African Big Cats Safaris
Our Arusha based tour operator African Big Safaris offers tours in Tanzania and has distinguished itself from the crowd through excellent service and innovative itineraries.
Whether it is fantastic game viewing on a budget camping trip or luxury lodge safari in Tanzania, or mountain trekking, excursions, a honeymoon beach holiday in Zanzibar and cultural activities, well experienced, closely-knit team of professionals will help you make your African dream true and will do their utmost to guarantee your satisfaction.
All our guides have done wildife safaris for over 10 years and conduct each safari with optimum care to provide our customers with a truly memorable experience. We introduce you to our beautiful country, its culture, its friendly people as well as the stunning wildlife.
Our fleet of 4×4 safari vehicles have roof hatches and individual window seats provided for each client. Our staff is here to answer any questions and provide you with information 24/7. We are looking forward to show you our aweinspiring Tanzania.
African Hartebeest Safaris
Welcome to enchanting East Africa! A region with vast holiday options, rich wildlife, captivating beaches, historical monuments and most of all the cradle-coinage of safari which suggests a plethora of destinations to explore with Nairobi-based African Hartebeest Safaris.
At African Hartebeest Safaris, we have lined up authentic experiences fit for all pocket sizes, all with a goal of delivering an experience of a lifetime.
African Hartebeest offers a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Africa’s amazingly diverse landscapes, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Africa, who love the continent and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
This natural advantage allows us to introduce and discern to travellers with shared interests the varied authenticity of Africa: from its people, breathtaking beauty and the power of raw life to its unforgettable sense of wilderness as well as the outback sovereignty.
African Hartebeest Safaris cares for people and the environment, and because of this, we have integrated responsible tourism in our programs, investing resources in wildlife conservation efforts, environment conservation and the wellbeing of indigenous cultural communities. We support the plastic ban campaign in Kenya, especially in the game parks.
Adventure
Our destinations include Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda with many tour and safari packages available, such as Mount Kenya climbing, safaris in Tanzania, gorilla trekking in Uganda, Maasai Mara camping safaris or hiking trips to remote highlands and walking safaris as well as cultural tours in Kenya amongst others.
Or perhaps choose to indulge in unmatched tailor-made air safari packages that will leave you yearning for more and more. Designed to ensure you get value for money, these safaris will be a pure bliss and will take a minimum of 24 hours of your time. Get your sun glasses as well as your camera and be ready for this exhilarating journey with us.
Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide
Your escape to the African bush. Our child-friendly and owner-run Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide is an exclusive, 3-star graded self-catering establishment within the Grietjie Private Nature Reserve (northern section of the Balule Nature Reserve) in the Greater Kruger Park area. We offer an authentic and relaxing bush experience in an exclusive and welcoming rustic setting to nature enthusiasts and photographic groups who are looking for a great Kruger Park alternative with unique opportunities for sight-seeing and game viewing at affordable rates.
With the reserve part of an open system, our bush camp can boast almost all the game species that you could expect to find in the Kruger National Park.
Our Accommodation
If what you are looking for is an affordable break away in an exclusive facility for small groups or families then Antares is the place for you.
Our camp boasts five air-conditioned, en-suite bedrooms which are linked to the main building by a same level deck allowing for easy access but only cater for a maximum of eight guests at any one time. Thus ensuring that you and your friends can enjoy this piece of paradise on your own.
Each of the five bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom with an indoor shower as well as a beautifully appointed circular outdoor shower allowing you to enjoy those starry nights after a magical game drive where you may have been lucky enough to see an elusive leopard. One of the bedrooms is set up as a family room, a queen bed for mum and dad and at the other end an adjoining room with a bunk bed, ensuring that even families with younger children can enjoy our hospitality.
Our Activities & Facilities
On offer are game drives and game walks, the chance of viewing the Big 5 reserve as well as additional activities in the area including guided birding. Once you have settled in you have a choice of relaxing in the clear African air with the animals coming to you, or you can arrange to go on a guided experience, either in an open game viewer or on foot.
Also, enjoy our unique waterhole photography hide just in front of the camp allowing you the opportunity to view and photograph the wildlife up close and from a ground level perspective such as regular sightings of elephant and lions along with a large variety of general game and birdlife. Our bird list is close to 300 species and rarities such as Pel’s fishing owl, African finfoot and a few other can be seen along the river.
Facilities range from different seating areas in the lobby or in the lounge with a small library, an outside dining deck with waterhole views, the large outside firepit for a barbecue or the inside dining area with seating for up to 10 guests, to a spacious kitchen with modern appliances and the gardens with an impressive, approximately 80 years old Baobab tree. Cool off on those hot summer days in the small plunge pool by the deck.
We also offer you the opportunity to request a chef at an additional fee who will come on site and prepare all your meals for you, allowing you to relax and enjoy the bush to its fullest. You will still be responsible for providing all the food and beverage requirements for your party.
Follow us through the camp with our photo gallery and on our website and imagine yourself immersed into the tranquility of the African bush. If you have enjoyed the journey, then consider paying Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide a visit to see for yourself just what a magical setting we have waiting for you to discover and enjoy.
Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide
Your escape to the African bush. Our child-friendly and owner-run Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide is an exclusive, 3-star graded self-catering establishment within the Grietjie Private Nature Reserve (northern section of the Balule Nature Reserve) in the Greater Kruger Park area. We offer an authentic and relaxing bush experience in an exclusive and welcoming rustic setting to nature enthusiasts and photographic groups who are looking for a great Kruger Park alternative with unique opportunities for sight-seeing and game viewing at affordable rates.
With the reserve part of an open system, our bush camp can boast almost all the game species that you could expect to find in the Kruger National Park.
Our Accommodation
If what you are looking for is an affordable break away in an exclusive facility for small groups or families then Antares is the place for you.
Our camp boasts five air-conditioned, en-suite bedrooms which are linked to the main building by a same level deck allowing for easy access but only cater for a maximum of eight guests at any one time. Thus ensuring that you and your friends can enjoy this piece of paradise on your own.
Each of the five bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom with an indoor shower as well as a beautifully appointed circular outdoor shower allowing you to enjoy those starry nights after a magical game drive where you may have been lucky enough to see an elusive leopard. One of the bedrooms is set up as a family room, a queen bed for mum and dad and at the other end an adjoining room with a bunk bed, ensuring that even families with younger children can enjoy our hospitality.
Our Activities & Facilities
On offer are game drives and game walks, the chance of viewing the Big 5 reserve as well as additional activities in the area including guided birding. Once you have settled in you have a choice of relaxing in the clear African air with the animals coming to you, or you can arrange to go on a guided experience, either in an open game viewer or on foot.
Also, enjoy our unique waterhole photography hide just in front of the camp allowing you the opportunity to view and photograph the wildlife up close and from a ground level perspective such as regular sightings of elephant and lions along with a large variety of general game and birdlife. Our bird list is close to 300 species and rarities such as Pel’s fishing owl, African finfoot and a few other can be seen along the river.
Facilities range from different seating areas in the lobby or in the lounge with a small library, an outside dining deck with waterhole views, the large outside firepit for a barbecue or the inside dining area with seating for up to 10 guests, to a spacious kitchen with modern appliances and the gardens with an impressive, approximately 80 years old Baobab tree. Cool off on those hot summer days in the small plunge pool by the deck.
We also offer you the opportunity to request a chef at an additional fee who will come on site and prepare all your meals for you, allowing you to relax and enjoy the bush to its fullest. You will still be responsible for providing all the food and beverage requirements for your party.
Follow us through the camp with our photo gallery and on our website and imagine yourself immersed into the tranquility of the African bush. If you have enjoyed the journey, then consider paying Antares Bush Camp & Umgede Hide a visit to see for yourself just what a magical setting we have waiting for you to discover and enjoy.
Bubezi Guesthouse & Safaris
Our safari bed and breakfast is situated in the town of Hazyview. If you would like to see the big 5 in the African bush, our Bubezi Guesthouse & Safaris is the gateway to the Kruger National Park, with three entrance gates only a short drive away.
Our Accommodation
We offer you a great accommodation experience and stay with spacious en-suite rooms, Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs and , tee/coffee facilities as well as guided safari tours. Our guests are treated to a full buffet hot and cold breakfast.
Our guesthouse is overlooking the swimming pool and a small dam where many water birds can be seen from the patio in front of each room. The bar area is also on the patio overlooking the Sabie hills in the background.
For lunch and/or dinner there are many restaurants in town you can choose from or even get your meal delivered to Bubezi.
Our Activities
We pride ourselves in being one of the top safari and tour specialists in South Africa. All our tours are custom designed at your request. We tailor make the tour or safari that suits your needs and your budget. Every detail of your trip is thought of and organised for you so you don't have to worry about a thing.
We specialize in the Kruger National Park and the Timbavati Private Game Reserve areas, but also have safaris in all the other 32 national parks of South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Your African safari holiday is designed to be a trip of a life time and a holiday that you will cherish forever.
Chikunto Safari Lodge
Located within the South Luangwa National Park, Chikunto Safari Lodge is less than an hour's drive from the Mfuwe gate. Flanked by rolling plains, plateaus, river banks and miombo vegetation our lodge is situated in an area of distinctive natural beauty, renowned for the density and variety of its animal and bird sightings - especially the normally-elusive leopard.
Our Accommodation
Enjoy a luxury safari experience in untouched wilderness set along the iconic Luangwa River. Our small game lodge offers 5 luxurious, raised safari tents with covered verandas as well as a thatched main area with a cosy bar and dining area.
Consider upgrading to the amazing Combination and Sleep Out & Stargazing Suite - experience a private sundowner and dinner up on the spacious elevated deck before falling asleep under the stars in the super-comfortable king size bed.
After safari activities, relax in the pool with panoramic views of the river or spend some time watching the animals in the new photographic hide overlooking the onsite waterhole.
We also offer massage treatments; stay connected with friends and family via Starlink Broadband.
For direct accommodation bookings please visit our website or click on the convenient link "Rates & Online Bookings" link in the Additional Details section.
About the Area
Zambia, especially the Luangwa Valley, is famous for its incredible walking safaris. Here, our guests discover the environment on foot, enjoying eye-opening and exciting sightings. Experts have dubbed the South Luangwa one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. The concentration of game around the Luangwa River and its oxbow lagoons is among the most productive in Africa, and is frequently referred to as "The Valley of the Leopard".
The countryside in the Luangwa Valley is remarkable. The vegetation is characterized by riverine forest which is wonderfully green all year round. The South Luangwa National Park offers spectacular wildlife viewing and is recognized as one of the best parks in Africa to encounter the elusive leopard. Elephants abound and expansive herds of buffalo are often seen. The Luangwa River is home to crocodile and sizeable pods of hippo.
One of the most well-known endemic species in the Luangwa Valley is the Thorneycroft's giraffe. Their distinctive pattern consists of large, irregular shaped brown to black patches separated by white to yellow bands.
De Old Drift
Come and relax in the tranquil environment of our child-friendly De Old Drift Guest Farm, with only the sounds of nature at your doorstep! You will find us a short distance from the little village of Addo in South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape province and only a 15 minutes drive from the renowned Addo Elephant National Park, with its big Seven.
Our Accommodation
Our working citrus farm is one of the smallest but most peaceful farms in the area and has a welcoming farm-style guest house offering bed and breakfast accommodation as well as self-catering units. All our guest rooms are tastefully furnished with close attention to detail.
Take a slow stroll through the orchards. When the trees are in blossom the smell of citrus permeates the air. Alternatively, venture down to the Sundays River which is only a 200 metres walk away. Relax around the pool in the cool shade of the palm trees or under the warm African sun after an exciting day of adventures and game viewing in the Addo Elephant National Park. We are also pleased to offer our guests a private game viewing drive through the park on a safari vehicle.
Start your day with a wholesome, revitalising breakfast in our thatched roof Lapa, overlooking the garden and swimming pool area. Please inform us upon arrival if you would like to join for dinner or on the day, before 5pm. We also serve light lunches.
Our in-house cook has a big passion for food, our dinner are a set menu which changes every day, prices are available on request. Our chef also does cookie baking classes with guest kids at an extra charge.
More fun, adventure and games await children, with Zasu (our Jack Russel) and Izzy (the cat) who love to make new friends and play - a farm-style wonderland for all children.
De Old Drift team will make sure that your stay here in the Karoo will be one to remember.
Etusis Lodge
Welcome to the jewel of the Otjipatera Mountains. The Etusis Lodge is a small oasis in the heart of our nature reserve. A row of grass-covered buildings built with natural stone from Etusis is your retreat after a long journey or the day's excursions.
Our Accommodation
The homely Etusis Lodge is situated in a beautiful private game reserve 40 km from Karibib and offers a choice of accommodation ranging from camping and self-catering to private bungalows with half board, some of which are wheelchair-accessible.
Relax at the pool to the sounds of nature or enjoy many activities, e.g. horse riding, game drives or nature walks.
Our Facilities
At the heart of the property is our restaurant and main building with the bar under a camel thorn tree. A sundowner has never tasted better - when you step out onto the terrace, you can enjoy the view of our embankment with the small waterhole, which is frequented by kudus, zebras and baboons. Behind it rises the Etusis marble mountains and the mighty Otjipatera massif.
Our grass roof bungalows are spread around our pool. A wonderful opportunity to cool off, especially during the warm lunchtime. A table tennis table offers further variety. Our small museum with artifacts from Etusis and the surrounding area from nature or history invites you to visit and also serves as a room for conferences.
We have a lot to offer - don't just come for one night but rather stay with us for two, or even better, three nights, giving you the chance to really experience Etusis and pursue various activities. To travel the 17km from the C32 only for one night in our - admittedly very beautiful - bungalows would be a shame.
Grand Kruger Lodge and Spa
Decorated in an African style, our Grand Kruger Lodge and Spa is your luxury safari lodge in Marloth Park, nestled in a wildlife sanctuary which shares the Crocodile river as a natural border with the Kruger Park. We provide an ideal setting for relaxation in the African bush veld as well as a unique holiday destination with giraffes, wildebeest, kudus, zebras, impalas, warthogs and other small game roaming freely through our property and the whole of Marloth Park. This gives you an opportunity to see the game up close and personal while relaxing on the deck, by the pool or in our Boma.
Our Safari Accommodation
Relax in the African bushveld where perfect tranquillity is the name of our game. Our affordable, beautifully decorated guest units offer breathtaking views of the bush. Choose between African-styled suites and chalets, each equipped with modern amenities and designed with luxury in mind to create a comfortable atmosphere of elegance for you, whilst enjoying the exclusivity of the African wilderness.
Enjoy a memorable experience and be spoiled with our 4-star accommodation, exquisite cuisine and ample activities to choose from. We also host conferences as well as small and large weddings. So, let our exclusive wedding planner help you organise your al fresco dream safari wedding in the African bush or in our on-site wedding chapel.
Wellness & Activities
Receive all the pampering and care you can dream of at our relaxing spa, a luxurious haven of calm in the African bush, including wellness treatments and an outdoor relaxation area. Alternatively, experience all sought after sights and activities in the Kruger Park area. Join us for a sunset drive and observe how African big game come to drink at the river banks. We also offer tour and safari packages for your convenience.
Restaurant
Our tastefully furnished, fully licensed bar lounge and 80-seater restaurant are equipped to cater to every gastronomic need. We serve a delicious buffet breakfast as well as a scrumptious dinner or buffet, and offer a menu that never fails to impress, often featuring unusual dishes. Alongside the restaurant is a partially covered pool-deck where you can enjoy refreshing cocktails. In the evening indulge in African cuisine al-fresco, around a bush fire in our Boma while listening to the nocturnal sounds of the wildlife around you.
Grootberg Lodge
Perched on the rim of the Etendeka Plateau, marvel at the breathtaking views of the Klip River Valley below at our Grootberg Lodge while lounging on the deck or cooling down in our infinity pool. Our lodge is the ideal midway stopover in the wilderness of the Damaraland when you are travelling between Etosha National Park and Swakopmund. Explore the landscape, rich in geological and botanical wonders, encounter stunning wildlife and get acquainted with the traditions of the Khoadi/ Hoas people.
The thrill of adventure sets in as soon as you arrive at the lower gate before negotiating the 4x4 route up to the lodge. During your stay at our child-friendly Grootberg Lodge, situated 23km southeast of Palmwag, you will be immersed in nature and encounter some of the larger inhabitants of this unique Namibian landscape. What you can expect to see now, ranges from common antelopes such as kudu, oryx and springbok to the more elusive mammals such as aardwolves, civets and wild cats. If you are lucky you might even encounter some of the big predators, like lions and leopards. A guide assisted by a tracker will take you out into the surrounding conservancy in search of the elusive desert elephants on our desert elephant tracking trip.
Our Accommodation
Our 14 cosy twin chalets and two-family units are powered with solar energy and are built from natural materials to blend into the surroundings. Private decks provide stunning views across the Klip River Valley. Each chalet is equipped with a private en-suite bathroom, a desk and a coffee and tea station. There are no electrical outlets, but we have a charging station in the main area of the lodge. Enjoy breakfast on the restaurant's veranda overlooking the pool.
Activities
Follow the spoors of one of the most elusive and solitary mammals. In an open 4x4 game viewing vehicle your guide and game trackers will take you into black rhino territory. We also offer scenic sundowner drives across the Etendeka Plateau with marvellous sunset views over the Klip Rivier Valley. Guided walks on the plateau are offered as well unless lions are present. Our knowledgeable guide will point out the various shy inhabitants of the Grootberg mopane savanna.
Visit authentic homesteads of the Damara people and experience todays way of life of the Khoadi/Hoas community with our Damara cultural tour. Back at the Grootberg Lodge, request a massage from one of our certified masseuses.
Hitgeheim Country Lodge
Accommodation in an eco-reserve at the heart of the Sundays River Valley Addo area. Only minutes from the Addo Elephant National Park.
Accommodation is provided in stylishly furnished chalets with luxurious bathrooms, and all include wooden decks with breathtaking views over citrus orchards and the sweeping countryside. Experience the serenity of waking up to the haunting cries of the fish-eagles, residents to the Sundays River below.
Accompany our guide on an Addo Elephant National Park Safari for the best elephant viewing in the world. Arrange an exhilarating safari, visit one of the near-by Addo ‘Big 5’ private game reserves or simply go for a walk on one of the many trails on our grounds. Afterwards, have a refreshing swim in our pool, or sundowners on the veranda before sitting down to a gourmet dinner by candlelight. We encourage you to select your wine from our private collection from the walk-in cellar before your meal. We trust that here, you will experience true South African hospitality at its best.
Hopewell Private Game Reserve
Situated close to the Addo Elephant National Park and in South Africa’s beautiful Eastern Cape, Hopewell Private Game Reserve is easily accessible. We are a 30 minute drive from Colchester and a 50 minute road trip from Gqeberha’s airport (previously Port Elizabeth).
Our secluded Hopewell Lodge has sweeping views over the grassland and forest that typify the beauty of this diverse region. Perfectly positioned for panoramic views and designed to blend into the hilly landscape, our spacious African game lodge is perched above the elephants’ favourite watering hole, with a viewing deck which provides the ideal spot for afternoon cocktails and to enjoy our sumptuous meals.
Our Accommodation
The lodge is largely built from local stone. Furnished in contemporary safari style with a focus on comfort and relaxation, it is airy and light, with thatch to insulate against the African summer heat as well as fireplaces to ward off cooler nights in winter.
There are two comfortable lounges, a dining area for the days when weather does not permit al fresco dining, and an intimate conference room. The upstairs lounge has the lodges only television and the downstairs lounge is home to the bar.
We provide luxurious and stylish accommodation to a very limited number of guests. Connected to the lodge by a series of pathways and steps, there are four luxury suites named Buffalo, Nguni, Zebra and Rhino which are secluded in their own private patch of bush with sweeping views across the valley below. Each suite has a wide deck with an umbrella, deck chairs and sun loungers as well as plunge pools except for the Nguni Suite. The Nguni Suite though has a fabulous private bush gazebo with views over the waterhole below.
The open-plan interior of the suites flows seamlessly from a luxurious lounge to the sleeping area to the open bathroom. The rooms are light and spacious with large sliding doors that open onto the deck. The suites are not only luxurious but romantic too. Each room has a large fireplace between the bed and the large bath tub which has been placed close to the glass wall allowing for excellent views into the African bush.
Our Safaris
Thanks to our exclusivity, your guided safari is not disturbed by large groups of other game vehicles and viewers. Our proximity to the ocean also ensures that we are the only game reserve in the region to have thick grasslands interspersed with tall trees. This allows for unparalleled game viewing.
Hopewell Private Game Reserve exists on reclaimed farm land which, generations ago, was the natural environment of the Big Five and a host of other big game but was overtaken by farming. Our private Eden covers a 6600-acre reserve where the owners have made a principled conservation investment to restore and regenerate the farm land to its natural state.
On a safari today, just as 250 years ago, you are likely to encounter elephants, buffalos, hippos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, leopard, warthogs, various antelopes and indigenous species that have been carefully re-introduced to maintain a balanced eco-system. By visiting our Hopewell Private Game Reserve you too are helping to preserve Africa’s natural beauty.
Indalu Game Lodge
Join us for a memorable vacation on the Garden Route at our stunning Indalu Game Reserve and lodge, located just 20km from Albertinia and 30km from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. Our game lodge is situated only a few kilometres from the magnificent coastline in one of the best adventure holiday destinations in the world. Jet in with a private craft to the Mossel Bay airfield or journey on from the George airport which is 70 km away, and you can reach the Cape Town International Airport on an easy 3.5 hours drive.
Safari Accommodation
For the discerning visitors who want to prolong their stay at Indalu, there are luxury chalets on the banks of the river with personalised service and a fully equipped central kitchen for self-catering and outside lapa area. Dinner and breakfast are available as optional extras.
Each chalet is equipped with 3/4 twin beds and a queen-size bed, with one bathroom that has a shower, basin and toilet.
Game Viewing
Day visitors welcome. Indalu, the Xhosa word for nature, is set between rolling hills and valleys and has been created as a sanctuary for a number of elephants where they roam free in their natural environment.
We offer guided tours with these gentle giants so you can get up close and personal with the animals. Touch, feed and interact with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
From the mist shrouding the bush at dawn until the blazing sunsets behind the distant mountains, the magic of Indalu will provide unforgettable memories.
Indalu Game Reserve
Situated just 20km from Albertinia and 30km from Mossel Bay, the stunning Indalu Game Reserve is set on the Garden Route in South Africa and in one of the best adventure holiday destinations in the world. The whole area oozes a relaxed atmosphere where the pace is slow and visitors can catch a glimpse of Africa, only a few kilometres away from the shores of the magnificent Southern Coast of the Western Cape.
Safaris & Adventures
The highly trained guides of Indalu have a vast knowledge of the African bushveld and take guests on close encounters with African wildlife. Experience game viewing in open vehicles, which gives you access to four of the Big 5 as well as ten different antelope species and various species of bird, including the beautiful fish eagle and Verreaux's eagle. Day visitors welcome.
Elephants never forget and at Indalu Game Reserve it is not only the elephants that have remarkable memories; the visitors leave with a treasure trove of unforgettable memories. We offer guided tours with the elephants. Touch, feed and interact with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. This interactionwill open up a new world of understanding for these clever animals. Book your private tour today and come experience a once in a lifetime African adventure.
It is here that you can experience the African wilderness in the Garden Route and marvel at the diverse wildlife. From elephants, rhinos, buffalos, giraffes and zebras to antelopes, the game has an uninterrupted flow through 800 hectares of land. While you are enjoying the freedom of the unspoilt nature the wildlife is eternally present. At Indalu the team believes in living in harmony with a deep respect for all that is untamed and untouched.
For visitors who stay over, there is the experience of the night calls of the wild while enjoying evenings under the star-studded skies beside a dancing fire.
Our Accommodation
Join us for a memorable vacation at our game lodge. For the discerning visitors who want to prolong their stay at Indalu, there are luxury self-catering chalets on the banks of the river with personalised service and a fully equipped central kitchen as well as an outside Lapa area. Dinner and breakfast are available as optional extras.
This malaria-free area boasts a moderate climate. From the mist shrouding the bush at dawn until the blazing sunsets behind the distant mountains, the magic of Indalu will provide unforgettable memories.
Indigo Safaris
Indigo Safaris offers a wide range of day trips and activities from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Livingstone in Zambia, with helicopter rides, rafting, microlight flights, bungee jumping, canoeing, sedate river cruises, game drives in nearby reserves or in neighbouring Botswana, and transfers.
We can also book a range of hand-picked accommodation options.
About Zimbabwe
The majestic Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean/Zambian border is within easy reach of Chobe National Park, Botswana, by road, has direct flights from Namibia and South Africa, and is a short drive from the excellent Hwange National Park, making it easy to combine destinations in one unforgettable safari itinerary.
The largest sheet of falling water in the world, twice as high as Niagara Falls, and 1,708 metres long, it is the biggest waterfall in the world, and considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The rumble of the falls can be heard from up to 40 kilometres away and the spray, up to about half a kilometre high when the Zambezi River is in full flood, can be seen from a distance of almost 50km.
A guided or unguided tour of the falls on the Zimbabwe side, the longer of the two, takes around two hours. Victoria Falls is an extremely popular destination due to the amazing amount of activities on offer, making it suitable for every type of traveller. Take a helicopter flight or a microlight over the falls for a breath-taking bird's-eye view of Mosi-oa-Tunya - 'The Smoke That Thunders’ or go white-water rafting downstream of the falls for what is considered the best one-day white water rafting in the world. Adrenaline junkies can also gorge swing and bungee jump from Livingstone Bridge.
For a more sedate experience, canoe the tranquil waters of the Zambezi upstream from the falls to see hippos, crocs, and, if you are lucky, a raft of elephants crossing to the islands in the middle, or take a sundowner cruise with a wildlife guide and observe the life on the river banks whilst enjoying nibbles and sipping a G&T. For more olfactive delights, High Tea at Victoria Falls Hotel, the oldest hotel in the country and a colonial classic, is a must, as is dinner at Jungle Junction. You can browse the outdoor craft market, have dinner on the rails on board the Bushtracks Express, or look for rhinos in a game reserve a few kilometres outside town.
We work with a range of guest houses and hotels in Victoria Falls town, all well-located for those wishing to have an action-packed stay.
The Zambezi National Park is a 45-minutes drive away and offers some great wildlife encounters with four of the "Big Five" (no rhinos), and a good variety of plains game. It is also home to a few sublime lodges and tented camps on the sandy river bank or an island. Thus, if you are not fussed about doing lots of activities from town, you can stay up in the national park, enjoy the wildlife, some canoeing, fishing, or river cruising, and then pop into town to see the falls for half a day.
Indigo Safaris
Having lived and worked in KZN, the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal, as a diving and safari guide since 2004, we have in-depth knowledge of the Zululand safari and scuba scene.
From Protea Banks in the south of the region, up to the border with Mozambique and beyond, we know all the best diving and safari spots, and can arrange tailor-made diving and safari trips and also cover the phenomenal annual Sardine Run.
About Zululand
KwaZulu-Natal, roughly the size of Portugal, has a plethora of attractions and something for everyone. With excellent safari, diving, beaches, historical tours and trekking on offer, this is one of the most diverse areas in South Africa.
The province contains rich areas of biodiversity of a range of flora and fauna. The iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A number of game reserves offer superb safari opportunities, at lower costs and with less visitors than comparable lodges in the world-renowned Kruger area in the northeast of South Africa.
The narrow lowland region along the Indian Ocean coast has some stunning and often empty beaches and some of the best big fish diving in the world and it's sub-tropical climate makes it an ideal destination year round.
The undulating plateau of the central Natal Midlands and the Battlefields area are loaded with historical sites. The uKhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains form a solid basalt wall rising over 3,000 metres alongside the Lesotho border and offer superb treks and ancient rock art sites, whilst the Lebombo Mountains form a low parallel range of ancient granite running southward from eSwatini.
Kololo Game Reserve
Kololo is a big nature reserve where harmless African wildlife roams free. The Western part in the reserve is assigned to the accommodation. From your chalet or villa you can walk or bike freely and safely into the reserve. Furthermore Kololo Game Reserve forms part of Welgevonden Game Reserve, an even bigger nature reserve and home to the Big Five and many other African animal species, big and small. Kololo has a private gate into Welgevonden. In an open but roofed safari vehicle we take you there to observe wildlife and nature.
Staying at Kololo is truly an adventure: you are surrounded by the African bush where wild animals roam free. Kudu, wildebeest, impala, warthogs regularly cross your path, running past the terrace of your chalet or villa looking for food and water. And you can walk and bike freely in the reserve, coming eye to eye with the animals.
The accommodation consists of 15 chalets en villa’s that offer space to 2, 4 or 6 persons. All beautifully situated in the bush or the parklike landscape. Each accommodation has a private shower and separate toilet per room, a veranda and a fully equipped (outdoor) kitchen, including tea/coffee facilities and of course free wifi.
Every day something extraordinary, interesting, beautiful, funny happens at Kololo. Nature has a lot to tell. But also our people. And our guests. They all have stories that we like to share.
Kraal Luxury African Lodge
Only 90 minutes southwest of Johannesburg, discover our Kraal Luxury African Lodge which is situated within the fringes of the Vredefort Dome UNESCO World Heritage Site in the wildlife-dense African bush of a malaria free private game reserve, with more than 2km of Vaal River frontage. Our contemporary Kraal Mountain Lodge with its five star private guest villas is perched high above the beautiful surrounds. Add to this, exceptional service, friendly staff and great value for money, all of which position our accommodation in a league of its own.
Our Accommodation
Each spacious and luxury unit boasts floor-to-ceiling glass walls offering panoramic views of the breathtaking scenery, and features an open-plan design with modern finishes and furnishings in elegant, contemporary style, complete with a private deck as well as a private solar-heated plunge pool. There are two superior units that feature private jacuzzi’s set in a natural bush environment. All villas are stylishly decorated using natural tones to mirror the relaxed, stress-free environment. Enjoy the magnificent views from the comfort of your superior or deluxe unit, or simply relax with your favourite beverage in your private plunge pool. If you look carefully, you'll notice an abundance of wildlife moving through the bushveld below.
Apart from the private pools our lodge has in total 7 pools, including a lap pool, and three Jacuzzis as well as a sauna and a spa offering beauty therapy and massages. We also have conference facilities catering to groups, team-building getaways or business meetings.
Activities
We offer a wide variety of activities for couples, families and corporate getaways on the more than 20,000 ha property. Situated on one of South Africas premier wildlife breeding sites, you'll enjoy bush safaris featuring Sables, Buffalos, Giraffes, Golden Wildebeests, Zebras, plains game and more. Birding is best on hikes and trails through the Vredefort Dome's grasslands biome. Alternatively, go fishing and river rafting on our private waterways of the Vaal River.
Enjoy the various activities and wildlife at our Kraal Luxury African Lodge as well as a barbeque and a picnic or a game of pool at our magnificent 360 degree bar lounge area and culinary delights - dinner, bed and breakfast - accompanied by wine from our famous wine cellar, or simply put your feet up and soak in the view at our lodge's numerous sun decks.
Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa
Our intimate, five bedroom Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa sits in the Guernsey Private Nature Reserve, 41.5 km southeast of Hoedspruit, and was designed to combine the rustic nature of an African bushveld retreat with the style and elegance you'd expect of a first rate safari destination.
The Guernsey Private Nature Reserve is a stretch of protected land within the world-renowned Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem and is home to an astonishing array of flora and fauna, such as buffalos, giraffes, zebras, various antelopes, as well as numerous bird species and much more.
Our Accommodation
Experience the sheer majesty of an authentic safari in Africa and the exclusivity of our small, luxury game lodge. Our guests can look forward to every comfort and convenience, including game drives conducted by our knowledgeable nature guides, a full-service restaurant that serves some of the very best in Pan African wines and cuisine, as well as al fresco Boma barbecues prepared by our talented chefs.
The main lodge is a spacious structure of warm, natural wood and thatch with ample verandas that wrap around our various dining and entertainment areas. Here you will find a crystal-clear swimming pool, the restaurant, a bar and communal lounges as well as a curio shop.
Stroll from your private luxury chalet down the meandering wooden walkways to enjoy a relaxing drink beside the pool as the heat of the day settles on the bushveld soil and take a moment to drink in the stark beauty of the African continent. Alternatively, get comfortable in the lounge and take advantage of the complimentary Wi-Fi or learn more about the wonders of Africa in our well stocked library.
Lake Oanob Resort
Situated west of Rehoboth on 6200 hectares in the beautiful Hardap Region and 100 kilometres south of Windhoek, our unique Lake Oanob Resort offers superb lake views, a choice of accommodation as well as genuine, heart-felt hospitality and is the perfect place to relax and be invigorated.
Relating to our leading slogan “body and soul in harmony with nature”, it is the Lake Oanob Resort project’s aim to keep the scenery the way it is. Surrounded by mountains and hills, the lake and the friendly staff represent a soothing place for your body and especially for your soul. We will do our very best to offer you this peace, beauty and recreation at any time!
Our Accommodation
Would you like to spend a quiet and relaxing time full of peace and beauty? Maybe you and your family would also like to celebrate any kind of occasion together with a marvellous view over the lake, the dam and the mountains? Or are you already on your way back home from an exciting trip and would love to calm down and live again through your impressions, adventures and new experiences? Then you have found the right place!
We offer several types of accommodation ranging from differently sized luxury chalets to cosy en-suite and family rooms as well as a special suite and attractive campsites in different locations. Most of our accommodation facilities are situated on the shores of the lake.
Each luxury chalet has a stunning lake view and includes a living and dining room with comfortable furniture, a fully-equipped kitchen for self-catering, an outside barbecue area and a spacious terrace as well as all the comforts and amenities of home.
The family rooms can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two children (up to 12 years of age). There are two single beds for the adults and on the gallery two single beds for the kids. Here you can also enjoy the lake view from your own terrace.
The 31 camping sites are partly located at the waterfront, partly in the bush and are suitable for big and small tents as well as cars with roof tents, campers and caravans. All camping areas are equipped with barbecue facilities, a drinkable water point and electricity. Toilets and showers with hot water are in the adjacent ablution blocks. Some campsites have their own toilet and shower.
Our Activities
The unique position of Lake Oanob Resort as well as its nature make the possibilities to offer activities much larger. Not only does the lake has its specific features, the scenery comes also with an absolutely iconic charm.
Choose between land- or water-based activities of which some you can enjoy year-round including guided nature and game drives, birding, hiking, boat rides, canoeing, aqua-cycling and swimming in our outdoor pool or in the lake.
Our Facilities
On-site facilities comprise of the pool with lake views and an à la carte restaurant with the giraffe pool bar.
Due to its unique scenery, Lake Oanob Resort not only supplies the opportunity to clear your head, but also to pursue new ideas e.g. during workshops or conferences, and to celebrate events of various kinds such as weddings, anniversaries and birthdays. Our event venues range from an African Lapa, a tented hall, the restaurant, the bar and the adventurous Bushman's Bay camp to two different boats.
