A fantastic story runs via all Belmond properties, trains and ships all over the world, and the African continent isn’t any exception to the model’s signature parts: gorgeous surroundings, compelling tales and unparalleled experiences. From the long-lasting pink Mount Nelson Lodge in Cape City to 2 safari camps in Botswana — Eagle Island Lodge and Savute Elephant Lodge — Belmond affords you the African trip of your desires.
The place to go on a luxurious child-friendly vacation in Africa with Belmond
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Lodge, Cape City, South Africa
This pink resort is a well-known Cape City landmark, recognized for its views of Desk Mountain and entry to all that’s taking place within the dynamic metropolis. With 198 rooms and suites, the 5-star “Nellie” is taken into account one of many prime luxurious accommodations on this metropolis, with the best mixture of leisure and concrete journey.
Afternoon tea at Mount Nelson is famous (full with an expert tea sommelier) and eating choices embrace lengthy, lazy lunches and fashionable dinners on the model new and really energetic Purple Room by Chef’s Warehouse, which opened in April. This pan-Asian cocktail bar and downstairs restaurant resembles a secret speakeasy the place households can collect to share a chef’s alternative menu of 12 small plates; {couples} can snack on dim sum in a darkish nook; and finest pals can brag concerning the celebratory Peking duck, the restaurant’s signature dish. Additionally on the culinary entrance, Scottish chef George Jardine took over because the resort’s head chef in February; has introduced a world of expertise to the long-lasting pink landmark and to Verandah’s three-course dinners, the place the menu adjustments each two weeks.
Ciao Bambino Household Journey Advisor Susan Robinson shares her expertise of a latest keep at Nellie: “There was interval wallpaper, mirrors and delightful upholstery. The gardens all through the property had been dotted with palm timber and English rose gardens,” she says. “There have been Victorian cottages and buildings and a billiards room and examine tucked away on the primary flooring – with wood particulars and leather-based chairs, this property has a distinctly English really feel.”
She additionally cherished the cat that lives within the foyer, the heated pool, the luxurious Librisi Spa and the welcome champagne upon arrival. The placement, he says, was one other plus.
“It is not on the waterfront, however alongside Kloof Road, which is stuffed with eating places, bars and retailers. You possibly can simply stroll out the facet entrance of the resort and also you’re proper in the midst of all of it. You’ll really feel snug right here in your honeymoon or with your loved ones,” says Susan.
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Safari in Belmond
Belmond’s two safari lodges invite friends to the last word Botswana journey, the place elephants, lions and zebras (oh my!) parade the horizon; sunsets flip African skies pink and orange; and chic tented rooms, connoisseur eating places and picturesque sunsets make for an ultra-luxurious household trip within the savannah.
Eagle Island Lodge
This luxury, sanctuary-style safari lodge is situated deep inside the Okavango River Delta, the place the floodwaters entice a wide range of wildlife. When the Delta is in full flood, you may go by canoe or motor boat. Helicopter excursions with land sport are additionally supplied.
“Friends will see a wide range of aquatic life through the wet season from June to September, together with massive colleges of kingfishers, elephants frolicking within the water wonderlands, crocodiles and an abundance of waterfowl,” says Cindy Roberts, director of gross sales and advertising for Belmond Safaris. “Through the inexperienced season, the main target is on land sport drives, evening drives and strolling safaris, the place friends can see a wide range of cats together with lions, leopards and cheetahs, in addition to wild canine.”
Because the Belmond is in a personal concession, what you will not see are folks from the surface world. Sleep soundly within the lodge’s 12 spacious tented rooms, with luxurious bedding on king-size beds with mosquito nets and personal terraces with plunge swimming pools.
Sunsets on the waterfront bar supply unimaginable views of the sundown, provides Cindy: “Do not miss the Okavango Gin. It is a selfmade beer in Maun and is the proper drink for a day sundown.”
Savute Elephant Lodge
Within the coronary heart of Chobe Nationwide Park and nestled alongside the Savute canals, the lodge is a cluster of 12 en-suite tented rooms, with four-poster beds coated in mosquito nets and personal terraces for a quiet morning espresso. Ask for a room with a view of the watering gap, the place the animals come to quench their thirst at any time of the day.
“That is the elephant capital of the world and friends will see these large animals in abundance. The realm can be recognized for its lions, and in that space we have now two large prides, the Northern Satisfaction and the Marsh Satisfaction, each of that are in fierce competitors,” Cindy explains. “As well as, we have now the second largest zebra migration that takes place right here from November to April, and so they are available in hundreds from the Linyati area.” Again on the lodge, friends can get pleasure from a day pool and unforgettable sunsets beneath the baobab timber.
ADVICE: Word that Chobe Nationwide Park is open to the general public, so skilled tour guides and self-driving automobiles roam the park.
For households, each places are an aspiring adventurer’s dream come true, Cindy says.
“We’ve our junior ranger program, and youngsters ages 6 and up can be part of us and be taught all concerning the animal kingdom, together with the 5 [leopard tortoise, ant lion, elephant shrew, rhinoceros beetle and tbuffalo weaver]. We love to start out educating them about wildlife and assist them develop a ardour for this stunning a part of the world,” she says.
Every cottage has a swimming pool and meals are full board – breakfast, lunch and dinner – consisting of surprising African dishes ready by gifted cooks. Dine alfresco beneath the celebs or beneath cowl throughout inclement climate, surrounded by vibey lantern gentle.
“In each huts there’s an à la carte model meal. We additionally manage shock snacks, lunches and picnics for friends,” says Cindy. “Then we have now a boma the place we have now a barbecue-style dinner, often twice every week, with a deal with tradition and custom, with singing, dancing and storytelling across the hearth.”
As one among Belmond’s unique hand-picked Bellini Membership members, Ciao Bambino can move on unique advantages, reminiscent of credit that can be utilized on the on-site spa and retail shops or on any premium spirits. Friends can even obtain welcome treats and a letter from the final supervisor acknowledging the Bellini Membership company. Ask your journey advisor for extra info.
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Editor’s Word: Images courtesy of Belmond.