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African Gems: Unveiling the Continent’s Hidden Luxuries

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Welcome to my personal collection of Africa’s best-kept secrets—the luxurious retreats that whisk you away to a world of opulence, culture, and natural beauty. As a passionate traveler and seeker of hidden gems, I’ve scoured the continent to bring yo...
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Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

Jewel of Africa
 
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The five stars hotel is one of the most beautiful places on earth. So many to see and activities to do. I think I will need to do a list dedicated to this alone. It's heaven on earth and luxurious. The place built in 1904!!
The Victoria Falls Hotel - Zimbabwe

Ethiopia 🇪🇹

The Land of Origins
 
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A boutique lodge in the Simien Mountains, offering eco-friendly luxury and stunning landscapes.
LIMALIMO LODGE

Kenya 🇰🇪

The Pride of Africa
 
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Overlooking the Maasai Mara, it offers a bespoke safari experience with unmatched views!
ANGAMA MARA
 
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Offers a unique experience where guests can dine with giraffes roaming the grounds.
GIRAFFE MANOR

Mauritius 🇲🇺

The Continental Island
 
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A sublime resort with private pools and gardens, offering a sanctuary of peace and tranquility.
The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius
 
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A tropical oasis with exclusive access to a peninsula of white sand beaches and the Indian Ocean.
One&Only Le Saint Géran

Seychelles 🇸🇨

The Land of Perpetual Summer
 
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An exclusive retreat offering seven beaches, unique flora and fauna, and luxurious villas.
Fregate Island Private
 
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A private island resort offering villas handcrafted from local materials, nestled between pristine beaches and lush hills.
North Island, A Luxury Collection Resort, Seychelles

Zambia 🇿🇲

The Real Africa
 
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This hotel offers a blend of Victorian elegance and African warmth, near the Victoria Falls. They had a Sketch and Sip experience with beautiful look at the nature. Simply beautiful!
Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara

Mozambique 🇲🇿

The Mambas
 
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An eco-friendly resort on a pristine island, offering a blend of luxury and natural beauty.
Azura Benguerra Island
 
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Overlooking the tranquil waters of Ponta Mamoli, this resort offers horse riding on the beach and ocean safaris.
WHITE PEARL RESORTS

Namibia 🇳🇦

Land of the Brave
 
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A luxury desert retreat near the Sossusvlei dunes, providing a unique desert experience. Love sleeping outside under the stars!
Wilderness Little Kulala

Rwanda 🇷🇼

The Land of a Thousand Hills
 
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Offers a luxurious base for gorilla trekking experiences and cultural immersion. This place is a game-changer!
BISATE Lodge
 
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Set on the edge of Nyungwe rainforest, this resort offers a luxurious base for primate trekking.
One&Only Nyungwe House
 
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This is hidden gem of beautiful nature and luxurious stay. You will get to experience the Rawanda Coffee experience, cultural dances and so much more.
One&Only Gorilla's Nest

Tanzania 🇹🇿

The Land of Kilimanjaro and Serengeti
 
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Offers opulent interiors, antiques, Persian carpets, and magnificent views over the world’s largest intact and unflooded caldera. It is one of the seven wonders of the world. Providing a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience!
andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
 
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Grumeti Reserves, Tanzania An Edwardian manor house perched on a hill with sweeping views of the Serengeti.
Singita Sasakwa Lodge - Serengeti National Park Hotels
 
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A beachfront resort with a focus on wellness and sustainability, nestled in a spice garden.
ZURI ZANZIBAR
 
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It offers cultural heritage with luxury accommodation.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar - Stone Town

Madagascar 🇲🇬

The Great Red Island
 
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An ultra-luxurious eco-lodge on Nosy Ankao, offering private villas and pristine beaches.
Miavana by Time + Tide

South Africa 🇿🇦

The Rainbow Nation
 
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This place is simply magical art! within a historic grain silo complex, offering panoramic views from Table Mountain to Table Bay harbour.
THE SILO HOTEL - Capetown
 
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Known for its attention to detail, landscaped gardens, and extensive art collection, it’s a luxurious wine estate with a Graff Jewellery Boutique. Lovely spa too!! Quiet luxury is the vibe.
Delaire Graff Estate
 
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Frequented by celebrities, this hotel exudes old-world grace and has a private modern art collection, a brandy bar, and a vintage champagne cellar. So fine! The view of the ocean is breathtaking.
Ellerman House
 
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Exquisite! Cape Town’s iconic “pink lady” has been welcoming guests since 1899 with its discreet glamour and loyal clientele.
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town