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​​​​​​When you have time, plan a holiday with Dragonfly Africa!"
   
Many of us have recently been house-bound and unable to explore beyond our doorstep. We’ve been watching meme’s of people on treadmills pretending to be waiting for their luggage on the carousel at the airport and even dressing up only to go nowhere. Soon these will all be memories.

But now that we have a little more time than usual, maybe it’s time to sit down and plan your next trip.

What about something exciting? What about something on your bucket list? What about an African Safari? 
Here are 5 fantastic camps and lodges to fuel your wanderlust whilst stuck at home. We’ve even included a beach option for you to soak up the sun after an exciting few days on safari.
  
andBeyond Phinda Homestead, KwaZulu-Natal.
In this exclusive sole-use safari villa, the beauty of Africa’s wide open spaces is drawn indoors. Large sliding doors in four luxurious suites let in breathtaking vistas of the vast landscape below. Personal touches and the warmth of The Homestead’s dedicated staff, including a private ranger, tracker, butler and chef, bring renowned African hospitality to life.

The exclusive use of an open 4x4 safari vehicle allows you to set your own game drive times, while an interactive kitchen caters for informal yet delicious dining. A rim-flow pool on multi-level viewing decks shows off the bush from dawn to dusk. This is safari on another level.
  
andBeyond Ngala Tree House, Kruger National Park
Experience the romance of Africa under a blanket of stars in the luxurious Ngala Treehouse, a remote, yet safe retreat in the middle of the reserve, far from Wi-Fi and artificial light. The treehouse features two sleep levels including a covered and weatherproof space with a king-size bed, hot running shower and flushing toilets.

An elevated sleep-out platform allows you to slumber al fresco under a retractable screen. Enjoy sundowner drinks and snacks on the upper deck, a picnic and midnight treats. Completely off the grid, this treehouse promises luxury and comfort while offering the most exclusive wilderness experience.
  
andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, Namibia
Cradled against the ancient mountains, andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is renowned for its luxurious accommodation overlooking the starkly beautiful Namib Desert. Designed to capture the splendour and solitude of the desert, ten stone and glass suites spread out along the curve of the escarpment, allowing absolute privacy. Each air conditioned suite is furnished to complement the majestic hues of the desert and features a private veranda, split-level bedroom and living room with fireplace, en-suite glass-encased bathroom & outdoor shower.

The suites are equipped with a star-viewing skylight, discrete music system and custom-stocked personal bar. The guest area, where walls have become windows that fold away completely, boasts unimpeded desert vistas. The split-level lodge boasts a fire-lit bar, comfortable sitting room, wraparound veranda and Safari Shop. A fine selection of wines from an impressive walk-in wine cellar complements the delicious meals.

Guests can escape the desert heat with a revitalising midday dip in the pool, fed by water from an underground spring. At sunset, animals are drawn to a nearby waterhole, enhancing desert sundowner drinks. A state-of-the-art observatory and resident astronomer provide insight into the magnificent constellations of Africa’s first International Dark Sky Reserve.
  
andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge, Zanzibar
Exclusive yet unpretentious, andBeyond Mnemba Island is an award-winning private beach paradise just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar. Ten beachside bandas overlook a pristine coral reef (a scuba diver’s delight) at this romantic, private hideaway. From snorkelling, swimming and kayaking to massages on the beach and simply doing nothing at all, andBeyond Mnemba has something for everyone.
  
andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge - 'the game lodge at the top of the world'. Nearly three million years old, the ancient caldera shelters one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on earth.

An eclectic blend of teak panelling, Victorian furnishings and whimsical African touches creates a sumptuous atmosphere that is as elegant and unique as the Crater itself. In this place of dramatic contrasts, anything is possible and the natural luxury of the beautiful setting ensures the dramatic interior of your suite blends perfectly with its stilted thatch architecture.

Divided into three camps, 30 suites with banana leaf ceilings and grass roofs provide an intimate and exclusive experience. Personal butlers discretely cater for each guest’s every need, bringing tea in bed, stoking fireplaces and drawing bubble baths.
   
  
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There are so many reason to sell Africa! Learn more about the 'wow' factors of this wonderful destination and what Dragonfly Africa has to offer! Register for our webinar below!
   
  
News & Updates From Our DMC Partners
Opening for tourism!
On June 15th, all visitors are welcome to Iceland - On entry into Iceland, guests must enter immediate 14-day quarantine, testing for COVID-19 upon arrival or present a cleared health certificate from health authorities in home countries approved by the Icelandic Directorate of Health.
   
Why Not Try?
Hot Air Ballooning in Kandalama, located in the central province of Sri Lanka operates from November - April! This unique experience allows guests to admire bird's eye views of dramatic landscapes, while drifting over thick jungle canopies, feel the serenity of a hot air balloon flight. You might even be lucky to spot an elephant or two. 
Did you know?
Atacama desert is the driest place in South America. Amazon River is the world's largest river basin. Angel Falls are the world's highest waterfalls. The Andes are the world's longest mountain range.
Malta - Fun Fact! 
The name of the island nation is supposedly derived from a Greek word meaning “honey.” The island has an endemic species of bee, which produces a unique type of honey for which the island is very well known.
Fancy a tipple?
When in Scotland, a visit to the Macallan's new space-age distillery is a must. Discover the most expensive spirit in the world. Or, perhaps stick to the more traditional whisky routes and drams - taking in some of Scotland's finest castles at the same time.
Explain?
The Ngorongoro Crater was formed when a large volcano erupted and collapsed on itself. This explosion created a caldera approximately two and a half million years ago.
  
Explore?
Greece has more than 2,000 islands, of which approximately 170 are populated. Greece’s largest island is Crete
Believe it or not?
It is said the Turks introduced coffee to Europe and they gave the Dutch their famous Tulips! Turkey is also home to the oldest known shipwreck on Earth which was found and excavated in Uluburun near Kas in the Mediterranean Sea.
Did You Know!
Did you know Madagascar is home to nearly 60
species of lemurs ranging in size from the 25-gram pygmy mouse Lemur to the indri Lemur.    
Visit.
Carcassonne is a must visit destination on your next barge holiday in France!  The French medieval fortified city is located in the plain of the Aude between historic trade routes, linking the Atlantic to the Mediterranean Sea and the Massif Central to the Pyrenees. 
Generosity!
When Ernest Hemingway won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954, he presented his 23-karat gold medal to the people of Cuba. Hemingway place his medal in custody of the Catholic Church in El Cobre, a small town outside of Santiago de Cuba for display. It remains there until this day. 
History fact!
Built in the 17th century, Meknes, located in northern Morocco, is a UNESCO World Heritage site; one of the imperial cities in the country.
  
  
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