Canvas Luxury Alongside the Big 5 & Falls

Kambaku River Sands

A private corner of Kruger with Kambaku

Explore the wildlife of Kruger and its surrounds at the Kambaku River Sands lodge. Ideally situated within the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, this spot is known for a high number of game passing through the area. The accommodation is tasteful and the safaris are top-notch at this premier Timbavati lodge.

Highlights

• Situated in an area with a high population of game and birdlife
• Fenceless border with Kruger National Park allows animals to move around freely
• Experience game drives in uncovered vehicles, bush walks, bird-watching and more
• Plenty of exciting photography opportunities, including the Big 5
• Comfortable accommodation with a private viewing deck for observing animals 

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Ngala Tented Camp

Chic safari adventure under canvas

Ngala Tented Camp is set on the banks of the seasonal Timbavati River in Ngala Private Game Reserve. This luxury camp gives a whole new meaning to tented accommodation and allows you to experience Africa under canvas in a sophisticated and stylish way, while still providing an authentic safari adventure.

Highlights

• Exclusive traversing rights in Ngala Private Game Reserve
• Onsite massage sala
• Exceptional dining venues and cuisine
• Minimal accommodation ensures personal, attentive service at all times
• Game drives, bush walks, tracking, photographic safaris, conservation experiences

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Tanda Tula Safari Camp

Tanda Tula in Timbavati is food for the soul

Tanda Tula Safari Camp can be found in Kruger's Timbavati Private Game Reserve, positioned among shady trees on the banks of the Nhlaralumi riverbed. Famous for its wonderful hospitality and land that teems with wildlife, this is a safari experience that will leave you with precious memories and friends for life.

Highlights

• Only 12 East African-style luxury tents with romantic en-suite bathrooms
• Tanda Tula is owner-managed and run by Don and Nina Scott, and together with their incredible team of staff, they have become renowned for their sincere hospitality
• Traverse 20,000ha of wilderness teeming with wildlife, including the coveted Big 5
• Home of the elusive white lion
• Varied dining venues and excellent food make mealtimes a treat

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Ilala Lodge

Victoria Falls’ closest companion

In the heart of Victoria Falls lies Ilala Lodge – one of the few boutique-style hotels in the area. Its drawcard? The lodge is right on the doorstep of the mighty Falls. Here you’ll experience the raw beauty of the world’s largest waterfall without skimping on an ounce of luxury.

Highlights

• Bordering Victoria Falls National Park, with views of the spray
• Boutique-style hotel priding themselves on personalised service
• The Palm Restaurant is known for its outstanding food and interesting menu
• Easy access to all the adventure activities on offer in the area
• On-site facilities include a poolside cocktail bar, swimming pool, lounges, wellness treatments and an activity centre

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The Elephant Camp

Walking with Giants in Zimbabwe

Set on a private concession bounded by the Masuwe River and the deeply carved Zambezi gorges, The Elephant Camp is close enough to Victoria Falls to allow easy access, yet stands on its own game reserve. Expect spectacular vistas of the Falls’ rising column of spray and thrilling wildlife encounters.

Highlights

• Spectacular views of the Victoria Falls’ rising column of spray and the Zambezi River’s gorges
• Easy access to the Falls, yet stands on its own private game reserve 
• Adrenaline-fueled activities include white-water rafting and a 120m high gorge swing
•  Local village tours
• Luxury Tented Suites feature private viewing decks with plunge pools

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Victoria Falls Safari Club

A private haven at Victoria Falls Safari Club

At Victoria Falls Safari Club, guests can immerse themselves in a private haven which blends modern comforts with naturally beautiful surroundings. The lodge gazes over the unspoilt bushveld of the Zambezi National Park, with its wildlife wandering through the area on their way to drink at the Zambezi River. 

Highlights

• Views of the unspoilt bushveld of the Zambezi National Park
• A nearby waterhole and hide for game-viewing
• Nature-lovers will enjoy the guided bush walks and nature trails
• Guests have access to Victoria Falls Safari Lodge’s Buffalo Bar, Boma, and MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant
• A butler is at your beck and call

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Khwai Tented Camp

Safari in the Delta’s Moremi Game Reserve

Khwai Tented Camp calls a community-run concession in the Moremi Game Reserve home. With activities such as night drives and nature walks permitted in the concession, visitors are sure to enjoy a truly fulfilling safari in one of the continent’s most prolific wildlife-viewing destinations: the Okavango Delta.

Highlights

• Camp is in a community-run concession where all proceeds are fed back into the community 
• Activities not available in national parks and reserves such as night drives and guided walks are allowed in the concession
• Up to 500 different bird species are found in the area 
• The camp’s structures are temporary ensuring minimal environmental impact 
• On the banks of a lagoon 

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Machaba Camp

A luxury tented camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta

Machaba Camp offers a safari experience that is equal parts authentic and comfortable. Whether you are a seasoned safari traveller or new to the whole thing, Machaba’s game drives are some of the best around. Accommodation is luxurious for families and romantics alike, without being overly opulent.

Highlights

• Situated within the Okavango Delta, overlooking the Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai River
• The surrounding Khwai area is home to a wide variety of game and bird species
• Classy and simple accommodation, with only 10 Tented Suites available
• The camp has a tented main area, a library and a sizeable swimming pool complete with sun loungers
• Open-air game drives afford ample opportunities for photographers to snap the perfect picture

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Belmond Khwai River Lodge

Stomp with Moremi's greatest & wildest

Belmond Khwai River Lodge is one of the best spots to view the dramatic big game of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve. In the heart of the Okavango Delta, the lodge embodies the passionate spirit of its native people and the adventure of the exquisite wildlife that roam the plains below.

Highlights

• Set in the Moremi Game Reserve, one of the top reserves in Botswana
• Wonderful views of the Khwai River with an abundant predator population
• Wide private decks at each tent, ideal for romantic dining and game viewing
• Stargazing tutorials to teach you how to fully embrace the night sky
• The only camp in the Delta with in-room air-conditioning

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