Saadani Safari Lodge, Tanzania

Set in Saadani National Park, the nine tented cottages at this luxury East African lodge offer guests an unusual combination of beach, bush and river. From elephants on the beach, to hippos, flamingos and pelicans in the river estuary, and dolphins and turtles just off the coast, the different habitats cater for most wildlife-spotters. Less energetic types can relax by the pool, stroll along the sand, snorkel off the beach or snooze in one of the alfresco beds strung along the beachfront veranda.

Saadani Safari Lodge, Saadani National Park, Tanzania (00 255 222 773 294; www. saadanilodge.com). Cottages sleep two full board and including one activity per day.