Imagine the Africa of the great safari era, when blazing sunsets melted into lantern lit romance and service was an effortless whisper. This is the unforgettable Sabi Sabi Selati experience, beautifully located on the banks of the Msuthlu riverbed.
The world-renowned Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is located in the game-rich Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Highly trained and experienced rangers and trackers ensure that your African safari experience ranks amongst the best in the world and you can look forward to special close-up experiences on every safari drive with Africa's wildlife, including the Big 5.
Selati Camp is the most unforgettable of all African experiences. Originally created without electricity to preserve the ambience, Selati Camp now has overhead fans and air-conditioning, while the camp is still lit at night by the gentle flicker of oil lamps, the warm glow of fires and the spectacular canopy of the Southern night sky.
An historic railway theme extends throughout, from original steam engine name plates, signals and other memorabilia in the lounge, to collector's pieces in each room.
This intimate camp has just 7 luxury thatched suites, each with a full bathroom en-suite and private alfresco shower. The camp's premier accommodation is the sumptuous and spacious Ivory Presidential Suite which offers colonial grandeur, a private pool and a private vehicle for safaris.
Home-cooked cuisine is served on decks built over the river bed, in the open air boma under the spectacular night sky, or in the traditional farmhouse kitchen.
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Stay 4 nights for the price of 3 at Sabi Sabi Selati Camp in Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Fully Inclusive basis.
Special offers for longer stays or when booked as part of a longer itinerary may apply - details on request.
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Rates Include
Twice-daily open 4x4 safari vehicle shared safari drives; the Guest Conservation Contribution; walking safaris; breakfast, lunch and "boma" dinner; selected beverages (excluding cellar wine collection and premium brands) and South African house wines; tourism levy; sundowner drinks during your evening safari; and return transfers from the Sabi Sabi airstrip are included. IN ADDITION: For self-drive visitors, there is a R140 per person and a R310 per vehicle entrance fee, payable in cash at the entrance gate (subject to change).
Children Policy
Children aged 13 years and older are welcome. Rates available on request. Children under 13 can only be accommodated if the entire lodge is booked exclusively.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
If the lodge is booked exclusively, children under the age of 12 years are not permitted on guided walks in the reserve. A guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.
Regardless of age, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
All of the holidays we prepare are tailor-made, but this might give you an idea of how Sabi Sabi Selati can be included in you own dream holiday.
Classic Cape Town and Kruger
Featured Accommodation
Radisson Blu
Cape Town
Sabi Sabi Selati
Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Destination: South Africa.
Relax around a rim flow swimming pool with ocean views at the start of this trip and end with a safari which blends the elegance of a by-gone era with all the convenience of modern facilities.
This is a 7 night itinerary including Cape Town and Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
*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.
Guest Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 based on 2 ratings
Our arrangements and Sabi Sabi experience were exemplary! All travel wentwithout a hitch, and we both loved Bush Lodge & Selati at Sabi Sabi. The staff, rangers and trackers were knowledgeable and most accommodating. I would be happy to recommend Travel Butlers! Many thanks for your help and patient assistance as we planned a wonderful South Africa experience!
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Directions For Drivers
From Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction): Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536.
Once on the R536, continue along this road for approximately 34.5 km and on the left-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for various lodges including Inyati, Idube, Exeter and Savanna. Go past these, and approximately 3 km further on, on the left-hand side of the road, you will see signposts for the private game reserves of MalaMala, Sabi Sabi and Londolozi. Turn left here onto the gravel road. Travel for approximately 8.5 km and you will get to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve Shaw's Gate.
From the Kruger Mpumalanga/Nelspruit International Airport: Turn right out of the airport onto the R538 and follow the signs to White River (Witrivier). Continue for approximately 12 km, until you reach the first set of traffic lights in White River, with the mosque on your left. Turn right and travel towards Hazyview on the R40. After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn right here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Johannesburg/Pretoria: Take the N12 or N4 highway respectively to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Keep on the N4 until you reach Nelspruit, where you will turn left onto the R40 to White River. In White River, at the first set of traffic lights in the town itself, turn left, following signs to Hazyview and Wildtuin/Kruger National Park. At the next set of traffic lights, turn right. Cross over the next set of traffic lights and then at the final set, with a Caltex garage on your right, turn left on the R40 for Hazyview (the R538, via the Numbi Gate, is a busy road and not recommended). After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Johannesburg/Pretoria via Scenic Route: Take the N12 or N4 highway to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Take the R36 to Lydenburg/Mashishing. In Lydenburg/Mashishing, follow the signs to Sabie over the Long Tom Pass (the highest tar road in South Africa). In Sabie, take the R536 to Hazyview. Just before Hazyview you will reach a T-junction. Turn right onto the R40 towards Hazyview. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Hoedspruit Airport: Turn right out of the airport towards the R40. At the T-junction, turn left onto the R40 towards White River and Hazyview. Proceed on the R40 for approximately 88 km until you reach a set of traffic lights in Hazyview with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn left here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From the Paul Kruger Gate: Go through the gate, and follow the R536 to Hazyview. Continue along this road for approximately 4.5 km and on the right-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for the private game reserves of MalaMala, Sabi Sabi and Londolozi. Turn right here onto the gravel road. Travel for approximately 8.5 km and you will get to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve Shaw's Gate.
ONCE AT THE SHAW’S GATE: For self-drive visitors, there is a R140 per person and a R310 per vehicle entrance fee, payable in cash at the entrance gate (subject to change). Please retain your receipt as proof of entrance and have it stamped at your destination when you are leaving, which acts as your Exit Permit. Once inside the gate, follow the signs to the lodge through the reserve.
Do not get out of your car until you reach the lodge. You may see some wildlife on your way - if you do, slow down and maintain a good distance. Do not drive off-road in any circumstances.
General Information For Guests
All suites have air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with an indoor and an outdoor shower. They also include a lounge area, fan, hair dryer, mini bar, safe, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Additionally the Ivory Suite has a private plunge pool.
There is a main swimming pool area for guest's enjoyment, full bar facilities, telephone/fax facilities and Wi-Fi. A Spa is available at Bush or Earth Lodge.
Due to the location of the lodges, the Wi-Fi signal may be interrupted due to unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather or wildlife interference.
Activities available include morning/afternoon game drives (each 3 hours duration) and walking safaris. The lodge seats a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle.
Community Tours can also be arranged. The tour focuses on an authentic experience, and guests will have the chance to view life from the perspective of the staff, as many of them are from the local communities of Lillydale, Justicia and Huntington (additional cost).
A laundry service is available (additional cost).
Credit cards are accepted.
A Guest Conservation Contribution has been included within your rate. The proceeds go towards the Sabi Sand Wildtuin anti-poaching efforts, the community and ecology.
If you are arriving/departing via FedAir, the camp is a 40 minute drive away from the airstrip.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
If the lodge is booked exclusively, children under the age of 12 years are not permitted on guided walks in the reserve. A guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.
Regardless of age, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
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Our arrangements and Sabi Sabi experience were exemplary! All travel wentwithout a hitch, and we both loved Bush Lodge & Selati at Sabi Sabi. The staff, rangers and trackers were knowledgeable and most accommodating. I would be happy to recommend Travel Butlers! Many thanks for your help and patient assistance as we planned a wonderful South Africa experience!
