Virtuoso Best of the Best 2009 - (Page 29) SIngITA gRuMETI RESERVES Serengeti National Park, Tanzania In Tanzania, Singita Grumeti Reserves has opened three distinct lodges catering to varying tastes and safari ambitions. Choose the Sasakwa Lodge for its awe inspiring position on a hilltop, offering a bird’s-eye view of the vast Serengeti plains below. Live an “Out of Africa” dream at Sabora Tented Camp, where opulent tents boast every modern comfort. Finally, Faru Faru Lodge, built in the style of a classic East African safari camp, offers elevated viewing decks over the watering hole, so you can watch the wildlife in comfort. The Serengeti, one of Africa’s most prolific wild areas, is a dream come true for the safari lover. DISTAnCE FROM pRIVATE AIRSTRIp: VIRTuOSO AMEnITy Handcrafted Nile Perch travel wallet souvenir and bottle of premium wine upon arrival. In ThE KnOW Take a private guided walk along the Grumeti River in search of the rare Colobus monkey, then relax with a picnic on the Serengeti plains. 29 20 minutes AF R ICA & M ID D LE E AST ThE ROyAL LIVIngSTOnE hOTEL Livingstone, Zambia Following in the footsteps of explorer david Livingstone, guests of The Royal Livingstone Hotel spend their days enjoying the endless outdoor pursuits the Zambezi has to offer. Cruise up the river in search of the Big Five, head out on an elephant safari or ride the rapids of the Batoka Gorge by jet boat. When it’s time for a little relaxation, return to your magnificent accommodations just steps from Victoria Falls; each room offers a private balcony or terrace, and the décor reflects African bush life. Here, next to one of the seven natural wonders of the world, you’ll experience the commingling of modern-day luxury and Nature’s finest. DISTAnCE FROM LIVIngSTOnE AIRpORT (LVI): VIRTuOSO AMEnITy Full breakfast for two daily and high tea for two, once per stay. In ThE KnOW The grounds are perfect for long strolls; you can walk all the way to Victoria Falls, where a private entrance provides complimentary access. 3 mi/5 km ThE VICTORIA FALLS hOTEL Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Visiting royalty, statesmen and celebrities have long chosen The Victoria Falls Hotel as their hotel of choice when visiting this dramatic site. With a charming blend of tradition and modern amenities, the hotel offers mesmerizing views of the falls. A private path brings you to the falls in less than a ten-minute walk. Be sure to enjoy high tea on the terrace, gazing down at the Batoka Gorge, the roar of the falls in the background. Should the urge arise, golf, whitewater rafting, helicopter sightseeing, elephant-back safaris, casino games and more are just a simple request away. DISTAnCE FROM VICTORIA FALLS AIRpORT (VFA): VIRTuOSO AMEnITy Ethnic gift, high tea for two on Stanley’s Terrace and guided shopping tour. In ThE KnOW Don’t miss high tea on the terrace – it offers the absolutely best views of the Victoria Falls Bridge and its daredevil bungee jumpers. 14 mi/23 km
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