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Lalibela Kichaka Lodge

Lalibela Kichaka Lodge is a charming natural stone and thatch building that blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape, while offering guests a five-star experience in the heart of the wilderness. After being re-built in 2020, the updated Kichaka Lodge is a modern uptake of traditional safari style and the ambience created is one of comfortable elegance.

Guests can enjoy incredible wildlife viewing from the comfort of the expansive viewing deck which overlooks Kichaka Lodge’s waterhole where animals gather to drink, bathe and play. Watch huge grey elephants wander through the greenery, pushing trees aside as they move, or herds of giraffe stroll across the horizon, casting long shadows. There is also a sociable cocktail bar and sitting area where guests can converse and swap exciting safari stories with one another while enjoying a refreshing beverage; and on clear evenings guests can delight in fireside dinners, held in the atmospheric boma under a sky of dazzling stars.

Sibuya River Camp

A fascinating 11km boat-ride up the Estuary from the seaside village of Kenton-on-Sea brings you to the jetty at River Camp. Only four spacious luxury en-suite tents skilfully hidden in the riverine forest maximize privacy for each tent and ensure an exclusive and personalised experience. Every tent has its own cosy fireplace to ensure a snuggly warm environment on chillier nights. Professional and passionate staff ensure a time to be spoilt and make memories to treasure. The Camp recommended for families with children visiting Sibuya. These enormous 75 m2 tents with sleeper couches that convert to two single beds for children sharing, ensure plenty of space for the whole family.

Kwandwe Fort House

Kwandwe Fort House is a private villa set within the rugged landscape of the stunning Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. Guests can look forward to an incredible safari adventure in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by rolling verdant plains and scattered vegetation. Elegantly designed and set within a rugged landscape, modernity meets classic safari at Fort House.

The exclusive villa features two master bedrooms and two suites as well as luxurious and spacious living and entertainment areas. The house can cater for up to eight guests and includes staff who will ensure every detail is perfect throughout your stay.

Guests can enjoy unwinding on the front terrace that overlooks a wildlife-rich expanse of grassland close to one of the major waterholes on the reserve. Here you can look out for the Kwandwe’s prolific birdlife or amazing mammals including the famous Big 5.

The solar-heated rim-flow pool shares the same view, as does the boma which is sunken into the grounds of the expansive lawn in front of the house and offers guests a romantic setting for dining under the stars. Fort House’s central location provides easy access to the prime game viewing areas of Kwandwe, while offering a serene and tranquil atmosphere far from the other lodges within the reserve.

Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Ecca Lodge rests in the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, overlooking breathtakingly beautiful scenery and a dense valley of verdant trees, rich flora and incredible wildlife. Nestled amongst the treetops, the six wood and glass suites offer stunning panoramic views featuring an escarpment of steep shale cliffs. With light and airy atmospheres, stylish interiors and wraparound decks – complete with private plunge pools and outdoor showers, guests can enjoy a luxurious stay in the heart of the tranquil wilderness.

The family suites include a private vehicle and ranger, and are perfectly suited for 2 adults and 2 children, with two day-beds in the lounge for guests under 16. The lodge is intimate, relaxed and trendy with décor inspired by the vibrant colours and textures of our nearby villages.

Kwandwe Uplands Homestead

Kwandwe Uplands Homestead is an exclusive safari villa, nestled amongst the ground’s beautiful manicured gardens which contrast with the sweeping wilderness of the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. Shrouded in the romance and spirit of adventure from the classic safari era, the homestead features three luxurious and spacious suites with a comfortable yet elegant design.

All of the suites include their own private verandahs and en-suite bathrooms. Guests can admire the stunning landscape views from the comfort of their beds, while surrounded by antique mirrors, yellowwood trunks and artefacts that call to another time. The kitchen is this homestead’s heart and core where meals are created to be shared by friends and family under the African sky in the boma after the day’s adventures.

Kwandwe Melton Manor

Kwandwe Melton Manor is a private space that inspires the sharing of meals, laughter and experiences around the farmhouse table. The exclusive manor house rests within the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve and overlooks the stunning wilderness and Afromontane forests. The stretching plains extend as far as the eye can see, with verdant shrubs and low-growing trees scattered against the backdrop of the rolling hills.

The manor itself enjoys a simple and contemporary design, the natural colour scheme allowing it to blend into its surroundings and cause minimum disruption to the landscape. Melton Manor consists of 4 double suites, gathered around a spacious central courtyard with a refreshing swimming pool and a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces designed to create a relaxing environment for exciting wildlife viewing.

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge rests within a remote section of a private reserve, offering guests an exclusive stay with uninterrupted views of the sweeping wilderness. The rustic yet modern main building blends into the natural landscape and features large viewing decks to allow guests the best views of the surrounding nature, and the perfect spot for watching glorious sunsets or the incredible kudu as they meander down to the river for a drink.

The lodge consists of nine independent suites, all of which feature private plunge pools and a thatched terrace where guests can admire the passing wildlife, including the Big 5, and watch the many different species of birds fly over to the river. At night, the lack of light pollution allows for dazzling star-filled skies and guests can unwind with a refreshing beverage from your in-room bar before snuggling up in your king-sized bed and falling asleep to the sounds of the wilderness.

Ant’s Hill

Perched on a cliff that offers sweeping views over the luscious valley, Ant’s Hill is rustic and authentic, offering a traditional yet comfortable safari stay. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the rooms are spacious and bright, all with private deckings where guests can enjoy gazing over the endless horizons. Guests can spend their days exploring the Waterberg, on a traditional game drive or guided walk, a dip in the heated pool, or a local village trip. One of the specialities on offer at Ant’s Hill is their horse riding safaris. Gallop through the wild Waterberg with the wind in your hair, becoming a part of nature. Return to the main lodge for a delicious freshly cooked meal and a glass of smooth South African wine enjoyed on the decking underneath the wide starry sky.

Ant’s Nest

Surrounded by the thick bushveld and sweeping plains of Waterberg, Ant’s Nest offers guests a traditional safari stay in the heart of the South African wilderness. Offering a variety of suites, guests can choose what suits them best, but all are stylish and comfortable, giving off an authentic safari atmosphere. Guests can spend their evenings unwinding on their verandahs, keeping an eye out for grazing animals in the plains next to them. Spend your days exploring the bushveld on a game drive, guided walk, mountain bike ride, or a horse riding safari. Return to the lodge after a long day for a quick dip in the heated swimming pool before a hearty and warming home-style cooked meal.

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.