The luxury African safari experience puts even the most lavish city hotel in the shade. Impeccable service, gourmet cuisine, elegant accommodation and excellent game viewing opportunities typify a luxury African safari holiday.

Enjoy game drives into some of the world's most amazing wilderness areas. Stalk the Ngorongoro Crater, float across the open plains of the Serengeti in a hot air balloon or explore the Kruger National Park in South Africa on foot.

Whatever unique park or reserve you visit, you're guaranteed an unforgettable wildlife experience filled with lions, elephants and shifty-eyed hippos.

Forays into the bush are contrasted and complemented by luxury accommodation. Private suites are set alongside rivers, atop cliffs and in forested valleys. Inside your private suite you'll find every luxury imaginable, giant bathtubs, champagne and even an iPod to make your stay in the bush as comfortable as possible.

Most visitors to Africa choose to enjoy the best of both exotic worlds. A few days of luxury in the bush are perfectly topped off by a few days on an Indian Ocean Island.

Whether it's the beaches of the Seychelles, Mozambique or Zanzibar, the destinations may differ but the effect on your body will be the same - loosened muscles, no stress and complete indulgence.

We Recommend:

Singita Boulders Lodge in the Kruger National Park - Considered by the travel industry to be one of the best hotels in the word, Singita Boulders is an escape into complete luxury.

North Island, Seychelles - A private island with only 11 villas, guests are guaranteed to feel like they landed in heaven here.

Quirimbas Archipelago, Mozambique - An archipelago of picture-perfect tropical islands, great diving and opulent accommodation - try Ibo Island Lodge or Medjumbe Private Island.

Cape Town, South Africa - Five star hotels with jaw-dropping views and decadent, intimate lodges are the order of the day in a city that prides itself on delivering superb service in a stunning setting.

Book a few nights at the legendary Mount Nelson or Cape Grace. For a little out-of-town luxury, head for the Twelve Apostles Hotel.