safari lodges Kruger Park
Private heated pools at Savanna Lodge
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Kruger Park.
Memorable and authentic.
We suggest 3 to 4 nights.
Just do it.
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Welcome to a wonderfully wild world where elephants can empty your poolwhile you are enjoying gourmet dinners in open air boma's around blazing fires.
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Sabi Sand (and many other reserves - (see map below) forms part of Kruger Parkbut NO public driving is allowed here as all lodges offer day and night-time game drivesin open game viewing vehicles with professional rangers and experienced trackers.
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Magnificent photo opportunities abound as spotting the big 5 is almost guaranteed.And, of course, Sabi Sand is world renowned for its leopard sightings.
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Safari lodge rates include all meals and 2 daily guided game drives
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go on - let the Out in Africa safari begin...
Map of Kruger Park lodges
too many outinafrica lodges to mention here but, listed below,
our favourite safari lodges in THREE different game reserves:
- 5 sought-after Sabi Sand lodges - in descending rate order
- a dreamy Timbavati bush villa for up to 8 adults
- and finally, the 4 lodges of easy-to-get-to Kapama Reserve.
and if you are searching for honeymoon safari suites to remember,
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Sabi Sand private reserve
There are too many fabulous lodges in the world famous Sabi Sand to mention here but, for an exhilirating big game safari offering MANY close-up encounters of a breathless kind, SEVEN of our most unforgettable and client-favoured lodges are...
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a lodge moulded around the ancient rocks scattered all along the banks of the Sand Rivermagnificent suites, private bathrooms, airy game viewing decks and private plunge pools
7 river suites overlook Sabie River and 2 of 3 bush suites overlook active watering hole
fossilised tree stumps, stone, iron, leather, sheep-skin and the softest cotton towels
blends of sensual Africa, a sense of tranquillity and the vibrant rhythm of safari lifelodge pool, gallery, library, wellness/fitness centre and complimentary wifia dreamy and luxurious escape - to be remebered for years to come... -
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fly 1hr JNB/Singita or fly 30min Nelspruit/Singita or 2hr road transfer from Nelspruit -
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rates 2026
Bush Suite from R49 255 to R57 640 per person per night
River Suite from R51 665 to R60 470 per person per night
high season jun-aug & 15dec-5janincluded - all meals, bar, 2 daily game drives, guided walking, laundry & return transfers from/to Singita airstrip.
excluded - flights, conservation contribution, levies, spa treatments and staff gratuities
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8 luxurious glass-fronted suites with full bathroom, sun deck and private pool
set on a rocky outcrop with distant views and overlooks active watering hole
spacious suites, air-conditioned, overhead fans and luxuriously appointed
romantic bathrooms with indoor/outdoor shower and wilderness views
central bar/lounge dining area with TV room, library and pool deckgentle tranquil afriKan tones - this place truly airs the mind... -
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2hr road transfer or short charter flight from Nelspruit airport -
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rates 2026 - R26 300 per person per night
included - all meals, tea/coffee, 2 daily game drives and a walk, drinks, laundry and road transfer from airstripexcluded - premium bar, flights, spa, airport transfers and staff gratuities
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basking on the banks of a large dam in the exclusive 63,000 hectare Sabi Sand Game Reserveeach of 6 luxury suites open onto spacious private wooden deck with plunge pool & lake viewsbath-tub, in/outdoor shower, fireplace, minibar, fan, hairdryer, tea/coffee & iPod docking stationThe Charlsy Suite offer 2 en-suite rooms sharing a lounge and lake view deck with poolChitwa House is an amazing 2 bedroomed bush villa with private pool, -chef & -ranger -
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scheduled flights direct from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Arathusa airstrip nearby
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rates 2025
Luxury suites at R28700 per person per night (incl local bar)
Suite with 2 inter leading rooms at R29510 per person per night
Chitwa House with 2 suites, private chef/ranger at R154300 per night for up to 4 adultsincluded - all meals, local bar, Chitwa House Wine Selection, 2 daily game drives and a walking safari, laundry and return airstrip transfers.excluded - spa, conservation levy, premium bar and staff gratuities
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exclusive 5 star lodge set in garden with watering hole for visiting elephants7 tented suites with private pools, spacious bathrooms and draped ceilingssavanna suite offers communal living with 2 suites, each with private pool
all suites with a private patio, heated plunge pool and outdoor showerelegant air-conditioned interiors, stocked minibars & coffee machinesome say it’s probably afriKa's most luxurious tented suitescentral dining room, bar, small library with wifi and pooland yes, delicious, freshly prepared meals… -
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2hr road transfer or short charter flight from Nelspruit airport -
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rates 2025
R18 600 per person per night in luxury suite
R22 250 per person per night in executive suite
2 bedroom villa at R110 000 per night for 4adults - incl private ranger & -dining
included - all meals, local bar, 2 daily game drives with drinks, daily walk and laundry
excluded - premium bar, flights, airport transfers, conservation levy and lodge staff gratuities
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8 suites overlooking active waterhole + 4 bush facing suites with sparkling private pools
spacious interiors with bush-facing suites located a bit of a walk from the main lodge
all suites with air-con, indoor/outdoor shower plus airy deck with water or bush view
central dining area, bar/lounge and communal lodge pool overlook watering holesimple yet elegant in design, with great game viewing in the heart of Sabi Sand
complimentary wifi in bar and lounge areas -
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Road transfers from:-Hoedspruit airport 2.5hrSkukuza Airport 3hrNelspruit Airport 4hr -
rate
rates 2026 – R11 500 per person per night either water/bush facing - Bush facing units further from lodge but with private pools
included - all meals, local bar, 2 daily guided game drives and a walking safari
excluded - conservation levy, flights, airport transfers, laundry, spa and lodge staff gratuities
Then, a second Kruger Park reserve WELL worth a mention
Timbavati Private Reserve
North of Sabi Sand lies the world renowned Timbavati Reserve - sharing a 50km unfenced border with Kruger Park. Known for its natural beauty, the Timbavati offers luxurious accommodation options and a magnificent bush villa for up to 8 adults
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an uber-luxurious game lodge villa set deep in the heart of the Timbavati Reserve
Villa comes with PRIVATE game vehicle, ranger, tracker, personal butler and chef
an opulent, upstairs master suite with open plan bathroom and viewing lounge
plus 2 luxury suites and a detached garden suite for eight guests in total
all suites overlook the private gardens, pool, viewing deck and boma
complete privacy for small groups and families travelling together
Kings Camp also offers 6 luxury-, a family- & 2 honeymoon suitesall with private plunge pools, outdoor sunken lounge & fire-pits -
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45min road transfer from Hoedspruit airport -
rate
rates 2025
Waterbuck Villa at R160000 per night for 1-8adults
Luxury suites & honeymoon suite with plunge pools at R17300 per person per night
included - all meals, local bar, 2 daily game drives and a walking safari.
excluded - flights, conservation levy, premium bar, spa treatments and staff gratuities.
And finally, a third reserve to consider - only minutes from Hoedspruit airport...
Kapama Private Reserve
West of Timbavati lies 13000 hectares of wilderness tucked between Kruger Park and the northern Drakensberg. This fenced wilderness offers a selection of lodges and is located a mere 10minute complimentary transfer from Hoedspruit Airport. Literally your first game drive!
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first 2 pics of the flag ship Karula Lodge - generous suites with sundeck and private pool
4 seperate game lodges within the reserve offer a diverse range of accommodation
all lodges offer central dining areas with bar and communal lodge poolprobably THE easiest game lodge access only 10min from Hoedspruit -
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only a 10minute complimentary road transfer from Hoedspruit airport -
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rates 2025 - from R10 500 to R36 000 per person per nightacross a selection of 4 beautiful lodges
included - all meals, selected bar, 2 daily guided game drives and a walk, airport transfers from Hoedspruit Airport
excluded - conservation levy, flights and lodge staff gratuities
itinerary ideas
Below some ideas of what can be done but YOU decide.
Travel when YOU want to
Travel when YOU want to
choose YOUR favourite lodge
and combine destinations as YOU wish.
Take a look:
and combine destinations as YOU wish.
Take a look:
8 nights - Cape Town and Kruger Safari
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day 1 - arrive Cape Town and stay 5nights
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day 6 - fly 2.5hr CPT/Kruger + transfer to lodge for 3nights
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day 9 - fly 1hr Kruger/JNB & fly out of JNB
11 nights - Cape Town, Winelands & Kruger Safari
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day 1 - arrive Cape Town and stay 5nights
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day 6 - 1hr self drive to winelands and stay 3nights
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day 9 - fly 2.5hr CPT/Kruger + transfer to lodge for 3nights
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day 12 - fly 1hr Kruger/JNB & fly out of JNB
14 nights - Cape Town, Namibia, Vic Falls & Kruger Safari
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day 1 - arrive Cape Town and stay 6nights
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day 7 - fly 1.5hr to Namibia + charter flight to lodge and stay 2nights
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day 9 - return charter flight + fly 1.5hr to Vic Falls & stay 2nights
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day 11 - fly 1.5hr to Kruger + transfer to lodge for 3nights
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day 14 - fly 1hr Kruger/JNB & fly out of JNB
Go on - the Kruger's leopards await...
