{"id":43513,"date":"2016-04-14T13:49:24","date_gmt":"2016-04-14T18:49:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=43513"},"modified":"2018-02-27T15:36:51","modified_gmt":"2018-02-27T21:36:51","slug":"5-awesome-african-safari-lodges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/5-awesome-african-safari-lodges\/","title":{"rendered":"Jungle Book fever: 5 awesome African safari lodges"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mowgli is one lucky little dude. His epic journey in The Jungle Book<\/em>\u2014now in theaters\u2014provides him close encounters with the kinds of untamed wildlife\u00a0most of us only dream about.\u00a0Then again, imagine how happy this little boy might’ve been if he were to experience Africa through the lens of an upscale accommodation? With that in mind, here are 5 awesome African safari lodges.<\/p>\n

Also: To which country does your state travel the most?<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Mara

Mara Explorer in Kenya<\/p><\/div>\n

Mara Explorer: Kenya<\/strong>
\nWe want to go here, like now. The Mara Explorer<\/a> in southwest Kenya is smack dab in the middle of the Massai Mara National Reserve\u2014one of the country\u2019s most celebrated areas for viewing wildlife. While most camps and lodges serve as an excellent base of exploration, at Mara Explorer migrating wildebeest, watering elephants and big old hippos can often be seen from one of the lodge’s ten, river-facing luxury tents. What really gets us though are the deep-soaking, outdoorbathtubs\u00a0and the thought of getting all sudsy with the sounds of the bush just steps away.\u00a0Take us there now!<\/p>\n

\"Neptune

Neptune Ngorongoro Crater Luxury Lodge in Tanzania<\/p><\/div>\n

Neptune Ngorongoro Crater Luxury Lodge: Tanzania
\n<\/strong>Turn your head in one direction and you might spot a sea of pink flamingoes while on the other side of you there may be a pair of languid cheetahs. Such is the splendor of the Ngorongoro National Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site\u00a0and of the seven natural wonders of Africa. Perched upon the lip of the crater\u00a0is the all-inclusive\u00a0Neptune<\/a>\u00a0composed of 20 private log cabins with fire place, king-sized canopy beds, large showers and an on-call butler service. \u00a0There is also a swimming pool and the Mvua African Rain Spa on site, but you may be too captivated by the views of the crater to even notice.<\/p>\n

\"Chobe

Chobe Marina Lodge in Botswana<\/p><\/div>\n

Chobe Marina Lodge: Botswana<\/strong>
\nReady for close encounters of the elephant kind? Chobe Marina Lodge<\/a>, located a stone’s throw from the entrance to Chobe National Park, offers all kinds of creature comforts such as microwave ovens, patios, minibars, 24-hour room service and an outdoor pool while being in close proximity to all the creatures you’ve come to Botswana to see. Speaking of which, Chobe National Park is flush with all kinds of jungle critters including leopards, wildebeests, cheetahs, hippopotamuses, zebras, wild dogs, lions and tons of elephants. End each amazing day with a round of golf at nearby Mowana Golf Course.<\/p>\n

\"Ntwala

Ntwala Island Lodge in Namibia<\/p><\/div>\n

Ntwala Island Lodge: Namibia<\/strong>
\nTalk about rare and exclusive, the Ntwala Island Lodge<\/a> is comprised of just four luxury suites making it an incredibly private camp. Each contains its own private plunge pool, furnished patio, outdoor sala bed, private outdoor shower and luxury bathroom with double vanity.\u00a0Fly fishing is a big deal here, but if you’ve come to see animals you can get up close and personal with them from the comfort of your own guided mokoro\u2014as each suite comes with its own guide and boat! Chobe National Park is only a short distance away and the Victoria Falls are\u00a0close enough for a day trip.<\/p>\n

\"Bakubung

Bakubung Bush Lodge in South Africa<\/p><\/div>\n

Bakubung Bush Lodge: South Africa<\/strong>
\nKruger National Park might be the bigger name, but Pilanesburg Game Reserve\u00a0is no slouch when it comes to top-notch\u00a0animal viewing. The park puts safari goers in close proximity to more than 10,000 large mammals including big cats, elephants, zebra, buffalos, kudus, impalas and both black and white rhinoceros. Family-friendly\u00a0Bakubung Bush Lodge<\/a>, meanwhile, offers spacious grounds including flood-lit tennis courts, a volleyball court, swimming pool, spa, playground and rooms which feature their own private balcony and patio\u2014perfect for viewing the nearby hippo pools.<\/p>\n

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