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Over the last 10 years Southern Africa Travel and the Giltedge Group has established a network of only the best Hotels, Lodges, boutique hotels and guest houses in South and East Africa. Our Experts have selected lodges, hotels and unique luxury accommodations that offer incredible experiences. Feel free to ask us for up-to-the-minute recommendations tailored to your specific accommodation preferences.
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Elephant Valley Lodge is a tented lodge that overlooks an attractive waterhole in the Kasane Forest Reserve, bordering the Chobe National Park in Botswana.
The luxury Elephant Valley Lodge is a tented safari camp set in the Lesoma Valley of the Kasane Forest Reserve between Botswana’s Okavango Delta and Chobe regions.
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With a reputation for excellence in both luxury accommodation and personalised service, the exclusive private retreat of Ellerman House is perfectly placed overlooking cosmopolitan Cape Town. With its understated stylish decor, on-site spa, gymnasium and swimming pool, you might not want to leave but when you do, the many attractions of Cape Town are on your doorstep.
Ellerman House is exquisitely located on the slopes of Lions Head in the prestigious suburb of Bantry Bay. The vistas of the sea and mountains from the rolling lawns and the heated pool of this historic mansion are virtually unsurpassed in Cape Town.
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Spend your days on game drives or walks in the luxury accommodation of Elsa's Kopje in the Meru National Park region of Kenya. Keep an eye out for rhino (both black and white), the mighty elephant, buffalo and predators such as the lion, cheetah and leopard.
The luxury safari accommodation offered by Elsa’s Kopje is located on the slopes of Mugwangho Hill, in Kenya’s Meru National Park.
Kinna airstrip is a 45-minute drive from the lodge and daily flights arrive from Nairobi Wilson Airport via Nanyuki. Private charters can operate into Mughwango Airstrip 5 minutes’ drive from the lodge and there is a helicopter pad which is a 2 minute drive from the lodge.
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Enjoy the magical atmosphere offered at the luxury Erongo Wilderness Lodge on the Diamond Coast of Namibia. Stay in luxury tented bungalows, up on stilts and revel in the abundant bird, animal and plant life found in the vicinity.
Erongo Wilderness Lodge is 13 kilometres from the town of Omaruru; approximately 2.5 hours drive from Windhoek, Namibia.
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Stay in style at the decadent Essque Zalu Zanzibar, a luxury accommodation experience designed to ensure that your every vacation wish is fulfilled on the beautiful island of Zanzibar from the stylish rooms, creative cuisine to outdoor activities and tours.
The luxury Essque Zalu Zanzibar is set on the north eastern side of Zanzibar Island just off the coast of Tanzania. You can fly in on the many scheduled flights from the mainland or fly there directly; please contact us for more information about travelling to Zanzibar.
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Enjoy the lavish hospitality on offer at the exclusive Etali Safari Lodge set deep in the African bush in one of the country’s richest game areas. Eco-friendly architecture blends into the pristine natural surroundings while inside the rooms you will be spoilt with luxury touches. Great food and fabulous experiences await you here.
Etali Safari Lodge is located in the Madikwe Game reserve in the North West Province. This is 75 000 hectares of Malaria-free bushveld which brings awesome game-viewing of the Big Five .
There are also wonderful birding opportunities and the geology and vegetation will stir the imagination.
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A luxury getaway to KwaZulu-Natal’s evocative coastline, Etali Villa offers exclusive upmarket accommodation in spacious rooms that all overlook the beautiful Indian Ocean. Cook for yourself or book a private chef and concierge to get the most out of your luxury stay at this gorgeous destination.
This attractive coastal retreat is found in Trafalgar, a small town on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, south of San Lameer and only 15 minutes’ drive north of the popular Wild Coast Sun.
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Etosha Aoba Lodge promises visitors a sensory feast from the luxury accommodation, fine dining options to the game watching opportunities and other activities available in this magnificent part of Namibia.
Etosha Aoba Lodge is 10 kilometres from the Von Lindequist Gate on the eastern side of the Etosha National Park and is accessible by road. Alternatively a convenient alternative is to fly to Mokuti, just 20 kilometres from the lodge.
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Base yourself in one of Nairobi's finest luxury accommodation establishments, the Fairmont's Norfolk Hotel. It has been a gathering spot for safari adventurers since the early 1900s and remains today one of the classiest and most atmospheric hotels in Kenya's capital city.
The luxury Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel is based in the heart of Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi.
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Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, a luxurious destination where a personalised service is to be expected. The lodge is set under a forest canopy in a sub-tropical paradise. Guests can enjoy a round of golf on the stunning 18-hole championship course.
Located on KwaZulu-Natal's famous dolphin coast, the closest airport to Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, South Africa is Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). The airport is located approximately 20 km from the hotel.
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Set along South Africa’s sublime east coast, nestled between a forest reserve and a shimmering sea, the Fairmont Zimbali Resort is a tranquil retreat offering the utmost in comfort and service.
The closest airport to Fairmont Zimbali Resort, South Africa is Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). The airport is located approximately 20 km from the hotel.
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Time passes quickly at the luxury Fancourt Hotel and Golf Estate with is superior accommodation, fantastic golf courses and activities laid on for the entire family.
The luxury Fancourt resort is situated in lush, countryside on the outskirts of George, in the middle of South Africa’s Garden Route region.
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Four Rosmead offers the perfect location for any visitor to Cape Town. This Afro chic boutique guesthouse is situated in the leafy suburb of Oranjezicht and offers wrap-around views of Cape Town’s icons – Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, the bay and the bustling city.
The guesthouse is situated in the leafy suburb of Oranjezicht, approximately 25 minutes’ drive from the Cape Town International Airport and within walking distance of the city and trendy Kloof Street.
Four Rosmead is the perfect base from which to explore cosmopolitan Cape Town.
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The Four Seasons in Mauritius not only boasts an absolutely stunning location but also a diverse range of offerings that will appeal to all ages and inclinations. From super comfortable villa accommodation to superb cuisine and wines, this luxury resort aims to please.
The Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita is located on the east coast of Mauritius along six kilometres of private shoreline, and is a 50-minute drive from the airport.
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Surrounded by the beautiful vineyards of Franschhoek, the luxury Franschhoek Country House and Villas promises an extremely comfortable sanctuary with its swimming pools, mountain views and top-class restaurants. Spend your days visiting boutique wineries, wandering the charming village or hiking in the surrounding mountains.
The Franschhoek Country House & Villas is located in the Cape Winelands, along the R45 route just one kilometre out of Franschhoek.
Franschhoek, about an 45 minutes from Cape Town, is one of the Cape’s most beautiful wine producing valleys.
This picturesque Huguenot town is well known for is gastronomic excellence. Locals and tourists alike flock to Franschhoek to enjoy the gourmet cuisine on offer from the many restaurants and wine farms in the valley. Other specialities in the area include a fromagerie (cheese factory) and an authentic chocaltier.
Franschhoek has several heritage buildings as well as the Huguenot Museum and Monument, which illustrates the lifestyle of and pays homage to the early French settlers who occupied this region, bringing with them their knowledge of viticulture having escaped religious persecution in France.
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Sink into sumptuous luxury at the exclusive Frégate Island lodge. Offering exclusive upmarket island accommodation, you will never forget or regret the time spent here.
Frégate Island is situated just 4° south of the Equator and is only a 20-minute flight away from Mahé International Airport in the town of Victoria on Mahé Island.
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Set in the heart of South Africa’s historic battlefields, the luxury Fugitive’s Drift Lodge is a great place from which to explore the rich history of this region with daily battlefield tours. Combined with excellent personalised service, spacious en-suite room and superb cuisine, this luxury lodge promised you an unforgettable stay.
Fugitives Drift Lodge is located on a hillside above the Buffalo River Gorge in the Natal Battlefields, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
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Set within 140 acres of indigenous forests, only 20km away from Nairobi’s city centre, Giraffe Manor welcomes you to an authentic, utterly charming luxury stay in Kenya.
Giraffe Manor is located just 20km outside of Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi and set within a 140-acre indigenous forest.
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The luxury Governors' Camp offers an authentic safari experience in stunning surroundings. Take a front row seat for wildlife action at this upmarket safari camp.
The luxury Governors' Camp is set in the Kenya’s prestigious game reserve, Masai Mara.
There are twice-daily scheduled flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Musiara Airstrip (duration approx. 45 minutes). Clients are met on arrival and transferred by a Landrover to the camp (duration approx. 15 minutes).
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Governors' IL Moran Camp offers you a very exclusive and intimate luxury African safari experience, this prestigious camp has only ten tents available and they line the banks of the Mara River in Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve.
The luxury safari destination of Governors' IL Moran Camp is set around a watering hole nearby to the Mara River in Kenya’s famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. You will fly into a nearby landing strip, be met and accompanied to the luxury camp.
There are twice-daily scheduled flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Musiara Airstrip (duration approx. 45 minutes). Clients are met on arrival and transferred by a Landrover to the camp (duration approx. 15 minutes).
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