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Singita Lebombo Lodge

Surrounded by the untouched wilderness of the Kruger National Park, guests will find Singita Lebombo Lodge. Built to blend into the natural surroundings, the suites have features of wood, metal, and soft furnishings to create a comfortable retreat into nature. Glass walls allow guests to connect to the surrounding nature while snuggling on the cosy sofas, or lazing on the beds.
Guests can spend their days exploring the stunning Kruger National Park on an exciting game drive or immersive guided walk. Return to the lodge for a cooking class with a professional chef, a dip in the sparkling swimming pool or a relaxing massage before a delicious dinner and drink around the boma, underneath the wide starry sky.

Gorah Elephant Camp

Gorah Elephant Camp rests in the only private concession within the renowned Addo Elephant National Park. Here, guests can experience the incomparable thrill of quietly observing a passing herd of elephants while receiving 5-star treatment in the comfort of a stately colonial manor house. This exclusive safari lodge consists of 11 spacious tented suites beneath thatched canopies, each with private decks, a living area and an en-suite bathroom.
Addo Elephant National Park is home to an incredible array of wildlife including the Big 5 and the world’s densest population of elephants. Situated just an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth, Gorah Elephant Camp is the ideal location for beginning a tour of the Garden Route. The lodge has won multiple awards including the Relais & Chateaux worldwide Welcome Award, Best Lodge in the Eastern Cape award from SA Tourism and National Park’s business partner of the year award.

Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge

Madikwe Hills Private Game Reserve has a prime location within the Madikwe Game Reserve and offers guests an elegant stay in the heart of the South African wilderness. Luxury suites are spacious and bright and all come complete with their own plunge pools with sweeping views of the endless horizons. A private villa is available for families who wish to experience a truly exclusive safari. Guests can spend their days exploring the reserve on an early morning game drive before returning to the lodge for a rejuvenating massage and refreshing dip in the sparkling pool before heading back out to experience the bush as the sun sets. Dinner can be enjoyed in the traditional dining room or outside by the pool and crackling fire pit underneath the wide starry sky.

Tuningi Safari Lodge

Located in the Madikwe Game Reserve is Tuningi Safari Lodge, surrounded by pristine and untouched wilderness. With a capacity of only 16 guests when full, the lodge has a private and exclusive feel. The suites are luxurious and comfortable with feature fireplaces for the chillier evenings and deep bathtubs for relaxing soaks. Private deckings offer the perfect space to unwind after a long day, gazing over the sweeping grasslands. There are two family suites which can accommodate up to four people and are perfect for families with young children. Days can be spent exploring the reserve on game drives and guided walks, or relaxing at the lodge with a massage or quick dip in the glistening swimming pool. Dinners are served under the shade of a fig tree surrounded by warm glowing lanterns and overlooking an active watering hole.

Jaci’s Tree Lodge

Nestled in amongst the vivid and luscious trees of Madikwe Game Reserve sits Jaci’s Tree Lodge. 4m high and connected by wooden walkways, the lodge immerses guests in the raw, untamed wilds of South Africa while offering them a luxury and relaxing safari stay. 8 treehouse-style suites place guests in the heart of their surroundings, opening up to let the outside breezes fill the suite, and are decorated with splashes of colour found in scatter cushions and patterned rugs.
Explore the reserve at your own pace on a guided walk, or enjoy a relaxing massage to take care of your mind, body, and soul. A speciality of Jaci’s Lodges is their emphasis on dining outside, so guests can expect freshly prepared meals under the shade of the thick tree cover, before retiring to your suite for some stargazing from the private deckings.

Jaci’s Safari Lodge

Jaci’s Safari Lodge is a colourful burst of authentic safari style surrounded by the wild and pristine Madikwe Game Reserve. With 8 safari suites, there is an exclusive feel to the lodge even when full, and the suites are full of traditional character with thatch ceilings, wooden features, stone walls and mosaic bathtubs. Private deckings offer a perfect place to unwind after a long day spent exploring and access to the main swimming pool offers guests a place to cool down during a hot day. Spend your days travelling through the reserve on an exciting game drive or immersive guided walk before returning to the lodge and finishing the day enjoying a delicious dinner made with fresh, local ingredients underneath the cover of vivid green trees.

Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge

Private and exclusive, Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge offers guests a unique and quiet stay in the very heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve. 8 luxuriously appointed suites allow guests to immerse themselves in their surroundings while lounging on their cosy bed or unwinding in their comfortable lounge area. All suites come with their own private decking where guests can gaze over the endless horizons of the reserve and the sparkling Marico River in the near distance.
Guests can spend their day exploring the reserve on an exciting game drive or immersive guided walk before returning to the lodge for a dip in the infinity pool, followed by a delectable dinner which can be enjoyed around the boma, underneath the wide starry sky. Enjoy sipping on a glass of fine South African wine while surrounded by the sights, smells, and sounds of the wild South African bush.

Bushman’s Kloof Wilderness Reserve

Set at the picturesque foothills of the Cederberg Mountains, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve offers guests a unique wilderness experience surrounded by sweeping plains, against the backdrop of ancient sandstone formations and crystal waterfalls. Located only 270 km from Cape Town, the multi-award-winning Relais & Châteaux Lodge consists of 16 luxurious and stylish guest rooms and 2 private villas which are surrounded by a beautiful 7500-hectare private reserve with stunning flora and fauna. Guests can enjoy the breathtaking experience of watching incredible wildlife with more than 200 species of animals, and admiring the 755 species of indigenous fynbos plants.

Kazile Island Lodge

Kazile Island Lodge is a beautiful and elegant place to stay found on a private island on the Kwando River, in the heart of KAZA. Kazile is one of only two accommodations situated within the Bwabwata National Park itself, along with its sister lodge Nambwa. The Lodge is home to no fewer than thirteen Meru tents hidden away in the bountiful Mangosteen forest. The tents offer incredible views of both the Kwando River and the extensive floodplains between the island and the infamous Horseshoe Bend. Sitatunga, an elusive aquatic antelope, can be spotted on the floodplains and marshes, providing guests with a rare opportnity to see these animals. This incredible corner of Namibia is hard not to fall in love with, with amazing sunrises over the trees and wildlife traversing every corner.

Nambwa Tented Lodge

The magnificent Nambwa Tented Lodge is situated within the heart of KAZA and is the only lodge that can be found inside the Bwabwata National Park. The lodge offers ten beautiful tents that are hidden away high up in the majestic Jackalberry, Sausage and Knobthorn trees. Respecting the elephants’ natural right of way through this area, the lodge is built with luxurious comfort in mind above the African landscape. As the sun goes down, guests get to uniquely experience the spectacle of Africa’s night-time wildlife as it unfolds down below.