Out of Africa — Laba Explorer Accommodation Collection

Curated selection of artful lodges and mobile migration camps

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The Out of Africa collection by Laba Explorer brings together a carefully edited range of accommodations designed to complement the safari experience — from sculptural, art-forward lodges to intimate mobile camps close to the great migration.

Overview

Curated Stays That Feel Like a Journey

Each property balances comfort with context: local materials, considered design, open-air bathing rituals and a commitment to low-impact operations. These stays are ideal for travellers seeking something beyond a standard lodge — places that are crafted, sensory and memorable.

Why Choose Out of Africa — Laba Explorer Accommodation Collection

●Artful architecture and commissioned artworks woven into public spaces and suites.
●Mix of fixed lodges and mobile migration camps positioned for wildlife viewing.
●Tactile, locally sourced materials (teak, banana palm, regional stone and onyx).
●Off-grid or low-impact energy systems with responsible water practices.

Accommodation

The collection offers various accommodation types designed for different guest preferences and group sizes.

●Luxury tented suites — spacious, private suites with large terraces and walk-in wardrobes.
●Family tented suites / connecting tents — two-tent family units with flexible bedding.
●Mobile migration camps — small camps that move seasonally to follow the wildebeest migration.
●Art lodges — properties where contemporary African art forms part of the guest experience.

Dining & Culinary Experiences

Dining options prioritise fresh, local and organic produce — special diets accommodated with advance notice. Meals are served across indoor and outdoor settings designed to celebrate the landscape and local flavours.

Facilities & Experiences

●Wi-Fi in tents and main areas, two-way radios for guest safety and camp coordination.
●Complimentary laundry service and safety deposit facilities.
●Spa treatments, small gyms (Technogym standard) and 20m+ infinity pools at select lodges.
●Warm-water bathing rituals in mobile camps (45–60 minutes' notice usually required).

Practical Information

Sustainability & Craft

Sustainability is a throughline for the collection: many properties operate off-grid or with hybrid solar systems, use locally sourced natural materials and support regional artisans and food producers. The design language intentionally references regional histories and craft traditions.