Garonga Safari Camp, Gravelotte.

Gravelotte, Valley of the Olifants, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Type: Game Reserve, Glamping, Restaurant, Tented Camp.

Description: Garonga Safari Camp immerses you in nature at every opportunity. The elegant tents blend natural materials and neutral tones with modern fittings. Take in the view from your four-poster bed or spot wildlife like a visiting elephant or two while relaxing on the deck lounge, complete with hammock.

Bed capacity: At Garonga Safari Camp, luxury tented safari romance meets the wild beauty of the South African bush setting. It’s an exclusive tented camp, with just six luxury en-suite units that combine a canvas canopy, rustic-textured walls and raised wooden deck overlooking a dry riverbed.

In-room facilities: Each tent has an indoor and outdoor shower so you can enjoy the sounds of nature while under the African sky. The spacious tents have draped beds and feature a deck with hammock.

On-site facilities: WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Secured parking. Daily housekeeping. 24-hour security. Shuttle service (additional charge). Designated smoking area. Outdoor swimming pool.

On-site activities: Fulfil your safari dreams with twice daily game drives led by our experienced and knowledgeable guides. Stretch those legs and take a walking safari or ‘solitude walk’ with one of our experienced guides/trackers.

Style: Children older than 12 years are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Physical address: Selati Portion 12, KT 143 , Makalali Game Reserve, Gravelotte, Valley of the Olifants, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

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Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, Hoedspruit.

Hoedspruit, Valley of the Olifants, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Type: Full Catering, Tented Camp.

Description: Simbavati River Lodge is situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which is a wildlife-rich concession of land adjoining the western border of the Kruger National Park. The amalgamation of public and private land in the area forms “The Greater Kruger Park” area. There are no fences between the Timbavati and the Kruger National Park, which allows for the free movement of the animals between the Reserves.

Enjoy magnificent views of the bush, the Nhlaralumi River and the distant foothills of the Drakensberg Mountain Range from the vantage point of the beautiful small koppie on which the lodge is situated.

Bed capacity: Accommodation is pure African safari, and comprises of individual pavilion-style luxury tents, arranged to create a unique village feel. Each suite comprises two individual tents – one for the main bedroom, and a separate bathroom, which is linked by a passage that can be opened up on one side – allowing for an indoor or private outdoor shower experience. Privacy is guaranteed thanks to the careful placement of the tented-suites, ensuring a tranquil and intimate stay in 8 Luxurious Safari Tents.

In-room facilities: Some of the private suites are situated to avail of the breathtaking views, and are therefore accessible via steep stairs. For the mobility impaired, please ensure that you stipulate your needs when booking.

On-site facilities: Secured parking. Daily housekeeping. 24-hour security. Shuttle service (free). Designated smoking area. Outdoor swimming pool.

On-site activities: The lodge offers Big 5 game activities in the early morning and late afternoon/evening, taking advantage of the time of day that the animals are naturally most active. Nocturnal creatures – including the big cats – are regular sightings at night. Currently over 40 mammal species are listed as resident in the Timbavati, including the Big 5 – Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant, as well as endangered species including Wild Dogs and Cheetah. There is an abundance of birdlife, with a total of 360 species of bird listed.

Style: No children under 12 years old.

Restrictions: No pets allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Postal address: PO Box 456 , Hoedspruit, 1380, South Africa.

Physical address: Timbavati Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Valley of the Olifants, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

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Old Mac Daddy Trailer Park and Resort, Elgin.

Elgin, Overberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Type: Glamping, Lodge, Restaurant, Self Catering, Spa, Tented Camp.

Description: Situated in the Overberg, the Elgin Valley is easily regarded as the Cape’s most beautiful fruit and wine growing region. This fertile valley boasts gorgeous vineyards, abundant orchards, lush forests and sweeping mountain views. Of course, we may be a little biased so you’ll have to come see for yourself.

Bed capacity: Part wholesome caravan park, part designer farm lodge, Old Mac Daddy Luxury Trailer Park is a new chapter in adventure, escapism and pure relaxation. Set on the pine-whispering slopes of a beautiful corner of the Elgin Valley, Old Mac Daddy is a collection of vintage Airstream Trailer Suites, each designed by an artist, designer or creative living and working in Cape Town. Fully catered and serviced; Old Mac Daddy offers trailer units with themed bedrooms and earth-frien.dly living spaces. A big designer barn is the communal area where all meals are served. Visit the Grolsch bar or take a dip in the swimming pool, explore the area or just relax. Comfortable glamping style tented options and 2 self-catering units for larger extended families or groups of friends.

On-site facilities: WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge. Private beach area. Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Daily housekeeping. Shuttle service (additional charge). Designated smoking area. Outdoor swimming pool.

On-site activities: Set amongst the apple orchards, Old Mac Daddy offers open spaces, mountain paths, a lakeside beach and plenty of outdoor activities for the whole family. In the chilly months enjoy sitting by the fire, reading books, playing board games and sipping on a glass of wine from our favorite local cultivars. Archery. Mountain biking. Nature walks. Stand-up paddle boarding. Kayaking. Tractor rides. Fishing on a catch and release basis.

Style: Children of any age are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Physical address: Elgin Valley Road, Elgin, Overberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Directions: From Cape Town: Take N2, go over Sir Lowry’s Pass. See Peregrine Farm stall (on your right) then continue 5km and take “The Valley” turn off to your right. Proceed about 8km on “The Valley Road “until you see Old Mac Daddy sign on your left.

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Reflections Eco-Reserve, Rondevlei, Wilderness.

Wilderness, Garden Route, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Type: Glamping, Private Nature Reserve, Self Catering, Tented Camp.

Description: A 42 hectare Private Nature Reserve situated on the Rondevlei, the last of the Wilderness lakes. Surrounded by the National Park, our spectacular self catering Chalets and Safari tents offer the ultimate escape into peace ,solitude and off-grid comfort. We offer self-catering accommodation in either a timber eco-chalet or a luxury tent.

Bed capacity: 4 luxury, self catering guest chalets. Our luxury self-catering glamping tents are perfect for couples looking to immerse themselves in nature. Our eco-friendly, off-the-grid accommodation is of a very high standard and has earned us a Certificate of Excellence

In-room facilities: The accommodations has a large furnished veranda with views of the trees and hills. There is a full kitchen with an oven, a refrigerator and dining area. Fitted with a shower or bath, the bathrooms also come with free toiletries. You can enjoy lake view and mountain view from the rooms.

On-site facilities: Breakfast and dinners can be arranged, with enough notice. BBQ facilities. Secure parking. Daily housekeeping. Upper floors accessible by stairs only.

On-site activities: Walking trail. Picnics and sun downers. Birding.

Style: Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms

Physical address: Rondevlei, Wilderness, Garden Route, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

GPS Co-ordinates: 33° 58′ 59″ S & 22° 41′ 40″ E

Contact: Tim and Angelique Carr.

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Hartenbos Private Game Lodge, Hartenbos.

Hartenbos, Garden Route, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Type: Bed and Breakfast, Dinner Bed and Breakfast, Game Farm, Self Catering, Tented Camp.

Grading: 4 star.

Description: We are a privately owned Game Farm in the malaria free region of Mossel Bay on the Garden Route of the Western Cape. The farm is rich in Fynbos, with 15 species of Antelope, Giraffe, Zebra and 135 species of birds. The Lodge is located just 10 minutes drive from the best blue flag beaches, restaurants and numerous activities such as Shark diving, Helicopter rides, Skydiving and fishing trips.

Bed capacity: We offer superior accommodation in 2 Villas and 4 Luxury Tents.

In-room facilities: Each Villa can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests in two rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. One room has a double Queen Bed with an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. The other room has two single beds with an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. The middle room has a small kitchenette, dining area, microwave, and fridge and a lounge suite with interleading doors to all rooms and Satellite TV. Each room has ceiling fans, safes, heater, hairdryers. Coffee & Tea, Towels and toiletries provided. The rooms have breath-taking Mountain views of this South Cape Game Farm and a private deck. Braai facilities available.

Each Luxury Tent can accommodate a maximum of 2 guests with an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and a bath. The kitchenette is fully equipped with microwave, and fridge, a fan, and heater. Coffee & Tea, Towels and toiletries provided. The tents have breath-taking Mountain views of this South Cape Game Farm and a private deck.

On-site facilities: BBQ facilities. WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge. Secure parking. Daily housekeeping. Shuttle service (additional charge). Designated smoking area. Swimming pool.

On-site activities: We offer morning and afternoon game drives on our scenic routes with breathtaking views and sunsets. Day Visitors by prior arrangement only.

Style: Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Physical address: Farm Goedemoed, Hartenbos, Garden Route, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

GPS Co-ordinates: S 34° 2’ 42” E 21°59’41”

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ParkView Safari Lodge, Colchester.

Colchester, Frontier Country, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa.

Type: Bed and Breakfast, Camping, Dinner Bed and Breakfast, Self Catering, Tented Camp.

Description: Experience the majestic allure of the unspoiled Greater Addo Region in a luxury Safari Lodge, where your body and soul will be revitalized. Parkview is set between the meandering Sundays River and the gleaming Indian Ocean. We are situated in Colchester, Eastern Cape just outside the South Gates of the Addo National Elephant Park.

Bed capacity: Choose to stay in one of our four en-suite guest rooms in the main building or for the more adventurous we have five luxury en-suite tented rooms. We also offer luxury self catering units.

Camping capacity: To complete our accommodation package, we also offer 6 camp sites with the luxury of their own bathrooms.

On-site facilities: BBQ facilities. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Secure parking. Daily housekeeping. 24-hour security. Shuttle service (additional charge). Designated smoking area. Packed lunches.

On-site activities: We offer a Safari Game drive into the Addo National Elephant Park, survey the areas, witness the Big 5, antelope and birds in the comfort of our closed game viewing vehicle. Swimming pool.

Style: Facilities for disabled guests. Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

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Mopane Bush Lodge, Musina.

Musina, Limpopo Valley, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Type: Camping, Conference Venue, Full Catering, Glamping, Private Game Reserve, Restaurant, Self Catering, Spa, Tented Camp.

Grading: 4 star.

Description: Mopane Bush Lodge is ideally located for visits to Mapungubwe National Park, Mapungubwe Hill, the centre of the World Heritage Landscape where the first southern African kingdom was established in the 13th Century and San rock art sites. Other attractions include baobabs, the Limpopo River, game viewing and birding.

Bed capacity: We offer 15 secluded double/twin-bedded thatched chalets with en-suite bathroom, each with its own veranda, additional outdoor shower, and fantastic views of the surrounding bushveld that are unique and private to each chalet.

We have four large thatched chalets available, each having a spacious main bedroom with 2 twin beds/ 1 double bed, an ensuite bathroom with shower, large closet, table and two chairs, air conditioned, and each equipped with their own microwave, toaster, fridge, coffee/tea station, utensils and cutlery, and BBQ area.

Discreetly tucked away on a hillside with stunning mopane bushveld views is the Wilderness Tented Camp. Each luxuriously appointed tent has an ensuite bathroom with large tub, outdoor shower and quality bedding. The units are set apart so as to enjoy privacy while offering comfortable furnishings, ensuring all nature lovers can relish their time in this secluded and mystifying area of South Africa.

On-site facilities: Wi-Fi internet is available in the dining room. Secure parking. Daily housekeeping. Shuttle service (additional charge). Designated smoking area. Swimming pool.

Style: Facilities for disabled travellers. Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Postal address: PO Box 837, Musina, 0900, South Africa.

Physical address: R572 Pontdrif Road, Musina, Limpopo Valley, Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Location: Mopane Bush Lodge is located within the pristine wildlife haven of Mapesu Private Game Reserve, a private game farm for the exclusive use of guests of Mopane Bush Lodge.

GPS Co-ordinates: -22,239300, 29,481379

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Nguni Moon Tepee Camp, Underberg.

Underberg, Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa.

Type: Glamping, Tented Camp.

Description: You know you want to! This is your opportunity to experience glamping in a tepee, a real wood fire and nature at its best. Unusual and unique tepee accommodation in the heart of the Southern Drakensberg.

Camping capacity: The 3 larger tepees, Raven, Eagle and Sparrow Hawk sleep 2 adults comfortably in a queen size bed, and at push can have 2 single mattresses put on the floor for SMALL children. The smaller tepee, Crow, has 2 single beds and so sleeps only 2.

Camping facilities: The teepee tents are fitted with beds, linen and towels and all have access to a communal bathroom. The self-catering campground has a fire pit and a shared kitchen.

On-site facilities: No internet access available. Secure parking. 24-hour security. Designated smoking area. Entire unit located on ground floor.

Style: Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Physical address: 18 Scotston Road, Eleven Acres, Underberg, Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa.

Contact: Jenny or Alex.

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