This is a far cry from the Africa of commercialised tourist traps and dusty clichés. This is the Africa that stirs the imaginations and hearts of great writers, artists and travellers, a world of a bygone era and it resonates with all the luxury and easy-going generosity of the magnificent continent it pays homage to.

The voluptuously draped ceiling and low-key, soft lighting evoke the romance of a tented safari camp on the plains of Botswana. The warm, earthy colour palette and rich design details combine a refined tailored look with welcoming comfort. There are quirky, playful touches too - the space is filled with beautiful African objets d’art and crafts. Sink into a cocooning armchair, acclimatise to this wonderful new world and take your pick from the menu of fruit and botanical-forward cocktails. The sunset-tinged Step Up with 7 year old Havana rum, verjuice and aromatic almond, is laced with notes of rooibos, South Africa’s premium tea. It whispers “summertime”, as does the Senzo Spot, a mocktail that cuts the sweetness of pineapple and Sichuan agave with a cool breeze of citric kalamansi and lime.

Nothing enhances a cocktail quite like a spectacular view from the terraces.. Abu Dhabi’s panoramic outlook over the Al Maryah marina, and Riyadh’s view across the Wadi Hanifah, elevate the experience into something sublime.

African Lounge is an exclusive private events space located within the Flamingo Collection nestled within the Galleria at Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi and Bujairi Terrace, Diryah Gate in Riyadh. Explore modern, international flavours in an elegant and exotic setting and immerse yourself in a beautifully curated experience from beginning to end.

Served within a luxurious, canopied oasis or on our outdoor terraces with magnificent views, African Lounge is available for stylish brand launches and distinguished corporate functions to joyous engagement and birthday parties or milestone anniversaries, where an unparalleled experience can be perfectly tailored to fit your event.