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Kusudalweni Safari Lodge ★★★★Guernsey Private Nature Reserve

1At Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa in Hoedspruit South Africa, guests can look forward to every comfort and convenience, including game drives conducted by knowledgeable nature guides, a full-service restaurant that serves the very best in Pan African wines and cuisine, as well as al fresco boma barbeques prepared by talented chefs. Contemporary and luxuriously furnished chalets are stylish with an understated opulence, rooms were designed and decorated to allow for a decidedly unique bushveld stay. Imagine a cool, calm oasis of crisp, white Percale linen, gentle air-conditioning and utter privacy where you can retreat to enjoy a refreshing afternoon rest, peaceful evening slumber or linger on your private deck over a glass of wine or a good book. Each chalet has its own private plunge pool/ jacuzzi for your enjoyment.

 

Ezulwini Game Lodge ★★★★★Hluhluwe

2Ezulwini offer four private and spacious luxury suites, complete with a personal lounge, mini-bar, dining area, super king-size bed, en-suite bath, indoor and outdoor shower, private plunge pool and a deck with unspoiled views of the surrounding bush. Billy’s Lodge also boasts one of the finest wine cellars in Africa; set against the natural rock face in resemblance of an ancient Bushman cave. This luxury lodge is located in the Riverine Forest, which boasts the magnificent Olifants River–largest in all of the lowveld. This region is home to hippos, crocodiles, elephants and other massive Riverine trees. River Lodge is the venue for any avid bird watcher.

Shishangeni ★★★★Kruger National Park

3Shishangeni is legendary when it comes to experiencing unforgettable African safaris that evoke mystery, wonder and above all else, adventure. Our camps offer big 5 game viewing, superior service, excellent cuisine, and accommodation to rival any in southern Africa. Experience magnificent sunsets, all manner of beast and prey at the watering hole, early morning or late afternoon game drives in search of the ‘Big 5’ with an expert guide, boma fires under an African sky, pampering at the spa, a splash in the pool, sundowners in the bush and endless photo opportunities.

Rhulani Safari Lodge ★★★★★Madikwe Game Reserve

4Enjoy the total privacy of your own private plunge pool while you relax in the spacious luxury of your private chalet. The seven chalets are air-conditioned for warm summer evenings and have a Morso fireplace for the cool winter nights. All rooms are fully equipped with coffee and tea stations and a fully stocked bar fridge. The en-suite bathrooms have an oval bath, twin basins, indoor and outdoor showers. The two-bedroom luxury family suite has two en-suite bedrooms, with outdoor showers.

Garonga Safari Camp ★★★★Makalali Concervancy

5Garonga Safari Camp is an exclusive 12 bed camp in the 22,000 hectare greater Makalali Conservancy situated west of the Kruger National Park. Garonga Safari Camp is a proud member of Classic Safari Camps of Africa. Garonga Safari Camp reflects the surroundings of the bush’s textured earthy colours and clean lines have been incorporated with fine linen to ensure pure comfort, a tempting place to lie and meditate for hours. The luxury tents are situated overlooking a dry riverbed – each with a wooden deck complete with hammock that commands spectacular views.

Umkumbe Safari Lodge ★★★Sabi Sand Game Reserve

6Due to the position and openness of Umkumbe Safari lodge, there are excellent game viewing opportunities for small mammals, various types of antelope and much more throughout the day. Umkumbe is a well-run and comfortably luxurious game lodge that strives to fulfil their guests’ desires of an unprecedented wildlife experience. The perfect location of this lodge in the Sabi Sand Reserve allows guests to participate in exciting game drives to see an amazing array of wild animals. This includes the magnificent Big 5 (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo), wild dog, cheetah and hundreds more. Umkumbe is very good at offering safari drives that include the Big 5 and plenty of additional animals that you often do not even expect to see.

Arathusa Safari Lodge ★★★★Sabi Sand Game Reserve

7Arathusa Safari Lodge offers an exceptional safari experience – expect a high concentration of an assortment of game, including the Big 5, and frequent leopard sightings. Arathusa Safari Lodge is situated on a large waterhole, ensuring interesting game and bird viewing from the comfort of the camp. Standard and private luxury accommodation options, exceptional service, value for money and luxury spa services from Arathusa Safari Lodge are just a few of the things that put Arathusa Safari Lodge in a league of its own.

AM Lodge ★★★★★AM Luxury Private Reserve

8AM Lodge is a 5-star Private Luxury Game Lodge unlike any other in the Klaserie region in South Africa. Inspired by the hues, textures, and contours of the Lowveld landscape, these facets of nature are amplified through pure and simple architecture that integrates land and building.This exquisitely crafted architectural masterpiece is established in the heart of the African bush. Water features throughout the public areas of the main lodge serve as a reminder of its proximity to the Klaserie River, a lifeblood for the fauna and flora of the Greater Kruger National Park.

Kapama Buffalo Camp ★★★★★Kapama Buffalo Camp

9Buffalo Camp is reminiscent of a traditional African safari, offering the ultimate tented accommodation. The camp consists of 10 luxury safari tents that are incredibly spacious and complete with everything needed to ensure maximum comfort for guests. Safari activities such as game drives, bird watching and nature walks are available from Kruger National Park.

Kuzuko Lodge ★★★★★Addo Elephant National Park

10Also known as the “Place of Glory”, Kuzuko Lodge is built high upon a hill in a private section of the northern part of the malaria-free Addo Elephant Park. It is here where breathtaking views from your private veranda, are complemented by luxurious chalets and warm, attentive service. All chalets have a private deck, en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower, colour television, direct dial telephones, digital safes, wifi, mini-bar and tea and coffee facilities.

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Customer Reviews

  • Helen
    United Kingdom

    We have just returned from South Africa for which Cearl at East Cape Tours did the organising of internal flights, accommodation and the Safari. The service we received was first class. Cearl was really helpful, professional, knowledgeable and efficient. Thank you.

  • Klaus Scnelder
    Germany

    We did a short term decision to visit Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe on a long weekend. ECT‘s recommendation in regards of flights, hotel, dinner tour and drumshow was simply perfect and allowed to relax as well. I only can recommend.

  • Grace Tillemans
    United States

    For our first safari in Africa we decided to go to Sabi Sands private game reserve which was incredible. The whole process went seamlessly thanks to our amazing agent Valencia Sifo. She was extremely responsive and very helpful at answering all our questions for the trip. I would highly recommend her to help you plan a trip of a LIFETIME! Thank you Valencia.

  • Lucy Sorton
    United Kindgom

    Delayed trip to South Africa after Covid. All amendments were handled swiftly and efficiently. Cost kept to minimum considering a 2 year delay. Every property we stayed at was excellent, every trip organised was excellent, car hire was perfect and would definitely use them again. Recommended to friends.

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