Four Seasons Safari Lodge

Where to start? The lounge and reception area both flow onto an expansive outdoor bar on the ground floor, and the restaurant sits adjacent, enclosed in glass for optimal views. At the core of the lodge is the atrium, with unobstructed views of the sky and tables that encircle a central fireplace. There's a cinema where wildlife docs are often shown and next to that, a beautifully curated museum with superb modern exhibits. And let's not forget the swimming pool, glittering and pure, and duly furnished with plenty of loungers - or the amazing wine cellar.

Although there are 72 rooms, each feels private and encapsulates the tranquillity of the bush. The 12 Terrance Suites all have doors that can slide away for a near-seamless union with the outside, and private decks with infinity pools and glorious outdoor showers. The 36 Horizon Rooms sit on the upper-level with impressive views from their balconies. The 24 Savannah Rooms have all the standard mod-cons, as well as a private veranda. Top of the pile is the villas. Set a good pace away from the main structure, they offer the utmost privacy and are staffed with a butler and cook on request. Villas come with one, two or three bedrooms and all have their own pools.

Game drives are the main activity at the Four Seasons and the flagship experience is, of course, the wildebeest migration. The location of the lodge lends itself perfectly to year-round game viewing, however, so even if you miss the wildebeest, don't despair - there's plenty to lay your binocs on. If that doesn't take your fancy, then you've come to the right place for it's not uncommon for guests to spend a substantial amount of time in camp, making use of the sumptuous facilities.