Safari HolidaysNo trip to Southern Africa would be complete without visiting one of the many wonderful game reserves. Each safari destination we feature has its own unique advantage that makes it worth visiting and each lodge has been carefully chosen to offer comfort, good food and excellent guiding.
Safari Destinations
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| South Africa |
| Eastern Cape Game Reserve |
| Kruger National Park |
| Sabi Sands |
| KwaZulu Natal |
| Botswana |
| Okavango Delta |
| Chobe |
| Namibia |
| Sossusvlei |
| Etosha National Park |
South Africa
These reserves are Malaria-free and are growing in popularity for those looking for a great gaming experience without having to take the required tablets.The biggest reserve is the Greater Addo National Park (best known for its large elephant herds as well as for the rest of the ‘Big Five’), and Shamwari which is world famous for both its game drives and its important conservational work.
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Blaauwbosch 5* Game Lodge Beautifully situated in the foothills of the Winterhoek Mountains, 110 kilometres from Port Elizabeth, Blaauwbosch is a small and delightful private game reserve run with passion by Craig and Gill Cunningworth. A perfect place to relax, the thatched lodge has the feel of the camps of old and includes the bar and the excellent restaurant. From £146 per person per night, incl. full board & game drives. |
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Kruger National Park and the private game reserves that adjoin it, provide some of the best game viewing in the world. This huge area is bounded by the Crocodile River in the South and the Limpopo to the North and is home to an enormous variety of animals and birds – the ‘Big Five’ are rarely missed.
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Jocks Safari Lodge Jock Safari was the first private lodge to be located within the unspoilt wilderness of Kruger National Park and makes a good choice for those who prefer old world elegance to modern, contemporary design.. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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The Madikwe Game Reserve in the north of South Africa, close to the Botswana border, covers 75,000 hectares of open grassland, rolling hills and riverside forest along the tranquil Marico River. The area is home to the ‘Big Five’ and a myriad of other animal and bird species including the African wild dog after its successful reintroduction.
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Sabi Sabi One of the first private game reserves, Sabi Sabi has developed an enviable reputation for superb game drives with a focus on the protection of the wilderness. With their three lodges, Sabi Sabi has developed a fascinating expression of ‘Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow’. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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A staggering diversity of ecosystems in Maputuland mean that there are superb opportunities to see a wide variety of animals in their natural environment – if you are looking for a true ecological ‘wilderness’ experience then a visit here is highly recommended.
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Thanda Private Game Reserve 5* Lodge The lodge combines the most modern facilities with Zulu design – the traditional homestead of Vula Zulu borders Thanda and so this is a great place to experience Zulu customs and see Impi warriors performing age-old dancing rituals. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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Botswana
The Okavango Delta is one of the worlds most spectacular and unusual wilderness areas.From June to October, the delta teems with wildlife which is best observed from native dugout canoes known as ‘mokoros’. The area is not easy to access and so remains remarkable unspoilt and offers a unique, as well as a tranquil wilderness experience.
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Chiefs Camp Chiefs Camp is a luxury bush lodge situated on Chief ’s Island in the Moremi Game Reserve. Shaded from the heat of the day by a grove of jackal trees, the remote thatched lodge has been skillfully integrated into the landscape. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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The north eastern part of Botswana is centered round the Chobe National Park, a vast landscape of open plains and baobab trees and home to 45,000 elephants – the largest single concentration in Africa. The majestic Victoria Falls are close by and can be combined easily in a twin-centre holiday; the falls can also be visited on a day trip from Chobe.
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Chobe Chilwero Lodge Deep in the heart of the grasslands of northern Botswana lies Chobe Chilwero, an intimate and luxurious lodge, with a delightful lounge overlooking the watercourses. Chilwero offers some of the region’s best cuisine as well as an impressive collection of fine wines. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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Namibia
This magnificent conservation area has such incredible diversity and is the most photographed area in Namibia. From the monumentally high dunes, where the colours at dawn are breathtaking, through the Naukluft Mountains and their rare Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra, to the unusual botany, it is a must.
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Little Kulala Wilderness Camp 5* This is Wilderness Safaris’ flagship camp and sits within its own extensive private reserve. It is located on the dry Auab riverbed overlooking a floodlit waterhole and offers superb views of the Sossusvlei dunes, vast open plains and the Namib Mountains in the distance. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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The definitive feature of the Etosha National Park is the Etosha Pan, a vast shallow depression which is a bleak expanse for most of the year. On the fringes are waterholes which attract elephant, lion, herds of zebra and antelope and the park is also home to 340 species of bird.
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Ongava Lodge 5* Classic Wilderness Camp Ongava Private Game Reserve borders the southern boundary of the gamerich Etosha National Park and is home to the Ongava Lodge which is run by Wilderness Safaris. The lodge has excellent views over the reserve from its elevated position amongst boulders in the foothills of the Ondundozanandana Range. 2 day safari from £294 per person. |
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