Monday, December 31, 2012

Royal Mara Safari Lodge - Kenya

The Royal Mara Safari Lodge is a luxury facility located at the popular "Hippo Bend Lagoon" on the Mara River in the Mara North Conservancy of Kenya's Masai Mara. We are on the world famous Great Migration route within proximity of two famous migration river crossing points. Our guests enjoy riverfront luxury tent suite accomodations amidst our two hundred resident hippos. We are situated in the richest wildlife section of the Western Masai Mara in the Mara North Conservancy near herds of buffalo, elephant, giraffe and many other herbivores and within proximity of several lion prides, cheetah, leopard and rhino.

Our tent suites are on raised decks with shingle roofs and are luxuriously furnished with hand carved furniture, writing desks, king-size hand carved olive wood beds, double carved sinks, ensuite toilets, bidets and showers, veranda chaises longe, and mini-safes. Guests are assigned a room attendant and personal security and they enjoy elegant dining amidst varied wildlife settings. We offer exciting game drives and game walks as well as cultural visits to local Maasai villages.

PO Box 260
Village Market
Nairobi
00621
Kenya 

Phone: +254 (0)788 319102 
Email: reservations@royalmara.com 
Website: http://www.royalmara.com

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Royal Madikwe - South Africa

Royal Madikwe offers an award winning safari residence in the heart of South Africa’s game-rich, malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve where an unrivaled wilderness experience is silhouetted against a backdrop of 5-star luxury and unsurpassed hospitality. Royal Madikwe welcomes up to 10 guests in 3 Luxury Suites and a Royal Family Suite  where exceptional accommodation, service and cuisine come as standard.

Set on Africa’s rolling savannah overlooking a waterhole that teems with a wide variety of wildlife. The exclusivity of this privately owned retreat means that guests not only have a luxury bush home but a piece of Africa all to themselves. Our commitment to you allows absolute flexibility to plan bespoke safaris and bush experiences of a lifetime.

Madikwe Game Reserve
PO Box 91
Nietverdiend
2874
South Africa 

Phone: +27 (0) 82 787 1314  
Email: info@royalmadikwe.com 
Website: http://www.royalmadikwe.com


Saturday, December 29, 2012

Royal Chundu - Zambia

Royal Chundu sits 30kms upstream from the Victoria Falls with 15kms of private river frontage in Zambia overlooking pristine wilderness and safari sights over on the opposite Zimbabwean bank. Royal Chundu is made up of two lodges: River Lodge consisting of 10 suites which are perched off the mainland of Zambia and stilted into the mighty Zambezi River; and Island Lodge where 4kms upstream on a private, exclusive and secluded island in the middle of the Zambezi River we boast 4 of the finest suites available.

Royal Chundu is the first ever Relais & Chateaux property in Zambia and the first ever in the Vic Falls environs either side of the river.

P O Box 60889
Katombora
Livingstone
Zambia 

Phone: +27 824434801 
Fax: +27 866043132 
Email: tina.aponte@royalchundu.com 
Website: http://royalchundu.com

Friday, December 28, 2012

Royal African Safaris - United States

Royal African Safaris was founded in 1985. Our focus is custom designed, guide led safaris and expeditions with a strong emphasis on experiential travel that is both highly personalized and immersive. Many safaris include a blend of private canvas and some of the regions most unique and interesting small lodges and private homes. Safaris are designed on an exclusive basis for groups of families and friends.

358 South
500 East
Salt Lake City Utah
84102
United States 

Phone: +1 801 359 0484  
Email: petrina@royalafrican.com 
Website: http://www.royalafrican.com

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Robin Pope Safaris - Malawi

Zambia offers one the opportunity to truly experience the "Tawny Continent" in comfort and style but without loosing "Africa of Yesteryear". It forms the perfect safari destination. The Wilderness awaits your arrival and here Robin and Jo Pope made their home for nearly 30 years. Robin Pope Safaris is one of the oldest safari companies in Zambia, known throughout the world for running safaris that have remained true to the original style - safaris with heart and simplicity.

On safari you will be invited to explore the South Luangwa National Park both by vehicle and on foot. And at night, the drives continue and the behaviour of nocturnal species is observed. Robin Pope is globally known for Walking Safari`s, be it a five day walk or morning walk from one of the camps. Robin Pope Safaris have three intimate safari camps - Nkwali being the home camp, Tena Tena and Nsefu - all on the banks of the South Luangwa River and with sweeping views.

The camps are comfortable, natural and understated, and all very different in style. Each camp is located next to a water hole, that attracts game throughout the day. In addition, a mobile camp supports the RPS Walking Safaris. Nkwali, RPS permanent home, overlooks the park. The surrounding land has open grassland and quiet ebony groves where giraffe and elephant are often seen. It is the ideal place to start you Luangwa safari, being only 45 minutes from the airport.

The six guest rooms are made of woven bamboo and thatch, with open air bathrooms. Access into the park is by pontoon and boat. Nkwali has the added luxury of a swimming pool open for guests with changing rooms and showers. Nsefu, located within the South Luangwa National Park, was the first safari camp in Zambia and opened in 1952. This is where Robin Pope made his name in the early eighties. In 1999 the camp was restored in original style and Nsefu is now a glorious place to stay; as one guest said, it has "understated elegance".

The six rondavels are stylish. Tena Tena which has been described in The Times, London as "altogether beyond superlatives and must be one of the best safari camps in the whole of Africa. It is a tented camp, inside the National Park, with 8-10 beds. Each large, airy tent opens up onto a private veranda that looks out onto the bush. Woven bamboo "dressing rooms" separate the tents from their open-air bathrooms. Cultural activities add to the overall safari experience and you can book a trip to Kawaza Village - a unique chance for up to 12 guests at a time to experience African village life. Guests can spend one or two nights or just a day joining in with the villagers daily activities. This is independantly run although Robin Pope Safaris take all the international bookings. The Walking Mobile Safaris follow a major tributary of the Luangwa. 5 days spent walking in the north of the South Park following the Mupamadzi River and staying in a mobile tented camp.

The top guides of RPS guide these safaris and for availability please see our web site on www.robinpopesafaris.net. In 2008 RPS opened the luxurious Pumulani on the shores of Lake Malawi. With 10 very spacious villas scattered along the hillside the views of the lake are spectacular. The water sports available include water skiing, diving and snorkeling, sailing and kayaking. The mountain bikes provide some land exploration and village visits, walking in the hills and bird watching are also popular with the guests. Pumulani makes for a great beach addition to the bush safari in Zambia. Robin Pope Safaris provide services in the following countries: Zambia and Malawi Availability is on our website.

PO Box 30722
Lilongwe 3
Malawi

Phone: +265 (0) 1770540/60 
Email: stephanie@robinpopesafaris.net 
Website: http://www.robinpopesafaris.net