Suggested Safari Lodges in South Africa

Savanna Private Game Reserve

Savanna Private Game Reserve is situated in the world renowned Sabi Sands and prides itself on immaculate attention to detail and exceptional levels of personal service. With a maximum of only 14 guests staff provide the time and dedication to attend to your every need. In addition, the excellent food and incredible Big 5 game viewing with knowledgeable and enthusiastic rangers will make your stay here totally memorable.

My first ever game drive at Savanna Private Game Reserve was taken by the manager - Paddy Hagelthorn. I was very fortunate to witness his ability to seek out the game and anticipate their every move, a truly phenomenal experience. I can fully appreciate the accolades he receives from the numerous Game Rangers in the region.

Ulusaba Private Game Reserve

Owned by Sir Richard Branson, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is set in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, bordering the sprawling Kruger National Park. Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is the epitome of luxury safari travel, featuring the Safari Lodge, with its tree house style accommodation hidden within dense bush offering views of a waterhole and the Rock Lodge which is perched high upon a rocky summit, that exposes you to spectacular panoramic views of the expansive bush below, the roaming game and the majestic Drakensberg Mountain range in the distance.

A memory of Ulusaba Game Reserve still so vivid was returning from a Game drive to stumble upon two beautiful Leopard Cubs wandering inquisitively along the balcony of the stilted restaurant at Ulusaba Safari Lodge.

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Set amongst 20 000 hectares of malaria free reserve in the Eastern Cape, an hour from Port Elizabeth, Shamwari Game Reserve is the epitome of Luxury Private Game Lodges boasting a wealth of awards for quality service and conservation. All six Lodges at Shamwari are very different in ambiance and architecture, ranging from old world colonial to modern bush style accommodation. Shamwari Game Reserve provides a perfect extension to a self-drive Garden Route holiday.

Over the years the Born Free Foundation has been able to rescue several big cats from situations where they are in serious danger, providing them with excellent life time care. Guests at Shamwari Game Reserve are able to see some of these rescued animals at the Born Free Foundation Animal Rescue Centre.

Jaci`s Safari Lodge & Jaci`s Tree Lodge

These two exceptional, privately owned lodges run by Jan and Jaci, together with an outstanding team, will exceed all your safari expectations. Situated in the Malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve boasting 75,000 hectares of big 5 territory. Jaci’s Safari Lodge is a unique, open-plan thatched area built around a huge termite mound and is popular with families. Jaci’s Tree Lodge comprises of tree houses, each encompassing a large Tamboetie or Leadwood tree linked by raised wooden walkways from the main Lodge.

Jaci`s Safari Lodge offers a very unique child friendly safari programme facilitated by Professional guides. Activities will include bush craft, inspector and detective trails, animal tracking, birds of a feather, touch tables, river safaris, game drives and walks to name a few.

Marataba Private Game Reserve

Situated beneath the towering Waterberg Mountains, Marataba is a 23,000 hectare private concession within the Limpopo’s Marakele National Park, a malaria-free, privately owned sanctuary boasting the Big Five amidst spectacular bushveld scenery. Built of stone and glass, Marataba’s magnificent main lodge celebrates both ancient Africa and modern architectural innovation. Fifteen exotic suites with en-suite bathrooms and private decks overlooking plains teeming with game provide opulent comfort between exhilarating game drives and fine gourmet dining.

Marataba Private Game Reserve ranks as one of my very own most picturesque Safari experiences I have been lucky to witness. The Mountains and the sunsets were truly memorable. Watching the 13 newly released Wild Dog on a kill was pretty special likewise!

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