Makalali Private Game Reserve
4 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $667*
Includes two nights accommodation, all meals, teas and coffees, scheduled game activities and return road transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport. Excludes the park entrance fee of ZAR95 per person which is payable locally (subject to change).
Nestled on 22,000 hectares of conservancy west of the Kruger National Park, this ethnic bush retreat lies in the Gravelotte area of the Limpopo Province. Makalali means ‘place of rest’ and is home to four of the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant and rhino as well as cheetah, zebra, giraffe and much more. Makalali prevails as one of the most unique game lodges in South Africa and has four exclusive camps, each consisting of six individually designed spacious air-conditioned suites with outdoor shower and private sala. Each camp has a pool, boma, lounge and dining area.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, and then a one hour road transfer to the lodge; charter flights can be organised directly into the reserve; or by self drive.
Activities:
Game drives in open 4WD vehicles or game walks accompanied by professional game rangers.
Motswari Private Game Reserve
4 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $1288*
Includes two nights accommodation , all meals, scheduled game activities, conservation levy and return road transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport.
Motswari is set deep in the Timbavati, a part of the Greater Kruger National Park Conservancy, traversing an area of approximately 15,000 hectares. In operation for 30 years, this family-owned lodge prides itself on the value of conservation, exquisite cuisine, award-winning wines, luxurious accommodation and hospitality in the tradition of one of the original lodges in South Africa. Offering 15 thatched air-conditioned bungalows furnished in natural materials with safe and hairdryer, lodge pool, traditional open-air boma, lounge, bar, art gallery exhibiting original wildlife art, library and gift shop.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, and then a 50 minute road transfer to the lodge; charter flights can be organised to land directly into Motswari’s private airstrip; or by self drive.
Activities:
Professional rangers and skilled Shangaan trackers guide early morning and late afternoon game drives in open 4WD vehicles and also game walks into the bush.
Thornybush Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $999*
Includes two nights accommodation at N’Kaya Lodge, all meals, teas and coffees, scheduled game activities, conservation fee and return road transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport. Prices for other Thornybush Reserve lodges are available on request.
Adjacent to Kruger National Park lies Thornybush Game Reserve, consisting of 11,500 hectares of pristine African bushveld and boasting an abundance of bird and animal species, including the Big Five. There are five exclusive safari lodges: The three 4* lodges include N’Kaya Lodge with four air-conditioned thatched suites, lodge pool and boma; Chapungu Tented Camp offering eight air-conditioned tented suites, lodge pool, gift shop and boma; and Serondella Game Lodge which has four air-conditioned suites, lodge pool, gift shop, boma and elevated viewing hides. The two 5* lodges include Thornybush Game Lodge which offers 20 luxury air-conditioned suites with in and outdoor showers, lodge pool, spa, library, boma and curio shop; and Shumbalala with five suites, private viewing deck, outdoor shower, lodge pool, curio shop and wine cellar.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, and then a road transfer to the lodge; charter flights can be organised directly into the reserve; or by self drive.
Activities:
Two game drives and a game walk are included each day. Game drives are in open Land Rovers accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers, at dawn and dusk.
Jock Safari Lodge
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $2006*
Includes two nights accommodation at Main Jock Lodge, all meals, house beverages, scheduled game activities and return road transfers from/to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport.
Situated in the southern area of Kruger National Park at the confluence of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti Rivers. As well as the two million hectare Kruger National Park, there are 6000 hectares of exclusive traversing in the private concession. Named after the classic story of Jock of the Bushveld, the lodge incorporates the romance and elegance of the past including the unique styles of the Zulu and Shangaan cultures. There are two lodges: Main Jock Lodge with 12 luxury air-conditioned suites, outdoor shower, private plunge pool, private sala, main dining area, boma, bar, library, small business centre and spa; and Little Jock Lodge with three air-conditioned suites and a lodge pool.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport, and then a road transfer to the lodge; by charter flight into Skukuza; or by self drive.
Activities:
A typical day at Jock Safari Lodge begins with a morning sunrise safari, full breakfast, bush walk followed by lunch and a rest in the privacy of your suite. Then it is an afternoon-into-evening game drive followed by a sumptuous dinner in the boma under the stars.
Book 2 nights at Jock Safari Lodge and receive up to 3 nights free at selected luxury properties in Cape Town, the Winelands or Knysna – valid 01May - 03 Sep11. Conditions apply.
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Ngala Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $1435*
Includes two nights accommodation at Ngala Safari Lodge, all meals, house beverages, scheduled game activities and return road transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport. Prices for Ngala Tented Camp are available on request.
Ngala Private Game Reserve sits on the western boundary of Kruger National Park. It is the only private reserve to be incorporated into Kruger National Park, and has exclusive traversing rights over 14,700 hectares of game rich wilderness. Consisting of two safari lodges, Ngala is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Ngala Safari Lodge, nestled under a canopy of mopane and tamboti trees, has 20 thatched cottages which exude safari romance. Facilities include a lodge pool, sundeck and dining and bar area. The sophisticated and intimate Ngala Tented Camp sits sheltered under a luxuriantly cool tree canopy and overlooks the seasonal Timbavati riverbed. It offers six luxurious tented suites with outdoor shower, mini-bar and wooden deck.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate between Johannesburg and Hoedspruit, followed by a 40 minute road transfer. Alternatively, charter flights can be arranged from Johannesburg directly into Ngala airstrip, or self drive.
Activities:
Twice daily game drives in open 4WD safari vehicles with professional guides, bush walks, stargazing, birdwatching, picnics, bush sundowners.
Stay 3, pay 2 nights at Ngala Safari Lodge – Stay 4, pay 3 nights – valid 01Jan-31Dec'11. Conditions apply.
Camp Jabulani
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $1844*
Includes two nights accommodation, all meals, scheduled game activities and return road transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport. Optional activities are not included. Prices that include a dedicated butler, laundry service, house beverages and elephant back safaris are available on request.
Located in the heart of a Big Five reserve near Hoedspruit, Camp Jabulani represents the epitome of style, luxury, gastronomic excellence and warm hospitality. The camp was established to support and sustain one abandoned baby elephant, Jabulani, followed by 12 other elephants rescued from Zimbabwe who found themselves in the care of wildlife visionary, Lente Roode. The camp is built along the bank of a seasonal stream in the protective shade of impressive leadwood trees with six luxury air-conditioned suites, outdoor shower, private plunge pool, fire place, mini-bar, safe, hairdryer, lodge pool, spa, open-air gym and gift shop. Zindoga suite is a new exclusive unit which can cater for small family groups.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, and then a 30 minute road transfer to the lodge; charter flights can be organised directly into the reserve; or by self-drive.
Activities:
Game drives in open 4WD vehicles or guided bush walks accompanied by experienced game rangers and a Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre visit.
Optional activities:
Elephant back safaris with expert handlers, clay pigeon shooting and hot air ballooning.
Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $2164*
Includes two nights accommodation at River Lodge, all meals, house beverages, laundry, game activities and return road transfers from/ to Kruger Mpumulanga Airport. Prices for Ivory Lodge and 1933 are available on request.
Family owned and managed since 1933 and located in a Big Five safari area, Lion Sands consists of 65,000 hectares of Sabi Sand Game Reserve plus 4000 hectares of exclusive safari area and 10 km of river frontage. River Lodge is the soul of Lion Sands with 18 luxurious thatched rooms, two lodge pools, lounge, bar, spa, gym and curio shop. The award winning Ivory Lodge is ultra luxurious, yet simple and uncluttered. Each of the six generously sized villas has a heated private plunge pool. 1933 is an exclusive-use safari lodge with four luxurious suites sleeping up to eight adults and a dormitory sleeping up to eight children.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Mala Mala Airfield, and then a 45 minute road transfer to the lodge; or fly into Kruger Mpumalanga Airport followed by a one hour 45 minute road transfer; charter flights; or by self-drive.
Activities:
Game drives, bush walks, river tours, bush breakfasts, astronomy and wildlife lectures.
Book 3 nights at River or Ivory Lodge and receive 3 nights free at selected properties in Cape Town – valid 01Nov'10-30Sep'11. Stay 3, pay 2 nights at River or Ivory Lodge - valid 01Nov'10- 30Apr'11. Conditions apply.
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Mala Mala Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $2143*
Includes two nights accommodation at Mala Mala Main Camp, all meals and return road transfers from/to Kruger Mpumulanga Airport. Prices for Sable Camp and Rattrays on Mala Mala are available on request.
Mala Mala is the oldest and most historical private game reserve in South Africa in existence since 1927. Situated in the Sabi Sand, sharing a 19 km unfenced border with the Kruger National Park and miles of Sabi River frontage, it is internationally recognised as the top game viewing destination in the world. Owned by the Rattray family for many generations, there are three stylish lodges that reflect the romantic history of the region - Mala Mala Main Camp has 18 air-conditioned thatched suites; Sable Camp with seven air-conditioned luxury suites; and Rattrays on Mala Mala offering eight exclusive suites, each with their own private heated plunge pool. All lodges have a pool, gym, gift shop, wine cellar and boma.
Getting There:
Daily scheduled or charter flights operate from Johannesburg to Mala Mala Airfield; or by self-drive.
Activities:
Game drives in open 4WD safari vehicles, game walks and spotlight night drives.
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $2216*
Includes two nights accommodation at Little Bush Camp, all meals, house beverages, scheduled game activities and return road transfers from/to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. Prices for Bush Lodge, Selati Camp and Earth Lodge are available on request
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is set within the world renowned 65,000 hectare Sabi Sand, in the southern section of the Kruger National Park. This award winning reserve offers exceptional close wildlife encounters, personal service and delicious cuisine. The four luxurious lodges have three very distinct characters and atmospheres – yesterday, today and tomorrow. This is encapsulated in the "Yesterday" experience at the romantic Selati Camp with eight suites; "Today" at the more contemporary lodges of Bush Lodge with 25 suites, gift shop, gym and spa and the intimate Little Bush Camp with six suites; and "Tomorrow" at the eco-friendly Earth Lodge with 13 luxurious suites including private plunge pool and butler, gift shop, spa and gym.
Getting There:
Daily flights operate from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga and either a road transfer or short charter flight to Sabi Sabi; direct charter flights to Sabi Sabi; or self drive.
Activities:
Morning and evening game drives in open 4WD vehicles and morning game walks.
Book 3 nights at Selati Camp, Bush Lodge or Earth Lodge or 4 nights at Little Bush Camp and enjoy discounted federal air charter fl ights from Johannesburg – valid 01Jan-31Dec’11. Conditions apply.
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Singita Private Game Reserve
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $5142*
Includes two nights accommodation at Ebony or Boulders Lodge, all meals, house beverages, game activities and return air transfers from/to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. Prices for Sweni or Lebombo are available on request.
Singita, “place of miracles”, located on a private reserve in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, is world-renowned for providing the best safari experience in Africa. The balance of hospitality, conservation and community is what sets Singita apart. There are two exclusive lodges: Ebony Lodge is the epitomy of the romantic African style, built amongst the Jackalberry and Knobthorn trees with the Sand River below. Boulders Lodge is contemporary style combining African textures with carefee lines and the odd retro classic. Both lodges have nine suites, in and out-door showers, fireplace, private deck and plunge pool, boma, gym, spa, library, wine cellar, lodge pool and gift shop. Singita also has a private concession in the south east area of Kruger National Park which has two lodges - Lebombo Lodge with 15 cliffside rooms and Sweni Lodge with six riverside rooms.
Getting There:
By scheduled charter flight from Kruger Mpumalanga or Johannesburg airports directly into Singita; or by self-drive.
Activities:
Morning and evening game drives in open 4WD safari vehicles and game walks.
Stay 4, pay 3 nights at Lebombo or Sweni Lodges – valid 15Jan-15Dec’11. Book a combination stay at Ebony/Boulders with Lebombo/Sweni lodges and one fl ight between the lodges is included – valid 01Jan-15Dec'11 with a minimum 4 night stay. Conditions apply.