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Samburu Simba Lodge

Samburu Simba Lodge

Samburu

The lodge is situated in the Buffalo Springs National Reserve in northern Kenya, along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. It offers an authentic experience of the African wilderness, surrounded by rugged landscapes, dramatic hills, and a wealth of wildlife that includes elephant, lion, leopard, and the unique species known as the Samburu Special Five: the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx.

The lodge’s architecture reflects the traditional Samburu style, featuring thatched roofs and earthy tones that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Rooms are spacious with private verandas that offer breathtaking views of the river and the sweeping plains beyond. They are a comfortable retreat after a day of game viewing, and all have en-suite bathroom. The restaurant serves a variety of local and international cuisine, prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You can dine al fresco on the terrace, enjoying panoramic views of the reserve.

In addition to game drives, the lodge offers a range of activities, including guided nature walks, bird watching, and cultural visits to nearby Samburu villages, giving you a deeper understanding of the local culture and the diverse ecosystems that make the Samburu region so unique and enchanting.

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Activities, Game Drives, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Walking & Trekking

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Garonga is ideally positioned in the greater Makalali Conservancy, west of the Kruger National Park. This private nature reserve boasts the Big 5 and you can take part in the morning and afternoon game drives. In between activities, you can simply relax in the hammock with a good book while watching the grazing impala. You'll find a bar, restaurant, pool and spa as well as a whole array of activities. Activities include Bird Watching, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnics, Sleepouts and much more. There are six tents overlooking a dry riverbed, and have a wooden deck complete with hammock that commands spectacular views. The rooms are light, airy and spacious with indoor/outdoor showers and also have a safe, fan and mini-bar

Garonga

Kruger National Park

Sitting at the foot of the legendary Ghost Mountain in Mkuze lies the privately owned, award-winning Ghost Mountain Inn. This intimate and beautiful hotel is the ideal location from which to explore the game and coastal reserves of the Elephant Coast. 

Discover the abundance of wildlife and scenic wonders of this rich and diverse region during game drives, guided walks and boat cruises in the company of knowledgeable rangers. As well as organised activities there is also a restaurant and bar, spa, swimming pool and the hotel also has lovely gardens to explore. 

The rooms have private patios with views of the garden or courtyard. All are air conditioned and have ceiling fan, mini bar, television, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities as well as a balcony or terrace.

Ghost Mountain Inn

Mkuze

This charming, small and friendly guest house is located in a quiet residential part of Durban and is the ideal place to start your adventures in KwaZulu-Natal. You're just a short distance from plenty of restaurants and a little more than 10 minutes from Durban's vibrant beachfront. Often overlooked, Durban is a city by the sea which offers plenty of attractions for the visitor and the hotel will be happy to help with ideas. You'll find a swimming pool and a lovely deck where breakfast is served and if you've had a busy day there a plenty of spots to relax with a good novel and a refreshing drink. 

The rooms are attractively furnished in period style and all have air conditioning, television as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

Goble Palms Guest Lodge

Durban

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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+44 (0)7516 766404

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