African Safari Holidays are usually fairly expensive and eager visitors often save a lifetime for the trip of, well a lifetime! Tourists expect to see wonderful wildlife, beautiful beaches and they also want outstanding value for money. I’m a travel writer and have an expert knowledge of some great value places to stay if you are going on Safari any time soon. We aren’t talking about the cheapest hotels, but what the venues offer for what you are spending. Book a room at these residencies and be in for a great value treat.
5 Kenya – Papillon Lagoon Reef
This 3 star resort in Kenya is situated by Diani beach, which is known to be the most picturesque beach in the country. The hotel is built in a traditional Swahili style, and has its own botanical gardens and local population of monkeys! This resort offers great value for those seeking a blend of safari and beach on their trip, and this is why this Kenyan hotel is great value, you’re getting the best of both worlds.
4 Tanzania – Selous Safari Camp
Selous is the largest game reserve in Africa, making up the size of a European country. There is a wide range of wildlife including elephants and lions on display in their natural environment. The actual camp is situated between the riverine and lake complex, where this is a high concentration of birds and animals. The camp has a pool area and nice tenting. This is such great value as it offers some of the best animal watching in Africa.
3 Zanzibar – Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar
This is a 5 star resort on the east coast of Zanzibar. There is an elegant atmosphere and the setting of the hotel is fabulous. True luxury can be experienced at Diamonds Dream, without a hefty price associated with it. What’s more this hotel is all inclusive and features a mix of African and Arabic themes running throughout. This is a small palace on the coast of Africa and you can pamper yourself in luxury for a great value price.
2 Botswana – Xugana Island Lodge
Botswana is renowned for fantastic safaris and once in a lifetime excursions due to its unique positioning between the Okavango Delta and Kalahari Desert. The makeup of the country means a Botswana safari could be one of the most exciting holidays you will ever go on. The Xugana Island Lodge is situated in one of the most stunning parts of the Okavango, and the facilities and ambience of the lodge is second to none. The lodge comes at a great price point and allows you the option of a private wooden chalet set among communal areas, a pool and mature gardens.
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1 Kenya – Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
This resort comes in at an unbelievable price for the amenities the hotel has to offer. Situated in Mombassa, this hotel has won numerous awards for its all around offering to guests. Rated 4 stars, you can savour the cuisine made from their own vegetable garden and locally caught fish. You’ll also enjoy unspoiled white beaches and some amazing African hospitality. Taking a safari trip is of course an option, and the hotel will take care of everything you could dream of to ensure you have the perfect African Holiday.
Bio: Steve is a travel writer for Africa Sky who is always seeking the best value luxury holidays to Africa.
