The Cape Grace

Deluxe

Table Bay Hotel

Deluxe

Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Deluxe

The luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa lies where earth, sea, and sky meet poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range in glorious Cape Town, South Africa. This intimate five star Cape Town hotel fully lives up to its stunning location, with exceptional standards of service and relaxed Cape hospitality providing the perfect counterpoint to its dramatic backdrop.

Deluxe guest rooms and spacious suites, two breathtaking pool gardens magically perched above the ocean, the glorious Azure Restaurant accompanying exquisite cuisine, wonderful friendly service with endlessly seductive sea views. The spa's focal point is the indoor hydro pool flanked by a Brine Pool and a Cold Plunge Pool; this area offers the ideal spot from which to quiet the soul, contemplate life and revitalize lost passions. Elegantly flowing outwards from this area is the spa's health bar and pool area. All barely ten minutes from the bustling heart of Cape Town, with nearby attractions including prime diving spots, nature trails, and seals, dolphins, whales and penguins. Breakfast is included.

Mount Nelson Hotel

Deluxe

Nestling at the foot of Table Mountain and set in nine acres of lush gardens, the Mount Nelson Hotel is one of Cape Town's most elegant hotels offering unparalleled tradition, history and luxury. The hotel boasts six individual wings, separated from the main hotel, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities.  All rooms and suites are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, a mini bar fridge, luxurious 100% cotton linen and non-allergenic foam pillows, luxury bathrooms containing amenities, toiletries and bathrobes, sewing kits, padded hangers, opening windows, writing desks, mood lighting, satellite television, AM/FM clock radios, video recorders, electronic safes, hairdryers, bathroom scales, two line touch-dial telephones with data ports and voicemail, international plugs, shaver sockets and shaver mirrors.

Fine dining has long been a tradition at the Mount Nelson Hotel. The award-winning Cape Colony is renowned for its cuisine, prepared with an abundance of fresh local produce and tantalizing spices to surprise and delight the palate. Mediterranean-style al fresco dining is offered in the Oasis Restaurant, and famous Afternoon Teas are served daily in the Lounge. The Planet bar provides the perfect setting for sipping champagne and cocktails under the African night sky.

Enjoy playing tennis on the two all weather hard tennis courts in the hotel grounds, or take a dip in a choice of two heated pools. Tone up in the hotel's gymnasium, or relax and enjoy the extensive beauty treatments in our body care center and hair salon. Breakfast is included.

Bishop's Court

Deluxe
The five star Bishops’ Court is situated in what is arguably Cape Town’s most beautiful and prestigious suburbs, so close to Table Mountain, you’ll want to reach out and touch it. Idyllic, wind free and secure, this luxurious retreat offers great comfort, peace and privacy. Five en-suite rooms (one suite) have stunning mountain views and overlook luscious tranquil gardens, as does the Caribbean style breakfast deck and lounge. All rooms have air conditioning, heated towel rails, satellite TV and private safes. The Bishops' Court is only 10 minutes from the City Centre and V&A Waterfront, five minutes from The Constantia winelands and there is easy access to fabulous beaches of the Indian and Atlantic oceans. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is within walking distance. A heated infinity pool overlooks the tennis court. The unique feature of The Bishops’ Court is the home-spun personalized hospitality offered by its warm genial staff. Lavish breakfasts, all drinks including bespoke wines and premium spirits are included. An in-house chauffeur service is also available to guests.

The Commodore

Superior

The Commodore is situated in the heart of the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This is the place to be in Cape Town, with marvelous shopping, a variety of restaurants, bistros, bars, crafts, fish and produce markets, cinemas, museums, and entertainment center all in a working harbor and on the doorstep of the hotel. The Clipper Restaurant is relaxed but elegant, seating 160 guests, and offers a buffet breakfast and a la carte menu. There is also a cocktail bar and light meals are served on the Terrace. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or work out in the hotel’s gymnasium before relaxing in the steam room. Breakfast is included.

The Portswood

Standard

Situated in the heart of Cape Town's premier tourist attraction, The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront – The Portswood, has a nautical flavor ideally suited to its romantic location. The 102 rooms offer views of both the harbor and the full splendor of Table Mountain, and while the Portswood is just a stroll from the active nightlife and vibrant restaurants of the V&A Waterfront, it is far removed from the actual working harbor to ensure a good night's sleep. There is a pool deck and terrace and a cocktail bar open for refreshments from noon till late. Breakfast is included in your stay.

Protea Hotel President

Standard

Situated on Cape Town's spectacular Platinum Mile, the hotel overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and boasts impeccable service and a variety of facilities. There are 349 well-appointed rooms and suites on the Bantry Bay beach front. All rooms and suites contain a remote control television, hairdryer, telephone, central air conditioning, in room safe and electronic locking devices on all doors. The hotel's a la carte restaurant offers a sophisticated and light Mediterranean ambience. At the end of the day, relax over sundowners on the popular terrace.  The hotel also offers a large swimming pool, hairdressing salon, gymnasium, and jewelry shop. Breakfast is included.

Le Quartier Français

Deluxe

This small, privately owned inn is situated in the French Huguenot valley of Franschhoek, at the head of one of the most beautiful valleys of the Cape Winelands, less than an hour's drive from Cape Town and the airport. All rooms face onto a garden court with a pool. The spacious en suite bedrooms each have fireplace for winter and ceiling fans for summer and feature a comfortable sitting area, and generous beds with Egyptian cotton linen and deep down duvets, while the bathrooms boast separate showers, heated towel rails and brass fixtures. Le Quartier Français Restaurant is known for its innovative Cape Provincial cuisine, country hospitality and fine regional wines – it frequently features in the Top Ten Popular Restaurants in South Africa. Breakfast is included.

Rusthof Country House

Superior (Bed & Breakfast)

This classic Cape Dutch styled home is located in the heart of the historic village of Franschhoek. The scenery is spectacular with magnificent mountains, endless vineyards and shady oak trees that dominate this beautiful valley. Rusthof is an exclusive country house catering to no more than 16 guests, ensuring warm, friendly personal service in gracious and elegant surroundings. Each of the spacious bedrooms has its own unique character, with pure cotton bed linen, tea and coffee facilities and elegant interior décor. All rooms are en suite with separate bath and shower and are fully air conditioned and heated. Breakfast is included.

D'Ouwe Werf

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D'Ouwe Werf is a standard Georgian style inn, in the historic town of Stellenbosch. Established in 1802, South Africa’s oldest existing inn has defined hospitality and fine dining for centuries. Elegance and ambiance are the bywords of this gracious country inn; the stylish Georgian entrance sets the tone for the interior which exudes an atmosphere of charm, where gleaming wood and antiques combine with soft mellow colors.

Each of the 32 rooms are spacious and inviting, individually decorated and are en suite. There are queen, double or twin beds, easy chairs, with comforts including a bar fridge, television, tea and coffee facilities, hairdryers and air conditioning to be found in all the rooms. Luxury bedrooms are exquisitely furnished with period pieces, while classic rooms are of a superior quality, tastefully furnished with reproductions of period furniture. Traditional Cape dishes are a specialty for lunches and dinners, and home-made cakes are served throughout the day in a garden setting. Breakfast is included.

Oudtshoorn

Rosenhof Country House

Deluxe

Located on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn en route to the Cango Caves and Ostrich Farms, this carefully renovated Victorian homestead features a tasteful collection of antique furniture and exudes an authentic aura including old yellowwood beams and ceilings. Stylishly decorated bedrooms are built around the courtyard, are individually furnished and comprise air conditioning, satellite television, telephone and mini bar. The traditional home-cooked country cuisine has a Cordon Bleu touch and guests may select their own special bottle of matured wine from the cellar. The swimming pool is surrounded by a garden of roses and herbs. Breakfast is included.

De Opstal Country Lodge

Superior

This cozy guest house is situated on a working ostrich farm with spectacular views. The lodge consists of a group of typical Little Karoo farm buildings, beautifully restored and fitted with modern conveniences, set in lush, tranquil garden surroundings. The complex has a swimming pool and a rustic restaurant where traditional breakfasts and hearty farm-style dinners are served.

The old stables, old wagon house, old farmhouse, share cropper's cottage, old barn and bungalow have been lovingly restored and furnished tastefully with antiques, Cape cottage furniture, Victoriana and family heirlooms. The tasteful interiors, together with the unique Little Karoo hospitality and personal attention to detail create an atmosphere of intimacy and homeliness that makes one feel immediately welcome. The 20 air conditioned en suite rooms are tastefully furnished with antique and Cape cottage furniture and include television and mini bar.

Protea Riempie Estate

Standard

Situated in a farm-like setting on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, this charming estate is situated moments away from the crocodile and ostrich farms for which the area is famed. There is a grill room and from the area around the swimming pool and the garden, there is a splendid view of the Swartberg Mountains. Each of the 40 thatched chalets provides private bathrooms, hairdryer, individually controlled air conditioning, color television, radio and telephone. Breakfast is included.

Queen’s Hotel

Standard

The Queen's Hotel has been skillfully renovated to recapture the colonial ambiance of a bygone era. The finest of materials were used in the renovations, from the marble and antique furniture collection in the foyer to the gold-plated bedroom door handles. The water features provide welcome relief after a day in the African sun. Tastefully decorated bedrooms have air conditioning, television, clock radio and telephone. The hotel is situated next to the world-famous ostrich museum and is in close proximity to a multitude of restaurants, curio and coffee shops. It boasts an extensive range of services including a tourist information center and travel agency, a professional hairdressing center, a beauty salon, and a wine and deli shop. Breakfast is included.

Knysna

Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa

Deluxe

This hotel enjoys a combination of Indian Ocean, Knysna Lagoon and a diversity of pristine terrain views with the Outeniqua Mountains in the background. The all-suite hotel is built above its own 18-hole championship golf course on Knysna's Eastern head. It is a haven of unhurried calm where service is refined. A cigar bar and 24 hour in-room dining complete the Pezula experience. The 82 suites feature individual climate control, satellite television, DVD player, direct telephone, computer and internet access, plus a pantry kitchen with deli snacks and a well stocked drinks cabinet. Breakfast is included.

Protea Knysna Quays

Superior

Midway along the coastal road between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, in the heart of the Garden Route, is the vibrant town of Knysna, a favorite destination for leisure travelers. Located on the banks of the Knysna Lagoon and facing the sea, this hotel is set in the vibrant waterfront area that hosts a vast selection of restaurants, bars and specialty boutiques. The hotel has a pool and a restaurant and there are shops located right next door. All rooms are decorated in light nautical hues and feature en suite bathroom with separate shower, satellite television and air conditioning. Most rooms offer magnificent views of the lagoon and yacht basin. Breakfast is included.

Knysna Log Inn

Standard

The largest timber structure in the Southern Hemisphere provides a unique accommodation experience in the heart of the Garden Route. Beautiful yellowwood interiors and massive stain glass windows house 57 air conditioned en suite bedrooms which are elegantly furnished. The timber theme throughout the hotel captures the concept and spirit of the surrounding indigenous forests and creates the ambience of being 'In tune with nature'.

Recreational facilities offered at the hotel include a heated swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, set in a secluded manicured garden. There are clothing boutiques, gift and curio shops, a hair and beauty salon and a fast photo lab. Lumberjax, the hotel restaurant serves exceptional food from breakfast through to elegant dining in the evening. Breakfast is included.

Hacklewood Hill Country House

Deluxe

Built in 1898, this Victorian Manor stately residence is set in peaceful and exclusive surroundings in the leafy suburb of Walmer in Port Elizabeth. The property is superbly decorated and exquisitely furnished with antiques, fine fabrics and beautiful paintings. The spacious bedrooms offer unsurpassed luxury in classic country house tradition and include air conditioning and heating. Each bedroom has views of the gardens which teem with bird life. The elegance of the Victorian era is continued in the spacious en suite bathrooms which have separate showers and heated towel rails.

In the quiet privacy of Hacklewood Hill, choose to relax in the beautifully appointed lounge, read in the garden, take an invigorating dip in the pool or enjoy a game of tennis. Hacklewood Hill offers cordon bleu cuisine using only the freshest ingredients and has an impressive and interesting wine collection. Breakfast is included.

Protea Hotel Marine

Superior

Overlooking the sun-drenched sands of Pollock Beach, with sweeping views of Algoa Bay, this hotel is renowned for its quality facilities, personal service and friendly atmosphere. The large reception area is elegantly decorated, offering the first taste of a stay that promises an unforgettable experience in comfort and style. Ideal for leisure travelers, the Protea Hotel Marine offers accommodation in a range of rooms that feature air conditioning, radio, telephone, satellite television, 24-hour room service and hairdryer.

The hotel is within walking distance of safe, sandy beaches, heated swimming pools, a casino and entertainment complex, the famous Oceanarium, Museum and Snake Park, shops and various sporting facilities, including golf.  Your stay includes breakfast.

The Beach Hotel

Standard

Situated on Port Elizabeth's magnificent beachfront where hobies, windsurfers, yachts and surfers abound, this boutique hotel enjoys views of Hobie Beach. The hotel offers an attractive choice of dining venues from fine a la carte dining to casual patio-style meals. Each hotel room has recently been renovated and combined with its ideal location, stylish cuisine and great service you can be assured of a pleasant stay. Breakfast is included.

The Westcliff

Deluxe

Situated in the peaceful northern suburbs of Johannesburg, the Westcliff offers visitors an elegant retreat amidst lush hillside terraces overlooking the Zoological Gardens. This hotel’s hillside setting with cascading, sculpted gardens and elegantly opulent accommodation evoke a bygone era of leisure and refinement. All rooms and suites at the Westcliff offer spectacular views over the city's northern suburbs and are luxuriously appointed. The extravagantly sized rooms and suites all feature over-sized marble bathrooms and most have a private balcony overlooking the zoological gardens or the estate’s charming cobbled courtyards. The hotel also offers a wide range of amenities including an intimate restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge, a first class tennis court, heated swimming pools, fully equipped gymnasium, and health and beauty salon. Breakfast is included.

InterContinental Airport Sun

Deluxe

The Michelangelo

Superior

Over the heart of Nelson Mandela Square, towers the majestic Michelangelo - the perfect vantage from which to observe the entertainment and corporate capital of Africa. Become immersed in the culture and breakneck pace of Sandton. Beautiful Renaissance-inspired décor is featured throughout the hotel and the private suites. . Each room has a private bathroom and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. The fitness center with a heated and covered pool, grassed sun deck and steam bath, will assuage the senses. Breakfast is included.

Protea Hotel Balalaika

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Established in 1949, the Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton is a privately owned hotel set in the heart of Sandton. This hotel offers a superb blend of the latest hotel technology and a tranquil country ambience. This stylish 330-bedroomed property has private gardens and two swimming pools creating a tranquil atmosphere. Each room is richly appointed with cherry wood furnishings, a bathroom en suite with separate shower and a stocked mini bar.

The Rosebank Hotel

Standard

This property combines classical elegance and a tranquil, relaxed atmosphere. The hotel is situated in the prestigious suburb of Rosebank, part of Greater Sandton, in Gauteng, South Africa. Rosebank is conveniently located near the major centers of Johannesburg, Sandton and Randburg, easily accessible from Midrand and Pretoria, and 30 minutes from Johannesburg International Airport. The rooms are comfortable and offer satellite television with movie pay channels, in room safe, telephone, computer modem point, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Three shopping malls and the renowned African Craft Market are within a few minutes walk from the hotel – providing guests with a wide variety of curio and craft shops, gift shops, art galleries, clothing boutiques, chain stores, restaurants, cinemas and entertainment.  Breakfast is included.

The Palace of the Lost City

Deluxe

The Palace of the Lost City is a combination of supreme luxury with a stunning ambience. The craftsmen who are said to have fashioned the amazing Palace paid tribute to both art and nature in soaring columns and intricate mosaics capturing elegant sable and winged cranes in bronze and stone and celebrating the elephant with a life size sculpture. Each of the 338 luxurious rooms and suites offer royal hospitality with wonderful views over water or jungle and intricately hand-carved furnishings which reflect the flora and fauna of Africa.

Bathe in the grand pool or stroll down to the Royal Baths in the Valley of the Waves, sip a cocktail at the poolside or in the Tusk Bar and dine in splendor in the Crystal Court or Villa Del Palazzo.  The Palace lies at the heart of the Sun City Resort which offers 24 hour fun and entertainment. Breakfast is included.

Cascades Hotel

Superior

Tumbling waters flowing through a lush tropical forest give The Cascades its name and position it as one of the most sought-after hotels at Sun City. Each air-conditioned room at The Cascades is filled with the warm and rich tones of nature and faces onto the lush, verdant tropical gardens. Dine by candlelight at the Peninsula Restaurant and Bar, or enjoy a lighter fare at the Grotto Restaurant. Unwind by meandering through the aviary or sip a long, cool refresher while relaxing next to the sparkling pool. For a little more excitement, there's plenty of fun happening at Trader Horn's Action Bar. The Lost City Entertainment Center also has a number of cinemas, restaurants, coffee shops, and fast food outlets. Tumbling waters flowing through a lush tropical forest give this hotel its name and position it as one of the most sought-after hotels at Sun City.

Sun City Hotel

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In the heart of the rugged bushveld, overlooking a pleasant, green valley and surrounded by a protective ring of mountains is the Sun City Hotel. Overlooking the internationally acclaimed Gary Player Golf Course, this hotel is home to the Sun City Casino. The ambience of the hotel is one of glamorous sophistication tastefully combined with magical fantasy. The rooms and suites are spacious and inviting and are designed to create a private retreat of comfort and tranquility. All rooms either face the golf course or pool area, with gardens stretching down to Sun City's exciting Waterworld. There are 5 restaurants to choose from offering anything from Asian to African specialties. Enjoy thrilling novelty acts, glamorous dancers and magic and illusion in the Sun City Theater.

Singita Boulders Lodge

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Deluxe

Boulders Lodge towers over the landscape, a monolith of curving thatch and piled stone that joins seamlessly with the rocky geometry that holds it to the earth. Senufo artifacts and bold sculpture offset smooth linen in blue and silent white, as cascading water cools the summer air. Boulders Lodge rests on the banks of the Sand River in the heart of the Singita Private Game Reserve, unlocking the senses to views that stretch to the edges of the imagination. All suites feature magnificent stone bathrooms and bedrooms that encapsulate in luxury. Quiet, simple and luxurious, moments spent on the vast sundecks at Boulders Lodge will leave guests at the mercy of the breathtaking wild distance.

On the banks of the Sand River, this lodge offers stylish, world-class air conditioned accommodation, outstanding cuisine, and personalized service. Dip into the private plunge pool on your secluded wooden deck, or enjoy a unique African shopping experience in Singita's craft boutique filled with original African artworks. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Singita Ebony Lodge

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Deluxe

Ebony Lodge languishes in a cool silence in the shade of jackalberry trees on the bank of the Sand River, in the heart of the Sabi Sands Reserve. Ebony Lodge is man's love affair with Africa, timeworn colonial furniture and ethnic craft merge with vibrant hand-woven fabrics and relics collected from the land – a tribute to nature's eternal struggle. The suites at Singita Ebony are places of quiet contemplation, where the silence and solitude is measured only by the harmony of the forest and plains beyond. Each suite has a fireplace, lavish bathroom and outdoor shower, mini bar, personal safe, private leisure deck, and private plunge pool. Ebony Lodge is the epitome of the luxury safari experience, combining quality and simple refinement to define the wonder of the wild. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Singita Lebombo Lodge

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Deluxe

Poised over one of Africa's most dramatic landscapes in the Kruger National Park's glorious southeast, Lebombo Lodge is set against a country that is abundant in water, antelope and big cats, with colors that shift with the changing seasons. Lebombo Lodge was created as a transient witness to the land, constructed of steel, glass and wood in reverence to the African expanse before it. Walkways snake their way along a ridge dotted with surreal euphorbia that praise the sky, at Singita Lebombo the lofts clasp like eagles' nests to the mountainside. Sparsely adorned spaces created of wall-to-wall glass; the suites are places of interaction with a wilderness that echoes to the soul. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Royal Malewane

Near Timbavati Game Reserve

Deluxe

Luxury, in its purest form transcends both the material and the sensual. It is a pannier for the soul, suspended quietly in space and time, high above life's familiar course. The joys of a bygone era await at Royal Malewane, situated on a private reserve within the greater Kruger Area in South Africa. Accommodating a maximum of 20 guests in the utmost colonial splendor, Royal Malewane is an exclusive getaway for those who value privacy, personalized service and exceptional game viewing.

Each of the eight freestanding and private suites rests in harmony with its magnificent surroundings with a rich deck wood terrace, thatched gazebo and spillway pool finding easy residence in nature. The colonial style of the lodge is especially visible inside the suites, which feature a palatial air conditioned bedroom/sitting room with a fireplace, antique furniture and canopied king size bed as well as an extravagant bathroom with a window side Victorian bath and indoor and outdoor showers. The suites’ luxurious interior appointments draw inspiration from the grand colonial ethos; neo-classical refuge in the raw uncompromising bush. After a long day of exhilarating game viewing, journey into dream's domain draped in Ralph Lauren linen, as the lion roars echo through a window of stars.

The main camp complex is the heart of Royal Malewane. African thatched-roof buildings house the library, shop, dining and reception areas. Furnished with rich antiques and Persian carpets, every fitting creates the feel of original colonial elegance. There is a gym and spa facility offering health and skincare therapy by internationally qualified in-house therapists. Enjoy a treatment at the luxurious spa or in the sala, with nature as the backdrop. All meals (including alcohol) and game activities are included.

Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Pilanesberg National Park

Deluxe

The lodge is nestled in the basin of an ancient amphitheatre divided by riverine woodlands and elephant trails. Each of the 60 double suites features en suite bathroom, mini bar, air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities. The central facility offers a swimming pool, bar, dining room, boma, reception and curio shop. The spa offers a variety of body, skin and beauty treatments to unwind and relax the mind and body in the majestic surroundings. Sweeping patios provide the ideal venue for delicious breakfasts and light luncheons with the boma reserved for fire-side dinners. Game drive vehicles on your South Africa safari are custom built ten seater vehicles, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable game drive experience. The park is home to a wide variety of general game including the Big Five, black and white rhino, cheetah and wild dog. All meals and game activities are included.

Phinda Rock Lodge

Phinda Game Reserve

Deluxe

Nestled below the Lebombo Mountains of Northern KwaZulu-Natal, Phinda is a Zulu word meaning "the return". In one of the biggest reintroductions of game in Africa, Phinda was restocked with lion, rhino, buffalo, elephant, leopard, giraffe and other big game in an operation dubbed "phinda izilwane", return of the wild animals. Accommodation at Phinda is unique. There are 6 suites suspended from the side of a rocky cliff. Each suite has a spacious bedroom with bath, shower, twin hand basins and separate toilet. All suites have their own private sitting area, personal bar, plunge pool and deck offering unrivalled views of spectacular Leopard Rock and the valley. The guest dining and sitting areas have imposing fireplaces and open out onto a shaded deck with sweeping views of the Lebombo Mountains and bushveld below and beyond. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Phinda Mountain Lodge

Phinda Game Reserve

Deluxe

Phinda Mountain Lodge lies within the 15 000 hectares of Phinda Private Game Reserve, in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The lodge has 20 air conditioned suites each with en suite bathroom comprising bath, shower, separate toilet and hand basins. All suites have a sitting area, personal bar and private deck offering spectacular views. Between exciting game drives, bird watch from the pool deck, or simply relax in the lodge’s comfortable sitting area with its great vaulted ceiling and enormous fireplace. The guest dining and sitting areas, shaded terrace and bar open onto decks with spectacular views of the Lebombo Mountains and bushveld. Additional facilities include an African crafts shop, a dramatic open-air boma, shaded swimming pool and lookout deck. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Phinda Vlei Lodge

Phinda Game Reserve

Deluxe

Nestled below the Lebombo Mountains of Northern KwaZulu-Natal, Phinda is a Zulu word meaning "the return". In one of the biggest reintroductions of game in Africa, Phinda was restocked with lion, rhino, buffalo, elephant, leopard, giraffe and other big game in an operation dubbed "phinda izilwane", return of the wild animals. Enjoy the inviting and stylishly designed sitting and dining areas with fireplaces and relax and dine on superb Pan-African cuisine. View game and observe the serenity of the South African wilderness from your private deck.

Intimate and elegant, Vlei Lodge consists of six stilted glass and thatch suites situated in the rare Dry Sand Forest. Each suite features an en suite bathroom with twin hand basins, dressing rooms, bath, separate shower and separate toilet. All suites have a personal bar on the deck and private plunge pools which overlook the vlei (wetland system) where you’re likely to observe herds of grazing antelope, zebra and a dazzling variety of birdlife. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Phinda Forest Lodge

Phinda Game Reserve

Deluxe

Phinda Forest Lodge lies within the 15 000 hectares/3 800 acres of Phinda Private Game Reserve, in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Phinda neighbors the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site – to the east and is only 19 miles due west of the white-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean. Exquisite architectural design meets conservation in these luxurious hand-crafted suites. Set deep in the heart of a rare Dry Sand Forest, the lodge comprises 16 private stilted suites, a sparkling rim flow swimming pool, luxurious dining and sitting areas, and an expansive viewing deck with panoramic views of the game filled plains. The suites are situated to ensure absolute privacy and each bathroom features twin hand basins, bath, separate shower and separate toilet. All suites have a personal bar on their private veranda. All suites are air conditioned and appear to float between the rare Dry Sand Forest floor and the towering torchwood trees. All meals (including alcohol), laundry service and game activities are included.

Jock's Safari Lodge

Kruger National Park

Deluxe

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Superior
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is an unspoilt part of Africa ecologically and geographically integrated with the adjacent Kruger National Park. It is situated within one of the oldest and largest proclaimed private reserves – the renowned Sabi Sand Wildtuin.  All lodges are unfenced and there are no fences between ourselves and other reserves, allowing wildlife to roam freely and giving guests the ultimate safari experience.

This lodge is set in the heart of the Sabi Sabi bushveld overlooking a water hole and an African plain. Each air conditioned thatched suite features exquisite ethnic décor in keeping with the local environment. All suites include fans, hairdryers, in room safes, telephone, mini bar and inside and outside showers. The lodge has Internet access for guests wishing to stay in contact electronically. The lodge features artistically designed open courtyards with spectacular wooden carvings by renowned South African sculptors, created from wood salvaged from the bushveld. Savor the sumptuous cuisine around roaring boma fires under a labyrinth of stars. All meals and game activities are included.

Ngala Main Camp

Timbavati Game Reserve

Superior

The lodge is situated along the banks of the Timbavati River where the savanna blurs into the Mopane woodlands. This gracious, colonial-style safari lodge is set in Ngala’s extraordinary African wilderness and features 20 thatched cottages with en suite bathrooms and private verandahs; there is a romantic ambience complemented with nostalgic safari memorabilia. The main thatched dining, bar and sitting areas are open to the African bushveld, and the large swimming pool looks out over a busy waterhole where elephants are frequently sighted. Delicious Pan-African cuisine is served in the candle and lantern lit courtyard or in the dramatic boma (outdoor dining area). Exceptional bush banqueting is enjoyed in spectacular settings in the African wilderness. The game viewing experience is complemented by other activities such as guided star gazing trips, bird watching, moonlit bush dinners, private bush breakfasts and relaxing by the swimming pool.  All meals and game activities are included.

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

Pilanesberg National Park

Superior

Mother Nature and civilization meet in perfect harmony at Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge. Located on the slopes of an ancient volcano, the lodge offers you all the amenities of a prime resort on the doorstep of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. An ancient alkaline volcano fashioned the very hills that Kwa Maritane stands on today; its name literally means 'Place of the Rock'.  From here, you can look out over the infinite plains adjacent to the Pilanesberg National Park – an area rich in wildlife and hosting around 365 species of birds. All rooms have individual air conditioning, private bathrooms with a shower, tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast and dinner is included.

Djuma Bush Lodge

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

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'Djuma' means 'roar of the lion' and this unique wood-and-thatch structure offers magnificent views of the African savanna from its upper deck. Each of the 8 thatched en suited bedrooms is air conditioned and situated in the indigenous gardens. A double-story dining and recreation area with a bar offers welcoming surroundings in which to relax after cooling off in the pool. The safari experience is unique in that concentration is not only on spotting the Big Five, but also learning about the history of the reserve and how the Tsongas once lived on the land alongside the animals. All meals and game activities are included.

Tanda Tula

Timbavati Game Reserve

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With a handful of visitors, a limited number of game viewing vehicles, and no fences between the Kruger National Park and Timbavati the words 'private', 'secluded' and 'tranquil' best describe a stay here. En suited tents with private timber decks overlooking the riverbed are set in lush riverine vegetation. Each tent has a Victorian bath and outdoor shower, standing fans and mosquito netting. Activities include twice daily game drives in open-sided game-viewing vehicles and bush walks. Partake in stargazing in the riverbed, set out on an animal tracking adventure or spend time bird watching. Guest areas include thatched lounge, open-air dining areas and swimming pool. Afternoons spent around the pool are popular whilst the highlight of each evening is the open-air dinners served around the log fires in the traditional boma or barbecue style at the riverbed. All meals and game activities are included.

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesberg National Park

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Surrounding a hippo pool in the wildlife paradise of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, Bakubung offers a unique ecotourist experience. The 76 air conditioned, thatched roof, studio rooms and 66 chalets curve into a horse-shoe around the outside entertainment areas, huddling visitors in cozy intimacy. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, television, direct dial telephone, electric shaving plugs, a hair dryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Set out on an African safari into the Pilanesberg National Park. Either brave it on foot, or seek asylum from the sun under the canopy of a game viewing vehicle. Share wildlife experiences at a blazing campfire, whilst marveling at the spectacle of innumerable stars at the exclusive Boma Lapa in the park. Breakfast, dinner and one game drive per day are included.

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