| Many people dream of going on safari; seeing animals | | | | go down from your balcony and you are free to |
| in the natural habitat and experiencing the beauty of | | | | drink in the sights and sounds of Kenya�s |
| the African landscape. A boutique safari hotel offers | | | | Lake Naivasha. |
| luxurious surroundings with an outstanding backdrop. | | | | What can I see? |
| Where is it? | | | | Safari holidays are designed to let you see big game |
| Many safari holidays are based in South Africa and | | | | and other wildlife in its natural habitat. There is |
| Kenya. South Africa is one of the largest African | | | | nothing more astounding than being in the same |
| countries, located at the bottom of the continent, | | | | environment as animals you�ve only ever |
| whilst Kenya is further north on the east coast of | | | | seen in a zoo or on the television. The plains of |
| Africa. | | | | Africa are home to a huge number of species, but |
| Where can I stay? | | | | most people want to see elephants, giraffes, big |
| The beauty of staying at a boutique hotel when | | | | cats, zebras, hippos and birds. Whatever your |
| you�re on safari is that it offers you the | | | | particular interest, the guides arranged by boutique |
| comfort and luxury you would expect from a city | | | | hotels can tailor your trip to give you the best |
| hotel, whilst also allowing you to experience the | | | | chance of seeing it. In addition to the animals, |
| unique landscape. The Makanyane Safari Lodge in | | | | don�t forget to pay close attention to the |
| South Africa is set within a huge game reserve and | | | | landscape itself. The wide plains, lakes and volcanic |
| features just eight suites, whose design includes | | | | formations all make for stunning photographs and |
| indoor and outdoor showers and glass walls so that | | | | unforgettable memories � and the perfect |
| your view of the park is undisturbed. Wide folding | | | | backdrop for some stunning sunrises and sunsets. |
| doors allow you to let the outside in and the hotel | | | | How do I get around? |
| organises safari drives and game walks so that you | | | | Once you�ve arrived at the airport, you will |
| can see everything you came for. In Kenya, | | | | need to drive or take a connecting flight to the game |
| Dodo�s Tower is a luxury boutique way to | | | | reserve. This can be organised for you by your hotel, |
| see big and small game up close. It�s | | | | who may also be able to arrange your safari tours. |
| expensive, but worth every penny, as a private | | | | These will either be in 4x4 jeeps, or special minibuses. |
| airstrip allows you to go wherever you want to, the | | | | You can also take safari walks with a trained guide, |
| excellent cuisine can be served as you watch the sun | | | | charter an aircraft or take a hot air balloon ride. |