Uganda

Style : The cottages boast an elegant and understated African style, with ample use of wood Location : In the very centre of Kidepo Valley National Park Capacity : 10 Cottages overlooking the Kidepo Plains Highlights : Kidepo Valley is a stunning national park in northern Uganda, populated by the Karamojong tribes

Style : A hybrid style between mountain and jungle Location : To the northwest of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Capacity : 11 Bands at the foot of the forest Highlights : Bwindi Lodge is situated in the village of Buhoma, and the treks are easier to access from there – and who knows, perhaps the gorillas might even be visible from the lodge itself?

Style : : An African-inspired mountain style where volcanic stone is a constant feature Location : At over 2,000 metres altitude, on the western edge of the impenetrable Bwindi Forest Capacity : 8 stone cottages, high in the clouds, facing the Volcans mountain range Highlights : Clouds is the highest altitude lodge in Uganda, its viewpoint over the volcanic chain is breathtaking

Style : The lodge's spirit is sober and romantic safari with a touch of modernity Location : On the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park, in immediate proximity to the gorges Capacity : 8 Bands Highlights : Kyambura is an ideal lodge that allows you to embrace three truly different ecosystems: gorges, a channel and two lakes, and a national park

Style : A romantic safari style with beautiful orange canvas tents Location : In the Semliki reserve, south of Lake Albert Capacity : 8 Safari tents opening onto the Semliki Reserve Highlights : Besides the few tourists in the region, Semliki offers fauna midway between that of West Africa and East Africa