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# Natural History Tours

Posts in this archive: 19

- [Nxamaseri Island Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/nxamaseri-island-lodge.md) — Nxamaseri Island Lodge is an exclusive lodge, set on an island in the panhandle of the Okavango Delta, one of the most breathtakingly beautiful areas in the world. As one of the oldest lodges in the Delta, it has a unique charm and atmosphere. The lodge has a total of nine chalets all set beneath forest canopy. Each chalet is privately situated on its own teak deck. Bedrooms are quiet havens with open access to a seating area on a private deck. A safe is provided in each room and at reception for guests’ valuables. As part of the Desert & Delta Safaris portfolio, Nxamaseri prides itself on creating an experience that is personal and intimate. The lodge offers water-based activities, including boating and mokoro trips among the network of channels that make up the area. Nxamaseri is one of the top bird-watching and fishing destinations in the country and specialises in both, with expert and enthusiastic guides guaranteed to make your experience a memorable one. Nxamaseri is also close to the magical Tsodilo Hills, a world heritage site and one of Botswana’s greatest treasures. The lodge offers guided day trips to Tsodilo Hills, where one can view some of the 2000 ancient San paintings.
- [Garden Court Mthatha](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/garden-court-mthatha.md)
- [Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/arabella-hotel-golf-spa.md)
- [Big Cave Camp](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/big-cave-camp.md) — Big Cave Camp is is located on a beautiful thousand hectare privately owned wilderness area, bordering the Matobo National Park, and within the UNESCO World heritage area.The lodge has been in the Waddy family for three generations, and was purchased by Cyril Waddy in 1947.  The lodge is owner managed, and comprises 10 granite under thatch lodges that blend into the natural environment.Each lodge has an ensuite bathroom, stunning views, and an external balcony. Big Cave offers a wide range of activities with qualified guides Shepherd and Tawanda who are experts in their fields. Choose from Rhino Tracking in the National Park, to a range of walks and drives on the Big Cave wilderness area (including spectacular sundowner spots), or choose to visit the incredible San rock art paintings at one of the famous rock art galleries. Visit the grave of Cecil John Rhodes for an amazing historical experience that includes tales of battles fought in the Hills!Big Cave offers a natural rock pool, unique dining facility in the Leopards Lair lounge dining area, and bush breakfasts and dinners upon request. In addition we offer cultural tours to the local school, Ndebele village and traditional healer.
- [Tembo House Hotel](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/tembo-house-hotel.md)
- [Matobo Hills Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/matobo-hills-lodge.md) — Matobo Hills Lodge is a unique retreat nestled within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering guests the rare opportunity to sleep among ancient granite kopjes in the heart of Matobo National Park. Our lodge combines natural stone architecture with sweeping views of the surrounding hills, delivering an immersive and comfortable wilderness experience.

We cater to the discerning traveller seeking both adventure and tranquillity. Our guided activities include rhino tracking on foot, sunset drives through dramatic landscapes, and cultural excursions to ancient rock art sites. The lodge is also a haven for birders, with species like the elusive Cape Eagle Owl and Black Eagle frequenting the area.

At Matobo Hills Lodge, warm hospitality meets practical comfort. Our team is known for their exceptional service, and our cuisine blends local flavours with international favourites. With 17 en-suite stone-thatched chalets, a swimming pool, and panoramic dining areas, we provide a relaxed, safe, and authentic Zimbabwean experience.

Whether you’re including us in a longer circuit or offering a short escape into Zimbabwe’s oldest national park, Matobo Hills Lodge adds soul, history, and story to your itinerary.
- [Acacia Farm Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/acacia-farm-lodge.md) — Acacia Farm Lodge is a romantic Country Lodge nestled in an active mixed farm located high on the spectacular Great Rift’s escarpment area with commanding panoramic views of the amazing Karatu farmlands and the nearby Ngorongoro forest area. Unrivaled area’s natural beauty is finely complemented by the elegant lodge. A timeless tranquility emanates from the exuberance of birdsong, mature trees, and the lovely coffee plants.Acacia Farm Lodge is strategically located between the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks on one side and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park on the other, this is a perfect base from which to explore these world-famous reserves as well as enjoy many other adventurous activities and impressive cultural experiences found in the local area.
- [Arusha Serena Hotel](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/arusha-serena-hotel.md)
- [The David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/the-david-livingstone-safari-lodge-and-spa.md)
- [ATC - Gomoti River Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/atc-gomoti-river-lodge.md)
- [Simbavati Hilltop Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/simbavati-hilltop-lodge.md) — Hilltop Lodge has one of the finest settings in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, an unfenced but private part of the Kruger Park. It’s perched on the hillside with wide angle views over the bush and views to the distant mountains of the Drakensberg escarpment. Below lie the expansive Mbali Dam and the Nhlaralumi River, where you may be lucky to see elephant, and other wildlife, come to quench their thirst.Hilltop Lodge has a light footprint, purposely designed so that it can be removed without leaving any lasting impact on the land. This luxurious lodge has a romantic, bright and airy ambience with 8 spacious tented suites connected by wooden walkways to the main lodge and a private Cottage( Mvubu) Accommodating up to 4 guests per night. The Timbavati forms part of the Greater Kruger Park and offers exceptional game viewing including all the Big Five, most notably leopard, and also wild dog. Twice-daily game drives provide for close encounters with birds and animals, large and small.
- [Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/lake-manyara-serena-safari-lodge.md)
- [Amalinda Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/amalinda-lodge.md) — Amalinda Lodge, an African inspired refuge, where world-class facilities combine with the spiritual energy, allure and unique beauty, for which the Matobo Hills is so celebrated.The granite domes and castle kopjes of the Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe, are among the most majestic rock sceneries in the world. Nestled in this unique range of hills is Camp Amalinda, situated only 45kms from Bulawayo.Amalinda consists of nine individually thatched rooms including 3 honeymoon suites, 3 family rooms, 2 double rooms & 1 single room, which are all set into the huge boulders. Each room is steeped in African historical artefacts of a bygone era and tucked away into an ancient bushman’s shelter, Camp Amalinda’s charm will leave an indelible impression on every visitor.
- [Wilderness Bisate](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/wilderness-bisate.md) — Wilderness Bisate is located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone and has dramatic views of the peaks of the volcanoes, Bisoke and Karisimbi, rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Six luxurious en-suite Forest Villas maximise comfort and views, while retaining environmental principles and reflecting the culture of rural Rwanda. Each guest contributes to Bisate’s biodiversity conservation and local community projects – making a far-reaching impact on an iconic endangered species: the mountain gorilla.Aside from tracking one of the several habituated gorilla groups, activities include visiting nearby natural attractions, hiking to Dian Fossey’s burial site, and observing the Park’s group of endangered endemic golden monkey. Walks on Bisate’s property offer birding and participation in the reforestation programme.INSIDER’S TIP: Wilderness Bisate is within easy driving distance of Volcanoes National Park Headquarters, from where gorilla treks depart daily.
- [Baraza Resort & Spa](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/baraza-resort-spa.md) — Baraza Resort & Spa, Zanzibar's most exclusive boutique resort, is located along the beach that was named as one of the top 30 island beaches in the world by Conde Nast Traveler magazine. With just 30 villas, this stunning fully inclusive boutique resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, with Swahili arches, intricate hand carved décor, and antiques. Each villa boasts large bathrooms as well as a spacious terrace and private plunge pool. Facilities include an excellent restaurant featuring the very best produce that the island has to offer as well as an impressive spa,  yoga center, fitness center, and tennis court.
- [Simbavati River Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/simbavati-river-lodge.md) — Simbavati River Lodge enjoys a unique setting on the banks of the Kruger Park’s Nhlaralumi River in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve.One of its winning charms is the popular waterhole right below the dining deck, much loved by elephant. Between game drives, you could enjoy a game-viewing experience of note just sitting on the deck as wildlife comes and goes from the water.This lodge has a broad appeal, with a traditional safari ambience but with a relaxed contemporary twist in terms of décor. You have a choice of tented or chalet accommodation. It caters well to couples and honeymooners with a safari spa and fully equipped fitness centre. Whilst its two-bedroom chalets and Cubs Club kids centre are popular with families.The Timbavati forms part of the Greater Kruger Park and offers exceptional game viewing including all the Big Five, most notably leopard, and also wild dog.
- [Kambaku River Sands](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/kambaku-river-sands.md) — The beauty of the Timbavati Game Reserve is unfenced and open, waiting to be discovered. Kambaku River Sands is a place of sanctuary for Africa’s Big 5: the leopard, lion, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo and more. Our game rangers are seasoned experts and will furnish you with all the information you need as you encounter indigenous wildlife thriving in their natural habitat. Their home will become yours.At Kambaku River Sands, we’ve created an experience that will give you all the space and time you need to pause, breathe in and reconnect with the here and now. Our rooms and bathrooms are designed to create an atmosphere of blissful solitude. Glass-encased spaces invite the outside in as you immerse yourself in the vastness of the surrounding nature.
- [Escarpment Luxury Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/escarpment-luxury-lodge.md)
- [Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge](https://www.thesafaripartners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/accommodation/nkuringo-bwindi-gorilla-lodge.md) — Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge sits at a 7000-ft (2,161 meters) altitude on a magnificent ridge with stunning views across the rugged landscapes and beyond to the Virunga Volcanoes chain. Nineteen Rooms in eleven private cottages, two family villas, and four luxurious suites sit above the Bwindi Forest canopy with distinctive elegance and startling luxury amid forest trees, flowers, and shrubs. Locally styled furnishings grace the spacious rooms, and light fills the space from private viewing decks over the forest swath and beyond the entire Virunga Volcanoes chain. At the highest point on the property sits a grand lounge building housing the dining, drink, and coffee bar spaces with expansive 360-degree views of the gorgeous rugged landscape.Based on hundreds of reviews from guests, Nkuringo is an excellent base for gorilla trekking adventures in the south of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Nkuringo and Rushaga Sectors. The lodge is a six-time winner of the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the Leading Safari Lodge since 2016.