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Timbuktu Travel curates 6450 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.

Ol Tukai Lodge

Amboseli & Chyulu Hills

Popular |
80 Rooms
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From $180 per person/night
A large, modern bush resort with spectacular views of Kilimanjaro.

Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the larger safari establishments in Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, with 80 luxurious African-style rooms and a vast central area set within manicured lawns. The rooms are protected from the ever-present herds of elephant and other passing wildlife by an unobtrusive boundary fence for peace of mind. This is an Eco-rated lodge, with excellent modern facilities offering a choice of family-friendly accommodation and romantic seclusion, with the special three-bedroom, sole-use Kibo Villa for the ultimate private experience. There are plenty of activities available at the lodge, and guided game drives are offered in the surrounding national park, which always promise to be epic.

Legado Mitico

Buenos Aires

From $230 per person/night
A sleek boutique hotel teeming with personality and Argentinian history.

Legado Mítico Buenos Aires is a one-of-a-kind bolthole with a unique theme: everything about the hotel honours emblematic characters of Argentinian politics, literature, music or art. Exquisitely decorated and boasting amazing hospitality, a stay here feels like a first-hand immersion into the country’s history and culture - and that's without even stepping outside the front door! But step outside you must, for it will be straight into the heart of trendy Palermo Soho, a bohemian and uber-trendy neighbourhood of Buenos Aires where restaurants and bars, cafes and galleries spring from every corner and there's always something new to see.

Recoleta Grand, Buenos Aires, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Buenos Aires

142 Rooms
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From $190 per person/night

Recoleta Grand is your gateway to the best of Buenos Aires—where timeless charm meets modern spirit. Located in the heart of the Recoleta neighborhood, this Recoleta hotel Buenos Aires invites guests to explore a city rich in culture, history, and vibrant energy. Whether you're searching for Recoleta Buenos Aires hotels or simply the finest hotels in Recoleta Buenos Aires, Recoleta Grand offers a refined, welcoming atmosphere that’s both unique and memorable.


Wander through historic landmarks, savor local cuisine, or enjoy a restful retreat. Recoleta Grand isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to feel the soul of Buenos Aires.

Chobe Elephant Camp

Chobe

Popular |
12 Rooms
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From $430 per person/night
Sleep amongst the elephants in this rustic, farmhouse-feel lodge in the game-rich Chobe.
Simple but stylish and well-conceived, this small lodge is ideally-placed for daily adventures into the Chobe National Park (the nearest gate, a 10-minute drive away) and is easily accessible from Kasane, Victoria Falls or Livingstone. Nestled on a rocky ridge above the Chobe River, it overlooks the vast floodplains and game-rich river. An eco-minded outfit from the ground up, Chobe Elephant Camp is constructed with only the local wood that is in ample supply. It's also made clever use of another resource - the sandy soil; sandbags are stacked and plastered over to create the walls of the main area and chalets, with the added benefit of keeping things cool.

Silk Path Hotel Hanoi

Hanoi

106 Rooms
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From $40 per person/night
Effortlessly chic, perfectly positioned—an urban hideaway in Hanoi’s heart.
This sleek escape sits right at the crossroads of Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter and the tranquil charm of Hoan Kiem Lake. Whether you’re wandering through narrow streets lined with street food vendors or taking in the calming views from the rooftop terrace, the hotel offers a seamless blend of modern luxury and authentic local charm. Expect refined rooms, stellar service, and a location that puts the very best of the city at your feet—perfect for the modern traveller seeking both adventure and relaxation.

Somalisa Camp

Hwange

Popular |
7 Rooms
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From $630 per person/night
Elegant tented camp in the home of the elephants.
Somalisa lies in a private concession in Zimbabwe's biggest national park - Hwange - most famous for its huge population of elephants. The camp is tucked away in a camelthorn acacia island on the edge of an ancient watercourse which draws lots of game to its sweet grazing and thirst-quenching waterholes. The camp was recently rebuilt and now offers an extremely high level of comfort, while remaining true to its original focus: an experience of this great African savanna and its spectacular wildlife.

Muddy Teak

Hwange

4 Rooms
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From $670 per person/night
Hwange truly shows off at this charming, intimate camp in the heart of elephant country.

There's something deliciously rebellious about Muddy Teak in Hwange National Park... In fact, this exclusive-use camp throws out the safari rulebook entirely! Fancy dropping your fork mid-dinner to chase lions? Go right ahead. With just four tents bookable only as a complete takeover, you'll have your own guide, vehicle and the freedom to follow wildlife whenever you like. The waterhole that gives the camp its name acts as your own personal wildlife arena, drawing enormous elephant herds, sable and the odd lion pride throughout the day. Operating from May through to November, this is the kind of safari life that is unscripted and deeply, deeply authentic.

Camp Chitubu

Hwange

6 Rooms
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From $670 per person/night
A wild ridge-top safari camp in remote Hwange with big game, big skies and superb walks.

Tucked away on a ridgeline in Hwange’s remote Sinamatella region, Camp Chitubu is the kind of place you find when you’re truly searching for wilderness. Overlooking a natural spring and open salt pan, the camp sits at the heart of prime big-game territory and offers access to the walking safaris that Zimbabwe is renowned for — slow, immersive journeys where every track and birdsong tells a story. It’s intimate, unfussy and wonderfully wild; mornings drift in with the dawn chorus, and evenings end under star-splashed skies with lions calling from somewhere out in the dark.

Sindabezi Island Lodge

Victoria Falls

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5 Rooms
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From $640 per person/night
A beautiful hideaway on an exclusive private island in the middle of the Zambezi River.
If you’re hankering after the bush then idyllic Sindabezi might just be the place for you. Set on a secluded private island in the middle of the Zambezi, this is the only bush camp in the Victoria Falls region and a luxurious and really rather romantic option. The 5 tasteful chalets are open to the gentle sounds of the river and views of the pristine wilderness take centre-stage. And if you can drag yourself away from this tranquil haven, the jaw-dropping Falls are only a short boat ride away, just waiting to be explored…

Tambo del Inka

The Sacred Valley

128 Rooms
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From $310 per person/night
Treat yourself to a sanctuary-like escape in the Sacred Valley with the river at your feet
Tambo del Inka is an ideal escape in the Sacred Valley for a spot of indulgence in beautiful luxury. Set in a privileged location by the Vilcanota River, with panoramic views of the majestic Andes and only a 5-minute walk from Urubamba’s main square, the hotel is an oasis of greenery and calming water features. With common areas designed to cater to the needs of every traveller (think fine-dining and wining, heated pools, game room, bar, therapeutic spa...), it’s the perfect rest and recharge spot on your way to or back from Machu Picchu.

Camp Sossus

Sossusvlei

8 Rooms
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From $390 per person/night
An exclusive, private desert retreat in Namibia's Neuhof Nature Reserve.

Camp Sossus is an exciting, semi-permanent tented camp offering an exotic desert retreat for avid campers. It promises a unique Namibian experience, and the chance to enjoy the Greater Sossusvlei-Namib area through the exclusive Neuhof Nature Reserve. The eight tents sit in a naturally formed amphitheatre in a granite outcrop in the heart of the region, perfectly sheltered from the desert winds, and nearly invisible in the beautiful landscape. Activities-wise, look forward to multi-day walks, nights sleeping beneath the stars, hot air balloon flights and helicopter or fixed wing scenic flights.

Wake Living

Medellin

From $90 per person/night

Immerse yourself in thoughtfully curated spaces where nature, design, creating meaningful experiences in this hotel. From the gym to the serene Wake Park, each amenity is designed to nurture your connection with yourself and the vibrant spirit of Hotel in Medellín.


Each luxury apartment at El Poblado de Wake incorporates these amenities to make your stay much more than just lodging. A complete ecosystem where design, nature, and well-being connect in every corner of the building.

Patio del Mundo

Medellin

From $70 per person/night
Colourful & packed to the rafters with travel stories, this is a real oasis in Medellin.
Set in the centre of the buzzing but leafy neighbourhood of EL Poblado Provenza, the Hotel Patio del Mundo is a set of two carefully-renovated houses surrounded by gardens brimming with colour. A blend of Colombian and French style, the hotel is filled with items collected on the owners' travels and each of the rooms are named after a place they've visited. While the busyness of the city seems to just fall away in this charming location, you're still an easy taxi ride away from the major attractions of Medellin, including the iconic Botero Plaza and the street art hub of Comuna 13.

Mazike Valley Lodge

Queen Elizabeth

8 Rooms
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From $260 per person/night
Rustic bush luxury in Uganda’s Valley of the Apes.
Rising from the ashes of the recently fire-damaged Kyambura Game Lodge is the renamed Mazike (Luganda for "chimp") Valley Lodge. It's a new addition to Uganda’s luxury camp portfolio, and we are great fans of its location – a chimp-rich valley in the gorgeous Kyambura Game Reserve, 30 minutes from the main northern gate to the Queen Elizabeth National Park. The lodge has just eight lovely bandas, constructed from sustainably sourced materials to blend into the wilderness. And what a magical wilderness it is – picture dramatic mountains, crater lakes, pockets of dense rainforest, savannas, wild rivers and incredible wildlife.

Honey Bear Bush Camp

Queen Elizabeth

5 Rooms
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From $760 per person/night
The only camp in the whole reserve with hippos splashing right outside your tent.

Named after Ava Gardner's sassy character in the classic film 'Mogambo', this chic safari camp embodies sophistication in the wild. Perched on the southern bank of the Kazinga Channel within Kyambura Game Reserve, Honey Bear is the sole camp inside this exclusive corner of Queen Elizabeth National Park. With just five beautifully appointed tents overlooking the water, you'll wake to hippos grunting and elephants coming down to drink mere metres from your bed. The camp serves as a perfect base for chimpanzee tracking in the mysterious Kyambura Gorge, boat safaris along the channel, and game drives through Uganda's most popular park.

Elephant Plains Lodge

Queen Elizabeth

From $390 per person/night
Where the world splits in two and tusked giants come to drink beneath your window.

Perched 941 metres-above-sea-level on the Albertine Rift's western escarpment, Elephant Plains Lodge claims one of Uganda's most spectacular viewpoints. Set on 80 acres of pristine wilderness within Queen Elizabeth National Park, the lodge sits so close to the equator that the monument is visible from every angle. With Lake Kikorongo on its doorstep where elephants gather each evening to drink, and panoramic views stretching across the Kasenyi Plains to Lake George, this is what being in the wilderness is all about. The lodge's grass-thatched cottages blend seamlessly into the landscape, while solar power and locally-sourced materials keep the environmental footprint to a minimum.

Sudamala Resort Komodo

Komodo

From $70 per person/night
A beachfront retreat, perfect for unwinding before or after your Komodo adventure.
Nestled on the quiet shores of Labuan Bajo, this resort offers stunning views of the Flores Sea. It is the ideal base for adventurers heading to Komodo National Park, with easy access to nearby islands. With its stylish villas, infinity pool, and impeccable service, the resort provides a luxurious yet laid-back atmosphere. Whether you’re lounging on the beach, indulging in spa treatments, or planning your next boat trip, it’s a tranquil haven where nature and comfort go hand in hand.

Baitong Hotel & Resort Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh

106 Rooms
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From $40 per person/night
A hotel that doesn't miss a trick when it comes to achieving an atmosphere to remember.
Nestled within the very heart of BKK1, one of Phnom Penh's trendiest districts, this resort is a true oasis amidst the bustling streets. The rooms and restaurants form a shell around a multi-layered garden where one pool trickles into another and vines are draped over every wall. Inside, elements of rough stone, unfinished wood, leather and metallic touches work together to create an industrial look with an added layer of warmth and sophistication. Its flagship restaurant, Kuang, is preceded by others of the same name, which have been making quite the reputation across Asia – you certainly won't be disappointed.

Jungle Addition Hotel

Phnom Penh

18 Rooms
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From $30 per person/night
A townhouse a few steps away from the Royal Palace in the Phnom Penh historic quarter.

Rght in downtown Phnom Penh, Cambodia's vibrant capital city, and yet you'll hear only birds chirping in majestic trees and the serene gongs of Wat Botum, the royal pagoda nearby.

Tucked in a quiet alley, the period townhouse has been carefully renovated, keeping lovely features such as cement floor tiles with natural pigments. A large swimming pool and shaded lounging areas are nestled in the luxuriant gardens. Jungle mood and tranquility a few steps away from the action.


Penh House Hotel

Phnom Penh

52 Rooms
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From $20 per person/night
Feel the 'Pearl of Asia' vibes right in the heart of Phnom Penh historic district.

Acclaimed for its magical rooftop lounge and pool, Penh House has a lot to make you feel like a modern nomad enjoying an oasis respite.

Bazaruto Sands

Bazaruto

4 Rooms
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From $790 per person/night
An island getaway the celebrates the unique beauty and unspoilt nature of Bazaruto Island.

Resting lightly among the dune forests on the shoreline of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Bazaruto Sands is an authentic, exclusive boutique ecolodge with a purpose. Thoughtfully designed spaces, genuine Mozambican hospitality, and a peaceful coastal setting come together to create a luxury that feels effortless and truly connected to place.

Jardin Vanille

Nosy Be

12 Rooms
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From $160 per person/night
Walk with lemurs and enjoy the views at this jewel of a lodge.
Nosy Komba is a volcanic island off Madagascar's northwest coast. Holidaymakers visit the island's north, but on the southern shores is a quieter, more remote destination – Jardin Vanille. This idyllic hotel lies on a steep hillside overlooking a sheltered turquoise bay, with views across the blue to the mainland and Nosy Be. Friendly staff welcome your arrival, then lead you up a flight of steps and through rocks and lush vegetation to the hotel's handful of rooms. If you're looking for a quiet corner of paradise with good service, lovely food and clean, spacious accommodation, you've found it.

White Paradise Zanzibar

Zanzibar

From $140 per person/night

At White Paradise, relaxation and adventure go hand in hand. Retreat to the comfort of your private villa, or step outside and uncover the island’s endless wonders. Zanzibar is a place designed for discovery, from historic landmarks to breathtaking natural beauty, its treasures are never far away.


Savor unique culinary experiences right on the beach at the main restaurant, where you are offered an à la carte menu prepared with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Thecuisine draws inspiration from around the world while staying true to the authentic flavours of Zanzibar

Isaraya Luxury Over Water Villas

Zanzibar

Come on and indulge yourself with a lifetime of lasting memories.

Isaraya Luxury Over Water Villas in Zanzibar are located over-water on Konokono Beach Resort‘s jetty. In a world apart from the steel and concrete structures of a modern city these exclusive water villas have been conceived with modern style and comfort, while still retaining an authentic, rustic East African feel - evident with the Makuti thatched roofs blended in with Teak, Mahogany and Mangrove wood used in their construction. Hence, designed with all the luxuries you certainly might want for your stay coupled with an impeccable service to ensure privacy and exclusivity.

The Mora Zanzibar

Zanzibar

From $440 per person/night

Nestled on the shores of paradise – Zanzibar’s Muyuni Beach – The Mora Zanzibar welcomes you with laid-back luxury, where unscripted service, culinary freedom, and elevated experiences converge to create a haven of effortless relaxation.


At The Mora Zanzibar, you’ll find a beautifully designed space that blends local architecture with modern style and enchanting scents, creating a place you’ll want to get lost in. Whether you’re seeking relaxation with a book, fun with family by the pool, or an exploration of local culture, everything is tailored to your vision of a perfect getaway.

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Zanzibar

Popular |
20 Rooms
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From $170 per person/night
Laid back Zanzibari charm

Zanzibar’s allure is hardly a secret but picturesque Pongwe Beach, on the quieter eastern side of the island, has managed to remain somewhat under the radar. There’s no high-gloss, glitzy resorts here either and Pongwe Beach Hotel is as unpretentious, laid back and utterly divine as it gets. Think airy, white-washed cottages scattered along a secluded stretch of white sand, hammocks and palm trees blowing in the breeze and sapphire waves lapping at the shore. So what are you waiting for? Grab a fresh pineapple juice and a bikini and come to Pongwe for some relaxation of the sun, sea and sand kind.

Ycona Luxury Resort

Zanzibar

40 Rooms
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From $490 per person/night

Ycona Luxury Resort in Uroa, Zanzibar, is a 5-star, award-winning eco-conscious boutique retreat blending Italian design with African style. Experts in sustainable luxury, Ycona is located on a private 500m beach, featuring 40 private villas with private pools, lush gardens and multiple dining options with a huge focus on sustainability, wellness, and high-end service



The River Camp at Ol Pejeta Conservatory

Laikipia

From $560 per person/night
Magnificent Mount Kenya views & the world's last northern white rhinos on your doorstep.

Perched on the banks of the Ngobit River with Mount Kenya's snow-capped peaks as its backdrop, The River Camp delivers intimate luxury in one of Africa's most pioneering conservation areas. Sprinkled along the riverbank, there are just eight tents (the camp has a max of 20 guests), making sure you get the full exclusive experience in renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Beyond Big Five encounters, you'll witness leading conservation efforts firsthand, from tracking lions with researchers to meeting the planet's last two northern white rhinos. With private decks overlooking wildlife watering holes and spa treatments after action-packed days, it's safari sophistication with serious conservation credentials.

Loisaba Tented

Laikipia

4 Rooms
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From $540 per person/night
Experience ancient culture, endless activities and unique wildlife at this luxurious camp.

Loisaba Tented Camp embodies a true balance between people, landscape, culture and the wildlife. Set in the thriving Laikipia region of central Kenya, the lodge aims to touch your mind, body and soul while on safari in this unique and beautiful land. You can't help leaving truly moved. Loisaba also encourages local communities to get involved in the lodge. This philosophy infiltrates every part of the ranch and conservancy, and the local Samburu and Maasai tribes are full partners in the project. Head out into the local conservancy in search of big game such as lion, elephant and buffalo (as well as unique species such as the Grevy's zebra and reticulated giraffe), with a rare insight into the nomadic Samburu and Maasai people's cultures and traditions.

Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort

Mendoza

16 Rooms
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From $230 per person/night
A casa with style that almost rivals the beauty of Mendoza’s lustrous wine country.

Casa de Uco is what a wine enthusiast's dreams are made of. Sitting right in the middle of a gorgeous 320-hectare estate at the foothills of the Andes, the eco-friendly resort harmoniously blends in with the surrounding vineyards and natural environment. Conceived by a world-renowned architecture firm, the modern aesthetic of the property provides a sophisticated atmosphere, whilst the activities on offer really round off an unparalleled wine experience and beautifully showcase what the local culture is all about. Picture yourself ending the day soaking in your suite’s standalone tub, a glass of cabernet franc in hand, just taking in the scenery…

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