Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Fully inclusive lodges
The Sabi Sand Wildtuin (more usually called the Sabi Sands Game Reserve) is the most famous and well established of the private reserves which adjoin the western boundary of the Kruger National Park.
The 65,000 hectare reserve is home to some of the finest safari lodges in South Africa, and offers possibly the best game viewing opportunities to be found anywhere on the African continent - especially for the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) - indeed, the reserve has one of the highest concentrations of leopard in the world.
With no fences between the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and Kruger, the animals are free to roam unhindered over in excess of 2 million hectares.
Because the land is privately owned the experienced guides and trackers are able to follow the animals off-road in order to get closer to the wildlife than is generally possible in Kruger itself.
The lodges all offer a fully inclusive rate, which generally includes all your meals, your accommodation, and morning and afternoon guided safari drives in open Land Rovers.
Many lodges also offer an optional morning bush walk with a guide, and some include all your drinks as well.

If you would like us to include a safari in one of these outstanding lodges as part of your trip to South Africa, please click here.
Alternatively if you are only looking to book just a safari you can either browse our selection of luxury safari lodges in the Sabi Sand Reserve below and book directly through this site, or ask us to recommend a safari based on your budget.
Special Offers
Valid for travel from 1 October 2011 to 30 April 2013
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Suggested Holiday Itinerary
7 day itinerary.
*Prices are per person and are based on today's exchange rates. Exchange rates are subject to change and are updated daily.
Prices exclude international flights - ask us if you would like to include these.
Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand (via Gowrie Gate)
The lodge offers the choice of 6 luxury air-conditioned suites, which all have large wooden decks overlooking the bush, a spacious en-suite bathroom with double basins, and a private outside shower which is perfect for cooling off after a hot game drive. The glass fronted Honeymoon Suite offers romantic elegance, total privacy and a stunning view, as well as a private splash pool.
Umkumbe Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand (via Shaw's Gate)
The lodge sleeps a maximum of 12 guests in 6 chalets / rooms. Five of the chalets have en-suite bathrooms (with showers) and one has an en-suite bathroom with both a shower and bath.
Nkorho Game Lodge, Sabi Sand (via Gowrie Gate)
The lodge can accommodate a maximum of 12 people in 6 stylish yet homely en-suite thatched chalets that offer comfortability with a difference. All the bathrooms are individually decorated and are very spacious.
Arathusa Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand (via Gowrie Gate)
The standard thatched suites each have a bathroom en-suite (with bath and separate indoor and outdoor showers), and a verandah for optimum enjoyment of the surrounding bush. Fabrics are natural, and the design simple and elegant.
Cheetah Plains, Sabi Sand (via Gowrie Gate)
Cheetah Plains strives to embrace a contemporary ethnic design, with 8 elegantly decorated chalets nestled into the indigenous gardens of the camp. The traditionally thatched accommodation blends seamlessly into the African bush, creating a harmonious flow between pampered relaxation and the raw South African bushveld.
Notten's Bush Camp, Sabi Sand (via Shaw's Gate)
With no electricity, candles and lanterns cast an ambient light to the elegantly styled private chalets after sunset. Each chalet has its own private veranda, and en-suite bathroom, some with outside showers.
Inyati Private Game Reserve, Sabi Sand (via Newington Gate)
Each of the immaculately furnished en-suite thatched chalets and executive suites all have glorious river views. Each is equipped with air-conditioning, mosquito nets, telephone, and beautifully appointed bathrooms.
Idube Private Game Reserve, Sabi Sand (via Newington Gate)
The 8 individually decorated chalets are all equipped with air-conditioning, overhead fans and mosquito screens for that touch of safari romance. Outside showers offer the perfect solution to a hot day.
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