Eco Luxury Camps and Lodges in the World

Bush Logde is a luxurious residence, set deep in the heart of the Sabi Sabi “bushveld,” and looking out over an enchanting lake. The lodge prides itself not only on its welcoming atmosphere but also on its personalised and impeccable service. Each suite has been specifically designed to blend in naturally with the savannah around it. All the suites are equipped with air conditioning, thatched roofing and refined ethnic furniture. The lodge also has a number of inner gardens magnificently designed and decorated with wooden sculptures, specially commissioned from renowned South African sculptors and using indigenous wood. Of the 25 suites, the Mandleve Suite is by far the largest and most luxurious - perfect for a loving couple on a honey moon. This glamorous suite includes a spacious bathroom, outside shower, private swimming pool, personalised safaris, a personal assistant and meals served within the intimacy of the suite itself. One of the lodge’s main attractions is its spa. By the careful and tasteful use of natural materials, this innovative and elegant bathing structure has been specially created to reflect the inviting and reposing atmosphere of the African bush.

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El Questro Wilderness Park is a unique Australian holiday destination, as well as a working cattle station, which is home to a herd of approximately 5,000. A million acres in size, El Questro is located in Western Australia’s untamed Kimberley Region, one of the last true frontiers. The El Questro Homestead is an exclusive retreat cantilevered over the magnificent Chamberlain River, where guests will enjoy absolute luxury, contrasted by the rugged Kimberley landscape. Catering to the most discerning clientele, friendly staff provide the highest standards of service and cuisine. The lodge offer as well a selection of enticing dining locations, from a private cliff top to the Homestead’s spacious verandahs. Decorated with artefacts and antiques collected from Indonesia and tropical Australia, the Homestead boasts a swimming pool, spa and tennis court set in lush, tropical gardens. The beautifully appointed, air-conditioned bedrooms contain refined artistic or craftwork objects which augment the sense of warmth and comfort. All the bedrooms have private bathrooms and verandahs, with relaxing views of the garden and river.

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Set amidst exuberant vegetation and accessible only by sea, Puyuhuapi Lodge & Spa is a unique combination of sophistication and simplicity. Travellers that venture to this uninhabited corner of the Chilean Patagonia, where birds porpoises and sea lions roam, are warmly welcomed by the lodge and its staff. The main building includes the reception desk as well as the communal area with three different warm and inviting areas, the charming fireplace, a pool table, games room, a well-stocked bar and the restaurant offering delicious cuisine. The food is wholesome and makes use of the abundant fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs, and spices grown in Puyuhuapi’s own garden. The specialities of the house are local fish and seafood. The lodge invites guests to explore and experience the stunning wilderness of Chilean Patagonia, a place of fjords, native forests, rivers, waterfalls, mountains and glaciers.

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Nihiwatu, an exclusive lodge built on a private reserve of 438 acres, is located in the Indonesian archipelago on the south-western coast of the island of Sumba. This island is well-known amongst divers and surfing enthusiasts for the exceptional beauty of the sea and coastline. Surrounded by dense tropical forest, rice terraces and a 2.5-km stretch of pure white sand, the eco-lodge is constructed in recycled wood, bamboo and local stone. All of the cottages at the lodge, magnificent examples of ethno-minimal architecture and décor and covered with thatched roofs, are fitted with elegant beds, outdoor relaxation areas with day-beds, bathrooms with showers and spacious verandas where visitors can observe the sun setting over the sea. The twin-bedroom Family Villas are ideal for families with children or two couples travelling together. The Haweri Villa, which occupies an area of 3 hectares, is ideal for people looking for absolute privacy. The restaurant, which is close to the beach, offers a refined ‘Asian Fusion Style’ cuisine with different menus served every day. The lodge offers a wide variety of activities including horse riding, diving, visits to the nearby villages, trekking, yoga and courses in massage technique.

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More than 40 world-renowned African safari camps across South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana, CC Africa operates exhilarating luxury safaris including Walking Safaris and Expeditions. Experience CCAfrica’s philosophy, throught its red hot last minute packages:

VICTORIA FALLS

* 3 nights Matetsi Water Lodge
* Transfers fom and to Victoria Falls Airport
USD 556 per person

NAMIB DESERT

*3 nights Sossusvlei Mountain Lodge
* Transfers from and to Windhoek International Airport
NAD 9673 per person

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Stay for 3, Pay for 2

Pay for two nights and receive the third complimentary: at Madikwe Safari Lodge or Ngala Safari Lodge.

Offer:1 to 3 night rate applies

Conditions:Minimum 2 guests

Minimum 3 nights stay

No single supplement is charged for the first two single rooms of a booking. Any additional rooms will have a 50 % single supplement levied.
Children aged 0 to 5 stay free of charge when sharing with 2 full paying adults.
Children aged 6 to 11 pay 50% when sharing with 2 full paying adults.

Validity:01 June 2007 to 30 September 2007

Includes:
* Accommodation in en-suite cottages
* 2 interpretive 3-hour game drives in an open 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced Ranger
* 3 delicious meals daily
* House wines, local brand spirits, beers and soft drinks
* Sundowner drinks whilst on game drive
* Tea, coffee and cake
* Emergency medical evacuation insurance

Excludes:
* Drinks not specified above
* Bed Levies
* Park fees where applicable
* Transfers to and from the lodge
* Gratuities

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Surrounded by dense vegetation, the Pacuare Jungle Lodge is situated on the banks of the Pacuare River in one of Costa Rica’s most pristine forest areas. Formed by a group of bungalows, the lodge was designed and created fully respecting the natural environment and observing the principles and criteria of sustainable ecotourism. The main complex includes a restaurant hall and a lounge provided with inviting hammocks, where guests can relax in peace. The suites are all made of natural materials and the architecture is reminiscent of the Costa Rican indigenous style. Interior furnishings are luxurious, yet simple, and include extra-large beds surrounded by wide window panels offering superb views of the tropical forest and the fabrics used are all produced from natural fibre. The soap and detergents provided in each bathroom are all biodegradable. The honeymoon suite, which has received many awards on account of its stunning hilltop location, blends in harmoniously with the surrounding natural environment and offers sweeping views of the surrounding rainforest, as well as a hanging bridge to a private treetop platform.

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Situated in the Mountain Pine Ridge nature reserve, close to S. Ignacio, Blancaneaux Lodge blends in perfectly with its luxuriant wooded surroundings. A small private plane links the lodge to the airport in Belize City. The inbound flight is spectacular, rewarding the visitor with magnificent aerial views of Victoria Peak and of the Chiquibul forest. The lodge has been designed with the aim of maximising luxury and comfort while at the same time remaining in harmony with its lush natural environment. Constructed using
local materials and conceived without air conditioning, televisions or telephones, Blancaneaux offers its guests a full immersion into nature. The accommodation is elegantly furnished and possesses a decidedly ethnic feel, with splendid views over the garden, the waterfalls and the tropical rainforest. From every corner the visitor is immersed in the sounds, odours and light of the forest.

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The Sabi Sabi philosophy of ‘yesterday, today and tomorrow’ stems from over 100 years of safari experience; a history richly woven into the atmosphere of each private game lodge. South Africa and its warm hospitality echo through the style of every one.
Sabi Sabi’s philosophy is based on two main principles:
* The first is the need to conserve rapidly dwindling areas and to provide a sanctuary for fauna and flora as part of South Africa’s heritage.
* The second is the belief that the business must be a true example of eco-tourism effectively linking tourism with conservation and the community. Sabi Sabi’s environmental management system is a holistic one, where the ecological needs are balanced with the needs of people and their communities, i.e. focussing on the interdependence of tourism, conservation and local communities.

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Gorilla Forest Camp is a permanent luxury tented camp nestled in the mountainous and mist-swathed rainforests of Bwindi National Park. Guest accomodation is in eight large tents, each with en-suite facilities and a separate bathroom with a bathtub looking out onto the forest itself. Each tent has a large wooden deck where guests can relax, enjoy meals and absorb the exotic mystery of the rainforest that provided the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Jungle Book. The tents are exceptionally spacious and have two queen-sized beds with headboards carved by Ugandan craftsmen. From this comfortable and indeed unique base guests can trek into the forest accompanied by a ranger and observe the gentle mountain gorilla in their remote forest habitat.

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