Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve in Kent, United Kingdom, presents visitors with a distinctive safari experience across its expansive reserve. Located near Hythe, the 600-acre site is home to over 900 animals from 75 species, providing opportunities to see tigers, bears, and giraffes in settings inspired by African and Asian landscapes. The experience is designed to integrate wildlife viewing with family-friendly activities and tranquil moments amid nature.
Visitors can explore the reserve through guided safaris included in short break packages. The reserve features accommodations, such as the Port Lympne Hotel, Treehouses, and glamping options like Bear Lodge, Pinewood, and many more.
Bear Lodge, with its rustic charm, accommodates up to eight guests and is centered around a clubhouse offering family-style dining. The 19 glamping tents are arranged around the central clubhouse, which features a restaurant serving home-cooked family favorites and a fully stocked bar.
Treehouse accommodations also combine luxury and immersion in the natural environment. Designed for up to four people, these units include modern amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, open-plan living areas, and a golf buggy for navigating the reserve. Guests staying in the Treetop Bubble can enjoy panoramic views of the reserve, a freestanding bathtub overlooking the landscape, and complimentary sleep kits for a restful stay.
Port Lympne’s efforts have garnered multiple awards, including recognition for its accommodations and tourism experiences. Its Treehouses have been named “Best Tourism Experience” and “Best Self-Catering Experience.”
Guests can also access amenities such as the reserve’s restaurants, games rooms, and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also get admission to the nearby Howletts Wild Animal Park.
Nestled in the woods atop a hill at Port Lympne, Pinewood also offers cozy camping pods. Guests can enjoy the sounds of nearby lions and tigers as they unwind. For a more luxurious retreat, the Treetop Bubble provides a unique stay with its transparent walls, offering guests a chance to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying 180-degree views of the reserve.
Equipped with a freestanding bathtub, an en suite wet room, and complimentary toiletries, the Bubble combines comfort with an outdoor experience. Guests can also benefit from modern amenities such as air conditioning and a sleep kit.
Port Lympne’s commitment to conservation is a core aspect of its operation. The reserve functions as a breeding sanctuary for rare and endangered species, including clouded leopards, de Brazza monkeys, and western lowland gorillas.
“We always make sure that the animals come first, from enclosure design to diet, no expense is spared…We design our enclosures with the animals in mind, so there’s lots of natural foliage and furniture to provide shelter and camouflage,” the park’s website indicated.
For more information about the park, visit their website here.
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