The Dhow Suite is Zarafa's answer to guests who want even more exclusivity than the already intimate main camp offers. Located upstream along the Zibadianja Lagoon but completely separate from the four main tents, this is a private two-bedroom villa that operates on an exclusive-use basis only. It's not just accommodation – it's your own private safari operation complete with dedicated guide, vehicle, chef, and butler-manager. You're essentially renting your own miniature luxury camp where you can set your own schedule, eat when you want, and explore at your own pace without any consideration for other guests.
The villa itself is stunning, built in the same raised-deck style as the main camp but even more spacious at over two hundred square meters. The design follows that gorgeous colonial explorer aesthetic with rich wooden features, deep colors, and beautiful carved Lamu doors. Both bedrooms are fully en-suite with separate entrances, and they share a magnificent communal lounge. The signature copper baths are positioned for lagoon views, and there's even an indoor fireplace for atmosphere. Your expansive deck includes a private plunge pool and multiple seating areas where you can watch the wildlife parade without moving from your villa.
What makes The Dhow Suite special isn't just the luxury or the space – it's the complete flexibility and privacy. Perfect for families with older children or two couples traveling together, you get all the incredible wildlife viewing that makes this area famous, combined with the feeling of having your own private estate in the African bush. It's intimate safari hospitality taken to its ultimate expression.
