Safari Lodges, South Africa
South Africa has some of the best game reserves in Africa. There are safaris and game reserves here to suit every type of visitor, from seasoned safari goer to honeymooners, to young children.
South Africa’s Kruger Park and the adjacent private game reserves like the Sabi Sands provide world-class game viewing, and regions like the Eastern Cape and our favorite, the Madikwe Game Reserve, are fantastic alternative ‘Big 5’ destinations. These two are also in malaria free zones, making them ideal destinations for many, particularly families with small children.
The safari experience in South Africa is also unique in how good the food and wine is during your stay. You find yourselves in some of remotest areas of Africa, yet you’re still eating and drinking like a king. And the wine in South Africa is sensational! It’s the ultimate indulgence to be out game viewing during the day to then come back to camp to a delicious dinner in the evening.
Suggested itineraries for South Africa Safari Lodges
South Africa & Mauritius: Safari Beach Adventure
11 nights from £36,500 per family
Combine a malaria-free safari with a week long stay on the beach with this fabulous itinerary.
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South Africa: Family Winelands & Safari Holiday
7 nights
7 nights from £11,445 per family South Africa Enjoy an exhilarating adventure which will take you from the Winelands to…
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South Africa & Mauritius Luxury Safari Beach Honeymoon
11 nights from £7,700 per person
For the ultimate luxury escape to South Africa and Mauritius, combine 4 nights at Marataba Safari Lodge in South Africa…
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Family Fun in the Western & Eastern Cape
11 nights from £25,500 per family
Perfect for families with little ones, this itinerary showcases the very best of South Africa with the ideal balance of…
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South Africa & Victoria Falls In Style
7 nights from £9,950 per person
Explore South Africa & Victoria Falls in Style - from the Cape to 'The Falls'.
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South Africa & Mozambique: Chic Safari and Stunning Island
1 nights
Combine the stunning island of Mozambique with Sabi Sands Reserve in South Africa for this incredible safari beach…
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Classic South Africa Safari & Mauritius Beach
11 nights from £6,820 per person
Journey from a malaria-free safari to Mauritius, combining incredible wildlife with a luxury beach escape.
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Family Safari & Beach in Kenya
10 nights from £26,450 per family
Combine the thrill of a family safari in Kenya with the magic of Lamu, a unique coastal escape perfect for families…
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Ultimate Safari Beach – Kenya & Zanzibar
10 nights from £6,099 per person
Prices start from £5,780 per person. A 10 night journey twinning Kenya's iconic Masai Mara with the powdery beaches and…
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Our South Africa Safari Lodges
Madikwe Lelapa Safari Lodge
Located in the lesser-known Madikwe Game Reserve, one of South Africa’s premier game viewing regions which runs along the border with Botswana, Lelapa enjoys an exceptional setting in a prime wildlife viewing area.
Tuningi Safari Lodge
Set in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, Tuningi Safari Lodge is a fantastic choice for families looking to combine luxury, incredible wildlife and a truly special setting. It has a wonderfully warm, relaxed feel, with attentive staff who go out of their way to make families feel at home while creating memorable safari experiences for all ages.
Chitwa Chitwa
Chitwa Chitwa offers luxury safari lodge accommodation in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve near Kruger National Park. It's a Turquoise favourite for obvious reasons.
Marataba Safari Lodge
This family run safari lodge is set in the Malaria free Marakele National Park, which is 23,000 hectares of private land located in the foothills of South Africa's Waterberg Mountains.
Impodimo Game Lodge
Wonderfully positioned on a rocky ridge on the western edge of South Africa’s Madikwe Game Reserve, Impodimo is a little known gem of a safari lodge carved from the hillside with far reaching views.
Rhulani Safari Lodge
This boutique gem of a safari lodge lies in the heart of South Africa's lesser-known Madikwe Game Reserve, the country’s fifth largest wildlife sanctuary which borders Botswana.
Dulini
Superbly located in South Africa’s world renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, family-owned Dulini comprises three magnificent and luxurious safari lodges – each one unique and exceptional in its own right. This is a place to celebrate the quintessential spirit and thrill of the African wilderness.
Marataba Mountain Lodge, South Africa
This little known remote eco outpost is one of our firm favourites! It offers an utterly unique experience and is the perfect place to disconnect from the outside world.
The Last Word Makanyane, South Africa
Last Word Makanyane Safari Lodge is one of our favourite lodges in South Africa, every guest we send here loves their experience, and we have sent numerous very happy guests over the last 10 years!
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