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Nambwa Tented Lodge

Nambwa Tented Lodge, uniquely situated inside the Bwabwata National Park in the heart of KAZA, nestled high amongst majestic trees, honoring the elephants’ right of way below.

An authentic walkway joins decadently spacious tented suites, which emanate a feeling of vastness and evoke a gentle balance of serenity.

Our unquenchable desire to create memorable African experiences takes you on foot, by boat or vehicle, up close and personal with some of the biggest herds of elephants that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa.

Soak up the breathtaking sunsets over the infamous Horseshoe Lagoon with animals silhouetted in purple hues over the water. An exclusive night drive takes you back home where a bubble bath awaits you.

Mukwa River Lodge

Nestled along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, Mukwa River Lodge is an intimate, family-owned retreat just 20 minutes from the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Designed with classic sophistication and timeless elegance, the lodge blends the grandeur of a bygone era with modern-day luxuries. Guests can indulge in five-star service, exquisite dining, and the serenity of the African wilderness, all while enjoying the f inest comforts. Every detail is carefully curated, from the refined décor to the personalized experiences, making Mukwa River Lodge a true sanctuary of bush chic indulgence.

At Mukwa River Lodge, dining is more than a meal—it is a celebration of flavour, season, and place. Our menus are crafted with the same passion and precision found in Michelin-starred kitchens, offering a culinary journey that delights the senses and tells the story of the Zambezi and the local Zambian people.

Much of what you taste begins just steps from your table, in our organic gardens where seasonal herbs, vegetables, and fruits are nurtured by hand. We proudly support local markets, sourcing the freshest produce to complement our homegrown harvests.
Every loaf of bread and every scoop of creamy, indulgent ice cream is made onsite, ensuring unmatched freshness and authenticity. From sunrise breakfasts overlooking the mighty Zambezi river to starlit dinners under the African sky in our Boma, each dish reflects our commitment to sustainability, artistry, and unforgettable flavour.

Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve

Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve rests at the foot of the Sneeuberg Mountain Range in South Africa’s dynamic Karoo region. This is a place of sweeping panoramas and undulating escarpments, extraordinary plant and animal diversity and a deeply rooted cultural heritage – from its early Bushmen dwellers to its Dutch settlers.

The reserve is home to white rhino, cape buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, mountain zebra, a host of antelope and an abundance of birds.

If remote R&R is what you need, then the on-site spa and the constantly evolving menu of wholesome, locally inspired, refined cuisine, will do wonders for body and soul.

Accommodation is in three beautifully restored, gracious gabled manors, each with spacious gardens and swimming pools, and one with an additional secluded cottage.

The conservation levy is currently:

R380 per adult per night/day
R175 per child per night/day

Motswari Private Game Reserve

An African dream beckons – one that is defined by extraordinary scenery, an authentic atmosphere and warm hospitality. Guests arrive as visitors and leave as friends. This is Motswari Private Game Reserve, a family-owned and operated luxury safari lodge. Here, majestic creatures, including the Big Five, offer incredible viewing opportunities as they bask in their natural habitat. Motswari means “to conserve and protect” in Tswana and that is what the reserve aims to do.

Motswari Private Game Reserve, located within the Timbavati and Umbabat Private Nature Reserve, stretches out over 150 square kilometres. It has been in existence for over four decades and its friendly staff members are intrinsic to its success. Great emphasis is placed on personal attention, ensuring that each guest instantly feels at home in this stunning setting. Artworks by owner, Marion Geiger-Orengo, additionally bring the lodge to life and add to its visual appeal.

Mosaic Lagoon Lodge

Hidden amongst ancient milkwood trees, discover a place of extraordinary beauty for contemplation and adventure. Tucked away near the picturesque village of Stanford, Mosaic is the Cape’s answer to the luxury African sanctuary lodge.

One of South Africa’s finest hidden gems on the Cape Whale Coast, Mosaic is on the Hermanus Lagoon, by the pristine Walker Bay Beach on the Atlantic and has magnificent views of the Overberg Mountains. Mosaic is a boutique guest resort where luxury is laced with earthly beauty and heavenly night skies.

As the name suggests, Mosaic offers the most multifaceted experience in the area with 376 hectares of conservation land and over 1 km of frontage on the beautiful Hermanus Lagoon. Activities at Mosaic include being immersed in awesome fynbos flowers and bird-life of the Cape Floral Kingdom, lagoon cruises, stunning beaches, fascinating marine life and some of the world’s most beautiful wine lands. This is topped off with warm smiling staff serving fresh cuisine paired with delicious South African wine. Mosaic is also centrally located to whale watching, marine tours, shark cage diving and exploring the Overberg Wine Region, and the perfect location for nature and activity lovers.

For the ultimate private getaway, LAGOON LODGE captures the essence of tranquillity with just six safari style suites woven into an ancient milkwood grove. A pampered stay here is all-inclusive of meals, adventure activities and house beverages/wine/beer/spirits. Relaxing massage, skin and nail treatments can be indulged in at the Milkwood Spa (either indoor or outdoor), using organic Kalahari Lifestyle products (additional charges apply).

After a touch of bird watching from a secluded veranda, head down the boardwalks under a canopy of trees to the plunge pool overlooking the mountains and lagoon, where favourite water birds can be spotted. Drinks and meals are shared outdoors or in the dining room by a fireplace that will warm one’s soul.

The cuisine at Mosaic is fresh, delicious and the creative mastery of our chef, our baker, our gardener, and local producers. Breakfast is a hearty fare with freshly baked muffins, homemade jams, fresh fruit and a hot meal. Lunch is served gourmet outdoors or around blazing fires when there is a chill in the air. Sumptuous dinners are prepared by the chef and built around organic vegetables from the garden and local seasonal ingredients…and best paired with fine local South African wine from the Mosaic cellar!

And as evening falls, exquisite colours of the sun setting over the lagoon and the glorious expanse of the star-filled South African sky are witnessed.

Morukuru Owners House

Morukuru Family Madikwe consists of three exclusive-use safari houses, situated in a private concession inside the malaria free Madikwe Game reserve. Madikwe is one of the largest game reserves in South Africa, offering a premier Big 5 safari and wildlife destination.

Morukuru Owner’s House is a 2-bedroom luxury house on the banks of the Marico River and is ideal for smaller families or couples looking for privacy and exclusivity. Each bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with separate bath and shower as well as double vanity units. A large living room and dining area, as well as wrap around veranda, sunken firepit and private swimming pool complete the experience.

All meals, drinks and activities are included, as well as the use of a private game-drive vehicle. Guests at Morukuru Owner’s House can also book the sleep-out experience, at no additional costs.

Federal Air offers daily shuttle flights between OR Tambo Airport and Madikwe East Airstrip, alternatively a road transfer from Johannesburg to Madikwe takes 4,5 hours.

Morukuru Owner’s House is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Morukuru Ocean House

Cocooned in luxury, adrift in your own 5-bedroom oceanfront home within the 36 000-ha De Hoop Nature Reserve. Often cited as one of the most exquisite coastal reserves in South Africa, De Hoop offers 51km of pristine white beaches and dunes lapped by a warm Indian ocean, as well as limestone cliffs, rock pools, wetlands, coastal fynbos and home to more than 260 species of birds.

Morukuru Ocean House, 100% off-grid, also offers a bird’s eye view of the continent’s greatest whale nursery, as Southern Right whales migrate to the shallow coastal basins off the Overberg Coast for the calving and nursing season from mid-July to November. In short, Morukuru Ocean House offers access to some of the continent’s most undiscovered gems, able to satisfy visitors’ craving exclusivity, yet providing some of the most productive wildlife interactions in Southern Africa.

Morukuru Ocean House, proud member of Relais & Chateaux, can accommodate 10 adults & 2 children under 16 (all ages are welcome!)

The 4 double ocean facing rooms with floor to ceiling glass dooors overlooking the ocean all have their own en suite bathrooms. The 5th east facing bedroom offers partial ocean views as well as dune views. The interior design of all 5 rooms is inspired by the wonderful fynbos vegetation that surrounds the house and it is of the highest quality.

Morukuru Ocean House offers guest amazing views, top service, a wide range of activities and 100% privacy.

Guests at Morukuru Ocean House can enjoy the famous ‘Morukuru Freedom Concept‘: no schedules!

A sparkling pool, delicious food, lovely drinks served by your personal butler, your own private kitchen with chef, open plan lounge areas, dining areas, garden with amazing views, romantic fireplaces & lots more.

Molori Safari Lodge

Molori Safari is situated in the 75 000-hectare, malaria-free and game-rich Madikwe Game Reserve.

It is recognised throughout the world as one of South Africa’s most luxurious and exclusive game lodges. Recently nominated in the Top 3 Resorts in South Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards, Molori offers the well-heeled guest a bespoke luxury safari experience. The lodge renowned for its bold and eclectic aesthetic, has recently updated its interiors and expanded its contemporary art collection to include headline artists, adding a new dimension to its safari offering. The expanded art collection featuring artists such as Norman Catherine, Lady Skollie and Edoardo Villa, among others, has added another dimension to this exclusive lodge’s guest experience. The lodge comprises five large, uber-chic, magnificently appointed suites, all of which have floor to ceiling glass retractable doors that allow breath taking views of an expansive valley and mountain range. Each suite is large and well placed, allowing guests absolute privacy. The Molori interiors can be described as an intentional eclectic, high fashion and art experience, unexpected in the African bush. As the lodge comprises only five suites and eight bedrooms, it is the perfect exclusive use destination for international celebrities, presidents and royal families who are among the well-heeled, discerning travellers that visit Molori.

Misava Safari Camp

Peering out over the serene Klaserie River, Misava Safari Camp offers breath-taking views across the African savannah. Featuring four elegant garden-view rooms and two opulent villas overlooking the river, each luxury suite is complete with its own private deck area. Perfect for couples and honeymooners looking for a romantic getaway, relaxation and exclusivity is at the heart of this lodge. Take a dip in the infinity pool or simply immerse yourself with a good read in our comfortable library. Intimate and tastefully decorated interiors complement the beauty of the African bush, allowing guests to revive and indulge in all that Misava has to offer.

A contemporary wooden veranda complete with infinity pool, day beds and dining area overlooking the unimpeded views of the African bushveld form the main attraction at Misava Safari Camp. Indulge in superior luxury as elephants, monkeys and buffalo take a drink in the Klaserie river below. Quench your thirst at our chic open-air bar for an inclusive selection of South African wines and cocktails or share stories around an open fire under the starlit night sky.

Spacious yet warmly decorated, the main lodge comprises a stylish lounge and library area, ideal for unwinding with a good book or movie on a cool winter’s evening. Whatever the weather, our highly trained chefs, spa therapist and friendly staff are always on hand to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Only an hour’s drive from Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport, Misava Safari Camp is easily accessible with daily flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Meno a Kwena

The safari never really stops at Meno a Kwena, a hidden gem perched on a rocky clifftop above Botswana’s Boteti River on the edge of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. From this lofty vantage point, the ten tents look down on a menagerie of animals at the water below. Elephants move slowly down the riverbanks, antelope come to drink, and predators are never far behind. It’s one of those rare places where some of the best game viewing happens without even leaving camp.

Between April and November the Boteti becomes the stage for one of Africa’s great wildlife spectacles as thousands of zebra arrive as part of the continent’s second-largest migration. From the deck, the pool, or your private veranda, guests can watch the drama unfold below.

There’s plenty to explore beyond the clifftop too. Guests can head out on game drives along the Boteti River and into the Makgadikgadi landscape, take day trips onto the vast salt pans, walk with San bushmen to learn the ancient survival skills of the desert, or enjoy boat trips along the river when water levels allow. Just under two hours by road from Maun, Meno a Kwena is easily accessible and works particularly well for families or small groups travelling together. The camp itself embraces the spirit of a classic safari: ten traditional Meru-style tents set along the cliff edge, simple yet stylish, with sweeping views across the river valley.

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