South Africa

Bambuu Lakeside Lodge

From $117 /person

A relaxing lakeside retreat near the Kruger National Park

Nestled in the picturesque Sabie Valley, near Hazyview in Mpumalanga, Bambuu Lakeside Lodge is a short drive away from the Phabeni Gate of the world-famous Kruger National Park. Guests can take a day trip to the pristine Panorama Route and visit Blyde River Canyon, or relax with a cocktail from the Barra'buu Restaurant & Bar in hand while overlooking the lodge's beautiful private lake. Bambuu Lakeside Lodge takes multiple steps to maintain the beautiful area in which it sits, through conscious power and water use, sourcing sustainable food and limiting single-use plastic.

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Trips we think you'll love whilst staying at Bambuu Lakeside Lodge

22 nights
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0.408t CO₂

South Africa's Southern Coast Spoils

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From $5,890 /person

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0.270t CO₂

Garden Route Glamping: 15 Days of Wine, Wave and Whale Eco-Adventures

Adventure through South Africa’s great outdoors featuring thrilling nature sights and activities with eco-friendly stays for groups of all ages.

From $745 /person

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The Best of KwaZulu-Natal: Shores to Sanctuaries in 12 Days

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From $3,380 /person

Double Rooms

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The Double Rooms are decorated in warm earthy tones like that of the surrounding African landscape. Each room features a fitted queen-sized bed and leads into an open-plan en-suite bathroom with complimentary amenities. Guests also have access to their own coffee station and TV. There is the option to add a ¾ bed for children.

Luxury Double Room

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The spacious Luxury Double Rooms feature a fitted queen-size bed that looks on to large glass windows overlooking the beautiful lake. Each room includes an en-suite bathroom and complimentary amenities, as well as a coffee station and TV.

Double Lake Room

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The Double Lake Rooms offer guests access to a balcony overlooking the beautiful lake, which is home to hippos and plenty of birdlife, as well as the indigenous forest beyond. Each room features a fitted queen-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with complimentary amenities as well as a luxurious rain shower.

Luxury Double Lake Room

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The Luxury Double Lake Rooms are the perfect romantic getaway. Situated on the edge of the lake, guests can enjoy their morning coffee and watch hippos swim by through large glass windows from their king-size bed. These spacious rooms also feature en-suite bathrooms with complimentary amenities and a rain shower.

Double Rooms

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2

The Double Rooms are decorated in warm earthy tones like that of the surrounding African landscape. Each room features a fitted queen-sized bed and leads into an open-plan en-suite bathroom with complimentary amenities. Guests also have access to their own coffee station and TV. There is the option to add a ¾ bed for children.

Luxury Double Room

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2

The spacious Luxury Double Rooms feature a fitted queen-size bed that looks on to large glass windows overlooking the beautiful lake. Each room includes an en-suite bathroom and complimentary amenities, as well as a coffee station and TV.

Double Lake Room

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2

The Double Lake Rooms offer guests access to a balcony overlooking the beautiful lake, which is home to hippos and plenty of birdlife, as well as the indigenous forest beyond. Each room features a fitted queen-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with complimentary amenities as well as a luxurious rain shower.

Luxury Double Lake Room

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The Luxury Double Lake Rooms are the perfect romantic getaway. Situated on the edge of the lake, guests can enjoy their morning coffee and watch hippos swim by through large glass windows from their king-size bed. These spacious rooms also feature en-suite bathrooms with complimentary amenities and a rain shower.

Featured Trips

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0.562t CO₂

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From $8,717 /person

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0.183t CO₂

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From $3,380 /person

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0.611t CO₂

The Garden Route Glamour & Zululand Luxury Experience

Touch down in magnificent Cape Town and then leisurely peruse the Stellenbosch winelands, before exploring the gorgeous Garden Route, spotting whales along the way. Hop over to Zululand, where you will witness pristine wilderness and experience luxurious stays.

From $7,299 /person

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0.229t CO₂

11 days of South Africa's South Coast Luxury

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From $4,402 /person

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0.486t CO₂

Scenic Namibian Self-Drive Adventures: Remote, Exclusive & Wild

The first half of this trip takes you to the bucket-list item, Sossusvlei, followed by Namibia’s adventure capital, Swakopmund. In between exclusive and boutique stays, admire desert-adapted elephants and panoramic views in remote Damaraland, before revelling in extensive game drives through famous Etosha.

From $3,019 /person

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0.413t CO₂

A 16-Day Garden Route Honeymoon: Tranquil Trails & Treats

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From $5,110 /person

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0.624t CO₂

15 Days of Luxury Kruger & Garden Route Discoveries

This trip celebrates South Africa’s highlights with luxury stays that make the most of the beautiful natural surroundings. Cape Town welcomes you to its prime spots, while a lovely meander along the coast reveals the lush Garden Route. Ocean views then change to wide-open savannas with a finale at the Kruger

From $7,816 /person

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0.736t CO₂

Eco-luxury Safari, Sand Dunes & Stargazing

Discover the pristineness of Namibia’s hidden gems, featuring exclusive eco-lodges and revitalising wellness experiences. This self-drive adventure takes you through unique landscapes and remote regions with stops at the world-famous dunes of Sossusvlei, the wilderness of Skeleton Coast, multi-day hiking trails in Damaraland, and sleeping under the stars at Kwessi Dunes.

From $9,514 /person

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0.037t CO₂

10 Days of the Cape Winelands in all its Splendour

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From $1,159 /person

20 nights
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0.902t CO₂

The Perfect Namibian Honeymoon: Salt Pans, Sunsets, and River Sanctuaries

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From $8,285 /person

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0.538t CO₂

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From $5,358 /person