Handpicked Lodges & Camps
From ultra-exclusive private island camps in the Okavango Delta to family-friendly lodges beneath Kilimanjaro — every property we recommend has been personally assessed by our team. We partner only with the finest, most authentic safari lodges and camps across Africa.
The finest safari lodges in Africa — private game vehicles, gourmet cuisine, infinity pools overlooking the wilderness and the highest standards of service. Each property offers a maximum of 10–16 guests for total exclusivity.
Perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley 500m above the Maasai Mara, Angama Mara is one of Kenya's most dramatic and beautiful lodges. Two camps of just 15 tents each overlook the golden savannah below. The inspiration for Out of Africa's famous picnic scene. Private game vehicles, three swimming pools and some of the finest food in East Africa.
Africa's most photographed hotel — a 1930s manor house where resident Rothschild giraffes join guests for breakfast. Only 12 rooms. One of the most unique stays in Africa.
One of Kenya's most exclusive private conservancies — rhino, wild dog, lion and cheetah on 58,000 acres. Maximum 10 guests. Extraordinary wildlife and absolute seclusion.
Set within a 350,000-acre private reserve on the western Serengeti corridor, Singita Grumeti is arguably Africa's finest collection of safari lodges. Sabora Tented Camp, Faru Faru Lodge and Sasakwa Hill Lodge are all set within land the Great Migration passes through — with fewer than 50 guests across the entire reserve. Conservation-focused, extraordinarily luxurious.
An infinity pool overlooking a floodlit waterhole, spa, multiple restaurants and the resident wildlife of the Seronera valley at your doorstep. The finest hotel in the Serengeti.
Perched on the rim of the world's eighth wonder — extraordinary crater views from every suite. Baroque and Maasai-inspired design, butler service and remarkable cuisine.
One of the pioneers of the modern safari experience and still one of the finest private game reserves on earth. Five intimate camps on the banks of the Sand River, each with a maximum of 10–16 guests. Extraordinary habituated leopard sightings are Londolozi's trademark — the resident leopards are known individually by name and are seen on almost every game drive.
Consistently ranked among the top safari lodges in the world. Twelve riverside suites with private pools, an extraordinary wine cellar and the finest Big Five viewing in the Sabi Sand.
Africa's largest privately owned reserve — 114,000 hectares of pristine Kalahari. Maximum 30 guests across the whole reserve. Meerkat encounters, black-maned Kalahari lions and extraordinary privacy.
Canvas walls, the sounds of the wild and extraordinary comfort — Africa's finest tented camps position you deep in the wilderness while surrounding you with elegant furnishings, en-suite bathrooms and exceptional service.
Richard Branson's exquisite 12-tent camp in the Mara North Conservancy — positioned for outstanding wildlife viewing with night drives and walking safaris unavailable in the national reserve.
A beautifully restored 1920s-style tented camp — antique furniture, Persian rugs, classic safari style. Private conservancy bordering the Mara, with exceptional game viewing and off-road driving.
A remote, intimate camp on the banks of the Sand River — in the most wildlife-rich corner of the Mara ecosystem. Excellent for all Big Five and the migration river crossings at close range.
A seasonal migration camp that moves with the herds — repositioned annually to the optimal location for Great Migration game viewing. 8 tents. Expert guiding. Extraordinary wildlife.
A beautifully designed year-round camp in the central Serengeti — 8 en-suite tents, excellent guiding and superb value for a Serengeti luxury experience. Year-round predator concentration.
Perched on the crater rim with extraordinary views — butler service, open fireplaces and a theatrical colonial-meets-Maasai design. One of Africa's most iconic lodge experiences.
13 luxurious suites in the heart of Sabi Sand — one of the most exclusive and intimate properties in the reserve. Private pools, exceptional cuisine and outstanding leopard and lion sightings.
Richard Branson's dramatic rock lodge perched 300m above the Sabi Sand bush — extraordinary views, outstanding service and superb Big Five game drives from a private vehicle.
An intimate 12-tent camp in the Timbavati Private Reserve — open canvas sides, the sounds of the bush and outstanding game viewing including the famous white lions of Timbavati.
Lodges where children are genuinely welcomed — junior ranger programmes, age-appropriate game drives, family suites and guides who transform Africa into a classroom. Every property below is handpicked for family travel.
A well-run, child-friendly camp in the heart of the Mara ecosystem. Family tents, a swimming pool and excellent game drives make this one of the best family safari choices in Kenya.
Kilimanjaro views, enormous elephant herds and a family-friendly atmosphere. The lodge's Maasai cultural programme and swimming pool keep all ages happy between game drives.
Children who visit the Giraffe Manor never forget it — feeding Rothschild giraffes at breakfast through the dining room windows is one of the most magical family experiences in Africa.
Treehouse-style rooms built around ancient baobab trees — a wonderland for children. Game drives in Tarangire deliver elephant herds of 200+ and extraordinary birdlife.
A family favourite on the Serengeti — well-designed family rooms, a swimming pool and expert guides who excel at children's wildlife education. Superb year-round game viewing.
Private villas with pools on Zanzibar's east coast — perfect for families finishing a safari with a beach extension. Kids' clubs, snorkelling and calm turquoise water.
Malaria-free and family-perfect — Big Five game drives, guided bush walks, turtle tracking and the extraordinary coastline of the iSimangaliso World Heritage Area nearby.
Multiple camps on a private reserve adjacent to Kruger — family suites, a dedicated children's ranger programme and Big Five game drives in open vehicles.
South Africa's most acclaimed malaria-free Big Five reserve — award-winning children's programme, multiple lodges and the Born Free Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre on the reserve.
Pristine Indian Ocean beaches, turquoise coral lagoons and barefoot luxury — the perfect complement to any African safari. From Kenya's Diani Beach to Zanzibar's north shore.
Directly on Diani's powder-white beach — the finest stretch of coast in Kenya. Infinity pool, watersports, snorkelling on the fringing reef and the magnificent colobus monkeys in the coastal forest.
Three extraordinary private villas on a clifftop above Diani Beach — total privacy, private staff, a personal chef and some of the most dramatic Indian Ocean views in East Africa.
A stylish boutique resort on Watamu's UNESCO protected beach — famous for deep sea fishing, whale shark snorkelling and a beautiful coral reef system at the marine national park.
66 private pool villas on the south-west coast of Zanzibar — set within a vast coconut plantation. Multiple dining venues, a stunning spa and the most luxurious beach accommodation on the island.
A private island exclusive to 10 banda guests — no shoes required, no phones, no schedule. The finest snorkelling in East Africa, world-class diving and total seclusion in the Indian Ocean.
Four exclusive retreats on the Zanzibar north coast — each with a private pool, personal butler and views of Mnemba Atoll. The finest honeymoon accommodation in Zanzibar.
Set on a private island in the V&A Waterfront with Table Mountain rising behind — Cape Town's finest five-star hotel. Two islands of extraordinary suites, world-class restaurants and a spa.
One of South Africa's most beloved hotels — a 1940s colonial-style beachfront hotel on Umhlanga's lighthouse beach. Pool, spa, ocean-facing rooms and legendary Sunday curry buffets.
On the edge of the Cape Floral Kingdom — whale watching from the lodge terrace, horse riding through fynbos and a stunning pool overlooking Walker Bay. Conservation-focused luxury.
Intimate, romantic and utterly extraordinary — these properties are our top picks for honeymooners. Private plunge pools, outdoor baths under African skies and seclusion that makes every moment feel like yours alone.
Eight exquisite tented suites with outdoor showers and private decks overlooking the floodplains — night drives, walking safaris and extraordinary wildlife in a private conservancy shared by just 16 guests.
Giraffes joining you for breakfast — the most photographed honeymoon experience in Africa. Book the Daisy Room or Garden Room for the most romantic views of the manor grounds.
Nine dramatic open-fronted suites on a clifftop above the Ewaso Nyiro River — each with a private plunge pool and extraordinary views over the northern frontier. Moroccan-inspired design meets Samburu wilderness.
Dramatic stone cottages on the Kuka Hills overlooking the Serengeti — outdoor baths with savannah views, private decks and a very intimate atmosphere. Outstanding migration viewing July–October.
Four private honeymoon retreats on the north coast — completely secluded, each with a private pool, butler and spectacular Mnemba Atoll views. Voted one of Africa's most romantic properties.
A breathtaking private lodge perched above Lake Manyara — canopy walks, walking safaris and boating on the lake. Just eight tents surrounded by fever trees. Extraordinarily romantic.
Africa's most romantic lodge — private pool suites with outdoor showers, a plunge pool and a star bed option under the African sky. World-class Big Five game drives and absolute luxury.
Cantilevered glass-and-steel suites perching above the N'wanetsi River — floor-to-ceiling windows, private decks and extraordinary views. Consistently voted the world's best safari lodge.
A legendary wine estate manor — 11 extraordinary suites, a private pool, cellar tastings and candlelit dinners among the vines. One of South Africa's most romantic country house hotels.
Outstanding wildlife experiences don't have to cost a fortune. These well-run, comfortable safari lodges and camps deliver exceptional game viewing and genuine safari atmosphere at accessible price points.
One of the best-located lodges in the Mara — on a hill with panoramic views over the plains. Well-run, comfortable rooms, a pool and consistently excellent game drive guides.
In the heart of Amboseli with direct Kilimanjaro views from every room — elephants often wander through the gardens. A well-priced classic that delivers outstanding Amboseli experiences.
Perched above Lake Nakuru with flamingo-pink views across the soda lake — a comfortable, well-run lodge with excellent access to rhino, lion and the flamingo flocks below.
A well-positioned, well-run lodge in the central Serengeti — reliable Big Five game drives, a pool and consistent quality at an accessible price point for a Serengeti experience.
On the Ngorongoro crater rim — comfortable rooms with crater views, good food and the perfect base for a full-day crater game drive. Excellent value for the Ngorongoro experience.
Perched on the Rift Valley escarpment above Lake Manyara — extraordinary views over the lake, the flamingos and the valley floor. An ideal starting point for the Tanzania Northern Circuit.
Skukuza, Berg-en-Dal, Lower Sabie — SANParks rest camps within Kruger NP offering self-drive Big Five safari accommodation at South Africa's most accessible price point. An authentic classic.
A well-established private reserve lodge bordering Kruger — Big Five game drives, night drives and guided walks at a more accessible price than the ultra-luxury Sabi Sand alternatives.
South Africa's oldest game reserve — Hluhluwe is where the white rhino was saved from extinction. Hilltop Camp offers spectacular views, malaria-free Big Five and great value.
Our team knows every property personally. Tell us your travel style, budget and wishlist — we'll match you with the perfect accommodation for your safari.