10. Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp, Kenya
Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp, located in a 6,000-acre private game reserve in Kenya close to the Tanzanian border, exudes an air of Out of Africa opulence. The camp is situated on private property, so you can avoid the crowds of these popular parks and yet enjoy the wildlife-rich Serengeti National Park and Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Due to its dedication to sustainability and initiatives that benefit the neighborhood, Cottar’s is also one of only 10 Global Ecosphere Retreats that have received accreditation worldwide.
Don’t let the word “camp” scare you away. The opulent tents are a far cry from the standard family camping tents, and the attentive staff makes you feel like a king or queen. The knowledgeable Maasai trackers and guides are among the finest in the business, taking you to the typical “big-five” African wildlife encounters with lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, buffalo, and elephants. From July through November, you may see the wildebeest migration.
The 10 opulent tents are strategically spaced apart to enhance solitude and let you experience being one with nature without compromising any comforts. You may watch zebras and giraffes from your opulent four-poster bed as you drift off to sleep as hyenas and lions howl far out in the distance.
The retro Hemingway vibe is enhanced by antique furniture, oriental carpets, candelabras, steamer trunks, and ensuite bathrooms with hot showers and flushing toilets. However, if you’re really interested in reconnecting with nature, you might choose to have an unforgettable safari bath or shower in the heart of the savannah.
A living area with a fireplace and two bathrooms are included in family tent suites. Additionally, you may book a honeymoon suite or the Cottar’s Bush Villa, which has a 25-meter pool and sleeps 10.
Fresh ingredients produced nearby are used by the chef to create culinary masterpieces. Commonly, meals are served family-style in the enormous dining tent or in stunning wilderness settings.
Along with the wonderful wildlife drives and hikes, there are also opportunities to visit a Maasai community, float around in the pool, and indulge in relaxing spa treatments. All ages of kids are welcome.
