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Ulusaba Safari Lodge
Perched amidst a canopy of trees with exceptional views, Ulusaba Safari Lodge consists of eleven luxurious suites, accessed by swing bridges and raised walkways, heightening the sense of an African bushveld adventure. Lodge facilities include a sparkling swimming pool, fitness centre, a wine cellar, and relaxing spa. Safari Lodge is home to one Treehouse Suite for guests seeking luxurious seclusion, while other suites boast views overlooking the local watering hole where wildlife gather to drink. One River Room features a private plunge pool for secluded relaxation and the ultimate luxurious safari experience. Besides traversing the land on a safari drive, Ulusaba Safari Lodge allows you to explore nature en-foot on a guided bushwalk, enjoy stargazing, birdwatching, community tours, and candle-lit dinners under the Milky Way.
Sir Richard Branson’s award-winning private game reserve in Sabi Sands is nothing short of spectacular. Ulusaba Game Reserve houses three luxury lodges namely Rock Lodge, Cliff Lodge and Safari Lodge and offers exceptional game viewing over 13 500 hectares of private game viewing territory. Home to rivers and lush vegetation, the reserve makes for outstanding Big 5 game viewing. Twice-daily game drives at Ulusaba Safari Lodge are taken by expert rangers and trackers in 4×4 safari vehicles. Together they tailor-make your safari drive providing you with the best sightings and photographic opportunities. From lion, elephant, rhino, Cape buffalo, and leopard, to giraffe, zebra, hippo, and a variety of antelope, you will be enthralled by the magnificent creatures of the wild.
Malaria:
- Although a malaria zoned area, the risk of malaria in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve is usually low, even in the summer months.
- The highest risk period is between November and April (summer rainy season).
- Most types of mosquito that are encountered will not carry the malaria parasite.
- Mosquitoes most often bite between dusk and dawn.
- The risk of malaria can be reduced by preventing mosquito bites by covering exposed skin with light clothing or insect repellents, ensuring netted screens are kept closed and burning anti-mosquito coils.
- Malaria prophylactic drugs can be taken that will further decrease the chances of contracting malaria.
Please note that the information provided above is taken from the official SANParks website. For professional advice on malaria please consult with your medical practitioner.
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.
Activities & Facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Open-air traditional African Boma
- Spa & Gym
- Large viewing deck
- Bar & lounges
- Floodlit tennis court (nearby)
Highlights:
- Safari Lodge is set under a canopy of ancient trees
- Located along the banks of the dry Mabrak riverbed
- 11 diverse rooms and suites
- All accommodation options have private decks, some have plunge pools
- Renowned of elephants, bushbucks, lions and other local wildlife passing by
- Unique treehouse suite with views over Xikwenga Dam
- Owned by Sir Richard Branson and part of the Virgin Limited Edition.
- Traditional African Boma for fireside dinning under the stars
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers
Location:
- Ulusaba is located in the western edge of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and shares unfenced borders with the Ulusaba, Savanna, Inyati and Dulini game reserves.
- 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:
- Ulusaba 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 Ulusaba, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Skukuza or Ulusaba private airstrip: 60 minutes
- Flight time from Cape Town to Skukuza: 2 hours 30 minutess
- Road transfers from Skukuza to Ulusaba take 60 minutes and are arranged in open 4×4 safari vehicles.
Child Policy:
- Ulusaba Safari Lodge welcomes children from 12 years
- Ulusaba Rock Lodge is the family-friendly lodge at Ulusaba
Special offers:
- Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offer
- Special offers are valid 07 Jan – 31 May & 01 Nov – 19 Dec
- South African resident rates are bookable 30 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.
- 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
- Single supplement of 50% applicable
- Rates displayed are valid to 04 January 2025
Seasons:
- Peak season:01 July – 31 August & 20 December – 04 January
- High season: 07 January – 30 June & 01 September – 21 December
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
The Safari Room features a viewing deck, en-suite bathroom with great views and includes tea and coffee-making facilities, a complimentary mini-bar, insect repellent, Africology toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets. Read more A Safari Room near the Main Lodge can be interconnected with the Safari Suite creating a two-bedroom unit. Less
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Peak season R 15,100 per person, per night
High season R 14,500 per person, per night
Three spacious Elephant Rooms features en-suite bathrooms and private viewing decks with beautiful views over the bush. Guests are likely to witness elephants passing by these rooms allowing for up-close game viewing. Elephant Rooms Read more include tea and coffee-making facilities, a complimentary mini-bar, insect repellent, Africology toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets. Less
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Peak season R 15,100 per person, per night
High season R 14,500 per person, per night
Three spacious Elephant Rooms features en-suite bathrooms and private viewing decks with beautiful views over the bush. Guests are likely to witness elephants passing by these rooms allowing for up-close game viewing. Elephant Rooms Read more include tea and coffee-making facilities, a complimentary mini-bar, insect repellent, Africology toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets. Less
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Peak season R 15,100 per person, per night
High season R 14,500 per person, per night
Secluded and tucked between jackalberry trees, four treehouse-style River Rooms offer a private setting with spacious interiors, seating areas, and gorgeous views of the river bed or bush. Two of the units feature their own private plunge pool. Read more and three of the units are accessible by swing bridge. Rooms include a complimentary mini-bar, Africology toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets. Less
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Peak season R 18,400 per person, per night
High season R 17,500 per person, per night
With a large viewing deck ideal for treetop breakfasts, lunches and dinners overlooking a dam, the Treehouse Suite offers ultimate seclusion for romantic getaways. The spacious Suite, 10-minutes walk from the main lodge over swing bridges and raised walkways, Read moreis a photographer and birders paradise. The suite includes a complimentary mini-bar, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets. Less
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Peak season R 25,900 per person, per night
High season R 24,800 per person, per night
The luxurious Safari Suite near the Main Lodge features its own entrance with private boma fire pit, spacious lounge opening onto a large viewing deck with plunge pool, alfresco shower, and private dining table. The suite can be interconnected with the Safari Room to sleep 4 guests.
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Peak season R 103,400 per person, per night
High season R 99,600 per person, per night
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