Before Africa has been known for mass tourism and today with the expansion of the development of the various international chain of hotels, safari lodges and exclusive camps, the high number of luxury travelers flows to Africa.
Life changing eco-friendly lodges and exclusive camps are set and designed with the concept of protecting the nature. Most of these facilities offer very manageable rooms say from 06 – 08 rooms and built up using the real African raw materials.
Singita’s Lodges & Camps
Singita is a South Africa based international hospitality industry offering almost 15 safari lodges and camps in Southern and East Africa. Singita the name means “place of miracles” and when you book your luxury safari in Rwanda stay at any of the facilities you will surely evidence the true meaning of this name.
Therefore, it is much possible now to take a combined Southern East African safari enjoying the wildlife and primates in East Africa. Singita has various Villas and if you want the pure luxury experience in Africa simply travel with Eco Tours Rwanda and you will have a well-designed luxury safari itinerary across East Africa.
That is visiting Tanzania Rwanda Safari and here you will go Serengeti and Volcanoes in Rwanda. While on this safari itinerary you will experience the great wildebeest migration and the great mountain gorillas in the mist.
Among the safari lodges and exclusive camps to think about include the Ebony Lodge, Ebony Villa, Boulders Lodge, Castleton, Lebombo Lodge, Lebombo Villa, Sweni Lodge, Pamushana Lodge,
Malilangwe House, Sasakwa Lodge, Faru Faru Lodge, Sabora Tented Camp, Serengeti House, Singita Explore, Mara River Tented Camp, Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House.
Therefore, if you are planning to take a luxury safari in South Africa, Tanzania and Rwanda. It is Singita to stay, it offers 06 luxury safari lodges and camps in Serengeti and then 02 facilities in Volcanoes – Rwanda and now it is possible to enjoy luxury safari in Serengeti and the luxury gorilla safari in Rwanda.
One & Only Resorts – Rwanda
Almost every new safari property opening has turned its eye towards eco-friendly practices, conservation programmes, and sustainable approaches in order to have minimal impact on the area in which it is built. We fully embrace these properties for their efforts in becoming eco-friendly, and now we list our collection of favourite eco-friendly lodges in Rwanda primate’s destinations.
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge
It is 5-star resort that is set at the foot slopes of the Volcanoes National Park with the cool environment of the eucalyptus trees. Each cottage is set with the fabulous wood and raised up to offer nice view of the landscapes. While on your luxury gorilla safari in Volcanoes National Park this is the best eco-friendly lodge to stay nearing this gorilla sanctuary.
It offers spacious 08 suites and can accommodate 16 people in total and with our groups we offer every year we can easily block the facility and though this facility is located in the very cold environment the lodge has swimming pool. There is so many other activities that you can experience while staying at the lodge.
One & Only Nyungwe House
This is another luxury safari lodge facility managed by the One & Only Resorts in Rwanda and offering the spacious stay while on your chimpanzee trekking in the Nyungwe Forest National Park – Rwanda. Therefore, with the eye to eye of this hotel chain in Rwanda, has developed both facilities in both Rwanda primates’ parks and makes it easy to combine the gorilla chimp’s safari in Rwanda.
The facility offers 08 suites and spacious swimming pool and we can accommodate 16 people in total and if you are a group or family members and you want to experience the great primates in Rwanda you can book our special package the One & Only Resorts – Rwanda 05 day safari itinerary.
Therefore, if you are looking for the pure luxury Rwanda safari holiday book with us and we have variety of itineraries and we shall customize your trip depending on your choice. Our safari packages can be enjoyed by car drive or flying from the Kigali international Airport.
More so with the new Rwandair direct flight between Kigali and London it is now easy to take short flights from London in the night and then in the next morning land at Kigali Hub and start your safari in Rwanda or to the nearby safari region like Uganda or Democratic Republic of Congo – Virunga.
With this new route from London it is much easier to take a short gorilla trek in Rwanda or Uganda and then in the next few days return back to work. Therefore, if you want to take a weekend gorilla safari contact us and we will help you arrange this holiday and you can leave London on Friday night and then Saturday you begin your 02 day gorilla safari and then Sunday night fly back and then on Monday you back at work.
Apoka Safari Lodge, Uganda
Nestled in the heart of Uganda’s wilderness, Apoka Safari Lodge is one of the best eco safari lodges in the country. The lodge is built on a hillside overlooking a Savannah plain, and guests on a luxury Uganda safari can enjoy stunning views of wildlife from their rooms.
The lodge is completely solar-powered, and all of the buildings are made from sustainable materials. With everything hand made by local craftsmen, you will never want to leave this natural oasis. Guests can go on game drives to see lions, elephants, and other animals in their natural habitat or take a walk through the lodge’s beautiful gardens.
Therefore, if you are looking at the full enjoyment of this facility stay at least 3 – 4 nights here and you can experience as many game drive viewing as you can and then relax at the stunning private balcony of your cottage with the million view of the park landscapes.
Accessing this lodge can either be by land car driving as now the roads are very clearly smooth and with our spacious safari land cruisers you will enjoy the ride. But for those interested to go by air still we can customize for you working with reliable domestic charter airlines.
Bisate Lodge – Rwanda
Resembling weaver bird nests found alongside many Rwandese rivers, the rooms at Bisate Lodge are cocoons of comfort and slick design, with bamboo balconies facing Mount Bisoke, contemporary geometric styles, and huge bathrooms with large resin bathtubs. As well as simply enjoying their stay in one of the most luxurious properties imaginable, guests of Bisate participate in the rehabilitation and conservation efforts set up by ecotourism company Wilderness destinations.
With emerald-green chandeliers made from recycled glass and other features constructed using local volcanic stone, Bisate Lodge is a vision of jungle character and luxurious eco - accommodation.
Additionally, prior to opening in 2017, it was involved in a community-based project centred on indigenous reforestation. Now welcoming guests, Bisate is forging forwards with rehabilitation and biodiversity conservation efforts, focusing primarily on the iconic yet Critically Endangered species: the mountain gorilla.
Ngare Sero Lake Natron, Tanzania
Is for that tourist who is seeking something a little different for their trip to Tanzania. This is not an experience involving luxury – it’s all about adventure and scenery. Walking is the main focus, and without doubt the area offers some of the best walks in Africa.
There are trails along the shores of Lake Natron, where you can see fossilized footprints of the Homo sapiens that traveled through the volcanic ash over 120,000 years ago. Hikes to Engare Sero Waterfalls and the climb up the area’s active volcano, Ol Doinyo Lengai, are highly recommended.
Though most activities revolve around the stunning walks on offer, there is also some superb bird watching – stay here between November and April, and you can see approximately 2 million flamingos filling the lakes.
What makes the area even more special is the eco - centric camp. Its Bedouin-style tents are decorated with hammocks, sumptuous Persian rugs, and large pillows strewn across the place – and each unit is sheltered under camouflage netting. The camp has been designed so that, if it was dismantled, it would leave no trace and the landscape could self-restore in full.
El Karama Eco-Lodge, Laikipia, Kenya
El Karama is a strong contender for one of Africa’s most eco-friendly lodges. Set within the Laikipia district, El Karama is actually based on a private working cattle ranch where conservation is key. It follows a reduce, reuse, and recycle policy, and the lodge uses 100 per cent solar energy. Most of the buildings and structures have been constructed from reclaimed dead wood, and even the swimming pool is eco-friendly – it uses the ECO smart system, which is the first of its kind in the area.
This low-key property is a great choice for families on a first-time trip to Kenya, it has a number of activities: guests can go on tours of the ranch, enjoy game drives in the wildlife-filled area, and take day trips, which could include camel walks, half-day horse rides, or a rhino retreat. Even going on a game drive has a beneficial impact on the region, as every guide involved in this activity submits a report on wildlife counts and sightings, which in turn helps with wildlife monitoring and research.
Tswalu Kalahari, Eco-Lodge South Africa
Located in the northern reaches of South Africa, in the heart of the Kalahari Desert, lies Tswalu Kalahari. This luxury lodge makes its way onto Jumbari’s list of Africa’s top eco - lodges for their commitment to the conservation of the Kalahari and sustainable eco - tourism practices. In support of ecological research on the eco - systems of the Kalahari Desert, The Tswalu Foundation was established to make more informed conservation management decisions on the property.
Guests staying at Tswalu have the opportunity to accompany researchers studying fauna and flora and witness conservation in progress. In addition to Tswalu’s active practices in conservation, both lodges on the property (The Motse and Tarkuni) were built from organic materials without compromising on luxury. This eco - lodge in South Africa is an ideal location to introduce children to the principles of conservation through a variety of fun and interactive activities offered at the lodge.
Chobe Bakwena Eco-Lodge, Botswana
Traveling to Botswana with your family? Bakwena Lodge is one of the top recommended stays for eco - travellers who are serious about sustainable travel in Africa. This privately owned eco - lodge is located on the banks of the Chobe River and has been built to tread lightly on the environment.
The lodge’s eco - credentials include their natural swimming pool filtered entirely by plants – the perfect place for your children to cool down after a hot day in Botswana – as well as their employment policies, the source of their food and building methods.
In their efforts to conserve water and the use of electricity in the area, the rooms feature fans as opposed to air conditioning and showers rather than bathtubs. Activities offered at the lodge encourage guests to explore on foot or by bicycle, whether it is visiting a local village or partaking in a walking safari, ‘green’ practices are at their core!
Little Makalolo, Eco-Lodge Zimbabwe
Located in Hwange Nationals Park, one of Zimbabwe’s most ecologically-diverse areas lies eco - lodge Little Makalolo. Consisting of only 6 tented suites, the camp ensures a lighter environmental footprint through the use of solar power for lighting and hot water. In addition to their energy-saving initiatives, each tented suite features both indoor and outdoor showers as opposed to bathtubs. Little Makalolo is also an active participant in the conservation of Hwange’s wildlife through their partnership with conservation organizations.
Sindabezi Island Lodge, Eco-Lodge Zambia
Sindabezi Island Lodge sits at the forefront of sustainable travel and accommodation in Zambia. This eco - lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River strives to minimize their noise pollution, carbon footprint and their impact on the local flora and fauna. The lodge is entirely solar powered with no grid dependency – wastewater is pumped with solar energy; cooking is done with gas cookers and paraffin lamps are used as supplements. In addition, all cleaning products and room amenities used in the lodge are biodegradable.
The lodge is also committed to supporting local businesses and communities through ordering the bulk of their wood supplies from sustainable forests in the Copper belt near Ndola. When it comes to food, the kitchen at Tongabezi is supplied with fresh, organic vegetables from its very own garden! And what about plastic? The lodge has their own sparkling bottling system that is saving 20,000 plastic bottles and 2,000 tin cans a year.