8 African lodges where wild animals roam free Posted on 15 November 2018 Tags:Accommodation, wildlife There’s something incredible about seeing wild animals roaming free in their natural environment. Here’s a list of lodges in Africa where you can view animals from your bed or the viewing deck: 1. Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Uganda Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp lies on a flat ridge in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The forest reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and houses half of the world’s population of critically endangered mountain gorillas. A troop of gorillas often passes through the camp, which has extensive views over the forest canopy. Photo by Teagan Cunniffe. Address: Bwindi National Park Contact: +25 64 1434 0290 2. Londolozi Private Game Reserve, South Africa Londolozi Private Game Reserve is situated inside Sabi Sands Game Reserve, which borders Kruger National Park. Wildlife can be seen at meandering along the Sabi River right in front of the Londolozi Granite Suites. Image from Londolozi Lodge Address: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, bordering Kruger National Park Contact: 011 280 6655 3. Hlosi Game Lodge, South Africa The Hlosi Game Lodge is situated in the malaria-free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. Each African luxury tent has an open-plan lounge and a viewing deck from which you can spot wildlife. Image from Hlosi Game Lodge Address: Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson Contact: 042 235 1133 4. Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge, Kenya Located on the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private sanctuary bordering Tsavo West National Park, is the Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge. The huts containing circular rooms are elevated on pillars and overlook a waterhole frequented by many animals looking to quench their thirst. Image from Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge Address: Tsavo West National Park Contact: +25 47 0911 1000 5. Mfuwe Lodge, Zambia Wild mango trees surround the Mfuwe Lodge in Zambia. Between late October and mid-December, elephants feed on fallen fruit from the trees and are often seen wandering through the reception area. Elephants in the reception area. Image from Mfuwe Lodge Address: South Luangwa National Park Contact: +26 02 1624 6041 6. Royal Malewane Private Game Lodge, South Africa The Royal Malewane Private Game Lodge situated in Thornybush Private Game Reserve is home to none other than the Big Five. The lodge suites are surrounded by a viewing deck overlooking the African Bush and allows for plenty of game-spotting. Image from Royal Malewane Private Game Lodge Address: Thornybush Private Game Reserve, Hoedspruit Contact: 015 793 0150 7. Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge, South Africa Watch antelopes, elephants and other wild creatures from your bed at the Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge. This peaceful retreat is in Madikwe Game Reserve, a popular game-viewing destination. Image from Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge Address: Madikwe Game Reserve Contact: 011 438 4650 8. Mahali Mzuri, Kenya The Mahali Mzuri is located in the world-famous Maasai Mara reserve. This Kenyan camp is a unique game-watching spot; its tents, spa and pool have all been built around the paths of the annual Great Migration, bringing guests closer to the wildlife action. Herds of elephants are frequently seen walking directly past the spa, and animals are known to wander between the camping tents. Image supplied Address: Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Maasai Mara Contact: +44 20 8600 0430 Related Posts Rahiem Johnson: Why representation in travel matters 27 March 2023 Founded by Rahiem Johnson, Tray Table Seat Back is a Black-owned travel business that aims... read more 7 great spots to picnic near Cape Town 1 November 2022 Looking for somewhere to kick your feet up and embrace the warm days in Cape... read more 6 best beach campsites in SA 14 June 2022 From bucket-and-spade seaside spots to rugged and remote coastal coves, we’ve got your camping weekends covered.... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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