People often ask us: "so which are your own favorite lodges?" It's a really tough question to answer - a bit like being asked to choose between your own children in fact! But here are some lodges (ranging from the simple to the ultra-luxurious) that we have an especially soft spot for!
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RE-OPENING 1 DEC! Fantastic 20-suite lodge boasting superb contemporary style and luxury which enjoys a stunning location under the shade of the magnificent trees lining the banks of a permanent pool on the Selati river!
Combines stylish contemporary suites (including gorgeous private plunge pools) with one of the busiest water holes in the Sabi Sands reserve!
INCLUDES DRINKS! The 6 luxurious newly renovated suites with (heated) private plunge pools looking out over the Mabrak riverbed provide a wonderfully romantic base for great game viewing!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Garonga with its unusually styled and very attractive tented rooms was one of the pioneers of the "new style" safari experience when it burst onto the scene back in the late '90's – you must try the gorgeous open-air bush bath...
Once the private home of Motswari’s owners, the Geiger family, this is a gorgeous little lodge of just 5 rooms that boasts intimacy, character and charm in spades!
INCLUDES DRINKS! A superb old-school luxury experience staying in 6 exquisite traditional safari tents, now with private plunge pools and outdoor salas so you can enjoy game viewing from the comfort of your own deck – Hamilton's is a wonderfully...
CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE> Hideaways Amava River Lodge must boast one of the most "WOW" positions of any lodge in South Africa, it's 5 Meru-style tented suites lying tucked away under the riverine forest boasting breathtaking views over the mighty...
DRINKS INCLUDED! One of THE most stylish designs of any game lodge in the country with extensive use of raw wood, a neutral colour palette and modern airy open-plan style!
Sensational location on top of a 100 foot high cliff overlooking the Palala river combined with some of the most gorgeously luxurious rooms in South Africa, makes this one of the most exciting new lodges to be launched in this country for many years!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Stunning 9 room luxury lodge perfectly positioned on the banks of the Sabie river - watch the game come down to the river to drink from the comfort of your private plunge pool!
Probably our pick of the Nambiti lodges - the 10 very spacious and luxurious air-conditioned suites at Lions Valley are cleverly decorated to give them completely different identities based on different themes!
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of the most stylish and luxurious of all the Madikwe lodges - gorgeous suites complete with private plunge pools on your deck overlooking a waterhole!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Set overlooking a stunning view of a truly spectacular valley, the gorgeous contemporary styling makes this one of the most attractive lodges in South Africa!
A wonderfully chic and stylishly contemporary take on the traditional tented safari lodge, Ngala Tented Camp also delivers great game viewing in its exclusive traversing area in the southern part of the Timbavati!
Unique experience with its unusual but very comfortable tented rooms on stilts looking out over a gorgeous plain with a busy waterhole!
Lovely tented camp in a superb location on the banks of the Luvuvhu in the scenic far north of Kruger with its fever tree forests, baobabs, huge herds of buffalo and elephant!
Zen inspired glass-walled suites on stilts nestled within an ancient sand forest are some of the most stylish and unique rooms in South Africa!
An attractive and charming camp in a scenic riverbank location on a prime Kruger concession just north of Skukuza – attractive and luxurious yet understated!
Completely different to traditional game lodges as it’s more like a stylish, contemporary and luxurious boutique resort set in the bush - great Spa too!
DRINKS INCLUDED! Gorgeous contemporary tents complete with private plunge pools are the standout feature here along with the commanding hilltop position with views of the dammed up river below!
DRINKS INCLUDED! One of our favourite lodges of all with a stunning riverside location with close-up waterhole views - a recent stylish design revamp has just added to its appeal, including all rooms now boasting private plunge pools!
INCLUDES DRINKS! With its more contemporary styling and decor this is one of the top lodges in the Pilanesberg with just 5 absolutely gorgeous suites set within a tamboti forest!
CLOSED CURRENTLY FOR REPAIRS AFTER FLOODING. Community-owned lodge with 12 gorgeous tented rooms - wonderfully warm and hospitable staff and great value for money!
CLOSED CURRENTLY DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE. Soak up the 180 degree views from the spectacular cliff top location overlooking the Luvuvhu River below – the stunning open-fronted design of the rooms are unashamedly contemporary and stylish and make the most...
Wonderfully stylish and luxurious lodge with private plunge pools - it also offers perhaps the least crowded and rushed safari experience in the Kruger area!
INCLUDES DRINKS! A 2025 makeover resulted in this 16-guest capacity lodge now boasting much more stylish and contemporary wonderfully suites complete with private plunge pools! Tuningi is also genuinely child friendly – a real highlight is to sit...
The 8 spacious suites (all with private plunge pools!) look out over an active waterhole and grassy plain with great views of the Drakensberg beyond - as the name suggests, this is a family-owned and managed camp (run by twin brothers James and Steve...