Bushtops shines with three Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler US has just announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Mara Bushtops in Kenya and both Serengeti Bushtops and Roving Bushtops in Tanzania’s Serengeti recognised as being amongst the “World’s Best Resorts 2026” in the Central and East Africa category.
Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with its unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest running and most prestigious accolades from our readers, remains the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector.
“We are delighted that all three of our camps have been recognised by an esteemed publication such as Condé Nast Traveler. It feels particularly fitting to receive this prestigious accolade as we celebrate 20 years of Bushtops. As a family-owned collection, we pride ourselves on creating authentic, personal experiences that leave a lasting impression. This recognition is a wonderful testament to the dedication and exemplary service of our exceptional teams, whose commitment continues to inspire our guests to return year after year.”
— Claudia and Andy Stuart, Founders
The 2026 Readers' Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at cntraveler.com/rca and will be celebrated in the November 2026 issue.
The Bushtops team celebrates their triple win in the 2026 Conde Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards
Asante Sana … a word of thanks from the team at Bushtops…
“Of all the international accolades, an award from Condé Nast Traveler is up there with the most prestigious, so when it came to their listings for the Best World Resorts, we really, really hoped that at least one of our camps would make it into the top tier.
We are still reeling with delight. All three Bushtops camps are in the Top 15 – with two in the Top 10! This isn’t a ranking of safari camps – it covers all resorts, worldwide. To have all our safari locations this highly ranked is unprecedented. It’s simply amazing!
So how did it happen?
First off (no false modesty here) we set and maintain the very highest of high standards. If you’ve visited us, you’ll know that the accommodation is first class, the food is haute cuisine, the trucks are the best safari vehicles on earth and (most importantly) we find, train and retain absolutely brilliant people - from guides and spotters to camp staff, some visible superstars, but with many others working wonders behind the scenes.
Yet what’s really earned us the laurels in the Condé Nast listings is our guests. It was your/their votes which made all the difference. We strain every sinew to ensure people leave Bushtops with smiles on their faces. It’s wonderful to know that this translates into such enthusiastic support and testimonies.
Thank you so very much to anyone reading this who contributed. It means the world to us and we are simply bursting with pride to have – let me write it down again – all three of our camps rated as among the very best places to stay anywhere across the globe. Wow!”
About Bushtops Safari Camps
Operating in Kenya and Tanzania for 20 years, Bushtops delivers wild luxury through its award-winning camps, including Serengeti Bushtops and the seasonal Roving Bushtops in Tanzania, and Mara Bushtops in Kenya. Known for private game drives, stunning tented suites with hot tubs, and bespoke itineraries, the family-run company continues to set the standard for high-end safaris in East Africa.
