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In the rolling foothills of Mt. Meru lies this verdant coffee estate, whose lavish plantation houses have romantic four-poster beds. It’s a relaxing start or end to Tanzania’s big game safaris, with the aroma of coffee never far away.
From $249 per night
| Bed Count | 60 |
| Lodging Type | Hotel |
| Amenities | Cell Phone Signal, Hairdryer, Pool, Wi-Fi |
From this resort, you are just 5-minutes’ walk to Victoria Falls, with unlimited complimentary access into this UNESCO site, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The architecture and décor provide a taste of traditional design and color.
From $161 per night
| Bed Count | 424 |
| Lodging Type | Hotel |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Signal, Hairdryer |
If paradise means deserted white beaches on a tropical island in a marine reserve; diving and snorkeling in a warm turquoise ocean; fresh seafood and romantic eco-villas with private sea-facing pools, then Azura Benguerra is your paradise!
From $710 per night
| Bed Count | 38 |
| Lodging Type | Beach/Coastal, Hotel |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Signal, Hairdryer, Pool, Wi-Fi |
Stay in luxury by a lagoon in wildlife-filled Okavango Delta, with game drives, walks and boat trips included. Add an optional heartwarming walk with rescued elephants. Sleeping arrangements include rolling the four-poster onto the deck to sleep under the stars.
From $1,090 per night
| Bed Count | 10 |
| Lodging Type | Bushcamp, Private Concession |
| Amenities | Hairdryer, Laundry, Pool, Wi-Fi |
Relish this comfortable colonial-style safari lodge in the remote Lower Zambezi National Park, where animals roam freely and are seen around camp and during game drives, walks, river cruises and canoe safaris. Experience genuine Zambian hospitality characterized by big smiles.
From $515 per night
| Bed Count | 20 |
| Lodging Type | Lodge |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Signal, Hairdryer, Laundry, Pool, Wi-Fi |
Just upriver from Baker’s Lodge, the mighty Nile tumbles in a thunderous torrent over Murchison Falls. With hippos, crocs and the rare wetland shoebill, plus game drives in the National Park, and nearby chimpanzee trekking, this Ugandan safari lodge will enthrall you.
From $300 per night
| Bed Count | 16 |
| Lodging Type | Lodge |
| Amenities | Cell Phone Signal, Laundry, Wi-Fi |
Exotic Swahili design evokes the era of Sultans in this 5-star Zanzibar beachside resort and spa. Fringed with coconut palms and soft sandy beaches leading to crystal clear water, it’s perfect for snorkeling, diving and relaxing into tropical island life.
From $480 per night
| Bed Count | 58 |
| Lodging Type | Beach/Coastal, Hotel |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Signal, Pool, Wi-Fi, Workout Room |
Come to this tropical island resort off the Mozambique coast for sheer barefoot luxury, with an average temperature of 83°F. The warm Indian Ocean is perfect for activities like diving, fishing, sailing and kayaking, with regular whale and dolphin sightings.
From $512 per night
| Bed Count | 88 |
| Lodging Type | Beach/Coastal |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Signal, Hairdryer, Pool, Wi-Fi, Workout Room |
This family-run safari lodge makes guests feel like they are at a house party in a magical setting in the Selous highlands, with plenty of big game around. Specialities include starlit bush dinners, amazing birdlife and swimming in hot springs.
From $1,502 per night
| Bed Count | 16 |
| Lodging Type | Lodge, Treehouse |
| Amenities | Hairdryer, Laundry, Pool, Wi-Fi |