharing the bush with some of Africa’s greatest wildlife - is where you get the best of it all: a wealth of game on your doorstep, days of adventure and fun, and the privacy and pleasure of your own company. It’s the perfect home away from home. And though it may be hard to drag yourself away, by way of gentle persuasion you’ll have your own safari guide, four wheel drive vehicles, and boats at your disposal.

Vumbura Plains offers two 7-bedded satellite camps that lie in the extreme north of the Delta, on the edge of a large floodplain – either camp can be booked exclusively. These luxury camps offers both land and water activities in a 60 000-hectare private concession that has a great diversity of both habitats and wildlife.

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Tanda Tula is situated amidst thousands of hectares of pristine wilderness in the Timbavati Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park. The camp is renowned as one of South Africa’s most luxurious camps with twelve East African styled tented suites, which may be booked as an exclusive camp. The Timbavati is well known for its low impact on the environment so your stay is guaranteed to be private, secluded and tranquil. Safaris are flexible and can take place on foot or in open vehicles. Relax at the pool or on your private deck. The Tanda Tula staff are very special and will make you feel incredibly welcome and comfortable.

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Notten’s is one of the finest family run lodges in Africa, and the best kept secret in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. As one of the original game lodges it has a magical bush atmosphere and offers a truly authentic African safari experience. Its extremely high return client rate is due to its impeccable standard of service and warm hospitality. Daily safaris are led by experienced Shangaan rangers in open top land rovers offering adventurous, close-up encounters with the region’s prolific wildlife, including the Big Five. Daily bush walks are also available which allow one to discover the small hidden treasure of this exceptional region. Notten’s prides itself in offering its guests a phenomenal wildlife experience. The lodge is the epitome of natural elegance. Each private suite, with en-suite bathroom offer breathtaking views. In the purposeful absence of electric lighting a magical atmosphere is created in the ambient light of candles and lanterns, capturing an enchanting spirit of romance. The suites are kept cool by ceiling fans. The massage deck is a peaceful setting for relaxing therapeutic treatments and restful hours at the sparkling pool are a must. The sounds of the African night sets the perfect mood for dining in the enchanting candlelit boma.

8 TUNINGI SAFARI LODGE The 5 star Tuningi Safari Lodge is set in a valley on the west of the big 5, malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve.

The main thatched lodge offers beautiful indoor and outdoor lounges, an elegant dining room and a magnificent rim flow pool overlooking a waterhole.

Tuningi welcomes children and invites all guests to appreciate the wonders of nature, wildlife and the delicate eco-system.

9 EARTH LODGE Earth Lodge’s organic architecture awakens the senses with texture, space and light. Everywhere nature is at work, with almost every facet of the lodge inspired by the surrounding environment. With thirteen luxurious suites including the magnificent Amber Presidential suite, the lodge breaks with traditional lodge style to create a masterpiece of elegance. Suites feature private pools, butler service, en-suite glass fronted bathrooms and outdoor showers. The dining area overlooks a waterhole and unending bush and the lodge has a library, underground wine cellar, curio shop and the Amani Spa. Earth Lodge is a luxurious safari retreat that reflects a new era for the African continent.

10 ROYAL MADIKWE The exclusivity of this private retreat, which offers sole use only, means that guests not only have a private luxury bush home, but a piece of South Africa all to themselves. Royal Madikwe offers a unique and exclusive safari residence in the heart of South Africa’s game-rich and malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, where an unrivalled wilderness experience is silhouetted against a backdrop of 5-star luxury and unsurpassed hospitality. Royal Madikwe accommodates a maximum of 10 guests in 5 openstyle suites.

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Travel in elegance and style aboard a world class rail network through the heart of Africa. Luxurious furnishings, five star cuisine, the finest wine and first class service complete this experience.

Accommodation carriages range in space and style to suite your needs, each providing unsurpassed luxury and comfort.

Travel across contrasting landscapes, through villages, and bush land, stopping in key locations along the way.

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Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for it’s truly world class travel experience offering unique train safaris through the heart of Africa. Rebuilt wood-panelled coaches offer accommodation of unmatched luxury, combining the opulence of pre-war travel and subtle modern conveniences. Enjoy fivestar cuisine and the finest wines as magnificent scenery unfolds.

The three beautifully rebuilt Classic trains, each carry a maximum of 72 passengers who are accommodated in the most spacious train suites in the world. With fine wood panelling and period Edwardian features each air-conditioned suite carries two people offering the option of twin or double beds. Four Royal Suites (16 sq.m) each have their own private lounge area and feature a full en-suite bathroom with shower and Victorian bath. The Deluxe Suites (11 sq.m) each have a lounge area and private bathroom with shower. Pullman Suites (7 sq.m) offer foldaway beds and en-suite bathrooms. The use of traditional furnishings and period décor ensure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur in the Dining, Lounge and Observation cars.

All of the trips begin or end at the headquarters of this superb private railway company, the historic and newly rebuilt Capital Park Station and Locomotive yard, situated on the outskirts of Pretoria.

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Choose from a series of train journeys lasting from 24 hours to a fortnight as the Pride of Africa links some of Africa’s greatest destinations. Options include the 14 day Dar Es Salaam sojourn, 2 night trip between Pretoria and Cape Town, Durban or Victoria Falls or the 7 day Namibian special, the 9 day African Collage between Pretoria, Kruger Park, Durban and Cape Town and an exciting nine day Golf Safari.

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RIVERS Rivers, waterways and floodplains provide a picturesque backdrop to exquisite accommodation. Wetlands are alive with grunting hippopotamus, sunbathing crocodiles and a wonderful array of birdlife. Superb vantage points provide an impressive place to sit and watch wildlife drink, bath and play. Immerse yourself further in these waterways and canoe silently through lily-covered channels, drifting ever closer to birds, animals and pristine wilderness.

1 SELINDA RESERVE Selinda Camp was completely rebuilt and reopened in 2007 to acclaim. It is a small, wonderful, luxury tented safari camp that is situated on the banks of the eastern Selinda Spillway - a waterway that links Botswana’s Okavango Delta to the Linyanti and Kwando marshes, rivers and floodplains. The shaded camp is raised a meter or so off the ground and offers extraordinary views over the floodplains, waterways and wide open savannas which are only broken by attractive palm islands. It is these views that are one of Selinda’s most compelling features.

Guests sit on their verandas while enjoying their meals and gaze pensively over the floodplains of the Selinda, enjoying the passing wildlife as it has done for millennia. There is hardly a moment which goes by without animals in front of camp.

Selinda has only nine spacious guest tents under thatch. Each tent has comfortable beds and fine linen.

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2 TONGABEZI Tongabezi is a luxury lodge near Victoria Falls on the banks of the Zambezi River. It was founded in 1990 by Ben Parker and the late Will Ruck-Keene, pioneers of eco-tourism in Zambia.

Privately owned and run, Tongabezi combines romance and exclusivity with warm and attentive service. Each house and cottage has its own valet who takes care of guests throughout their stay and acts as a private concierge.

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There is no set pattern to days at Tongabezi. Guests can do as much or as little as they wish, with game drives, bush walks and boating trips all included in the price. The majestic Victoria Falls can also be viewed by boat or helicopter.

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3 KHWAI RIVER LODGE Located in the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, the luxurious Khwai River Lodge offers guests superb game viewing all year round. The area is renowned for its large concentration of big mammals, raptors and predators such as lion, leopard and spotted hyaena. The camp consists of fifteen luxury tented camps with shaded decks, unobstructed river views and a perfectly situated bird hide. For those who want to relax, Khwai also has a “Naturally Wild” gym and spa facility.

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Lebala is the Tswana word for wide-open plains, and each of the 8 spacious tents has extensive views over the African plains and wetlands, that comprise this part of the Kwando-Linyanti flood plain system. This system is an intricate labyrinth of waterways, reed beds, islands, floodplains, bush, scrub and trees, and to those in the know Okavango-like but something different too.

Excellent general game abounds on the broad plains, creating spectacular scenery, adorned with herds of plains game and the ever-attendant predators. Lebala offers regular and reliable sightings of elephant, lion, painted dog, leopard, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, kudu, lechwe, impala, wildebeest and waterbuck in stunning settings.

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By having just 8 beds Old Mondoro is the Lower Zambezi’s most intimate and exclusive safari camp.

Designed to complement and not duplicate its renowned partner camps, Old Mondoro is the ultimate retreat for the safari purist who appreciates the wildlife and wilderness experience over that of the more extravagant lodges whilst not compromising on standards and service.

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Chiawa Camp rests peacefully on the banks of the Zambezi River. Constructed mainly of natural materials the central thatched lounge/bar area with upstairs viewing deck provides one of the best views of the Zambezi. Nine superior tents accommodate a maximum of 16 guests. In the heat of the day take a dip in the refreshing plunge pool, complete with sundeck that overlooks the River. Enjoy Chiawa’s renowned cuisine on the al-fresco dining veranda.

After dinner, retire to the campfire and enjoy a cocktail while taking in the sounds and magic of the African night.

7 TENA TENA This remote and small camp lies within the National Park and enjoys a stunning location on a sweeping bend of the Luangwa River. It was Robin Pope’s first camp and has remained a favourite of many safari lovers over the years. The waterhole that runs in front of the tents is highly productive and siestas can be spent watching and photographing from your bed. The main area is a large canvas marquee placed between two mahogany trees.

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ROMANCE Calm your mind, relax your soul and indulge your heart in one of the world’s most exotic locations. Africa offers a natural romantic setting for couples wanting to immerse themselves in plush surroundings with a hint of nature.

Flirt with a profusion of invigorating adventures or laze poolside perched high on your private viewing deck allowing the day to slowly drift away.

With a growing number of romantic holiday retreats, Africa is becoming a key destination for couples seeking a secluded paradise to take pleasure in.

1 SINGITA SWENI LODGE Celebrate your new life together in one of the most romantic places on earth. Nestled low on the Sweni River, the intimate Singita Sweni Lodge boasts six exclusive suites in dappled shade on the water’s edge. Expressing a distinctly avant-garde African style, the vivid green palette of the lush surroundings blends in with Sweni’s embracing tree-house charm.

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Sweni is situated in a concession that boasts the highest concentration of wildlife in the entire Kruger National Park, including the Big Five as well as a wealth of plant and animal species.

Secluded suites welcome solitude and intimacy in a wild setting - the idea of ‘letting nature indoors’ is one of the main design elements at Sweni. The look and feel, with tactile furnishings, has been carefully created to bring in the textures and shades of the bush. With glass walls and wide decks, and designed with open-plan living in mind, your suite flows from the bathroom area, through to the lounge and into the bedroom.

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2 GOVERNOR’S IL MORAN CAMP The camp for those who want that extra bit of luxury. Governors’ IL Moran Camp is small and intimate with added touches that make this a top of the range safari camp and the premiere camp in the Masai Mara.

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Hidden under ancient trees, deep in the forest, are just 10 tents that line the winding banks of the Mara River. You’ll be the personal guest of the manager, who looks after all your needs.

Game drives and walks are included and complimentary wine is served with dinner.

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The camp is situated along the banks of the Mara River, right in the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, with the best game viewing right on your doorstep.

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3 JOY’S CAMP An elegant oasis in the arid lands of Samburu; Joy’s Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson’s tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The 6 KAYA MAWA site was also home to Penny the leopard, the Rated by Condé Nast Magazine as one of the planet’s heroine of her last book. ten most romantic destinations, Kaya Mawa is located

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The 10 chic canvas bedrooms are set raised off the ground with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephant and lion jostle for watering rights with herds of buffalo and the rare desert species of Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy’s Zebra.

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Each sumptuous tent is uniquely decorated with Boran/Somali cloth design, handmade glass and the vibrant fabrics of the local nomadic tribes creating a chic, sophisticated and stylish camp.

Each tent has it’s own verandah, ideal for private game viewing as well as relaxing, reading and soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba. The eastern corner of the Samburu eco-system, Shaba is a secluded idyll, an arid landscape dotted with lush springs and rocky river gorges.

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Perched high on the Hermanus cliffs, the regal Birkenhead House and deluxe adjacent Villa, overlook the whale watching paradise of Walker Bay. Accommodating guests in the utmost luxury, this is the perfect destination for those seeking the pinnacle of seaside living. Sophisticatedly appointed studio suites offer expansive vistas of Walker Bay or the towering Overberg mountains, all augmented by the unrestrained opulence of our beautiful furnishings and comforts.

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The romantic Safari Lodge is part of the 18,000 acre Amakhala Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. African tribal design inspired the creation of this intimate thatched lodge, and unique safari suites which offer all the indulgent comforts in a luxury room with your own plunge pool. Regenerate your soul in a double bath or splash off the dust in a double outdoor shower before sharing your day’s adventures around the fireside under a canopy of stars. On a recommended three day safari enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, a river cruise, a guided walk on Amakhala and a game drive into nearby Addo National Elephant Park.

on the south-western tip of Likoma Island in the far north-east of Lake Malawi, close to Mozambique.

The island is covered with mango trees and ancient baobabs and encircled by glorious sandy beaches and rocky coves.

Ten stone and teak-framed thatched cottages including two family cottages and one honeymoon chalet - have a panoramic view of the lake and private terraces with direct access to the water. Each one has en-suite bathroom facilities, a four-poster bed, shower, and a sunken stone bathtub. The honeymoon chalet with its incredible views is tucked away on its own private island.

7 GARONGA SAFARI CAMP Situated in the Greater Makalali Private Game Reserve to the west of Kruger National Park in South Africa, Garonga offers a relaxing and romantic safari experience in beautiful surroundings. Classic luxury, comfort and service combine to provide a “safari for the soul”. Six en-suite luxury tents in earthy colours with draped beds and fine linen and designed with plastered walls and over-arching canvas, are built on the banks of a watercourse, each with private deck, hammock, indoor and outdoor showers. The design is a blend of Afro-Balinese.

For those with a sense of adventure opt to sleep under the stars on a tree-top deck overlooking a waterhole.

Little Garonga boasts 3 luxury suites under thatch complete with private deck and hammock. The camp has its own dining and BBQ area, swimming pool and massage sala. It is very private and totally self-contained, ideal for honeymooners. The camp is north facing which allows sunlight to stream in, and its prime location affords magnificent views of the reserve.

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SAFARIS BY WATER You are spoilt for choice when it comes to waterside adventures in Africa. The mighty Zambezi River provides an adventurous paradise and a relaxed destination for travelers. If you are travelling in Botswana, spoil yourself with a trip to the Okavango Delta, a shimmering expanse of water found in the middle of the Kalahari Desert. Arrive at your luxury camp in traditional style, via mokoro a dug-out canoe used to glide through the winding waterways and lily filled lagoons.

1 VUNDU CAMP & ZAMBEZI CANOEING SAFARIS Vundu Camp is a small intimate camp set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. Combining a stay at Vundu Camp with a 3 day Zambezi Canoeing Safaris along the Mana Pools shoreline offers incredible views of the Zambezi escarpment as a back-drop. Canoe along the edge of the escarpment past flood plains dotted with a wide variety of birds and animals; see elephants as they come down to drink at the waters edge and colourful birdlife along the banks. Along the journey, en-suite tented camps on the banks of the river, are set up by a full camp staff ahead of your arrival.

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2 KWANDO KWARA Kwara is located in the remote northern part of the stunning Okavango Delta within the private Kwara concession. The camp fronts onto a huge floodplain, adjacent to the permanent water of the Delta and is backed by extensive bush. It is a magnificent wilderness area in excess of 1,700 square kilometres, bordering the Moremi Reserve. The eight luxury safari-style tents are built on raised decks, within a grove of huge and ancient African Ebony trees.

Resident hippos serenade guests year round from the water on the floodplain in front of the camp. Each tent has its own viewing deck, private en-suite facilities including hot and cold running showers, flush toilets and modern amenities.

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VUNDU CAMP & ZAMBEZI CANOEING SAFARIS KWANDO KWARA KINGS POOL CAMP

Kings Pool Camp is located in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, a vast private concession in the northern part of Botswana, overlooking the Linyanti River and Kings Pool lagoon. The accommodation here is luxurious, the wildlife spectacular. Nine well-appointed tents of canvas and thatch each have a large bedroom area, lounge, private plunge pool and ‘sala’. The spacious en-suite bathrooms are tiled with double showers and hand-basins as well as an outdoor shower for those who wish to shower close to nature! Raised walkways allow animals to wander freely through the camp to and from the water. The lounge, dining room and pub areas are on raised decks and there is a pool and an open area for dining under the stars.

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Kwetsani, one of the most remote camps in the Okavango, is situated on an elongated island heavily wooded with palm, mangosteen and fig trees. It is an intimate yet luxurious camp raised on wooden decks above the lush vegetation. Kwetsani Camp lies in a 60 000-hectare Eden in the north-western area of the Okavango: the Jao Concession.

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SPA & WELLNESS Surrounded by the untamed African bush, feel your mind, body and soul revitalize with a soothing spa treatment. This is the ultimate combination of wellness and wildness. Enjoy the sheer Indulgence of a therapeutic massage or luxurious body treatment with a professional therapist using natural products and traditional African techniques. Pure Bliss!

1 ROYAL MALEWANE Luxury meets the wild in the heart of Africa’s finest bushveld where Royal Malewane’s expert guides and trackers ensure intimate game experiences and close sightings of the big five. Sumptuous dining is a signatory feature, as the lodge is the first to boast a Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Blazon for cuisine.

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The Royal and Malewane Suites each accommodate four guests in two en-suite bedrooms with private lounge and dining facilities. The suites with their own private rim flow pools, decks and gazebos are amongst the biggest and most luxurious in Africa.

Complimentary services include a private butler and chef, private game drives and up to 4 complimentary massages per suite per day.

2 LOISABA Loisaba Wilderness is set on 61,000 acres of private wildlife conservancy, boasting outstanding views over the Laikipia plateau, abundant wildlife, endless activities, and luxurious accommodation. Whether sleeping under the undisturbed African night sky on our unique Star Beds, rafting down the majestic Ewaso Nyiro River, or watching a pride of lions stroll past your game drive vehicle - a visit to Loisaba will revive your mind, rejuvenate your body and revitalise your soul.

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There are various forms of accommodation at Loisaba, all combining luxury with an authentically African style. Whether you choose to stay at Loisaba Lodge, Loisaba’s private House or private Cottage, we can ensure you will be pampered and well looked after, while experiencing the atmosphere and energy of wild Africa. You also have the unique opportunity to experience a revitalizing treatment at the renowned Loisaba Spa, a perfect way to unwind after a horse or camel trek.

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Rated among the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Best Hotels in Africa and the Middle East (2009) this internationally renowned 5-star retreat 270km from Cape Town is an ecological oasis for diverse wildlife and ancient Bushman rock art. Breathtaking views, invigorating outdoor activities, luxurious accommodation, gourmet cuisine and authentic spa treatments distinguish this unique, African wilderness experience.

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4 CAPE GRACE The newly refashioned elegant Cape Grace hotel delivers all the creature comforts you’d expect from world class luxury accommodation and lots of little extras too. Providing a tantalizing experience that melds modern style with traditional Cape culture, each of the 121 customdecorated guest rooms and suites brings the charm of Cape Town to life. Proudly situated in the iconic centre of Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, on its very own private quay - Cape Town’s most popular shopping and tourist attractions are all easily within reach.

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The Spa at Cape Grace invites guests to indulge in a number of pampering treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. Whether a business executive in need of stress relief or a leisure traveller wishing to enhance their holiday experience, superb facilities are complimented by highly skilled staff and a menu of innovative treatments to ensure guests leave with their wellbeing restored. Originality from within.

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Pumulani offers the perfect mix for a memorable holiday. Enjoy being active or simply relax in the beautiful and tranquil scenery. Situated on the westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi. Each villa has its own distinct character and features all the creature comforts.

For those who like to sunbathe and simply relax there is a private beach and an infinity swimming pool overlooking spectacular Lake Malawi & the hills beyond.

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STYLE, DESIGN, & INTERIORS With such stunning surroundings to enjoy, accommodation throughout Africa is frequently found in the most exquisite locations; fringing waterways, perched high on cliff faces overlooking open savannas, or under the star lit skies.

Amidst breathtaking backdrops, style and interiors are designed to encapsulate the great outdoors. You can expect unsurpassed luxury, a relaxed rustic feel and unique African elegance.

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Situated in amongst a grove of giant baobabs, Planet Baobab offers guests a family friendly adventure safari into the magnificent Kalahari Desert and Makgadikgadi Pans. Experience Botswana’s culture at the baobab capital of the world where activities on offer all year round include Baobab bush walks, habituated meerkats, village and cattle post visits and the famous Green’s Baobab. During the dry season activities include Quad biking across the salt pans and sleeping out under the stars whilst during the wet season experience the spectacular zebra and wildebeest migration.

Accommodation is in a traditionally styled, en-suite Ba Kalalange Hut with facilities including the largest and coolest pool in the Kalahari and a superbly funky bar and restaurant.

2 SINGITA LEBOMBO LODGE At the cutting-edge of contemporary African chic, Singita Lebombo Lodge has been designed around the theme of a luxury eagle’s nest with 15 modern loft-style suites perched high above the Nwanetsi river. A spectacular cliffside pool counterpoints the outstretched vistas of the Lebombo Mountain foothills.

Lebombo Lodge is situated at the confluence of two rivers in an exclusive game-rich 15 000 hectare (33 000 acres) concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. This prime location offers an isolated slice of Africa’s most pristine wilderness regions.

At Lebombo, each of the fifteen suites comprises glass, wood, steel and contemporary finishes. It is all about inviting the outside in with its transparent floor-to ceiling ‘walls’, the expansive riverscape is ever-present. There is a day-bed on the viewing deck, complete with mosquito net to ensure restful afternoons. The romantic interior beds are set upon rustic wooden flooring and are dressed with soft Egyptian cotton bedding and silky-soft throws.

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3 JAO CAMP Jao Camp is located on a large, remote island in a private concession in Botswana, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta . With varied habitats ranging from waterways and lagoons to dry Kalahari grasslands and open floodplains, Jao Camp can offer both land and water experiences, depending on the current flood levels.

This luxury, stylish camp is a tranquil base for an Okavango Delta Safari experience.

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TENTED CAMPS What better way to experience the authentic and wild Africa than by staying at a tented camp, offering the perfect balance of adventure and the luxuries of space, elegance and comfort in a secluded camp. Guests get exceptional wildlife viewing of elephants, giraffes and big cats right on the doorstep. Tented Camps are designed to complement the natural habitat and environment capturing views of open savannas and rich floodplains.

1 SINGITA SABORA TENTED CAMP Singita Sabora Tented Camp provides the perfect elegant counterpoint to the raw beauty of the surrounding Serengeti plains. Reminiscent of a bygone era, Sabora dishes up lavish doses of ‘Out of Africa’ romance, exploration and intrigue.

Morning balloon rides to the western part of the Serengeti eco system offers an exclusive opportunity to float in peace and comfort over the backs of the massed wildlife below. At dawn take off the balloon, rises as the sun rises and floats in whatever direction the winds of the morning take it.

The pilot can precisely control the altitude of the balloon— sometimes at treetop height, sometimes lower, offering a unique perspective and great photographic opportunities of the wildlife below. At other times he will probably ascend to 1000 feet or more to see the enormity and wonderful panorama of Singita Grumeti Reserves.

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From time to time the pilot must put more heat into the balloon with the powerful whisper burners. In between there is silence broken only by the natural sounds from the plains below.

There are only three Singita lodges in the Grumeti Reserves concession, an area that spans over 340 000 acres of untouched, exclusive wilderness. Although the concession is as large as the Maasai Mara, there are only 76 beds here – compared to 3000 beds in the Mara – offering low-density tourism and a heavy concentration of game that provides an unparalleled, luxuriant private bush adventure. Sharing these vast plains with millions upon millions of wildebeest and zebra provides a unique opportunity to experience Africa as she once was, wild, raw and un-crowded – but with all of Singita’s trademark attention to detail and commitment to quality.

SINGITA SABORA TENTED CAMP COTTAR’S 1920s SAYARI CAMP MARA PLAINS CAMP ZARAFA CAMP LINYANTI BUSH CAMP

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The camp lounge, library and dining area are richly adorned with delightful period antiques, Persian rugs and campaign furniture that bring a sense of vibrant frivolity to this most dramatic and compelling of romantic locations.

Echoing the luxury and textures of a Bedouin camp, this opulent canvas cocoon offers a mix of Colonial styles and local East African influences. The interiors at Sabora Tented Camp are a combination of campaign furniture, antiques and Persian rugs. Here, crystal decanters and brass antiques find their place alongside Maasai blankets and traditional beadwork and where silk curtains frame your view onto the plains.

Feel transported back in time whilst sipping sundowners on the open deck and contemplating the shade of sky for the evening.

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Mara Plains Camp opened in 2008 in an extraordinary location that appears to be the epicenter and hunting grounds for many of the big cats. Hardly a night passes without the exciting sounds of predator activity and lions roaring nearby. The camp caters for only 12 guests in six spacious and comfortable en-suite canvas rooms built on raised decks. There is an additional tent for a pilot or private guide. The camp is situated along the Ntiakatek River with The Camp complements its environment perfectly. uninterrupted views of the surrounding plains The spacious rooms - with large, comfortable beds, and riverine forest.

Pioneering the spectacular, un-spoilt northern Serengeti area, Sayari Camp has become synonymous with the most dramatic sights Africa has to offer: the Great Migration crossing the Mara River, crocodile and hippo activity, along with the undisturbed wildlife viewing that the northern Serengeti offers in abundance. The remote area of the camp offers a private concession-like, completely uninterrupted encounter with the Serengeti nature and wildlife.

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The new Zarafa Camp re-opened in June 2008 with a beautiful new design and spectacular new location to rave reviews and critical acclaim.

The Camp is also the only premier styled Camp in Botswana (if not Africa) to totally derive all power from its array of solar panels behind the camp. National Geographic Adventure magazine in its November 2008 edition has just honoured Zibadianja as one of the world’s top 50 eco-lodges and Tatler Magazine has recognised Zibadianja Camp as one of it’s top 101 hotels and lodges anywhere. The camp inherited its name from the old Zibalianja Camp. Zarafa literally means “the beloved one” or “the lovely one”.

The true story of Zarafa is of a giraffe presented to Charles X of France in 1826 by the Viceroy of Egypt. Zarafa was a giraffe that inspired all who came to see her. The new Zarafa Camp does all that and more.

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Linyanti Bush Camp is a small, intimate 12 bedded tented camp on the banks of the Linyanti marshes in a private reserve which borders the western boundary of Chobe in Botswana. The camp is limited to small exclusive groups who seek a personalized experience in a private concession away from the main tourist routes. Activities from the camp consist of game drives, walking, spot lighting and hides. This safari camp provides the perfect atmosphere for an authentic and wild safari experience.

The 4x4 open game-viewing Landcruisers have been designed for comfort with only four to five guests per vehicle. This ensures increased maneuverability for better viewing, photography and an easy environment in which to communicate with the highly experienced guides. All Mara Plains guides are Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association qualified. They are from the area and thus possess intricate knowledge of the local flora and fauna as well as the tribal traditions and customs of the people.

6 COTTAR’S 1920’s The Cottar Safari tradition began in 1919 and nearly 90 years on continues to provide anunparalleled safari experience to discerning clients in Africa.. Extending an era of luxury and quality, and returning to the original spirit and essence of “safari”, reminiscent of the golden era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance. Situated in the Masai Mara, in an untouched exclusive concession bordering the Serengeti and Loliondo reserves, the area guarantees privacy and an abundance of wildlife. The camp accommodates up to 22 guests in authentic white canvas tents, which are spacious and luxuriously furnished.

Incorporating original safari antiques from the ‘20’s, private en suite dressing room and bathrooms, main bedrooms and verandas.

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1 CAMP KALAHARI Camp Kalahari is a return to the traditional safari style of the old explorers, and is the best way to experience the Makgadikgadi in a fresh and affordable way. It is the ideal camp for those who want fun, comfort, style and adventure. Camp Kalahari accepts children of all ages and makes for a fantastic family safari destination.

In the style of Jack’s original camps, is a large and comfortable thatched library, lounge and dining area; here guests can relax and enjoy the serenity and peace of this enchanting area. Camp Kalahari has ten Meru tents, including a family unit comprising two twin tents with an inter-leading bathroom. Activities are the same as Jack’s Camp and are guided by a team of local expert Guides.

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2 HONEYGUIDE TENTED SAFARI CAMPS Designed to reflect Hemmingway’s Africa, Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp is nestled in a Tamboti grove overlooking a riverbed. Game visiting the nearby waterhole can be seen from the swimming pool deck adjoining the public area. The twelve East African style tents are en suite and are comfortably furnished with king or twin beds. Mantobeni does not cater for children under 12 years. Fronting a forested river course, Honeyguide Khoka Moya offers an authentic African experience without sacrificing luxury, safety or comfort. Guests are accommodated in twelve large tents with views of the untouched African bush. The tents are en suite and are comfortably furnished with king or twin beds. Khoka Moya welcomes children under 12 years.

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3 OLAKIRA CAMP As the Great Migration makes its way across the expansive plains of the Serengeti, so the classic mobile Olakira Camp follows – offering its guests a unique and exceptional bush experience. Olakira Camp offers the perfect balance between an authentic, intimate bush experience and the luxuries of space, high quality tents and stunning food around the campfire, under the Serengeti stars.

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4 SAILE TENTED CAMP Saile Tented Camp is a small 8 bedded tented camp designed on the Hemingway style Meru East African tents. The camp is situated on the river banks of the Linyanti in a private concession bordering Chobe National park. The camp caters for the guest who appreciates small groups or private family safaris with their own private guide. This is a true luxury out of Africa “camping out” experience. Activities from the camp consist of game drives, walking, spot lighting and hides.

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5 THE RETREAT SELOUS The Retreat Selous is an established luxury Safari destination providing the well travelled guest with a “real” exhilarating experience of the untouched African Bush situated in the remotest Northern corner of the vast UNESCO Selous Game Reserve Tanzania. Selous boasts Tanzania’s largest population of Elephant and one of the biggest population of Hippos observed.

Adventure, privacy, space, seclusion and luxury are the hallmarks of the Retreat.

Each of the 12 spacious, individual tented suites ideal for couples, honeymoon escapes and family adventures - enjoys uninterrupted views and vistas allowing the guest to be totally immersed into sensual Africa and the wilderness of nature pure.

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6 SAVUTE ELEPHANT CAMP In the heart of the Chobe National Park, well-known for the large number of bull elephant in the region and often called the elephant capital of the world, lies Savute Elephant Camp with its twelve luxurious “tented boudoirs”. Overlooking a very busy waterhole, the camp offers spectacular game viewing of large herds of elephant in their natural habitat. The endangered painted dog, lion, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, cheetah and hyaena are all to be found at Savute. Guests may also enjoy a traditional meal under the starry sky in the “boma”, or visit ancient and rare Bushman rock paintings, stopping off en route to marvel at the small forest of African “upside-down” Baobab trees.

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Jack’s Camp is an oasis of style and comfort in the middle of Botswana’s Kalahari desert. The Makgadikgadi is truly like nowhere else on earth.

Spectacular vistas, creative surprises, expert guiding, old-world safari styling and superb cuisine combine to create an experience that is completely different to any other. A safari to Jack’s Camp is a complete desert experience with two distinct seasons: During the wet season guests experience the incredible sight of the zebra and wildebeest migration, and in the dry season guests explore the salt pans on quad bikes.

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Activities on offer all year round include Brown hyaena, habituated meerkats, Chapman’s Baobab and walking with Bushmen trackers.

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UNDER THE STARS Relax, dine and sleep under the open skies of Africa. Enjoy the complete freedom and space by surrounding yourself with nature. As dusk falls indulge in sumptuous cuisine by candlelight, and then slip into your cozy bed under the open star-lit skies.

1 LOISABA STAR BEDS A place of deep serenity, Loisaba attracts big game just as it attracts guests; both groups know they will be safe and well looked after, free to roam unconfined and undisturbed. Star Beds are unique to Loisaba, imagine four-poster beds on raised platforms with only the boundless equatorial sky for a ceiling. Located in two different parts of the reserve the first beds are found amidst a rocky hill overlooking a waterhole. The second site is right on the banks of the Ewaso N’giro River, cantilevered over the flowing river below. Sleep under a million stars and awaken to find elephant swimming in the pool below you, timid wart-hog and gazelle waiting their turn on the sidelines. The Star Beds are reached by one of many options; on foot, horse, camel or by vehicle and staying at both locations creates an opportunity to travel between them and the main Loisaba Lodge. This wilderness is home to more than 260 species of birds and 50 species of wildlife.

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The best way to get across the saltpans is to quad bike. Setting off early in convoy, bikes carry bedrolls, food and water, looking like a long-range desert patrol.

The camp staff arrive at Kubu first; boiling a cauldron of water for the shower and setting up the drinks tray.

Dinners are three course culinary extravaganzas, laid out on white damask table-linen, decked with fine glassware and bone-handled silver. The next two days are spent exploring the fascinating surrounding salt pans.

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WALKING Take a walk on the wild side! Stretch your legs and prepare to embark on an exciting and informative adventure. A safari on foot is the most exhilarating way to see wildlife by following game-trails and animal tracks to discover a variety of eco-systems. Get ready to come a close but safe distance to an extraordinary assemblage of African wildlife. Each walk invites new discoveries as you are guided by experienced professionals.

1 LINYANTI WALKING SAFARIS This is a mobile camping safari focused on walking within the private concession of the Chobe Enclave, Botswana. Walk with armed, professional safari guides, on an adventure that will let you feel the heart beat of Africa and its true wilderness.

Distances walked each day will vary depending on the capabilities of the group and what their interests are with many stops for water, picnics, wildlife and time to learn about the ecosystems walked through.

2 ROBIN POPE MOBILE SAFARIS - ZAMBIA Robin Pope’s Walking Mobile Safaris have been operating since 1991 and were the first such walking safaris in Africa and continue to be totally unique.

Safari Camps are combined with a five day walk which is backed up by a totally mobile camp - a winning combination for those looking to be totally immersed in the bush.

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3 FOOTSTEPS ACROSSTHE DELTA - BOTSWANA At Footsteps Across the Delta you enter one of the great, untamed regions of Africa, the spectacular Okavango Delta, and experience the astonishing contrasts created when the mighty Okavango River flows into the arid Kalahari Desert. The result is a variety of habitats, riverine forest, palm islands, permanent swamps and dry sandveld all with an unparalleled wealth of animal diversity. This Ker and Downey Botswana program maintains the elegance and eccentricity of the original `African Safari under canvas`. The emphasis is on exploring this breathtakingly beautiful and diverse environment as the first African explorer`s did, either by mekoro or on foot.

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Transfrontiers Wildlife Walking Safaris offers unique and affordable walking safaris in the exclusive and Big Five Greater Kruger National Park.

Guaranteed departures every Monday and Friday from Johannesburg to join a small group (min 1 max 8) of international travellers. Cost includes transfers, accommodation in unfenced tented camps, meals, all walks and drives. In conjunction with Natural Exposure, Transfrontiers offers an Eco Awareness Course on a monthly basis, during which participants are exposed to the elements of the bush, learn basic survival skills, navigate by the stars and gain valuable insights into the African wilderness.

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MAP OF AFRICA Lake Turkana

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