You can't miss those Top 10 eco-luxury safari lodges in Africa!
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You can't miss those Top 10 eco-luxury safari lodges in Africa!

Eco-luxury means you get the full “wow” factor (wildlife, design, service) while the lodge actively reduces impact: solar power, smart water systems, plastic-free policies, and strong support for conservation + local communities. These 10 picks are ideal if you want a safari that feels premium and responsible at the same time.

You can't miss those Top 10 eco-luxury safari lodges in Africa!

Our top picks: You can't miss those Top 10 eco-luxury safari lodges in Africa!

1 Marataba Safari Lodge South Africa – Waterberg (Marakele area)

This is eco-lux done properly: a high-end safari lodge in the Waterberg with a strong conservation mindset, low-impact operations (solar and smart resource use), and a true “remote wilderness” feel. Expect guided game drives, beautiful suites, and that rare mix of polished comfort + authentic bush atmosphere.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 1938 USD per night

““Where luxury feels lighter on the land.””
Marataba Safari Lodge – hotel photo
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2 Jock Safari Lodge South Africa – Kruger National Park (southern region)

A classic eco-lux safari stay inside the Greater Kruger ecosystem: serious guiding, old-school safari romance, and a strong respect for the natural setting. It’s ideal if you want a premium lodge experience with the “real Kruger” feel—wildlife, riverine landscapes, and thoughtful, low-impact hospitality.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 1300 USD per night

““Safari heritage, refined.””
Jock Safari Lodge – hotel photo
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3 Timbavati Safari Lodge South Africa – Greater Kruger (Timbavati region)

A more accessible eco-leaning safari lodge option in the Greater Kruger area, giving you strong wildlife potential (including big cats) while keeping a “bush first” atmosphere. Great if you want a comfortable base for game drives without the ultra-exclusive price tag—still very much a safari, still very much special.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 400 USD per night

““Big wildlife, calmer spend.””
Timbavati Safari Lodge – hotel photo
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4 Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge Kenya – Maasai Mara (Siria Escarpment)

Perched high above the Mara, this lodge is all about epic views and a quieter, more exclusive feel—while staying close to the action. It’s a great eco-lux pick for couples and photographers: dramatic scenery, elevated tented suites, and easy access to game drives in one of Africa’s most iconic safari regions.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 450 USD per night

““Wake up above the Mara.””
Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge – hotel photo
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5 Ecoscience Center & Luxury Lodge Tanzania – Tarangire area (near Makuyuni)

A rare blend of boutique lodge + real science center: you’re staying in comfort while supporting research and conservation around Tarangire. It’s one of the most “eco” entries on the list, with a genuinely educational angle—perfect if you want luxury that also feels meaningful and different from the usual safari script.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 240 USD per night

““Luxury that teaches you something.””
Ecoscience Center & Luxury Lodge – hotel photo
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6 Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented camp Tanzania – Serengeti (Seronera / Central Serengeti)

If you want the eco-lux “tented camp” vibe—canvas, stars, campfire energy—this is a great fit. You get a more nature-connected stay than a classic lodge, but still with comfort, service, and a strong Serengeti location for game drives (especially if you’re targeting big cats and the central wildlife corridors).

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 350 USD per night

““Canvas luxury, Serengeti soundtrack.””
Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented camp – hotel photo
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7 Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp Uganda – Queen Elizabeth NP (Katunguru / Kazinga Channel area)

This is for travelers who want eco-lux with variety: classic game drives plus the famous boat safari feel of the Kazinga Channel region. It’s a strong pick for Uganda because you’re mixing landscapes, wildlife, and that lush, green “different from savannah” atmosphere—without giving up comfort.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 220 USD per night

““Where the channel is the show.””
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp – hotel photo
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8 Kadizora Camp Botswana – Okavango Delta

Botswana is the home of eco-lux safaris, and Kadizora fits that spirit: remote delta setting, water-and-wildlife experiences, and an “all-inclusive in the bush” rhythm that makes everything feel seamless. It’s ideal if you want a premium Okavango-style safari without overthinking the logistics.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 1240 USD per night

““Okavango magic, wrapped in comfort.””
Kadizora Camp – hotel photo
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9 Hippo Island Okavango Delta Botswana – Okavango Delta (Nxaraga / NG16 area)

A water-focused delta experience: think boat time, birdlife, reed-lined channels, and a softer, slower safari mood compared to big-game plains camps. It’s a great eco-lux choice if you want the Okavango’s wetlands, sunsets over water, and that “we’re truly in the delta” feeling.

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 650 USD per night

““More water, more wonder.””
Hippo Island Okavango Delta – hotel photo
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10 Thamalakane River Lodge Botswana – Maun (gateway to the Okavango)

A smart eco-leaning “gateway lodge” if you want comfort, atmosphere, and an easy base near Maun before/after flying into the Okavango. It’s not a deep-bush tented camp—but it’s a stylish, nature-forward stop that makes the logistics feel smooth (and your safari feel more premium overall).

Take me to the Hotel, at the best price! from 200 USD per night

““Your calm river reset.””
Thamalakane River Lodge – hotel photo
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