A stay in South Africa need not involve sleeping under canvas or in a wooden lodge. Overlooking the Indian Ocean and the iconic lighthouse lies a luxurious hotel situated right on the beach just north of Durban. This hotel is often the place of choice for royalty and celebrities from across the globe and offers the exceptionally high levels of service that is desired by this clientele.

The rooms are tastefully decorated in the colonial style having four poster beds and ensuite facilities providing the opulent surroundings expected of a high-class hotel of this nature.

You really are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining experiences whether it be the sumptuous buffet where you can choose from dishes from around the world or the fine dining option where waiters are on hand to advise you on the best dishes to satisfy your tastes.

As is the case with the majority of superior hotels there is a spa where you can relax by the infinity pool or receive a treatment such as an aromatherapy massage or luxury facial tailored to your needs.

A trip to the nearby city of Durban is an excursion that is offered by the hotel team and a stroll along the seafront promenade is certainly worthwhile.

When planning a visit to South Africa many people assume that a safari is the preferred holiday but although going on safari is an amazing experience South Africa has far more to offer.

Should you be interested in the cultural heritage of your location a visit to the Tsodilo Hills is a must. There you can experience the wonder of ancient rock paintings and visit the villages of the San people.

The abundant wildlife of South Africa is most evident in the many National parks. One of the best is Amboseli National park in Kenya. In the park there are five different habitats ranging from dry and dusty salt beds to wetlands. Four hundred species of birds can be seen here including water birds such as pelicans, but the main attraction of this amazing place is the opportunity to see African bush elephants in the wild. Whilst visiting the Amboseli National park, the impressive Mount Kilimanjaro the highest mountain in the world can be viewed and enjoyed.

South African beaches are some of the best in the world and Cape Town is home to one of the top beaches Camps Bay. The bay is surrounded by trendy bars and restaurants and its glorious sandy beach is popular with tourists from far and near.