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Stay 4 / Pay 3 until April 2013 !

Friday, July 29th, 2011

STAY 4 NIGHTS AND ONLY PAY FOR 3

• Valid from 1 October 2011 – 30 April 2013.
• Valid for all room categories at the following properties :

Lion Sands River Lodge and Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Tinga Legends and Tinga Narina lodges, in Big 5 Kruger Park

Madikwe Safari Lodge, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve

and Cape Cadogan and More Quarters, in the buzzy and beautiful city of Cape Town.

Restrictions of Offer: May NOT be booked over the peak periods of 23 December 2011 – 3 January 2012 and 23 December 2012 – 3 January 2013.

Lion Sands River Lodge Special Offer Price – Only with Travel Butlers

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

Lion Sands River Lodge, in the southern portion of the 65,000 hectare Sabi Sand Game Reserve, is situated on a private area of prime game-viewing land. The lodge is built on the banks of the Sabie River, facing due East so that it catches the sun as it rises over the Kruger National Park.

02_2261The game viewing is truly superb, with lion and leopard sightings a speciality, as well as buffalo, elephant, rhino, antelope, giraffe, cheetah, zebra and many other species of both animal and birds.

Guests are accommodated in 20 luxurious thatched chalets, each with an en-suite bathroom with outdoor and inside showers, and a private wooden viewing deck with a view of the river. The bedroom area is air-conditioned with an over-head fan. All rooms have mini bars and telephone access.

05We are delighted to offer the following FANTASTIC rates for anyone wanting to stay here from 1st October until the end of the year, in a Luxury Room :

1st October 2011 until 22nd December 2011 – you pay only R4415 per person per night.

23rd December 2011 until 3rd January 2012 – even over this High Season, you will pay only R4,905 per person per night. MINIMUM 3 NIGHT BOOKING REQUIRED.

016_16Rates are fully inclusive of 2 daily game drives in open Land Rovers, 3 meals daily, game drive refreshments, tea / coffee, and Skukuza airport transfers. Subject to weather conditions, the rate also includes bush breakfasts and bush dinners, bush walks, full moon walks, wildlife lectures, safari lunches, hippopotamus river tour and astronomy.

For more details and to ask us to check availability now and make a booking for you, call or email us today.

Experience the Magic of Chitwa Chitwa

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge is situated in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Lodge, and offer guests a luxury retreat in a truly stunning bush environment.

chitwa-1The lodge stands sentry over one of the reserve’s largest lakes, which bids a silent summons at dawn and dusk to the ever-present wildlife, including the Big 5. Morning and afternoon game drives will get you unbelievably close to the wildlife, sometimes literally only a few feet away.

The 6 individually, artistically styled Luxury Suites each have a private plunge pool, and exude an air of bygone romance combined with unfaltering luxury.

And if this wasn’t enough, between now and the end of June, Travel Butlers are delighted to offer a variety of Special Deals and Packages, for stays ranging from 2 nights to 4 or more nights, for families and for honeymoon couples.

But don’t just take our word for it, why not have a look yourself and experience everything that Chitwa Chitwa can offer you. Contact us now to check availability and to ask for a quote.

Kids stay Free at Chitwa Chitwa

Friday, September 10th, 2010

Thinking of going to South Africa with the family over October half-term ?

_mg_7162For any family staying at Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge, in the superb Big 5 Sabi Sand Game Reserve between now and the end of December 2010, one child will stay free of charge, providing they are sharing a room with their 2 parents or 2 adults.

The Sabi Sand Game Reserve, which adjoins the western boundary of the Kruger National Park, offers possibly the best Big 5 game viewing opportunities to be found on the continent, and provide an unforgettable experience.

0cdb3160a_800x600Lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo are all regular sightings, and there are no fences between the 70,000 hectare reserve and the neighbouring Kruger Park (which is approximately the same size as Wales), so the animals are free to roam unhindered wherever they please.

The land is privately owned, so the game viewing vehicles are not restricted to the road network and it is therefore possible for the experienced guides to follow the wildlife through the bush and to get extremely close to the animals.

Click here to enquire about this offer now.

Bush Weddings

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Safari lodges are one of the most popular places for overseas guests to get married in, and these really are ideal for couples wishing to combine romance, luxury and exclusivity with a safari adventure. The African bushveld forms a breathtaking backdrop for a wedding and safari lodges are, in themselves, immensely romantic locations.

clipboard031A truly wonderful spot to say your vows can be found on the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, which forms part of the Sabi Sand Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park.

“Fig Tree Crossing” is a dry, sandy river bank next to a huge rock, behind which grows an enormous sycamore fig tree, which during the day spreads its dappled shade across the top of the rock, making it a perfect shady spot. A wedding table is set up in the riverbed, covered in a crisp white linen cloth that contrasts beautifully against the natural colours of the bush, and decorated simply with some driftwood, pods and wild flowers. Champagne is put on ice, and chairs are set for the guests and the priest.

The bride and groom exchange their vows in front of their guests, and their new wedding rings are blessed on a porcupine quill. After the ceremony, the couple move slightly off to have their unforgettable wedding day photos taken around the rock, the tree and on the sandy river bed before celebrating with their family and friends with the now very chilled champagne.

jacis-20safari20wedding20carEveryone then travels back to the lodge on an open game viewing vehicle for the wedding breakfast.

On returning to the lodge the festivities kick off with singing and dancing with members from the local Shangaan community. All guests are actively encouraged to participate in the dancing and celebrating. When the evening eventually winds down, the newly weds will retire to their “honeymoon” suite, which will have been decorated with rose petals, candles and champagne – the perfect ending to a perfect day.

Simbambili – Special Price from Travel Butlers

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

From the 16th July until the end of September, you can book a 3 night safari at Simbambili Game Lodge for only R9,900* per person.

1473aSimbambili Game Lodge is situated in the northern section of the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve. The lodge is set in magnificent trees along the meandering Manyeleti River with views over extensive savanna grassland that teems with wildlife.

Tireless attention to detail and the desires of the guests is made possible by limiting this exclusive experience to a maximum of 16. Each suite has spectacular views over the dry riverbed from the unique en-suite bathrooms and private viewing decks. They also have individual private plunge pools.

1473Your ranger and tracker team will astound you with their ability to track big game, on foot or on an open vehicle safari. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the extraordinary and unique wildlife of Africa, whether it is to linger at a close encounter with lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo or to be amazed by the extensive array of birds and insects.

All this is complemented by elegant cuisine, a selection fine wines from the cellar and by the warmth of true African hospitality.

* Dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers, bushveld walks, all meals, teas, coffees and snacks, and sundowner drinks on game drives, and the tourism bed levy fee are included. PLEASE NOTE: All other drinks are NOT included. For self-drive visitors, the Sabi Sand entrance fee is also not included (currently R110 per vehicle and R20 per person, and R20 per person, subject to change).

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