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Set in lush tropical gardens on a working coffee farm just outside Arusha, Legendary Lodge is a perfect get-away, offering peace and relaxation. The lodge features beautiful garden cottages, each with an inspiring view of Mount Meru from its own private veranda. Designed with a unique blend of African arts and old, colonial-style furnishings, the cottages offer king sized beds, air-conditioning, a separate lounge with a cozy fireplace and ensuite bathrooms with deep tubs and showers. The two-bedroom Kahawa Cottage is ideal for families, while two cozy ensuite rooms are available in the Old Farmhouse for those who prefer to be closer to the dining room and guest lounge. Guests can take advantage of personal minibars and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. Delectable gourmet meals are served in the gracious environment of The Old Farmhouse, while the Legendary Therapies Spa offers rejuvenating treatments (at an additional cost) in the elegant therapy room or in the privacy of the guest cottages.

Sanctuary Swala is set in a secluded part of Tarangire National Park The luxurious canvas pavilions blend seamlessly with the raw and natural beauty of Tanzania’s cinematic savanna. The open-plan rooms featuring elegant neutral-toned interiors are decorated with rich African textiles. King-size beds swathed in linens mingle fresh design with a new take on safari living. Indoor and outdoor bush-view showers ensure more magical moments while the floor-to-ceiling 180° views, and private decks, mean you won’t miss a sight. The elevated dining area, lounge and library, are set on stilts around ancient towering baobab trees. Relax with a refreshment at the bar or a swim in the pool after a day on safari, and as evening sets in, enjoy drinks and canapés around the camp fire; followed by dinner, as you discuss the events of the day. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the guests' tents. Sanctuary Swala treads with the lightest of footprints, without compromising on luxury.

Singita Faru Faru Lodge is situated in an untouched wilderness area of Grumeti Reserves in northern Tanzania. Faru Faru’s relaxed approach to luxury embodies a fresh take on African bush appeal. The stone, canvas and thatched suites (including a family suite and a 2-bedroom villa) have the air of a classic safari camp, yet the interiors offer the ultimate in contemporary chic with panoramic glass windows, mirrored room dividers and claw-foot baths. Views of a busy waterhole means the safari comes to you. Guests can lounge in the swimming pool overlooking the waterhole, recline in the lodge's elevated viewing decks, or unwind in the comfort of your luxurious room and watch as predators and prey are drawn right up to the lodge. The vast outdoor decks, interactive kitchen and multiple airy enclaves for dining and drinks add personality to every culinary moment.

The Retreat is a luxury boutique hotel and is Kigali’s first eco-friendly solar powered resort featuring locally crafted teak wood furniture and beautifully designed custom-built rooms with high ceilings. Each room is furnished with a private balcony/patio, separate sitting area, complimentary wifi, flat screen TV with satellite channels, fridge and mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, work desk and air conditioning. The comfortable bed features Frette Italian linens, a down duvet and pillow menu. The en suite bathroom includes a deep soaking bathtub and rainfall showerhead. Enjoy fine dining at the restaurant which merges culinary traditions from Italy, Mauritius, Morocco and elsewhere blended in with Rwandan ingredients creating a fusion of delightful flavor. The Retreat offers luxury amenities including heated saltwater solar powered swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, spa, fully equipped gym, generously stocked bar and front and rear private patio areas.

Singita Kwitonda Lodge is set in an area of exceptional natural beauty, with breathtaking views of the Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura volcanoes and the surrounding high-altitude forests. All of the suites offer uninterrupted views and have been designed as a luxurious refuge for post-trek relaxation with a cozy sitting area warmed by a fireplace. Thoughtful in-room conveniences include a well-stocked pantry and minibar and a private dining space. A private terrace with a fireplace and heated plunge pool encourages closer engagement with the surrounding landscape. The contemporary suites and villa are linked by volcanic rock pathways to the central lodge. The lodge interiors emphasize local design and handcrafted details adorn the carefully planned spaces. Layered textures and colors enhance the reflective quality of this tranquil haven and an experiential enclave offers free-flowing indoor and outdoor areas. A convivial fire pit, interactive kitchen, bar-deli and wine cellar complete the picture.