Experience Some of Southern Africa’s Most Incredible Safari Lodges
Posted on May 10, 2017, featured in Experiences
Who wouldn’t jump at the chance to go on an African safari? The breathtaking wildlife, the unique culture, the stunning settings—all incredible reasons that easily make South Africa the ultimate bucket list vacation hot spot anywhere on the planet.
The Best Safari Lodges in Southern Africa
And as if you needed any more incentive to start planning your African getaway, we almost forgot to mention the lodges. Yup, that’s right. Oh, maybe your image of a safari is camping on the Serengeti Plains in Tanzania, waking to the sounds of The Great Wildebeest Migration stampeding past you as you emerge from a dusty tent. Well, that certainly is a very real and very an exciting option—but don’t think for a second it’s the only one.
Believe it or not, South Africa is home to some of the most amazing lodges you’ll find anywhere, offering an unparalleled level of true luxury accommodations, service, and cuisine.
Still not convinced? Here are some of the world’s most mind-blowing lodges that just happen to be in South Africa.
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, South Africa
Less than 2 hours from Cape Town, this 27 room luxurious lodge has private decks and organic gardens, two pools, two spas, and two acclaimed restaurants—set amidst 2500 Hectares of pristine wilderness.
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers up a host of amazing tour options, like flower safaris, horseback riding, birding tours, shark cage diving, and some of the best whale watching in the world.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, South Africa
Located in the northern Cederberg Mountains, only 270km from Cape Town, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat offers a distinctive wilderness experience among open plains and ancient sandstone formations, including over 130 sites of bush art paintings, some dating back as far as 10,000 years.
This multi-award-winning lodge consists of 16 luxurious guest rooms and suites, a fully-catered villa, and an outdoor gazebo.
Andbeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Tanzania
Set on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, this one-of-a-kind lodge has three camps and private butler service. Andbeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge has African mud plaster walls, stylishly layered banana leaf ceilings, and cooling palm roofs.
The rooms are strategically positioned to showcase the full splendor of the African landscape. The suites come complete with Victorian furniture and Persian rugs, offering sweeping views of the crater at every turn.
Rubondo Island Camp, Tanzania
Perfect for travlers looking to relax and recharge, Rubondo Island Camp is nestled on the dreamy shoreline of Victoria Lake, offering a mix of wildlife and water-based activities.
Situated on Africa’s largest island national park, this Tanzanian lodge includes eight lakefront chalets, a swimming pool, a tree house with a veranda, and fishing boats and canoes.
Segera Retreat, Kenya
Located in the heart of Laikipia Plateau, just north of the Equator in Kenya, Segera Retreat has eight luxury villas in a private 50,000 acres game reserve.
This exclusive retreat offers absolute luxury and unbeatable bespoke service, not to mention breathtaking views of Mount Kenya.
