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REGIONS

• KWAZULU-NATAL - AmaZulu, Phinda, Thanda.
• LIMPOPO - Shambala, Welgavonden.
• NORTH WEST - Madikwe, Pilanesberg.
• THE EASTERN CAPE - Kariega, Kwandwe, Kwantu, Lalibela, Pumba, Shamwari.
• WESTERN CAPE - Inverdoorn, Sanbona 

Scroll through the selection of 'BIG 5' Private Game Reserves listed below.

KWAZULU-NATAL 

AMAZULU GAME RESERVE  

Amakhosi Safari Lodge - Amazulu Game Reserve

Location

• The Amazulu game reserve is only 5 hours East of Johannesburg in the KZN Province.
  
• 4.5 hrs North of Durban and 1.5hrs West of Pongola
• Main Gate is 2km from Vryheid down a gravel road on the left hand side.
  
• The Reserve gate is well signposted.
  
• Amakhosi Safari Lodge GPS coordinates: S 27° 39.239' ; E 31° 38.030'  

Overview  

• The 10,00ha Amazulu Private Game Reserve is situated in northern KwaZulu-Natal
• It embraces a variety of habitats including savannah, mountains and wetland.
• The Mkuze River flows through the reserve
• Choose from luxury 5 star and tented accommodation
• Activities include guided game drives & walks, frogging, bird watching, cultural experiences and health spa.

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• Cheetah are seen regularly along with giraffe, zebra and a wide variety of antelope.
  
• With over 420 bird species, Amazulu is a popular birding destination.

Accommodation

 5 star Amakhosi Safari Lodge.

• Six luxurious air-conditioned river suites with separate living room.
• Artistic decor with private river-view decks
• African fusion cuisine, pool, 24hr reception.

Mkuze Falls Lodge & Tented Camp

• 9 air-conditioned thatched suites and 1 safari suite.
• Each suite has a private plunge pool.
• 5 elevated 'Hemingway-style' tents overlooking the Mkuze river.

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PHINDA GAME RESERVE  

Phinda Mountain Lodge - Phinda Game Reserve 

 Overview

Pinda Game Reserve is a 23,000ha reclaimed wilderness sanctuary.

• Contains seven distinct habitats - mountain, woodland, plains, pans, marshland, wetland and forest.
  
• Beaches are found nearby, offering a bush-beach experience.
  
• Qualifies as one of Condé Nast Traveller's top 1000 things to.
  
• Activities include guided game drives, interpretive bush walks and Mzinene River canoeing. 

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• Home to one of the largest concentrations of white rhino within a private game reserve.
  
• white and black rhino, cheetah.
  
• Over 300 bird species including the Blue Crane.

Accommodation

There are 6  Lodges in Phinda Private Game Reserve.

• Phinda Mountain Lodge - 25 suites along a mountainside. Wraparound views.
• Phinda Forest Lodge - 16 Zulu Zen suites floating above the forest floor.
• Phinda Rock Lodge - 6 luxury adobe-style suites carved into a cliff face.
• Phinda Vlei Lodge - 6 elegant thatched suites overlooking a plain.
• Zuka Lodge - exclusively booked. 4 Thatched en-suite cottages.

• The Homestead - exclusively booked. 4 luxurious suites with glass walls. 

Accommodation is 5 Star with luxury inclusions.
All Lodges are designed to ensure complete privacy and have superb views.
All blend into their natural environment.  

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THANDA GAME RESERVE  

Thanda Safari Lodge luxury suite - Thanda Game Reserve

 

Location

• Thanda Game Reserve is situated north of Durban in the coastal region of KwaZulu Natal.
  
• 23km north of Hluhluwe on the N2 freeway towards Mkuze.
• Entrance Gate is on the right, 5km on the gravel D242 road.
• Main Gate GPS Coordinates: S27° 48′ 23″ ; E32° 06′33″. 

 

Overview

• Thanda meaning 'love' in Zulu encompasses a magical union of the powerful Zulu nation, wildlife, romance & exclusivity.
• 2012 World Travel Award for Leading Luxury Lodge. (4th time in a row)
• Fine dining in a variety of locations.
• Children welcomed. Kids club with junior rangers course.
• Wellness centre with spa and sanctuary pool.
• Activities include game drives & walks, bush breakfast & dinner, star gazing, wildlife lectures 

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• Home to the rare painted (wild) dogs.
  
• Black and white rhino, hyena, cheetah, plains game.
  
• Abundant birdlife.

Accommodation

 There are 4 options to choose from:   

• Luxury Safari Lodge - nine 220m² bush villas with private boma and plunge pool.
• Royal Private Villa - exclusively booked. 5 suites, heated pool, media room with internet, boma.
• Luxury Honeymoon Tent - outdoor shower and plunge pool. Honeymoon package available.
• Tented Safari Camp - 14 colonial safari-style canvas tents, viewing deck and en-suite canvas bathroom.

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LIMPOPO 

ENTABENI    

Hanglip Mountain Lodge 

 

Location

 The Entebeni game reserve is 2hrs from Pretoria ( follow the N1), in the Waterberg region.

• 2.5 hrs from Johannesburg.
• 35min private charter flight from Johannesburg.
• Entrance Gate is reached via 10km on gravel road after the Haakdoring turnoff. 
• Main Gate GPS Coordinates: S24° 08′ 356″ ; E28° 34′46″. 

 

Overview   

• 10,000ha of pristine private reserve - malaria free.
• Selection of accommodation to suit all tastes and budget.
• Fine dining in a variety of locations.
• Children welcomed. 
• 24hr electricity.
• Activities include game drives & walks, cultural village, museum, wellness spa, scenic helicopter flights.

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• African python and crocodile.
  
• Black and white rhino, hyena, plains game.
  
• Abundant birdlife.

Accommodation

There are 6 Lodges to choose from:   

• Eagles Nest Lodge - 4 bedroomed lodge exclusively booked with own chef, ranger & vehicle.
• Hanglip Mountain Lodge -  10 luxury thatched suites. Fireplace. 
• Kingfisher Lodge - 8 deluxe en-suite bedrooms. Fireplace.
• Lakeside Lodge - 24 luxurious rooms. Log fires. Lake views.
• Wildside Luxury Tented Camp - 4 family & 16 double en-suite tents with wooden decks. 
• Ravinside Lodge - 22 thatched wooden chalets on stilts. African ethnic theme.
  

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SHAMBALA   

Zulu Camp - Shambala Game Reserve

Location 

• The Shambala game reserve is 2.5 hours north of Johannesburg ( follow the N1), in the Limpopo Province.
  
• Main Gate is the first main gate on 2km after the Bakkerspan sign in the Waterberg region of South Africa.
  
• Main Gate GPS Coordinates: S24° 16' 29.0", E028° 01' 26.9". 

 Overview

 Shambala is a Tibetan word meaning 'Paradise on Earth'.

• It offers an exclusive safari experience within 30,000ha of pristine wilderness.
• Nelson Mandela lives part-time on this private game reserve situated within the Waterberg Mountain Range.
• There is a strong commitment to reconciliation at Shambala.
• The owner, Douw Steyn, commissioned the building of the Nelson Mandela Centre for reconciliation within the reserve.
• Shambala supports the local communities on an ongoing basis by providing employment and contract work.
• The man-made 30h Douw Steyn Dam lies at the heart of the reserve.
• It supplies water to the reserve as well as water and habitat to a wide variety of wildlife.
• Activities include wildlife viewing, elephant safaris, bush picnics, sunset cruises, health spa & star-gazing.

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• Home to the rare sable antelope, Cape mountain zebra, black impala, tssessebe and cheetah.
  
• Also includes blesbok, eland, giraffe,nyala, hyena and crocodile.
  
• Over 300 bird species.

Accommodation

The Reserve accepts only one group at a time offering an exclusive safari experience.

Zulu Camp is unfenced, overlooking the river an surrounding bushland.

• There are 7 luxurious Afro-French style chalets, a pilot chalet and 1 luxury suite.
• The honeycombed chalets made from natural material are designed to resemble a traditional African kraal (village).
• Each chalet has air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom and private outdoor shower and deck.
• The spacious luxury chalet has it's own entrance with a dressing room and private outdoor bathroom.

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WELGEVONDEN GAME RESERVE   

Clifftop Exclusive Hideaway suite - Welgavonden Game Reserfe

Location

• The Welgevonden game reserve is only 3 hours N/W of Johannesburg in the Limpopo Province.
  
• Main Gate is 24km from Vaalwater in the Waterberg region of South Africa.
  
• 6-7 hour drive from Kruger Park.
  
• GPS coordinates:  Main Gate S24° 12.150' ;  E027° 54.099'

Overview

This Private 35,000 ha game reserve lies in the Waterberg plateau alongside Marakele National Park.   

• Combined with Marakele, it encompasses a World Heritage conservation area of 100,000 hectares.
  
• Wildlife roam a variety of habitats in the splendor of the Waterberg Mountain wilderness.
  
• Management is deeply committed to ongoing conservation research and development.
  
• Activities include guided visits to bushman paintings estimated at over 2000 years old. 

Wildlife Highlights

• A Big 5 wildlife destination.
  
• Home to one of the largest concentrations of white rhino within a private game reserve.
  
• Also includes shy species like duiker, cheetah, aardwolf, aardvark and brown hyena.
  
• Over 300 bird species including the Blue Crane.

Accommodation

There are nine Lodges in Welgevonden Private Game Reserve.

• Accommodation is 5 Star with luxury inclusions.
  
• All Lodges are designed to ensure complete privacy and have superb views.
  
• All blend into their natural environment. 

Accommodation options:  

• 1 Award-winning Lodge
• 4 Intimate secluded Lodges
• 2 Luxury family Lodges
  
• 1 Exclusive use lodge booked by one party.
  
• 1 Luxury log cabin style Lodge
  

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NORTH WEST 

MADIKWE GAME RESERVE

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge -  Madikwe Game Reserve

Location

• Four hour drive North East from Johannesburg, on the Botswana border.
  
• Within one and a half hours from Sun City.
  
• Easy access from Botswana.
  
• 8.5 hour drive from Kruger Park (overnight on the way recommended).
  
• Abjaterskop Gate: GPS coordinates  S24°40'59.52" ;E26°25'18.84"

Overview   

Madikwe game reserve encompasses 75,000 ha of prime game viewing in South Africa on the border with Botswana.   

• Madikwe is a malaria-free Big 5 reserve, 4 hours from Johannesburg.
  
• Run as a joint venture between the Nature Conservation authorities, private sector & local communities.
  
• The parks board manages the infrastructure and the conservation projects.
  
• The private sector manages the game lodges.
  
• The landscape is open grasslands and bushveld plains, with several dams, rocky outcrops and small mountains.
  
• Entry to the park is only permitted for guests staying atone of the private lodges.
  
• Strong commitment to local communities.

Wildlife Highlights

• The "big 5" (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard).
  
• One of the best reserves to spot wild dog.
  
• Cheetah, sable, giraffe, brown and spotted hyena, eland, gemsbok.
  
• Over 350 bird species.
  

Accommodation

 There are 23 Lodges in Madikwe Private Game Reserve.

There is a variety of accommodation to choose from:

• Luxury 5 star Lodges
  
• Intimate Lodges
  
• Family Safari Lodges
  
• Exclusive sole-use Lodges
  
• Luxury Tented Camp
  
• Rustic Eco-Camp
  

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PILANESBERG GAME RESERVE

Bukubung Bush Lodge - Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Location

• 3 - 3.5hr drive north from Johannesburg.
  
• Located in the North-West Province of South Africa.
  
• Bordered by the famous Sun City Resort.
  
• 7 hour drive from Kruger Park.
  
• Main Gate GPS coordinates: S25°15'40" ; E27°06'03"

Overview  

Pilanesberg is a "Big 5" (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard) game park in a Malaria free zone.

• Situated within an ancient extinct volcano formed some 1300 million years ago.
  
• Surrounded by hills and ridges, embracing 55,000 ha of prime wilderness.
  
• Various rivers run through the park and there are a number of small dams with one large central lake.
  
• There are a range of viewing hides.
  
• The information centre has a curio shop and cafe.
  
• There are fenced picnic areas.

Wildlife Highlights

 The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

• Rare painted dog, brown hyena and cheetah are also resident.
  
• Other wildlife includes giraffe, springbok, zebra, sable, hippo and crocodile.
  
• Over 300 bird species. 

Accommodation  

Accommodation includes low to high cost stays in resorts with chalets and rustic self-catering tented camps, through to luxury 5 star Lodges.

These include:

• 1 x Hotel with 4 and 5 Star accommodation.
• 3 x Five Star luxury Lodges
  
• 3 x Four Star luxury Lodges
  
• 2 x Three Star resorts with camping.

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THE EASTERN CAPE 

KARIEGA GAME RESERVE

Kareiga River Lodge - Kariega Game Reserve

Location 

• Situated on the popular Garden Route.
• 1000km from Cape Town
• 80 min drive from Port Elizabeth.
• 10 min drive from the coastal village of Kenton-on Sea.
  
• The turnoff to River Lodge on the R72 is signposted and is exactly 15 km beyond Alexandria.
• Main Lodge Gate: GPS coordinates: S33° 34’ 47” ; E26 36'13" 

Overview

Kariega is a "Big 5" (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard) Malaria-free game reserve.

• 9,000ha private reserve family owned and operated.
• Situated along the easily accessible Garden Route on the south east coast of South Africa.
  
• Two rivers run through the park - the Kariega and Bushman's river.
  
• Magnificent views over hills, rivers and valleys.
  
• Within easy reach of Port Elizabeth and close to the pristine beaches of Kenton-on-Sea..
  
• Activities include game drives, safari walks, river cruises, canoeing, fishing.

Wildlife Highlights

 The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

• Hippo, hyena, giraffe, plains game including eland and zebra.
• An abundance of birdlife including the nesting crowned eagle. 

Accommodation 

There are 4 options for accommodation. All are air-conditioned.

These include:

• River Lodge - 10 spacious thatched suites overlooking a river.
• Ukhozi Lodge - 10 suites with panoramic views & private plunge pools. 
• Main Lodge - 21 log chalets with spacious decks. Some with plunge pool. Families welcomed.
• The Homestead - exclusively booked. 5 bedrooms, playroom, pool, TV, chef and game ranger.

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KWANDWE GAME RESERVE

Great Fish River Lodge - Kwandwe Game Reserve

Location

• Situated near the coast half within reach of Port Elizabeth, Grahamstown and Kenton-on-sea.
• 160km (1.45hrs) from Port Elizabeth and the start of the popular Garden Route.
• 35km from Grahamstown.
• 904km from Cape Town and 992km from Johannesburg.
• Main Gate GPS coordinates: S33°07'49"70 ; E26°32'14"61.

 Overview

 Kwandwe is a "Big 5" (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard) in a malaria-free region of South Africa.

• A 22,000ha private wilderness reserve.
  
• Situated along the easily accessible Garden Route on the south east coast of South Africa.
  
• Two rivers run through the park - the Kariega and Bushman's river.
  
• Magnificent views over hills, rivers and valleys.
  
• 4 Luxury award-winning lodges.
  
• Activities include game drives, safari walks, river cruises, canoeing, fishing.

Wildlife Highlights

 The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

• Kwandwe is Xhosa for 'Place of the Blue Crane' - a rare species nurtured on Kwandwe.
• A sanctuary to other threatened species including the Knysna woodpecker and crowned eagle
• Also a refuge for Cape grysbok, black wildebeest, and black-footed cat.
• An abundance of mammal (cheetah, brown hyena, black rhino) and birdlife.
• Accommodation

There are 4 Safari Lodges. All are air-conditioned.

• Melton Manor exclusively booked by one party for up to 6 people.
• Uplands Homestead is booked per-suite or sole-use 

Lodges include:  

• Ecca Lodge - 6 suites with deck & plunge pool. Relaxed, modern & trendy.
• Great Fish River Lodge - 9 suites with deck and plunge pool. Overlook bushland.
• Melton Manor - 4 en-suite bedrooms. Contemporary farmhouse, sweeping views.
• Uplands Homestead - 3 suites. Contemporary farm-style. Pool. Exclusively booked.

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KWANTU GAME RESERVE  

Kwantu Lodge - Kwante Game Reserve

 Location

 

• Situated in the small town of Sidbury close to other BIG 5 reserves.
• 92km (1 hour) from Port Elizabeth and the start of the popular Garden Route.
• 46km (40min)from Grahamstown.
  
• 837km (9 hours) from Cape Town
• GPS Coordinates: S33° 25' 15" S ; E26° 10' 0.5" 

Overview

Kwantu is a "Big 5" malaria-free game reserve.

 Day visitors and overnight stays.

• An elephant sanctuary with endangered and exotic wildlife.
  
• Within easy reach of Port Elizabeth and close to the pristine beaches of Kenton-on-Sea.
  
• Activities include morning and afternoon day trips, visits to the predator educational and rehabilitation centre, historical tours.

Wildlife Highlights 

• The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
• Endangered species including the rare white lion.
• A sanctuary for elephants.
• Nocturnal wildlife including porcupine, aardvark, caracal and genet.
• An abundance of mammal (cheetah, brown hyena, black rhino) and birdlife.

Accommodation

There are 3 safari lodges naturally merged into the pristine wilderness.

 Pollards Inn is strictly Halal.

• All suites are air-conditioned, underfloor heating, fireplace and spa tub.
• Private decks overlook a dam.

Choose from:  

• Kwantu Honeymooner's Lodge - 1 Honeymoon Suite - complete privacy, private deck, jacuzzi.
• Five luxury African-style lodges with double bedroom, en-suite and private deck.
• Pollards Inn - 5 spacious rooms. Underfloor heating, separate lounge, business centre. Halal.

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LALIBELA GAME RESERVE   

Tree Tops Safari Lodge - Lalibela Game Reserve

  Location

• Situated between Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape.
• 37km (30min) from Grahamstown.
• 90km (1 hour)from Port Elizabeth.
• 4 hours from Knysna and Plettenberg Bay on the popular Garden Route.
  
• 836km (9 hours) from Cape Town
• GPS Coordinates: S33°28'12.36" ; E26°15"16.2" 

Overview

Lalibela is a "Big 5" malaria-free game reserve.

 Spans 5 ecosystems with a wide diversity of flora and fauna.

• 7,5000ha with a healthy game density.
  
• No public roads - off-road game drives on lodge vehicles.
• Children welcomed with a children's program.
• Within easy reach of Port Elizabeth and close to the pristine beaches of Kenton-on-Sea.
  
• Activities include morning & afternoon game drives,  historical tours.

Wildlife Highlights

 The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

• Cheetah, hyena, hippo, giraffe, blue duiker.
• Shy wildlife including bat-eared fox,aardvark,black-eared jackal, aardwolf.
• An abundance of birdlife.
• Wildlife roam throughout the entire reserve.

Accommodation

There are 3 safari lodges offering a varied experience.

Tree Tops Safari Lodge

• Luxury tented Camp.
• 5 elevated tents connected by raised walkways.
• Air-conditioned, en-suite, private deck.
• Main lounge and dining deck. 

Mark's Camp

• 8 stone and thatch chalets, Pan-African style.
• En-suite, air-con, private deck
• Lounge, boma, viewing decks, 2 pools.

Lentaba Safari Lodge

• Traditional-style African safari lodge situated on a hillside.
• 8 secluded thatched chalets with panoramic views.
• Private observation deck, air-con, fan.
• Indoor & outdoor dining - the boma overlooks a waterhole.

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PUMBA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE  

 

Msenge Bush Lodge - Pumba Game Reserve

 Location

• Situated between Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape.
• 20km (20min) from Grahamstown.
• 110km (1.2hrs)from Port Elizabeth.
• 4.5 hours from Knysna and Plettenberg Bay on the popular Garden Route.
  
• 9.5hrs from Cape Town
• Main Gate GPS Coordinates: S 33°22’43.03” and E 26°21’12.45”

  Overview

Pumba is a 5 Star "Big 5" malaria-free game reserve.

 6,5000ha of pristine wilderness overlooking a large lake.

• The reserve has reached GOLD status for it's environmental responsibility.
• Committed to playing and active role in conserving the environs & assisting the local community.
• Within easy reach of Port Elizabeth and close to the pristine beaches of Kenton-on-Sea.
  
• Activities include morning & afternoon game drives, tours, Health Spa.

Wildlife Highlights

• The big 5 including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
• Cheetah, hyena, hippo, giraffe, blue duiker.
• Shy wildlife including bat-eared fox,aardvark,black-eared jackal, aardwolf.
• An abundance of birdlife.
• Wildlife roam throughout the entire reserve.

 Accommodation

There are 2 Luxurious Lodges within Pumba Game Reserve.

Msenge Bush Lodge

11 luxury  glass enclosed chalets.   

• Private deck, plunge pool and outdoor shower.
• Dressing room, blinds for extra privacy, fireplace.
• Air-con, safe, waterhole views

Pumba Water Lodge

12 stone and thatched waterfront cottages with lake views.

• All with private deck with outdoor shower & plunge pool.
• Connected by elevated timber walkways.

Choose from:

• 1 or 2 bedroomed suites.
• King or twin bed cottages.
• 1 honeymoon suite with bathtub in room.
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SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

 

Bayethe Tented Camp - Shamwari

 Location

• Located 86km North of Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
• 26km Addo Elephant National Park as well as other private game reserves.
• Within easy reach of the popular Garden Route along the Eastern seaboard of South Africa.
• From the N2 motorway, turn onto the gravel R342. Turn right at the Shamwari sign.
• Main Gate GPS coordinates: S33° 28' 1.2972" ; E26° 3' 1.5978" 

 Overview

Shamwari is a "Big 5" reserve near Addo Elephant Park.

• Encompasses 25,000 ha of wilderness
• Covers 5 different eco-systems along the Bushman's River.
• Reclaimed farming land.
• Strong focus on returning the ecosystem to a natural state.
• Shamwari has an animal rehabilitation program.
• A sanctuary jointly funded by the Born Free Foundation.
• Cares for lions and leopards rescued from poor conditions in circuses or zoos around the world.

Wildlife Highlights

•  Big 5, cheetah, serval, bat-eared fox, brown hyena
• Zebra, giraffe, hippo and a variety of antelope
• Abundance of birds 

 Accommodation

There are Seven Lodges in Shamwari Private Game Reserve.

 All Lodges are designed to ensure complete privacy and have superb views.

• Accommodation is 5 Star with luxury inclusions.
• All blend into their natural environment.

There are a variety of accommodation options available:

•  Classic Lodge with Spa
• Hotel-Style Lodge with Spa
  
• Exclusive use Lodge - booked by one party
  
• Family Lodges
  

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WESTERN CAPE

INVERDOORN  GAME RESERVE

Iziba Luxury Chalet - Inverdoorn Game Reserve

 Location

• Located north Cape Town in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
• Acessed via the N1 motorway.
• After passing through Sutherland, follow signs to Inverdoorn.
• Within easy reach of the gourmet winelands of the Western Cape.
• GPS coordinates: S33°11'0680", E19°81'2494"

Overview

Inverdoorn is a "Big 5" reserve 2.5hrs north of Cape Town.

•  Falls within the Klein Karoo region on the Western Cape of S. Africa.
• Spans 10,000 ha of privately owned wilderness
• Encompasses the rich biodiversity of the Little Karoo.
• Surrounded by panoramic mountain passes and lush vineyards.
• Luxury accommodation to suit a range of taste and budgets.

Wildlife Highlights

•  Big 5, cheetah, serval, bat-eared fox, brown hyena.
• Antelope including eland, steenbok, Gemsbok (Oryx).
• Giraffe, hippo and wildebeest.
• Part of the Western Cape Cheetah Conservation project.
• Opportunity to interact with cheetahs.
• Abundance of birds 

 Accommodation

Ibiza Lodge is located in the heart of Inverdoorn Game Reserve.

•  All Lodges are designed to ensure complete privacy and have superb views.

• Accommodation is 5 Star with luxury inclusions.

• All blend into their natural environment.

 There are a variety of accommodation options available:

•  The Ambassador Suite - 5 Star. Maximum privacy, secluded patio, rooftop terrace.
• 4 Luxury chalets - 5 Star. Fireplace, air-con, communal rooftop terrace. 
  
• 7 Chalets - 4 Star. Private veranda, air-con, fireplace.
  
• 2 Guest Houses - 3 Star. 4 bedrooms. Patio. Perfect for families.

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SANBONA GAME RESERVE

Gondwana Lodge - Sanbona Game Reserve

 Location

 

• Located north Cape Town in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
• 3 hours from Cape Town.
• Accessed via the N1 motorway.
• 43km past Montagu, turn left at "dieVlakte" and Sanbona sign.
• 7km gravel road to the Main Gate.
• Within easy reach of the gourmet winelands of the Western Cape.
• GPS coordinates: S33° 45' 18.4788" ; E20° 33' 7.9194"   

Overview

Sanbona is a "Big 5" reserve 3 hrs north of Cape Town.

• Falls within a rare Fynbos region in the Western Cape of S. Africa.
• Spans 8,000 ha of privatly owned wilderness
• San rock art paintings dating back 3500 years..
• Surrounded by panoramic mountain passes and lush vineyards.
• Luxury accommodation to suit a range of taste and budgets.

 Wildlife Highlights

• Big 5, cheetah, serval, bat-eared fox, brown hyena.
• Antelope including eland, steenbok, orynx.
• Giraffe, hippo and wildebeest.
• Part of the Western Cape Cheetah Conservation project.
• Opportunity to interact with cheetahs.
• Abundance of birds.

 Accommodation

There are 4 Lodges within Sanbona Game Reserve.

Each Lodge offers a unique experience. 

Gondwana Lodge

• Thatched Karoo Homstead.
• 12 spacious luxury suites.
• Outdoor pool, therapy rooms and steam room.
• Kids program, children's playroom with TV, WiFi.
• Overlooks the Bellair Dam
• Main Feature: Perfect for families.

Dwyka Tented Lodge.

•  9 luxury tents set in a horse shoe overlooking the wilderness.
• 2x twin and 7x king.
• 2 therapy rooms, boma, main lounge with fireplace. 
• En-suite, underfloor heating, private deck, plunge pool.
• Main Feature:  luxurious seclusion.

Tilney Manor

• 3 separate units including 6 spacious suites.
• 4x king and 2x twin suites.
• All suites are open-plan.
• 2 therapy rooms, steam room and sauna.
• TV, DVD and WiFi.
• Main Feature:  Relaxation retreat.

Explorer Camp

• Unfenced tented bushcamp
• 3 mobile canvas tents with en-suite portable bio box toilet.
• 2x outdoor showers - water solar or fire heated.
• A flexible wilderness experience offering foot safaris.
• Main Feature: Sleep under the stars & share stories around a campfire. 

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