{"id":7762,"date":"2018-03-08T10:11:46","date_gmt":"2018-03-08T10:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/AFRICAtime\/?p=7762"},"modified":"2023-07-10T09:35:50","modified_gmt":"2023-07-10T08:35:50","slug":"top-10-luxury-african-safari-swimming-pools-with-a-view","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/top-10-luxury-african-safari-swimming-pools-with-a-view\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Luxury African Safari Swimming Pools with a view"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you are on a luxurious safari, there is no better place for some relaxing downtime on a hot day than lazing by a pool with a jaw dropping view of the African wilderness. Imagine being able to observe some of the amazing animals in the distance while cooling off from the heat in one of these fantastic swimming pools! Make a splash and book a luxury safari at one of these picturesque locations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Surana Buffalo Springs, Kenya<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive aligncenter wp-image-11690 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6145.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"751\" height=\"938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6145.jpg 751w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6145-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Set in the heart of the great northern territory of Kenya,\u00a0<em>Surana Buffalo Springs<\/em>\u00a0is an extraordinary African safari oasis where an arid landscape meets a lush resort replete with desert flora and fauna, creating a breathtaking backdrop for the camp of hybrid tented rooms each with a private plunge pool.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive aligncenter wp-image-11689 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6146.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6146.jpg 1333w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6146-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6146-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG_6146-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The main infinity pool and Spa are bedded into a natural ridge, allowing the continuation of breathtaking views of the river where you stand a good chance of spotting elephants. Poolside, enjoy cocktails as you relax at the end of a day spent out in the African wilderness.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/kenya\/samburu-shaba-meru\/surana-buffalo-springs\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/kenya\/samburu-shaba-meru\/surana-buffalo-springs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Tanzania<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7764\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7764\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7764 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7063-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Serengeti, Tanzania\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7063-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7063.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Four Seasons Safari Lodge<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This spectacular free-form infinity pool overlooks a watering hole and the Serengeti plains. You can see elephants, wildebeest, giraffes and so many more magnificent animals while soaking in this gorgeous pool. It is the perfect spot to enjoy a sundowner or watch the sunrise. There are plenty of sun loungers to relax on by the pool as well as a bar service which runs all day.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/serengeti\/four_seasons_safari_lodge_-_serengeti\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/serengeti\/four_seasons_safari_lodge_-_serengeti<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tanzania<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7765\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7765\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7765 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7064-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tanzania\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7064-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7064.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7765\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sanctuary Swala Camp<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Sanctuary Swala Camp is located in a secluded area of Tarangire National Park, in Tanzania. It has an infinity pool that overlooks a waterhole, where you can spot various game whilst taking a leisurely swim.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/tarangire\/sanctuary_swala\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/tarangire\/sanctuary_swala<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Kapama Karula, South Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7772\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7772\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7772 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7065-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Kapama Karula, South Africa\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7065-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7065.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7772\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kapama Karula, South Africa<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Meaning &#8216;place of peace,&#8217; Kapama Karula, found in the Kruger National Park, is a luxurious lodge with suites that have heated pools for year-round swimming.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa\/kruger-national-park\/kapama_river_lodge\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa\/kruger-national-park\/kapama_river_lodge<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, South Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7766\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7766\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7766 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7066-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, South Africa\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7066-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7066.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7766\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, South Africa<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is the perfect place to unwind after a wonderful safari, and it has a large infinity pool, or you could opt to stay in one of the suites and have \u00a0the privacy of your own plunge pool.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa\/kruger-national-park\/lion_sands_tinga_lodge\"> https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa\/kruger-national-park\/lion_sands_tinga_lodge<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Chongwe River Camp, Zambia<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7767\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7767\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7767 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7067-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Chongwe River Camp, Zambia\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7067-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7067.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7767\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chongwe River Camp, Zambia<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Located at the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi Rivers, The Chongwe River Camp&#8217;s pool has views of the rivers as well as the terrain. A gorgeous location at\u00a0one of the most relaxed and unique camps in the Lower Zambezi.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/zambia\/zambia\/chongwe_river_camp\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/zambia\/zambia\/chongwe_river_camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mowani Mountain Camp, Namibia<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7768\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7768\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7768 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7068-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mowani Mountain Camp, Namibia\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7068-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7068.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7768\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mowani Mountain Camp, Namibia<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Mowani Mountain Camp, whose name means &#8216;Window on Heaven,&#8217; \u00a0is located amongst the dramatic rock kopjes in the Twyfelfontein area of Damaraland, Namibia. Its pool has a majestic view of the kopjes and is the perfect spot to enjoy sundowners and a swim in an incredible natural setting.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/namibia\/damaraland-region\/mowani_mountain_camp\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/namibia\/damaraland-region\/mowani_mountain_camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Azura Selous, Tanzania<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7769\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7769\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7769 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7069-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Azura Selous, Tanzania\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7069-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7069.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7769\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Azura Selous, Tanzania<\/p><\/div>\n<p>After an exhilarating Tanzanian safari, the amazing pool at\u00a0Azura Selous is a heavenly spot in which to relax and watch hippos play in the nearby Great Ruaha River. It&#8217;s location, in one of the largest game reserves in Africa, makes it perfect to spot lots of wildlife.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/selous\/azura_selous\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/selous\/azura_selous<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Elephant Camp, Zimbabwe<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7770\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7770\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7770 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7070-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"Elephant Camp, Zimbabwe\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7070-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7070.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7770\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Elephant Camp, Zimbabwe<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Elephant Camp, Zimbabwe is a luxurious intimate lodge close to the Victoria Falls. It has luxury tent accommodation for up to 24 guests. Every suite has its own \u00a0plunge pool, private viewing deck, and private lounge area, making it the ultimate place to unwind after an adventure-filled day.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/zimbabwe\/victoria-falls\/the_elephant_camp\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/zimbabwe\/victoria-falls\/the_elephant_camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>&amp;Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Kenya<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7771\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7771\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7771 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7071-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"&amp;Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Kenya\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7071-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/IMG_7071.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7771\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">&amp;Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Kenya<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The &amp;Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp is located along the Sabaringo River on the edge of the Oloololo escarpment, and looks out onto the plains of the Masai Mara. It has a\u00a0rim-flow, outdoor swimming pool, and set on an enviable location at the edge of the Mara, where you can experience some extraordinary views.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/ke\/kenya\/masai-mara\/&amp;beyond_kichwa_tembo_tented_camp\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/ke\/kenya\/masai-mara\/&amp;beyond_kichwa_tembo_tented_camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Inspired to visit one of these stunning destinations?<\/p>\n<p>Call us on 020 8423 3000 or complete an enquiry form to receive a quotation from our booking experts.<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.somak.com\/booking-enquiry<\/p>\n<p>SaveSave<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you are on a luxurious safari, there is no better place for some relaxing downtime on a hot day than lazing by a pool with a jaw dropping view of the African wilderness. 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