Tuli Safari Lodge

The lodge's main area is a collection of thatched structures balanced on various levels of stone platforms, and houses a lounge and bar, dining room, gift shop and a lovely, paved pool area. Everything connects via stone pathways fringed by orderly green lawns, and the mixture of traditional architecture and minimalist, modern decor is a winsome match. Be sure to kick back on the outside decks and enjoy the incredible rock and baobab landscape, or take an easy stroll around the grounds and spot the dozens of birds, monkeys and small antelope.

The lodge consists of eight thatch and canvas suites, and two thatch and concrete suites, all tucked into the forest and with splendid river views. Both styles are equally luxurious - open plan with double beds (which can be split into two twins), a huge shady verandah and a generous ensuite bathroom with shower and freestanding tub. Rooms are bright and airy with a modern feel. The two more permanent structures offer air-conditioning for a bit of added comfort.

A day at Tuli Safari Lodge can be as busy or as low-key as you like: head out for an early morning game drive, and mix things up with a walk or an hour sitting in one of the hides, savour an afternoon drive or enjoy a night drive, which may just yield a rare glimpse of an aardwolf, aardvark or pangolin. Don't miss a day-trip to the confluence of the Shashe & Limpopo Rivers, the point where South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana meet. Otherwise, you might just want to take some time out and sit by the pool - and that's totally fine too.