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Timbuktu Travel curates 6488 handpicked hotels and lodges across Africa, the Indian Ocean islands and beyond — from classic bush camps in the Serengeti and Okavango Delta to barefoot-luxe beach retreats in Zanzibar, Mozambique and the Maldives. Our collection spans iconic safari destinations including Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa, alongside island escapes, mountain gorilla hideaways and Indian subcontinent retreats. Every property has been personally assessed by our consultants, who can match you to the camps, lodges and hotels that fit your style and travel rhythm. Browse the full collection below, or speak to a Timbuktu specialist to start planning.

HOTEL H1 ISALO

Isalo

From $20 per person/night
Located within 5 min of Isalo National Park in Ranohira, HOTEL H1 ISALO features views of the surrounding mountains. Some of Isalo's natural pools are within 3.7 mi of the property. Each room at HOTEL H1 ISALO is equipped with a fan and a desk, and the private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. Guests can also enjoy a meal at the restaurant or relax on the sun terrace.

Game Haven Lodge

Thyolo

28 Rooms
A family-owned paradise where wildlife and leisure coexist in Malawi's verdant highlands.
Tucked away in the verdant Shire Highlands, just a short drive from Blantyre, lies a golden-hued retreat where wildlife roams freely against a backdrop of one of Malawi's last indigenous forests. Established in 2006 but born from a dream decades earlier, this family-owned hideaway stretches across 500 acres of pristine grasslands and woodland. The distinctive golden rock architecture blends beautifully with the surroundings, while inside, the atmosphere is one of relaxed luxury. Spend your days tracking nyala and sable on a game drive, perfecting your swing on the scenic golf course as zebras graze nearby, or simply unwinding by Lake Bvumbwe with a sundowner in hand as the famous Malawian sunset paints the sky in impossible hues. The perfect marriage of conservation and comfort.

Saba River Tented Camp

Danakil Depression

From $690 per person/night
A taste of Ethiopia's astonishing desert-scapes from a rustic and fantastic mobile camp.
Designed for overnight stays en-route and trekking trips, our mobile camps are simple but certainly comfortable! After a long day trekking, the camp is set up and waiting for you to arrive. Accommodation is in walk-in dome tents with comfortable camp cots and shared ablutions.

Lookout Villa at The Plettenberg

Plettenberg Bay

From $450 per person/night
Pods of whales and dolphins, darting seagulls and ocean views may all be enjoyed from this special and most exclusive accommodation option at The Plettenberg. At 190m2, and featuring three-bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, The Lookout Villa is the perfect option for families or groups of friends travelling together.

Plett Quarter Hotel and Apartments - Lion Roars

Plettenberg Bay

From $160 per person/night

Plett Quarter’s central location allows guests easy access to all the main attractions that this charming town has to offer. Stroll out of our front door to the many cafes, restaurants and shops that surround the hotel. If you feel like walking off your breakfast and enjoying a beach stroll, Plett’s popular swimming beach, Central Beach, is only a one kilometre walk away - but be warned, it is down a very steep hill!

Nestled inside is a gorgeous restaurant open to the public that embraces street facing café culture, with brilliant coffee and smoothies, fresh breakfasts, seasonal lunches, popular dinners and an extensive beverage list. However, the hotels’ most popular destination remains exclusive for guests. The expansive rooftop deck and pool bar on the top floor enjoys panoramic views of the Indian Ocean stretching out over Formosa (‘beautiful’) Bay, where whales are often spotted and watersports abound.

Family friendly, the hotel & apartments welcomes children of all ages.


BLOU in Keurbooms

Plettenberg Bay

8 Rooms
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From $220 per person/night

For decades the owners of Babylonstoren and The Newt in Somerset have been holidaying at Keurboomstrand on the Western Cape coastline. One of the most charming little beaches in the world, famed for its rugged coastline and unspoilt beaches. Over recent years, we’ve restored or upgraded a few beach cottages on a sea-facing strip of land.


BLOU has only eight self-catering cottages. They are dotted around a central courtyard with a swimming pool, sauna and steam room. It’s the epitome of barefoot luxury on the edge of the Indian Ocean.

Periwinkle Guest Lodge

Plettenberg Bay

From $170 per person/night
Periwinkle Guest Lodge is a 4 Star Luxury Lodge situated on Beachy Head Drive, Plettenberg Bay, directly across the road from the Robberg blue Flag Beach, a safe swimming beach. The Lodge is on 3 levels and has breathtaking views of the famous Robberg Peninsula, Tsitsikamma Mountains and the sea. All the rooms are very stylishly decorated and reflect the surrounding sea and mountains. Six of the seven rooms have balconies where guests can enjoy the panoramic view from the Robberg Peninsula to the right and the Tsitskamma Mountains to the left. The lodge can accommodate children, if the suitable rooms are available.

Barrington's Small Hotel

Plettenberg Bay

10 Rooms
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From $50 per person/night
The Barrington’s Small Hotel is an intimate 10 bedroom hotel situated directly above the Barrington’s Brewery and a few short strides from the impressive Barrington’s Restaurant and Bar. Expect personalised service and attention to detail which will ensure a stay that is as unique and memorable as the location itself. Barrington’s Small Hotel has four beautifully appointed Deluxe Rooms. Spacious and light, the Deluxe Rooms include private balconies with daybeds overlooking the beautiful Barrington’s kitchen garden or riverbank. Six white on white, light filled compact Standard Rooms overlook the valley behind Barrington’s. The rooms feature pristine linens and locally produced organic amenities ensuring an indulgent stay. Barrington’s is situated in the serenely beautiful Piesang River Valley, a mere 5 minutes away from the golden sands of at least one of Plettenberg Bay’s 6 premier Blue Flag Beaches. The world championship Plett Country Club Golf Course is a short 1.8km drive further up the valley. Quite the “perfect place” to stay & play.

The Ivory Haus

Plettenberg Bay

11 Rooms
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From $110 per person/night
Introducing The Ivory Haus, a brand new family-owned boutique hotel nestled in the charming coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, perfectly positioned on Main Street. Formerly known as The Grand, this stunning establishment has undergone a remarkable transformation and offers guests an unrivaled vantage point to soak in the quintessential views of Plettenberg Bay, where the azure waters of the ocean meet the majestic mountains.

Walkers Beach

Plettenberg Bay

From $210 per person/night
Indulge in an Exquisite Oceanfront Retreat at Walkers Beach, where you can immerse yourself in Unforgettable Luxury. Experience the Epitome of World-Class Hospitality in the breathtaking destination of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.

Koroi Forest Camp

Arusha

8 Rooms
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From $580 per person/night

Koroi Forest Camp is nestled in Arusha National Park, a quilt of natural habitats puzzled together between the towering peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru, playing host to a unique blend of biodiversity and wildlife. This dramatic landscape is shaped by the ash cone and cliff faces of Mount Meru that frames the park’s volcanic crater lakes and calderas.

Mount Meru Hotel

Arusha

From $170 per person/night
Located in Arusha, an oasis of tranquility on Tanzania's gateway to major tour tourist destinations regardless of the season, the hotel comprises of 178 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, 24-hour In-Room Dining service, an outdoor swimming pool and a well-equipped gymnasium. Mount Meru Hotel provides the perfect venue for meetings and events with more than 1500 sqm of meeting and banquet space, perfect for seminars, large conferences, cocktail events and corporate dinners, an ideal mix of categories to meet the needs of corporate and MICE visitors to the country.

Gran Melia Arusha

Arusha

From $260 per person/night
A coffee plantation hotel with Mount Meru on the doorstep and the Serengeti within reach.

Eighteen acres of coffee and tea plantation in the heart of Arusha — not the setting you'd typically expect from a city hotel, and that's precisely the point. The property rises up from its own working organic farm, with Mount Meru commanding the horizon and a water stream threading through the gardens below. It's a genuine gateway hotel, sitting midway between the Serengeti and Kilimanjaro National Parks, but it earns its keep long before you board a safari vehicle. The infinity pool set against Mount Meru, the rooftop restaurant supplied in part by the farm below, the spa, the glass-blowing workshop, the staff who regularly get singled out in reviews as among the best in East Africa — there's enough here to justify arriving a day early. Which you probably will.

Laba Mama Simba

Arusha

8 Rooms
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From $250 per person/night
Much more than just a luxury hotel, Laba Laba offers the unique experience of a walking safari in the heart of Arusha. This is complemented by a host of other activities, including day safaris in the Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks, spectacular panoramic flights over Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, and horseback riding.

Mount Meru Climb

Arusha

From $310 per person/night
Mount Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park, an area home to giraffe, buffalo, antelope and an array of birdlife. As the seventh highest mountain in Africa (third in Tanzania), expect a moderate to tough climb with technically difficult sections. Starting in the lowlands of Arusha National Park, the scenery changes from verdant forest and lush savannah to desolate rocky slopes, when approaching the summit. Your nights will spent in designated climbing cabins also know as a 'bunk houses.' These have a simple but comfortable setup, providing solace from the elements during the colder nights.

Siringit Villa

Arusha

6 Rooms
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From $260 per person/night
Luxe privacy in Siringit Villa’s serene hideaway
A luxury escape perfect for families or friends. With six opulent bedrooms, it matches the privacy of elite tented camps. Every room features expansive views and top-notch amenities. From the chic living spaces to the tranquil gardens and refreshing pool, this villa is all about upscale comfort and seclusion.
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