| people dream of going on safari; seeing animals in | | | | as you watch the sun go down from your |
| the natural habitat and experiencing the beauty of | | | | balcony and you are free to drink in the sights |
| the African landscape. A boutique safari hotel | | | | and sounds of Kenya’s Lake Naivasha. |
| offers luxurious surroundings with an outstanding | | | | What can I see? |
| backdrop. | | | | Safari holidays are designed to let you see big |
| Where is it? | | | | game and other wildlife in its natural habitat. There |
| Many safari holidays are based in South Africa and | | | | is nothing more astounding than being in the same |
| Kenya. South Africa is one of the largest African | | | | environment as animals you’ve only ever |
| countries, located at the bottom of the continent, | | | | seen in a zoo or on the television. The plains of |
| whilst Kenya is further north on the east coast of | | | | Africa are home to a huge number of species, |
| Africa. | | | | but most people want to see elephants, giraffes, |
| Where can I stay? | | | | big cats, zebras, hippos and birds. Whatever your |
| The beauty of staying at a boutique hotel when | | | | particular interest, the guides arranged by boutique |
| you’re on safari is that it offers you the | | | | hotels can tailor your trip to give you the best |
| comfort and luxury you would expect from a city | | | | chance of seeing it. In addition to the animals, |
| hotel, whilst also allowing you to experience the | | | | don’t forget to pay close attention to the |
| unique landscape. The Makanyane Safari Lodge in | | | | landscape itself. The wide plains, lakes and volcanic |
| South Africa is set within a huge game reserve | | | | formations all make for stunning photographs and |
| and features just eight suites, whose design | | | | unforgettable memories – and the perfect |
| includes indoor and outdoor showers and glass | | | | backdrop for some stunning sunrises and sunsets. |
| walls so that your view of the park is undisturbed. | | | | How do I get around? |
| Wide folding doors allow you to let the outside in | | | | Once you’ve arrived at the airport, you |
| and the hotel organises safari drives and game | | | | will need to drive or take a connecting flight to |
| walks so that you can see everything you came | | | | the game reserve. This can be organised for you |
| for. In Kenya, Dodo’s Tower is a luxury | | | | by your hotel, who may also be able to arrange |
| boutique way to see big and small game up close. | | | | your safari tours. These will either be in 4x4 |
| It’s expensive, but worth every penny, | | | | jeeps, or special minibuses. You can also take |
| as a private airstrip allows you to go wherever | | | | safari walks with a trained guide, charter an |
| you want to, the excellent cuisine can be served | | | | aircraft or take a hot air balloon ride. |