Africa's Most Romantic Star Beds

Therefore it makes perfect sense that a night out in an impossibly comfy bed, with the stars glittering above you, will certainly be the highlight of any luxury safari.

There are vast ranges of star beds but the most magical are those built elevated above the bush, with comfy four poster beds, private dinner locations with views of the surrounding bushveld, outdoor showers and a general feeling of being in the wilderness which is unrivaled.

Star beds are popular with both honeymooners and families, as the experience is just so extraordinary that there's not a person out there who wouldn't be completely enchanted by it.

Tswalu Tarkuni Suites, South Africa

Tswalu have just completely redeveloped their owner's house Tarkuni, now you have five extremely luxurious suites all of which come with their own secluded and remote star bed. Now you can stay in South Africa's Kalahari and enjoy one of the most magical desert experiences in the world – a star bed.

Kalahari Plains Camp, Botswana

In the desert you have less light pollution, better stars and better night visibility which explains why this is the second desert star bed to pop up this year. Kalahari Plains had a complete refurb and is now incredibly enticing, especially since every room now has its own private star bed on the roof. The Kalahari Desert is unbelievable in terms of terrain and wildlife species, and too many people miss this out when visiting Botswana.

Lions Sands Treehouses, South Africa

Lion Sands in the Sabi Sands (South Africa) have redeveloped their treehouses – they are extremely luxurious and offer guests a wonderful adventure in the bush – here you will often have lion or leopard calling nearby, and will go to sleep with the sound of elephants grazing beneath you – all of this in the lap of luxury, but nevertheless a treehouse / star bed.

Abu Camp, Botswana

Abu Camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta is world famous due to its herd of habituated elephants which one rides or walks with through the bush, although their star bed is not new, it hasn't gained that much publicity which is complete madness as it is truly magical. Not only is this star bed incredibly comfortable but it also sits next to the elephant enclosure – their slow rumbles will send you drifting slowly to sleep.

The Luxury Safari Company offers truly personal 24 hour service, safaris which take clients into new territory with the right people at the right time, and imaginative itineraries. For more information, visit the www.theluxurysafaricompany.com