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Sausage Tree Safari Camp
Sausage Tree Safari Camp is situated in the Balule Private Nature Reserve which forms part of the renowned Greater Kruger National Park. Don’t be misled by the small size of this private reserve, as its 2500-hectare territory is strategically located with a 4km stretch along the Olifants River attracting a healthy hippo population and diverse bird colony. Marvel at the Big Five as well as sightings of zebra, giraffe, and antelope.
Sausage Tree Safari Camp boasts a spectacular view of the Northern Drakensberg Mountains. Its luxury tents are built in an elevated position with private views over the dry riverbed, bush, and majestic mountains. Wildlife adventures abound at Balule Private Game Reserve. After a four-wheel safari drive guests can embark on an Elephant Interaction adventure, Olifants River boat cruise, Nyani Cultural Village visit, or Reptile Park tour. Guests at Sausage Tree Safari Camp can also make a special visit to the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre. Here, injured animals are taken care of, rehabilitated and when possible released back into the wild. Photographic workshops at Sausage Tree Safari Camp provide a great opportunity to learn about wildlife photography and taking exquisite images to brag about back home. All workshops include notes and plenty practical tuition out in the bush. Sausage Tree Safari Camp is an oasis of relaxation featuring an open deck with uninterrupted views of the savannah and a water hole frequented by game. Laze around the pool, at the bar or in one of the lounges after a day filled with remarkable African adventures.
Wildlife:
- High concentration of Big 5 with large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as large lion prides.
- Other wildlife include but are not limited to the hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, African wild dog, hyaena, warthog and many other cat and antelope species.
- Large antelope herds support the populations of predators in the reserve.
- Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the region. Many can be seen in the reserve.
Game Drives:
- Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
- Game drives are led by an experienced guide and tracker team.
- Vehicles are allowed to go off road to track and follow the wildlife.
- Strict traverse rules are in place and vehicle numbers are limited in each reserve. A maximum of two vehicles are allowed at any sighting.
- Night drives and guided bushwalks are permitted.
Activities & facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Open-air African Boma
- Spa
- Viewing deck
- Bar & lounge
Highlights:
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An authentic and intimate tented-style safari camp, providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere and personalized service.
- A nearby waterhole frequently visited by a variety of wildlife, offering excellent game viewing from the lodge.
- Dinner experiences served under the stars, around the fire in an open-air traditional Boma.
- 4 Luxury tents and 1 Luxury Tented suite are nestled among Marula, Knobthorn, Acacia, and Sausage Trees, overlooking a dry riverbed.
- Each tent, built in elevated positions, features a private deck with stunning mountain and bush views.
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Location:
- Located in the western region of the Greater Kruger and borders the Kruger National Park, as well as Klaserie, Makalali and Kapama Game reserves.
- The Kruger National Park is almost 2 million hectares and lies in the north-eastern corner of South Africa in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.
Getting there:
- Hoedspruit (HDS) is the closet commercial airport to the Sausage Tree Safari Camp, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit: 60 minutes.
- Flight time from Cape Town to Hoedspruit: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Road transfers from Hoedspruit to Sausage Tree Safari Camp take 80 minutes.
Child Policy:
- Sausage Tree Safari Camp welcomes children over 6 years.
- Children 6 – 12 years pay 50% of adult rate
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, all meals and hot drinks.
- Excluded: Beverages, conservation levies, airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
Rates:
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below
- Rates are charged per person, per night
- Single supplement of 25% applicable
- Rates displayed are valid until 31 December 2024
Accommodation Options
The elevated tents each have a private viewing deck bringing nature to your doorstep. Tents are furnished with bathrooms en-suite, featuring a freestanding bath and an alfresco shower on a raised base for outstanding bush and the mountain views. Read moreAir conditioning, a fan, tea and coffee facilities, and insect gauze on the windows and doors. Less
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Price R 7,600 per person, per night
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