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Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Known as a “luxury home in the bush” Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge boasts 22 indulgent suites each featuring glass-fronted showers with enchanting bushveld views. Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge is an oasis of relaxation with two swimming pools and large covered viewing decks overhanging the Msuthlu riverbed. A large and sumptuous lounge area, atrium, and intimate bar make for relaxing social spaces while the Amani Spa at Bush Lodge offers the ultimate African Spa respite. The Elefun Centre at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge provides fantastic kids activities for little ones on safari, and gym facilities allow guests to stay fit while on holiday. Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge also presents three spacious Luxury Villas. Each features a private pool, library, lounge, and deck overlooking a waterhole. Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge offers incredible wildlife encounters, an exceptional dining, and warm African hospitality.
With over 100 years of safari experience, Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sands boasts award-winning facilities and unforgettable wildlife experiences. The game reserve shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park allowing big game to wander freely through the reserve. Sabi Sabi is home to a superior selection of wildlife including the Big Five: elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, and buffalo. The reserve also features sightings of intriguing cheetah, wild dogs, giraffe, zebra, and antelope. Over 300 bird species and flora indigenous to the area provide fascinating discoveries with every game drive.
The game drives at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge take place at first light and at sunset with both a ranger and tracker, making use of radios to communicate on-point wildlife encounters. In-between the game drives you can take part in a guided bush walk with highly experienced trackers. These walking safaris are a phenomenal chance to experience the wild bushveld with all your senses. In addition to Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge the private reserve houses a collection of luxury lodges; Earth Lodge, Little Bush Camp and Selati Camp, all offering a unique safari experience.
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 bush walk are permitted
- 6-seater vehicles, excluding Bush Lodge (8-seater vehicles).
Activities & Facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- 2 swimming Pools (one kids pool)
- Restaurant
- Open-air traditional African Boma
- Spa & Gym
- Safari deck
- Waterhole
- Indoor & outdoor lounges
- Bush Boutique
- EleFun children’s centre
- Junior ranger programs
Highlights:
- Sabi Sabi’s family-freindly lodge
- A lively ambiance with a stylish fusion of safari themed furnishings and décor
- 21 Luxury Suites, 1 Handicapped Suite, 3 Luxury Villas
- Standalone villas have private patios and plunge pools
- Relaxing outdoor lounge and safari deck overlooking a waterhole
- Traditional open-air Boma for fireside dinning under the stars
- Two swimming pools (one kids pool)
- The lodge is family-friendly and suitable for all ages with age restricted game drives
- EleFun Children’s Centre and junior ranger program
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers
Location:
- Sabi Sabi is located in the south of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National park and Lion Sands game reserve.
- Sabi Sands lies in South Africa’s far north-eastern corner in the Mpumalanga province. The private reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park.
Getting There:
- Sabi Sabi private airstrip is the closet airstrip, two daily chartered flights from Johannesburg are operated by Federal Airlines.
- Skukuza (SKU) is the closet commercial airport to Sabi Sabi, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Skukuza or Sabi Sabi private airstrip: 60 minutes
- Flight time from Cape Town to Skukuza: 2 hours 30 minutess
- Road transfers from Skukuza to Sabi Sabi take 60 minutes and are arranged in open 4×4 safari vehicles.
Child Policy:
- Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge Welcome children of all ages
- Children under 6 years are not allowed on the game drives, unless a private vehicle is hired.
- Children 0-3 years stay free of charge in a cot.
- Children 4 – 12 years pay a child rate
Special offers:
- Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offer.
- South African resident rates are bookable 21 days prior to arrival date only.
- Special offers valid o5 January – 20 December.
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, in-room minibar, selected alcoholic beverages, and private airstrip transfers. Private safari vehicle included with Amber Presidential suite only.
- Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, commercial 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
- No single supplement for the first 2 suites booked, excl 20th Dec – 5th Jan
- Single supplement of 50% applicable
- 15% surcharge will apply between 20th Dec – 5th Jan
- Rates displayed are valid to 28 February 2025
Packages:
- For extended safari holiday packages, we have a selection of exceptional properties in Cape Town and surrounding areas.
- Designed by our on-trend team of travel experts our packages include internal flights, transfers, accommodation and more.
- Expect efficient and knowledgable, one-on-one planning assistance to create your dream itinerary.
Accommodation Options
Luxurious suites are adorned with organic design elements, artistic natural features, opulent furnishings, and draped mosquito netting creating a beautiful haven of comforting relaxation. Each unit features an en-suite bathroom with glass-fronted windows, Read moreprivate alfresco shower leading onto a private patio, coffee facilities, and air conditioning. Less
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Price R 21,500 per person, per night
Perfect for honeymooners, this opulent suite features a private plunge pool, endless views of the bushveld from a private patio, en-suite bathroom with outdoor shower, and open plan lounge. Luxurious furnishings include a romantically draped king bed, Read morerich textures and African art accents, quality linen, air-conditioning, and coffee facilities. Less
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Price R 25,000 per person, per night
Two luxury villas present an exclusive experience of utmost safari opulence. Each unit has two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms boasting magnificent indoor and outdoor showers and large oval baths. The luxury villas features wooden chandeliers, natural oak doors, Read moretimeless leather furnishings, a private pool, library, lounge, and deck overlooking a waterhole, units offer an indulgent experience in the African bush. Less
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Price R 32,500 per person, per night
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