Accommodation
Leadwood Lodge
A private safari lodge situated in the western part of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, nestled against a well wooded bank of the Sand River, where jackalberry and leadwood trees lend their shade. Its four suites distanced from one another to offer solitude and serenity.
• 4 spacious air-conditioned suites
• Dramatic views of the Sand river
• Private plunge pools
• En suite bathrooms
• Perfect for family gatherings and special occasion safaris.
Leadwood Lodge boasts a tactile blend of boldly expressed and contrasted materials – crushed stone, raw cement, dark meranti, rough granite and glass. Soft furnishings provide an inviting counter point to the textures and patinas of the structure. Each suite has a fireplace, sitting room and private pool, surrounded by a wooden deck and granite wall. Spacious en suite bathrooms pamper and delight guests
Exciting safari activities at Leadwood Lodge: Renowned for its exceptional African wildlife and leopard sightings, Leadwood Lodge offers exhilarating twice-daily game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles and guided bush walks in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
Once you have experienced a stay at Leadwood Lodge you’ll be longing to take root there as deeply as the ancient trees after which the Lodge is named.
Nestled in the fork of the Sand and Mabrak Rivers, Leadwood offers a cosy and serene getaway that is completely at peace with the bush that surrounds it.
With only four suites carefully distanced from each other, Leadwood is ideal for families or parties of friends who want to share their safari experiences without intruding on each other’s privacy.
• Set in the prestigious Sabi Sand Game Reserve, which shares unfenced boundaries with the Kruger National Park
• Intimate Big Five game viewing experiences, particularly leopard
• Just four intimate air-conditioned suites, perfect for sole-use
• Fireplace, private plunge pool and outdoor shower
The rest of the world instantly slips away as you take ownership of your own private little piece of Africa at Leadwood Lodge. Constructed for maximum privacy, none of the four suites overlook each other, ensuring total serenity and solitude. Simply relax on your private deck or while away the hours absorbed in the peace of the bush. Floor to ceiling glass windows in the front of your suite afford wide views of the animals coming down to drink at the rocky watering hole. The colours and textures of the bush follow you indoors and even the indoor shower is encased in glass.
Even the shared guest areas at Leadwood are intimate, with clever use of steps and levels to create secluded areas for cosy gatherings of friends. Tuck yourself away in a private corner with a book or enjoy a refreshing drink under the boughs of a jackalberry tree on the spacious deck. With a granite river bank in front of the lodge, you’re bound to spot a four-legged visitor or two on their way to quench their thirst. When the sun gets too hot, you too can have a refreshing dip in the king size plunge pool on the private deck of your suite.
The open-air dining room welcomes you with wholesome aromas and friendly faces. Linger over a leisurely meal under the roughly hewn bush chandelier or join in the hearty fare around a blazing fire in the boma. When the chill of the African night comes creeping up, retire to the warmth and comfort of your own fireplace in your private suite. The deep, free-standing tub in the bathroom beckons and the underfloor heating chases the chill from the smooth rock floor.
River Lodge
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve’s western sector, River Lodge sits in the shade of a grove of ebony trees right on the edge of the Sand River. Eight luxury suites spread out along the shady bank with dramatic close up views of the River, all with generous spaces and elegant bathrooms. Cool off in the private plunge pool, while enjoying the sight of a herd of elephant drinking or perhaps a hippo surfacing in the river below.
• 8 air-conditioned suites
• Romantic African bush dinners
• Private plunge pools
• Outdoor showers
Magnificently positioned guest sitting and dining areas overlook the Sand River. A giant sausage tree provides shade for long, lazy afternoon lunches. Delicious Pan African meals, complimented by the finest South Africa wines, are shared in the open air boma around a blazing fire under a star strewn sky. Romantic candlelit dinners in the African bush, or on the deck of the guest suites, offer more memorable dining experiences.
Exhilarating safaris at River Lodge: Explore the Reserve and its diverse wildlife on interpretive morning and afternoon/evening game-drives or fascinating bush walks in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve near the world-famous Kruger National Park.
A grove of ebony trees lends its shade to this gracious lodge, where dramatic views of the nearby river are enjoyed from every corner of each suite. Warm afternoons are spent cooling off in private plunge pools or simply soaking up the beautiful scenery. Freshen up in an al fresco shower or soak in a deep bathtub before enjoying a fine meal around a blazing fire in the open air boma under a star strewn sky.
In spite of the dry name of the river on which it is located, there is nothing arid about the warm and welcoming Exeter River Lodge.
Set in a leafy, evergreen thicket on the banks of the Sand River, each room in the Lodge offers panoramic views of the water and the wildlife it attracts.
Padded loungers beckon from the private veranda of your suite, inviting you to while away an afternoon of activities in the greenery and admiring the occasional herd of elephant taking their daily bath.
• In the prestigious Sabi Sand Reserve, which shares unfenced borders with the renowned Kruger National Park
• Intimate Big Five sightings, particularly the elusive leopard
• Outdoor showers and private plunge pools
• Dramatic riverside views
Awake to the river rolling slowly past your front door and watch the denizens of the bush make their morning ablutions. The game viewing continues all day, whether on a game drive or from the comfort of the Lodge’s shady viewing deck. The full flavours of lunch acquire an extra edge on our open air dining deck, with the distant splashing of animals coming down to drink at the water’s edge as a gentle reminder of Africa. Later, give in to the lull of the silent waters and sink into the plush sofas in the shared lounge area, drinking in the peace and solitude.
Follow the example of the hippo wallowing in the river and seek refuge from the heat of the afternoon in the personal plunge pool on the deck of your suite. Or simply retire for a restful siesta or a quiet hour with a good book in the cool interior of your spacious suite. While the elephant cavort in the river below you can indulge in your own outdoor shower - just as refreshing but without the added adventure of mud!
Re-live the excitement of your afternoon game drive around a roaring fire in the boma. Linger over dinner while you listen to the sounds of the African bush - the distant yipping of a jackal, nervous chuckle of a hyena or strident wail of a bush baby. Then get the VIP treatment with a walk down the red carpet to soak away the day in a deep, soothing bath. The last sound you here as you drift off to sleep in the depths of your warm bed is the gentle rushing of the river outside your front door.
Dulini Safari Lodge
Six spacious stone cottages grace the banks of the Mabrak River in the western corner of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. As one of only 12 guests, one feels instantly at home in this quiet retreat. The beautifully appointed suites boast generous plunge pools, shady decks and classic interiors that celebrate the signature style of the Reserve. From the privacy of their own plunge pools, guests enjoy watching game explore the dry riverbed just a few metres away.
• 6 spacious stone cottages
• Private Plunge Pools
• Delicious Pan-African cuisine
• Wine Cellar
The guest area is an elegant space filled with big welcoming sofas and interesting African sculptures. Dine under the ancient jackalberry tree where skilled chef’s serve delicious Pan African meals, or steal away for a romantic candlelit dinner in the well-stocked wine cellar.
Exhilarating safaris at Dulini Safari Lodge: Explore the Reserve and its diverse wildlife on interpretive morning and afternoon/evening game-drives or fascinating bush walks in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve near the world-famous Kruger National Park.
This blissfully quiet retreat enjoys shade and peace beneath a leafy canopy of ebony trees. As one of only 12 guests, you feel instantly at home in this luxurious lodge, where classic interiors enfold guests in quiet style and elegance. Generous private plunge pools and shady decks look out onto the dry riverbed just metres away. Dine under the ancient jackalberry tree where skilled chefs serve delicious meals or steal away for an intimate dinner in the well-stocked wine cellar.
With its thatched roofs, sandy hues and casual elegance, Dulini Lodge offers a slice of African life dished up with classic panache.
Set on the banks of the seasonal Mabrak River, this tranquil retreat offers tantalising glimpses of the calm rhythms of the bush, with leafy views opening up to surprise scenes of the nearby riverbed and the animal life centred round it.
Luscious lunches set out in the Lodge’s picturesque grounds tempt and delight, while rustles and scurries in the undergrowth and quietly grazing shapes in the distance serve as a constant reminder of the wilderness all around.
• In the prestigious Sabi Sand Reserve, which shares unfenced borders with the world renowned Kruger National Park
• Excellent wildlife with leopard sightings and Big Five
• Plunge pools and private decks overlooking the river bed
• Dine around the fire in the boma or in the private wine cellar
The deeply atmospheric Dulini Lodge highlights the grandeur of the African bush with its quiet style and elegance. The surrounding grove of ebony trees is reflected in the dark wooden accents of the interiors. Six stone cottages nestle among the trees, with private decks and decadent plunge pools facing out toward the river bed, with its green banks and quirky suspension bridge. Huge glass windows let you gaze out onto the shady banks directly from the comfort of your bed, sheltered by gracefully draped mosquito nets.
Spend a quiet afternoon swapping stories from your morning game drive in the classic interiors of the guest sitting room or indulge in some more game viewing of the quiet kind from the deep comfort of an armchair on the guest deck. A few hours in the private spaces of the lounge, browsing through the wide bookshelf, reward with tales and lore of the surrounding land. Or simply get away from it all with a long soak in a deep claw-footed bathtub, while huge glass windows keep you close to the nature outside.
When mealtimes arrive, indulge yourself on the dining deck in the shade of the ancient jackalberry tree. While legend tells the juicy berries of these massive trees are so delicious that even jackals trade their carnivorous ways for a taste, we guarantee our mouth watering meals will never leave you longing for anything else. But you might well prefer to savour one of them by gentle candlelight in our well-stocked wine cellar.