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Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
Home to 13 ultra-luxurious suites, Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge is a masterpiece of rustic elegance and harmony with nature. Enchanting walls sculpted from tree roots capture the dramatic power of the wilderness, transporting guests effortlessly into a natural fairy tale. Evenings at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge are spent around crackling fires and a collection of over 6000 bottles of wine in the cellar ensures the perfect vintage for every taste. A secluded library, meditation garden, gym, and holistic body, skin, and beauty treatments at the Amani Spa make for a superbly luxurious safari getaway.
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 Earth 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. Together, using their skills and knowledge they are dedicated to providing the best possible safari and close-up wildlife experiences. 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 Earth Lodge the private reserve houses a collection of luxury lodges; Bush 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
- Restaurant
- Bar & lounge
- Open-air traditional African Boma
- Unique day bar
- Award winning wine cellar
- Earth boutique
- Spa & Gym
Highlights:
- Sabi Sabi’s signature lodge offering an ultra-luxurious experience
- 12 luxury suites and one 2-bedroom luxury villa
- Private patios and plunge pools overlooking the reserve
- Architectural design is renowned for its curved lines, artistry of light and natural textures
- Traditional open-air Boma for fireside dinning under the stars
- Star of the art facilities and award winning wine cellar
- Earth lodge welcomes children from 12 years
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
- Renowned for leopard sightings.
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:
- Earth lodge welcomes children from 12 years
Special offers:
- Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offer
- Special offers valid o5 January – 20 December
- South African resident rates are bookable 21 days prior to arrival date only
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
Each suite at Earth Lodge boasts individually designed furniture, natural wooden sculptures, a private plunge pool, a bushveld-facing outdoor lounge, en-suite glass fronted bathroom, and al-fresco shower. Fans, air-conditioning, coffee, and tea facilities are also provided.
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Price R 32,500 per person, per night
A cut above the rest is the Amber Presidential Suite featuring two en-suite bedrooms, a private timber deck, plunge pool, private study, steam room, and kitchen with dining area. The en-suite bathrooms are a haven of relaxation with a deep egg-shaped bath, indoor Read moreand outdoor shower. The suite offers ultimate exclusivity with a private safari vehicle. Less
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Price R 115,000 per suite, per night
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