World's Best Awards 2019: Safari and Africa Highlights
When the 2019 Travel & Leisure "World's Best" Awards recently came out, we were delighted. Many of the best-of-the-best safari lodges, hotels and game parks that were winners are featured on Lion World Travel safaris.
In fact, we have safaris that feature multiple winning destinations in Africa; how cool is that?
Here is a semi-complete list of Lion World Travel safaris that feature Top 10 winners from the 2019 World's Best Awards. Why not call us to book an affordable, world-class safari today?
Of course, we also create a lot of custom safaris here at Lion World Travel and have put together itineraries and dream vacations to pretty much any and all the other award-winning properties across Southern Africa and East Africa.
There are also many other worthy winners that might not have made this Travel & Leisure list, and we're more than happy to continue to put together some stellar safaris to some of our favorite under-the-radar destinations.
Africa Highlights from Travel & Leisure's World's Best Awards 2019
At the always colorful and welcoming Gibbs Farm
Top Safari Lodges in Africa frequently used by Lion World Travel
Gibbs Farm, Tanzania. Ranked #2 Safari Lodge in Africa, also ranked #5 Hotel in the World.
Described as "A Sanctuary for the senses."
Experience this on our Luxury Tanzania safari.
Singita Grumeti (Faru Faru Lodge), Tanzania. Ranked #3 Safari Lodge in Africa, also ranked #8 Hotel in the World.
Perfectly located beside Serengeti National Park, an ideal place for witnessing the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra.
Experience this on our Platinum Tanzania safari.
Mfuwe Lodge, Zambia. Ranked #4 Safari Lodge in Africa, also ranked #9 Hotel in the World.
The ultimate experience for any safari in Zambia, a lodge where Elephants are known to stroll through the reception area.
Experience this on our Zambia, A Walk on the Wild Side safari.
Lion Sands Game Reserve, South Africa. Ranked #7 Safari Lodge in Africa, also ranked #34 Hotel in the World.
Wildlife galore and so much more. The Ivory Lodge at Lion Sands is not-to-be-missed.
Experience this on our Ultimate South Africa & Victoria Falls safari.
Matetsi Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Ranked #10 Safari Lodge in Africa, also ranked #62 Hotel in the World.
Seclusion and privacy a paramount here, even though the excitement of Victoria Falls is only a stone's throw away.
We have a special offline-only itinerary for Matetsi, contact us for details!
Aerial View of the beautiful Birkenhead House
Top Africa Resort Hotels frequently used by Lion World Travel
La Residence, South Africa. Ranked #1 Resort Hotel in Africa.
Located on a 12-hectare wine estate in the Franschhoek Valley, guests can be pampered and indulge in great food and wine at the same time.
Experience this on our aptly named The Royal Treatment safari.
Birkenhead House, South Africa. Ranked #4 Resort Hotel in Africa.
The town of Hermanus is world renowned for whale-watching and Birkenhead House is the ultimate base to explore this beautiful coastal area.
Experience this on our The Royal Treatment safari (together with La Residence!)
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Zimbabwe. Ranked #5 Resort Hotel in Africa.
Closeup encounters with elephants at this top-rated lodge in Zimbabwe are always a thrill.
Experience this on our The Wonder of Victoria Falls safari.
The Presidential Suite at the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Top City Hotels in Africa frequently used by Lion World Travel
The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, South Africa. Ranked #3 City Hotel in Africa.
For many reasons, this is one of our go-to hotels in Cape Town. Location. Service. Amenities. It checks all the right boxes.
Experience this on our African Dream Honeymoon, Best of South Africa, Tented Safari in Style or The Pearl of Africa safaris.
Cape Grace, South Africa. Ranked #4 City Hotel in Africa.
The town of Hermanus is world renowned for whale-watching and Birkenhead House is the ultimate base to explore this beautiful coastal area.
Experience this on our The Royal Treatment safari.
The Winners list goes on, and on...
As if all the safari highlights above weren't enough, Cape Town, South Africa was ranked the #1 city in Africa, while Luxor, Egypt was ranked #10. Oh, and if you prefer relaxing island escapes, the Seychelles, Zanzibar and Mauritius were ranked #1, #2 and #3 respectively for best islands in Africa.
How do you choose just one perfect safari from so many winning options? Let us do the work, and help you decide. Talk to an Africa Specialist today!