Resort swimming pool surrounded by palm trees

Pool Days and Paddy Views: Boutique Resorts Nearby

After a dusty safari, a cool pool and a quiet veranda. What to look for in a small resort near the park gate.

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Safaris are thrilling, but they are also hot and dusty. A small resort with a pool turns the middle of the day into something to look forward to.

What makes a good safari base

  • A short drive to the park entrance
  • Early breakfast or a packed breakfast for morning drives
  • Shade, a pool and quiet places to rest
  • Staff who can arrange reliable safari jeeps

Paddy-field views

Many resorts in the area sit among rice fields. Early evening, with egrets returning to roost and the light fading over the paddies, is one of the loveliest times of day.