One of the most popular bucket list items in the world is taking a trip to experience a Safari and all of its excitement and beauty. But for those who want to experience it a little differently, with a luxurious spin, these are the lodges for you. Each safari lodge offers its own special characteristic making each one different from the next, but all will put you up front and close to experience a life-changing adventure through what the various safaris have to offer.
Botswana, Savute Elephant Lodge
When it comes to big game safaris and wild adventures, Botswana is one of the top on the list. Located along the Savute Channel, “this tented oasis is the perfect base to discover the wonders of Chobe National Park”. This lodge offers a plethora of top-notch experiences combined with an expert staff to help guide you along your adventure.
Get a close look at the life of Chobe National Park where the lodge has its own in-house unique viewing section overlooking a watering hole. You can enjoy a drink while gazing out at the watering hole in hopes of catching one of the national parks’ many animals, all without leaving the lodge. The park is filled with lions, elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, and antelope. For those who want to take it a step further, the lodge offers early morning and afternoon game drives that give you an opportunity, via their expert staff, to track down some of the park’s wildest attractions.
In the right season, you may also catch the second largest migration of zebras in Africa. From bird watching to stargazing, and taking in the famous Bushmen paintings, there are endless possibilities. After a long day, unwind at the beautiful pool and grab a drink as you listen to the whispers and sounds of nature all around you.
Namibia, Shipwreck Lodge
Located in the famous Skelton Coast concession between the Hoarusib and Hoanib rivers in the Skeleton Coast National Park, Shipwreck Lodge is one of the best destinations to kickstart your safari endeavors. The shipwreck-shaped cabins are nestled between the dunes with views of the Atlantic Ocean.
What makes Shipwreck so different from typical safari destinations is the location. With access to both the Skelton coast and the Huarusib and Hoanib rivers, there are endless activities to embark on such as gourmet beachside dinners overlooking the mesmerizing coast and exploring some of the shipwrecks along the Skelton Coast. Feeling a little riskier? Then take to the dunes and ride a quad bike up and down the vast sand mountains or, go on the most coveted activity, the Hoarusib
River excursion where you will spend your morning exploring the all-around Hoarusib River and take in the miraculous geological formations and view the various desert dwellers such as elephants, brown hyenas, and lions. As evidenced by their exclusive client base, this is not your traditional safari adventure in Namibia.
Kenya, Mahali Mzuri
Known as one of the most coveted hotels in the entire world, the Mahali Mzuri in Kenya is THE hotel when it comes to safari expeditions. Sir Richard Branson’s brainchild, Mahali Mzuri, is a 12-tented luxury safari camp located in the private Olare Motorogi Conservancy in the wider Maasai ecosystem in Kenya.
Such an excellent location reaps the best rewards! You have the opportunity to have a front-row seat to the annual great migration and wild animals such as lions, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, and cheetahs. The hotel offers a world-class staff of chefs and safari connoisseurs.
With so many wild animals roaming around, a proper game viewing/drive needs a proper captain, so each guide is equipped with years of experience to ensure your utmost safety and provide first-hand knowledge. The mysterious and elusive landscape and all of its counterparts make for one of the most beautiful and jaw-dropping vacations you can take.
Tanzania, Four Seasons Safari lodge
“Your sanctuary in the Savannah”. The Four-Season Safari Lodge in Tanzania gives you a different yet world-renowned safari experience. Unlike some of the other locations, you have the opportunity to experience different animals such as the buffalo, rhinoceros, and leopards in an untamed landscape.
The lodge resides next to a watering hole where you can watch and sip your cocktail from your own private balcony. The lodge is known for its game drives which are under the constant protection of local Maasai tribes. You can take a vehicle out on the ground or a balloon over the sky to view the vast land from a different perspective.
Tanzania also boasts one of the most famous volcanoes in the world, Mount Kilimanjaro, where one can escape and attempt to trek around the massive mountain. Exclusive villas with a 24-hour personal attendance service make for a romantic yet adventurous vacation you will never forget.
Rwanda, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an exclusive world-class lodge located in Rwanda that is built with the goal of bringing travelers from around the world to appreciate the finer yet wilder things in life.
The wooden lodge overlooks one of Africa’s oldest forests and offers a wide range of amenities. Unlike the other hotels, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest takes you on a special adventure of gorilla tracking. The Volcanoes National Park is where this takes place and is home to the worldwide admired giant mountain gorillas, making up over half of the world’s population.
From bird watching to community/village walks, spa, and more, the One&Only Gorilla’s Nest offers a unique safari experience you can only find in one place.
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