1 April 2026 · Luxury lodges

Belmond Collection: Seamless Luxury from City to Safari

Belmond Collection: Seamless Luxury from City to Safari

The Belmond Collection captures the essence of Africa in a way that is both transformative and breathtaking. Whether you are immersing yourself in the wonders of an authentic safari or the vibrancy of Cape Town’s Mother City, every moment is thoughtfully curated to leave a lasting impression.

Our SAFARI.COM team is dedicated to showcasing the best of Africa. Belmond’s presence casts a glow across Africa’s landscapes, cultures, wildlife, and people, and we are here to share the magic. Voted Africa’s leading safari company for the last two years in a row, our team crafts unforgettable itineraries that include experiences across the three extraordinary properties in Belmond’s Africa Collection.

It takes a special collection to connect visitors to the city and the bush in perfect harmony, while maintaining a level of exclusivity and captivating old-world allure. Belmond delivers gracefully and effortlessly, and SAFARI.COM helps plan the details of your stay so that all you need to do is arrive.

When you book with SAFARI.COM, you hand the planning to an attentive team of experts, leaving you to look forward to what comes next: packing, preparing, and dreaming of your time in Africa! We’ve also extended our offer for FREE travel insurance to all bookings made by 24 April 2026, giving you the assurance you need to travel safely.

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Your view from Belmond’s Savute Elephant Lodge luxury tented room deck.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

Affectionately known as “The Nellie,” Belmond’s Mount Nelson Hotel is the collection’s legendary pink lady, its heartbeat in sync with the city and its skyline. Our SAFARI.COM team have become accustomed to its enchanting presence in the city of Cape Town, but we are always blown away by what lies beyond its palm-lined driveway.

This powder pink hotel radiates joy and is a classic representation of Cape Town’s colonial era, elevated by “Afro-modernist” touches. A landmark since 1899, Mount Nelson Hotel places you in the heart of Cape Town, at the foot of Table Mountain. We can book your stay in one of two signature suites for the ultimate indulgence, or in one of the hotel’s luxurious suites or rooms. An accessible suite is also available.

From high tea on the terrace and a relaxing afternoon in a poolside cabana to incredible discoveries on the famous Culinary Kombi tour, you will be swept up in the excitement of a genuinely Capetonian experience. Whether your stay follows a safari or precedes one, you will always cherish your time in the pink-walled oasis that has welcomed the world’s greatest explorers for more than a century.

At SAFARI.COM, we often hear from guests in awe of the rosy cottage gardens, quiet luxuries, and unmistakable care that goes into each stay at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel. It is playful sophistication and an elegant celebration of African cultures and history, in the heart of the Mother City.

Suggested Safari: 9-Day Opulent Cape Town & Sabi Sand Safari

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Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel luxury room
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The Librisa Spa at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge

Embark on a thrilling, world-class safari to Botswana’s famous Chobe National Park. Belmond’s Savute Elephant Lodge never fails to deliver deeply meaningful connections to wildlife and nature, however your story in Africa unfolds. This luxury eco-lodge strips back the noise of the world as you know it, replacing it with something much more real.

Botswana is a country defined by ecological contrasts and varied landscapes. Check in to one of 12 luxury tented suites along the lively Savuti Channel, where predator activity is part of the scenery, and elephants drift to and from the nearby waterhole, at peace with the world and in full view. Your tent, fully air-conditioned, is a spacious sanctuary in the wild, complete with a private and elevated deck for wildlife viewing.

Considered the elephant capital of the world, Savute is home to the world’s largest concentration of elephants. Along with the incredible lion prides and wildlife of Chobe National Park, game drives become a highlight during your stay. African culture and history run deep – observe San Bushman paintings that are over a century old, while traditions like campfire dining and African choir performances end each day on a high note.

The Savute Elephant Lodge merges safari excellence with refined elegance, captivating visitors from across the world. For SAFARI.COM, it is the details that matter most, as Belmond’s thoughtful finishes speak for themselves. Depending on the season you visit, you might even witness the second-largest zebra migration in Africa during your stay!

Suggested Safari: 8-Day Ultra-Lux Fly-In Madikwe to Chobe Safari

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The view from the luxury tented room at Belmond’s Savute Elephant Lodge
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The lookout Hide at Belmond’s Savute Elephant Lodge

Belmond Eagle Island Lodge

Deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta, time is ruled by the calls of the wild, and Belmond’s Eagle Island Lodge exists in serene, breathtaking isolation. As a luxury safari lodge surrounded by tranquil waterways, SAFARI.COM can curate your journey for the season, activities, and animals you are most interested in. The dry savannas and flooded plains offer remarkable diversity.

Twelve luxury tents welcome guests for the kind of unique safari experience only Botswana can deliver. Each tented suite features a private deck and plunge pool, where ever-changing channels of the Delta stretch across the vast, golden savannas. It’s not uncommon to see an elephant strolling past your deck, or a family of warthogs passing by at dusk, entirely indifferent to your fascinated stares.

As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Okavango Delta is one of the few places on the continent where game viewing can be done by mokoro, boat, horseback, and helicopter, in addition to bush walks and game drives. You are far from everything and can appreciate what truly matters in life – reflections in Africa can be life-changing.

Eagle Island Lodge is perfect for families and safari explorers ready to delight in something truly special. The interior style of shared spaces and private tents is rich and textured, with dark charcoal and gold shades that feel timeless. It’s like stepping out of yourself and into a world where nature comes first, and luxury is a given.

Suggested Safari: 15-Day Safari Adventure: Botswana, Victoria Falls & Zanzibar

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View from Belmond’s Eagle Island Lodge deluxy tented room
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Elephants visiting your private plunge pool at Belmond’s Eagle Island Lodge

Start Planning Your Safari with Confidence

Ready to make timeless family memories? At SAFARI.COM, we’re here to help you find the best safari deal for you and your loved ones.‍ Let our expert team craft something extraordinary. We’ll guide you with heart, insight, and insider knowledge every step of the way, before, during, and long after your journey. ‍

It’s time to explore. Email us at helpmeplan@safari.com, hit the WhatsApp button above, or call us toll-free on 1-888-SAFARIS (US & Canada).

Written by Kylin Sanan

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15-Day Safari Adventure: Botswana, Victoria Falls & Zanzibar
  • 15 days
  • Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zanzibar
  • 3 lodges
  • All-inclusive

15-Day Safari Adventure: Botswana, Victoria Falls & Zanzibar

  • 4 nights at Belmond Mount Nelson with Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula sightseeing
  • 2 nights at Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge tracking large elephant herds and predators
  • 2 nights at Belmond Eagle Island Lodge with mokoro and boat safaris in the Okavango
  • 3 nights at Victoria Falls River Lodge with guided tour of the Falls and Zambezi cruises
  • 3 nights beachfront at Essque Zalu Zanzibar with snorkelling and dhow cruise options
  • All inter-camp light-aircraft flights and regional transfers included
  • Bush & Beach
  • Honeymoon

Per person, complete package, from

US$18,090

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9-Day Opulent Cape Town & Sabi Sand Safari Special
  • 9 days
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

9-Day Opulent Cape Town & Sabi Sand Safari

  • 4 nights at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel in Cape Town
  • Full-day Cape Peninsula tour with Boulders Beach penguins and Cape Point
  • 4 nights at Cheetah Plains in the Sabi Sand on a fully inclusive basis
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives in private zero-emission vehicles
  • Guided bush walks with expert field guides and trackers
  • All internal flights and transfers between Cape Town, Hoedspruit and Johannesburg
  • Luxury
  • Big 5

Per person, complete package, from

ZAR 220,600 ZAR 261,400

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8-Day Ultra-Lux Fly-In Madikwe to Chobe Safari Special
  • 8 days
  • South Africa, Botswana
  • 2 lodges
  • Fly-in
  • All-inclusive

8-Day Ultra-Lux Fly-In Madikwe to Chobe Safari

  • 3 nights at Jamala Madikwe Royal Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Big Five game drives across Madikwe with optional guided walking safari
  • 4 nights at Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge in Chobe National Park
  • Twice-daily drives through the Savute region's vast elephant herds
  • Private dining under the stars and spa treatments between drives
  • All transfers, internal flights and Botswana park fees included
  • Luxury

Per person, complete package, from

US$12,160 US$12,720

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