Big 5 Safaris

Big 5 Safaris

Tailor-made safaris across Africa

About this experience

What to expect.

The most common reason anyone comes on a real African Safari, is to see the Big 5 - Elephants, Lion, Leopard, Rhino and African Buffalo. They are the "Coca Cola" of safari wildlife. Seeing them in their natural habitat - as opposed to a theme park or a zoo - is what makes safaris in Africa so special. While fairly common throughout parks and game reserves in Africa, there are certain regions where they abound, and below are some of the places one is almost guaranteed to see all 5, perhaps even in a day!

Itineraries

Safaris built around big 5.

Real, ready-to-tailor journeys that include this experience. Ordered by what guests pick most.

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3-Day BIG 5 Safari at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve (Combine with Cape Town) Most requested

3-Day BIG 5 Safari at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve (Combine with Cape Town)

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 2 nights at Dwyka Tented Lodge in malaria-free Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
  • Big Five game drives across open plains and Cape Fold Mountains
  • Guided wilderness walks, ancient San rock art and Karoo stargazing
  • Optional 3 nights at Romney Park in Cape Town's Green Point

From

R 45 090

per person, complete package

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7-Day Hidden Gem Safari: Cape Town to Pafuri Most requested

7-Day Hidden Gem Safari: Cape Town to Pafuri

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Romney Park in Green Point near the V&A Waterfront
  • 14-course traditional African dinner at GOLD Restaurant
  • Cape Town sightseeing including Table Mountain, Cape Point and Boulders Beach
  • 3 nights at Pafuri Camp on the Luvuvhu River in northern Kruger

From

R 42 630

per person, complete package

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3-Day Big-5 Luxury Sabi Sand Fly-in Package Most requested

3-Day Big-5 Luxury Sabi Sand Fly-in Package

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Idube Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives with qualified guides and trackers
  • Big Five viewing in a reserve renowned for big cat sightings
  • Guided bush walk and sundowner stops at sunset

From

R 48 920

per person, complete package

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8 Day Sabi Sands Wildlife, Sun City Resort & Cape Town Explorer

8 Day Sabi Sands Wildlife, Sun City Resort & Cape Town Explorer

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Idube Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily game drives and a guided bush walk in Big Five territory
  • 2 nights at The Palace of the Lost City with access to Valley of the Waves
  • 2 nights at Southern Sun Waterfront in Cape Town near Table Mountain and the V&A

From

R 95 540

per person, complete package

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5 Day Luxury Kruger Park & Sabi Sand Safari

5 Day Luxury Kruger Park & Sabi Sand Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in southern Kruger National Park
  • 2 nights at Idube Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Reserve
  • Twice-daily game drives in open Land Rovers with optional walking safaris
  • Big Five viewing with Sabi Sand's renowned leopard sightings

From

R 75 870

per person, complete package

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7-Day Ultra Lux Big-5 Sabi Sand & Kruger Park Safari

7-Day Ultra Lux Big-5 Sabi Sand & Kruger Park Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Idube Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • 3 nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in southern Kruger
  • Twice-daily game drives across two of South Africa's top Big Five reserves
  • Guided bush walk at Lukimbi for tracking on foot

From

R 109 840

per person, complete package

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3 Day Kapama Fly-In Safari

3 Day Kapama Fly-In Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Kapama River Lodge in the Greater Kruger
  • Twice-daily game drives with ranger and tracker teams
  • Big Five sightings across the Kapama Private Game Reserve
  • Sundowners with views of the Drakensberg mountains

From

R 36 090

per person, complete package

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5 Day All-Inclusive Greater Kruger with Simbavati Special

5 Day All-Inclusive Greater Kruger with Simbavati

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at Simbavati River Lodge in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily game drives at dawn and dusk with expert rangers
  • Big Five viewing with a chance of sighting the rare white lions
  • Sundowners in the bush and spotlit night drives for nocturnal wildlife

From

R 51 390 R 64 510

per person, complete package

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3 Day Kruger Park Lukimbi Fly-in Safari

3 Day Kruger Park Lukimbi Fly-in Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at 5-star Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Stay within a 15,000-hectare private concession shared by just 32 guests
  • Twice-daily game drives with off-road traversing for close Big Five sightings
  • Guided bush walk with an armed ranger

From

R 37 200

per person, complete package

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11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town

11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town

South Africa, Zambia

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's Waterfront
  • Table Mountain cable car, Cape Peninsula drive and Boulders Beach penguins
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge for Big Five game drives in Sabi Sand
  • 3 nights at Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma on the Zambezi River

From

$10,660

per person, complete package

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3 Day Lion Sands Sabi Sand Safari

3 Day Lion Sands Sabi Sand Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 2 nights at 5-star Lion Sands River Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • Dawn and dusk open-vehicle game drives in Big Five territory
  • Mid-morning bush walks with your guide through the bushveld
  • Sundowners in the bush and dining under the African sky

From

R 67 270

per person, complete package

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5-Day All-Inclusive Lion Sands River Lodge Safari Special

5-Day All-Inclusive Lion Sands River Lodge Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 4 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge on the Sabie River
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • Guided bush walk with the lodge's rangers
  • Private-deck stargazing and exclusive bush dinners under the stars

From

R 95 160 R 122 990

per person, complete package

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4 Day Lush Sabi Sand River Safari

4 Day Lush Sabi Sand River Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Inyati Game Lodge on the Sand River
  • Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with guide and tracker
  • Big Five sightings in the 65,000-hectare Sabi Sand Reserve
  • Close leopard encounters in one of the world's top territories

From

R 60 840

per person, complete package

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8-Day Cape Town Family Safari and Vic Falls Combo

8-Day Cape Town Family Safari and Vic Falls Combo

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's V&A Waterfront
  • Table Mountain cable car, Bo-Kaap and optional Robben Island visit
  • 2 nights at Gondwana Family Lodge in Sanbona with twice-daily Big Five game drives
  • 2 nights at The Wallow Lodge on a private concession inside Victoria Falls National Park

From

$4,935

per person, complete package

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7 Day Timeless Kruger & Cape Town Safari

7 Day Timeless Kruger & Cape Town Safari

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Kapama River Lodge in 13,000-hectare private reserve
  • Open-vehicle Big Five game drives and guided bush walks
  • Optional bush sleep-out or sunrise hot-air balloon over Greater Kruger
  • 3 nights at the 5-star Portswood Hotel in Cape Town

From

R 70 690

per person, complete package

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7-Day Adventure Safari in Cape Town & Kapama Game Reserve

7-Day Adventure Safari in Cape Town & Kapama Game Reserve

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at the 4-star Portswood Hotel near the V&A Waterfront
  • Guided Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain and Bo-Kaap
  • Full-day Cape Peninsula excursion via Chapman's Peak to Boulders Beach penguins
  • 3 nights at 5-star Kapama River Lodge with all meals and drinks

From

R 59 030

per person, complete package

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4 Day All Inclusive Fly-in Tour to Kruger's Imbali Lodge

4 Day All Inclusive Fly-in Tour to Kruger's Imbali Lodge

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Imbali Safari Lodge in suites with private plunge pools
  • Twice-daily game drives on the private 100 km² Mluwati Concession
  • Big Five tracking with off-road access in greater Kruger
  • Dinners served under the stars beneath the lodge's Jackalberry tree

From

R 47 750

per person, complete package

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7-Day Safari in Kapama Game Reserve and Victoria Falls

7-Day Safari in Kapama Game Reserve and Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • Most transfers
  • 3 nights at Kapama River Lodge in the Greater Kruger
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives and guided bush walks
  • 3 nights at the ultra-luxe Victoria Falls Safari Club
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls and a Zambezi sunset cruise

From

$4,655

per person, complete package

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5-Day All-Inclusive Sabi Sand North to South Safari

5-Day All-Inclusive Sabi Sand North to South Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Arathusa Safari Lodge, then 2 at Inyati Game Lodge
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives with skilled rangers and trackers
  • Big Five tracking in the Sabi Sand, bordering Kruger National Park
  • Walking safaris at both lodges with expert guides

From

R 74 840

per person, complete package

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7-Day Big 5 Sanbona Safari & LUX* Mauritius Beach Escape

7-Day Big 5 Sanbona Safari & LUX* Mauritius Beach Escape

Mauritius, South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Sanbona Dwyka Tented Camp in South Africa's largest private reserve
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives and guided wilderness walks
  • Direct flight from Cape Town to Mauritius
  • 5 nights at five-star LUX* Grand Gaube on a beachfront peninsula

From

R 75 560

per person, complete package

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7-Day Safari Promotion: From Sabi Sands to Victoria Falls

7-Day Safari Promotion: From Sabi Sands to Victoria Falls

South Africa, Zimbabwe

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge, then 3 at The Elephant Camp
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and a walking safari in Sabi Sand
  • Big Five tracking across the unfenced Sabi Sand and Kruger wilderness
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls plus a Zambezi sunset cruise

From

$8,795

per person, complete package

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5-Day MalaMala and Timbavati Luxury Safari

5-Day MalaMala and Timbavati Luxury Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Simbavati River Lodge in the Timbavati Reserve
  • 2 nights at MalaMala Camp in the renowned MalaMala Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with expert rangers
  • Big Five tracking across two of South Africa's top private reserves

From

R 97 870

per person, complete package

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6-Day Luxury Big 5 Kruger to Sabi Sands Safari Adventure

6-Day Luxury Big 5 Kruger to Sabi Sands Safari Adventure

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • 2 nights at Jock Safari Lodge in a private Kruger concession
  • 3 nights at Inyati Game Lodge on the Sand River, Sabi Sands
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives plus guided bush walks
  • Big Five tracking with strong leopard sightings in Sabi Sands

From

R 99 570

per person, complete package

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8-Day All-Inclusive Kruger to Mozambique Fly-In Safari Special

8-Day All-Inclusive Kruger to Mozambique Fly-In Safari

South Africa, Mozambique

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Kruger, then 4 at Massinga Beach in Mozambique
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives plus guided bush walks
  • Snorkelling at Fingers Reef, kayaking, fishing and beach picnics
  • Oceanfront deluxe suite on Mozambique's unspoilt Indian Ocean coast

From

$4,175 $4,395

per person, complete package

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8-Day Big Five & Fine Wines

8-Day Big Five & Fine Wines

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Inyati Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives and guided walking safaris
  • 1 night at Mont Rochelle in Franschhoek with a wine tasting session
  • 3 nights at Pullman Cape Town City Centre near the V&A Waterfront

From

R 76 330

per person, complete package

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7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town

7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Imbali Safari Lodge in Kruger's Mluwati Concession
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with guide and tracker
  • Luxury tented suites with private plunge pools above the N'waswitsontso River
  • 3 nights at The Cape Milner Boutique Hotel in Cape Town

From

R 55 540

per person, complete package

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3-Day Sabi Sands Luxury Arathusa Lodge Safari

3-Day Sabi Sands Luxury Arathusa Lodge Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Arathusa Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily game drives with experienced rangers tracking the Big Five
  • Guided bush walk and sundowner stops at sunset
  • Optional tracker's course or visit to Shangana Cultural Village

From

R 36 870

per person, complete package

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4-Day All-Inclusive Fly-In Sabi Sand Safari

4-Day All-Inclusive Fly-In Sabi Sand Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Arathusa Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives with expert guides
  • Big Five sightings in one of Africa's top wildlife reserves
  • Guided bush walk through the reserve

From

R 48 340

per person, complete package

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8-Day Chobe to Sabi Sands: The Ultimate Wildlife Journey

8-Day Chobe to Sabi Sands: The Ultimate Wildlife Journey

Botswana, South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Muchenje Safari Lodge on Chobe's quieter western edge
  • Chobe River cruise, cultural village visit and exclusive night drive
  • Overnight at African Rock Hotel near OR Tambo with complimentary massage
  • 3 nights at Inyati Game Lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

From

$6,025

per person, complete package

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7-Day Ultra-Lux Kruger and Vic Falls Fly-in Safari

7-Day Ultra-Lux Kruger and Vic Falls Fly-in Safari

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and guided bush walks
  • Suite with private deck, indoor and outdoor showers overlooking the river
  • 3 nights at the 5-star Palm River Hotel in Victoria Falls

From

$5,440

per person, complete package

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5 Day Fly-in Safari to Timbavati Game Reserve

5 Day Fly-in Safari to Timbavati Game Reserve

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at Motswari Private Game Lodge in Timbavati
  • Twice-daily game drives in a Big Five reserve
  • Chance to track Timbavati's famed white lions and leopards
  • All meals, house wines, local spirits and beers included

From

R 54 170

per person, complete package

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15-Day Classic Southern Africa Experience — Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls Special

15-Day Classic Southern Africa Experience — Cape Town, Kruger, Victoria Falls

Zambia

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel exploring Cape Town and Table Mountain
  • Cape Point, Boulders Beach penguins and Cape Winelands tastings
  • 2 nights at Tintswalo Atlantic in Hout Bay, then 2 at La Cotte Farm in Franschhoek
  • 4 nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge with twice-daily game drives and Big Five viewing

From

$10,115 $11,675

per person, complete package

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7-Day Fly-In Cape Town to Kruger Luxury Safari

7-Day Fly-In Cape Town to Kruger Luxury Safari

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Waterfront Village on Cape Town's V&A Marina
  • Walking distance to Two Oceans Aquarium, Watershed and Food Market
  • Fly to Hoedspruit for 3 nights at Simbavati Waterside Lodge
  • Twice-daily game drives at a dam frequented by wildlife year-round

From

R 66 600

per person, complete package

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5 Day Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge Package

5 Day Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge Package

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 4 nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • Morning and night game drives with skilled rangers and trackers
  • Big Five off-road tracking in a private reserve
  • Guided bush walk or visit to a Sabi Sabi-supported local school

From

R 108 460

per person, complete package

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4-Day All-Inclusive Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Safari

4-Day All-Inclusive Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • Private 125-square-metre suite with plunge pool and outdoor shower
  • Twice-daily game drives plus guided bush walks
  • Bush dinners and stargazing from your suite's elevated deck

From

R 103 550

per person, complete package

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8-Day Journey: Safari, Cellars & City Lights

8-Day Journey: Safari, Cellars & City Lights

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Arathusa Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and guided bush walks in Big 5 territory
  • 1 night at Rickety Bridge Estate in Franschhoek with a wine tasting
  • 3 nights at The Onyx Hotel near Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront

From

R 67 100

per person, complete package

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The Kyle Richards Lion Sands Safari Package

The Kyle Richards Lion Sands Safari Package

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights in the exclusive-use Hi'nkwenu Residence at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
  • Private game vehicle with dedicated FGASA-accredited guide and tracker
  • Residence chef, butler, concierge and housekeeper on call throughout
  • One night sleep-out in the Tinyeleti Treehouse under the stars

From

R 129 700

per person, complete package

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14 Day Self Drive Luxury Garden Route

14 Day Self Drive Luxury Garden Route

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All transfers
  • 1 night at Mantis No 5 in Gqeberha, then 2 at The Plettenberg
  • 1 night at Rosenhof Country House in the Klein Karoo
  • 2 nights at Tilney Manor in Sanbona with Big Five game drives and walks
  • 2 nights at Grootbos Forest Lodge with flower safari and fynbos horseback ride

From

R 121 450

per person, complete package

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3-Day Fly-In Authentic Rhino Post Safari

3-Day Fly-In Authentic Rhino Post Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Twice-daily game drives in a private wilderness concession
  • Big Five viewing including rhino, lion, leopard, elephant and buffalo
  • Sundowner drink served on the late afternoon game drive

From

R 30 240

per person, complete package

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4-Day African Chic Fly-In Rhino Post Safari

4-Day African Chic Fly-In Rhino Post Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Open-vehicle game drive transfer from Skukuza Airport to the lodge
  • Two daily safari activities with Big Five viewing
  • Sundowner drinks on afternoon drives and gourmet outdoor dinners

From

R 39 370

per person, complete package

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 8-Day Luxe Getaway from Sabi Sabi to Mauritius

8-Day Luxe Getaway from Sabi Sabi to Mauritius

Mauritius

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and walking safaris with expert trackers
  • Big Five viewing followed by spa treatments and private-deck plunge pools
  • 3 nights at Le Jadis Beach Resort on Mauritius's northwest coast

From

$10,160

per person, complete package

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5 Day Kruger Walking Safari Trail

5 Day Kruger Walking Safari Trail

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • 2 nights at Rhino Plains Camp, then 2 at Rhino Post Safari Lodge
  • Guided walking safaris with expert trackers in a Big Five concession
  • Sleep-out under the stars on raised platforms above the bush
  • Morning and afternoon open-vehicle game drives from Rhino Post

From

R 34 940

per person, complete package

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9 Day Kruger & KwaZulu Fly-Drive Explorer Special

9 Day Kruger & KwaZulu Fly-Drive Explorer

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
  • Day and night open-vehicle game drives across a 170km traversing area
  • 2 nights at Zimbali Lodge on the Indian Ocean coast at Ballito
  • 3 nights at Phinda Zuka Lodge tracking the Big 5, cheetah and wild dog

From

R 89 010 R 97 360

per person, complete package

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11-Day Southern Africa Safari in Style Special

11-Day Southern Africa Safari in Style

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at The Cape Milner with Table Mountain and V&A Waterfront at hand
  • 3 nights at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge in a private Kruger concession
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with expert guides
  • 3 nights at The Wallow Lodge on a private concession near Victoria Falls

From

$4,095

per person, complete package

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4-Day Jock Safari Lodge Fly-in Package Special

4-Day Jock Safari Lodge Fly-in Package

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Jock Safari Lodge in a private 6,000-hectare Kruger concession
  • Suites with private plunge pool and Sala overlooking the riverbed
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with ranger and tracker
  • Guided wilderness walks and exclusive riverbed traversing rights

From

R 56 210 R 61 060

per person, complete package

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5 Day Madikwe Big 5 Safari Escape Special

5 Day Madikwe Big 5 Safari Escape

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 4 nights at 5-star Tuningi Safari Lodge in malaria-free Madikwe
  • Twice-daily game drives with qualified rangers across 75,000 hectares
  • Big Five tracking plus Madikwe's renowned wild dog sightings
  • Optional guided bush walks and in-suite massage treatments

From

R 51 110 R 64 810

per person, complete package

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4 Day Kruger Exclusive Getaway with Lion Sands Narina

4 Day Kruger Exclusive Getaway with Lion Sands Narina

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands Narina Lodge on the Sabie River
  • Private 5,000-hectare Tinga Concession within Kruger National Park
  • Morning, evening and night game drives tracking the Big Five
  • Guided bush walks with a ranger and tracker

From

R 103 550

per person, complete package

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4-Day Ultra-Lux Safari at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

4-Day Ultra-Lux Safari at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All transfers
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge in the Sabi Sand
  • Stay in one of just eight riverside villas with private plunge pools
  • Twice-daily game drives plus guided bush walks with expert trackers
  • Evening drives for nocturnal wildlife and exceptional stargazing

From

R 162 050

per person, complete package

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5 Day Glamping Fly-in Safari to the Greater Kruger Special

5 Day Glamping Fly-in Safari to the Greater Kruger

  • All meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at Honeyguide Khoka Moya in the Manyeleti Private Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives across a 23,000-hectare reserve
  • Off-road tracking and night drives for nocturnal species
  • Tented suites with outdoor decks overlooking the bushveld and waterhole

From

R 26 280 R 32 280

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5-Day Ultimate Fly-In Luxury Sabi Sand Safari Special

5-Day Ultimate Fly-In Luxury Sabi Sand Safari

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Savanna Private Game Reserve, then 2 at Dulini River
  • Twice-daily game drives in the Sabi Sand, renowned for leopard sightings
  • Big Five tracking with expert guides and bush walks
  • Private suites with heated plunge pools and outdoor showers

From

R 124 110 R 138 600

per person, complete package

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7-Day Madikwe to Vic Falls Luxury Safari

7-Day Madikwe to Vic Falls Luxury Safari

South Africa, Zimbabwe

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • Most transfers
  • 3 nights at Jamala Madikwe Royal Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with all meals and beverages included
  • 3 nights at the colonial-era Victoria Falls Hotel overlooking the falls
  • Guided tours of Victoria Falls with optional helicopter flights and Zambezi cruises

From

$6,065

per person, complete package

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9-Day Kenya & Rwanda Safari: Big Five, Maasai Mara & Gorilla Trekking Tour

9-Day Kenya & Rwanda Safari: Big Five, Maasai Mara & Gorilla Trekking Tour

Kenya, Rwanda

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 2 nights at Mara Sopa Lodge with game drives in the Maasai Mara
  • Boat safari on Lake Naivasha and walking tour on Crescent Island
  • 2 nights at Amboseli Sopa Lodge with elephants and Kilimanjaro views
  • Kigali city tour including the Genocide Memorial

From

$7,240

per person, complete package

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12-Day Cape Town, Kruger and Madikwe Safari Special

12-Day Cape Town, Kruger and Madikwe Safari

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Kensington Place in Cape Town's Gardens suburb
  • Private full-day Cape Peninsula tour with Cape Point and Boulders Beach penguins
  • 14-course African food safari with live drumming and dancing at GOLD Restaurant
  • 3 nights at Kapama Buffalo Camp in Greater Kruger with twice-daily Big Five drives

From

R 136 860 R 152 610

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7-Day South African Safari & City Experience Special

7-Day South African Safari & City Experience

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Hamiltons Tented Camp in Greater Kruger
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives on a private concession
  • Bush dinners under the stars with selected beverages included
  • 3 nights at The Cape Milner, walking distance to the waterfront

From

R 50 890 R 57 880

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5-Day Thornybush Fly-In Package Special

5-Day Thornybush Fly-In Package

South Africa

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 4 nights at Shimungwe Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives in the Greater Kruger
  • Big Five viewing alongside the Timbavati River
  • Suite balcony overlooking an active waterhole for armchair safari

From

R 60 600 R 77 030

per person, complete package

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10-Day Kruger to Cape Luxury Safari Special

10-Day Kruger to Cape Luxury Safari

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Kings Camp in Timbavati, then 2 at Leopard Hills in Sabi Sand
  • Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives with optional walking safaris
  • Big Five viewing including Sabi Sand's renowned leopard sightings
  • Ultimate Elephant Experience at Elephant Whispers with bush picnic

From

R 143 430 R 151 830

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4 Day Fly-in Kirkman’s Kamp All-inclusive Safari

4 Day Fly-in Kirkman’s Kamp All-inclusive Safari

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Kirkman's Kamp, a 1920s homestead in the Sabi Sand
  • Twice-daily game drives with expert rangers and trackers
  • Big Five tracking in a reserve renowned for leopard sightings
  • Boma dinners under the stars beside the Sand River

From

R 91 710

per person, complete package

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8 Day Amboseli, Mount Kenya & Masai Mara Flying Safari

8 Day Amboseli, Mount Kenya & Masai Mara Flying Safari

Kenya

  • All meals
  • All activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 1 night at Nairobi Tented Camp inside Nairobi National Park
  • 2 nights at Porini Amboseli Camp with Kilimanjaro views and night game drives
  • 2 nights at Porini Rhino Camp in Ol Pejeta, visiting the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Baraka the Black Rhino
  • 2 nights at Porini Lion Camp in the private Olare Motorogi Conservancy bordering the Masai Mara

From

$5,900

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9 Day Bushveld And Beach Escape

9 Day Bushveld And Beach Escape

South Africa, Mozambique

  • Most meals
  • Most activities
  • All flights & transfers
  • 3 nights at Mjejane River Lodge bordering Kruger National Park
  • Open-vehicle Big Five game drives in Kruger and Mjejane Game Reserve
  • Boma dinners under the stars overlooking the Crocodile River
  • 5 nights at Machangulo Beach Lodge on Mozambique's tropical coast

From

$2,500

per person, complete package

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9 Day Cape Town, Wine and Wild Sabi Sands Safari

9 Day Cape Town, Wine and Wild Sabi Sands Safari

South Africa

  • Most meals
  • All activities
  • Most transfers
  • 3 nights at Welgelegen Boutique Guest House in Cape Town
  • Half-day city tour and full-day Cape Peninsula tour to Table Mountain and Boulders Beach
  • 2 nights at Babylonstoren, the oldest Cape-Dutch farm in Franschhoek
  • Garden tours, wine and olive oil tastings, and garden-to-table dining

From

R 141 350

per person, complete package

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Where to stay

Lodges suited to big 5.

Lodges across the region that offer this experience. Ordered by what guests pick most. Rates per person sharing, per night.

  1. Idube Game Lodge
    Live availability

    Idube Game Lodge

    The luxurious Idube Game Lodge is situated within the private Sabi Sands Game Reserve which is located in the south-western corner of the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is famous for big cat sightings, as well as the Big Five. This exclusive and intimate family-owned lodge offers guests an authentic safari experience with its tranquil setting, well-appointed accommodation and personalized service.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 18 000

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 3 nights and Pay for 2 nights only | Valid: 16 November - 19 December 2026

    Combo

    4-Night combo package with Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the Kruger | Valid: 8 Jan 2026 - 7 Jan 2027 | Terms and Conditions Apply

  2. Kapama River Lodge
    Live availability

    Kapama River Lodge

    Kapama River Lodge is the largest of the Kapama Private Game Reserve camps. The expansive spaces and open design are a stunning reminder that you are sleeping under the African sky. River Lodge is ideal for young couple and groups of friend as it is the more social and festive camp.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 14 000

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    Pay 4 nights, stay 5 th night free (Pay 4 Stay 5). Package inclusions: 5 nights in superior luxury villa with private heated pool; all meals plus selected local and premium beverages; 2 daily safaris; private candlelit dinner; couples' Hydro Bath Session at Karula Spa; unlimited South African sparkling wine; transfers from Hoedspruit Airport; conservation levies; romantic turn-down.

    Last minute

    Book & Travel Within 21 Days (Travel Between 1 April 2026 To 30 June 2026) Terms & Conditions Apply

  3. Sanbona Dwyka Tented Lodge
    Live availability

    Sanbona Dwyka Tented Lodge

    Embraced by striking rock formations, Dwyka Tented Lodge epitomises an atmosphere of seclusion.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 8 050 R 10 730

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay for 4 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge and only pay for 3 nights | Valid 1 May 2026 – 30 September 2026 OR Long Stay Discount: Receive 10% discount when booking 3 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge | 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2026 and 1 - 30 April 2027

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary bottle of bubbly, welcome platter, romantic turn-down, and private bush picnic

  4. Simbavati River Lodge
    Specialist's pick Live availability

    Simbavati River Lodge

    Simbavati River Lodge is situated along the Nhlaralumi River within the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, which borders Kruger National Park. One of its standout features is the popular waterhole located just below the dining deck, a favorite gathering spot for elephants. Between game drives, you can enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing right from the deck as animals come to the waterhole.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 13 500

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Limited-Time Offer: Stay for 3 nights and only pay for 2. This offer is valid for stays until 31 March 2026 OR Stay 4 nights and pay for only 3 - Valid from 5 Jan to 31 Mar 2026 and 1 Nov to 20 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    One partner pays only 60% of the accommodation rate (40% discount on one partner's stay); complimentary bottle of wine on arrival/in room.

    Combo

    8% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 4 nights | 10% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 5 nights | 12% discount: Combine 2-3 Simbavati lodges for a total of 6-7 nights | 15% discount: Combine any Simbavati lodges for a total of more than 8 nights

  5. Sanbona Tilney Manor
    Live availability

    Sanbona Tilney Manor

    Only a three-hour drive from Cape Town in the private Sanbona Game Reserve is where you will find the exclusive Tilney Manor.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 150 R 9 530

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay for 4 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge and only pay for 3 nights | Valid 1 May 2026 – 30 September 2026 OR Long Stay Discount: Receive 10% discount when booking 3 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge | 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2026 and 1 - 30 April 2027

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary bottle of bubbly, welcome platter, romantic turn-down, and private bush picnic

  6. Lukimbi Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Lukimbi Safari Lodge

    Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in a private concession area of the southern Kruger National Park. Overlooking a dry riverbed and waterhole, this award-winning five-star lodge offers phenomenal game viewing in a pristine and world-renowned wilderness.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 16 300

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 3 nights and Pay for 2 nights only | Valid: 16 November - 19 December 2026

    Combo

    4-Night Combo Package. Spend 2 nights Lukimbi Safari Lodge & 2 nights Idube Game Reserve. Valid from 8 January 2026 – 7 January 2027

  7. Lion Sands River Lodge
    Live availability

    Lion Sands River Lodge

    Lion Sands River Lodge located in the stunning and private Lion Sands Game Reserve. Set on the Sabie River, the luxurious and intimate Lion Sands River Lodge offers spectacular riverside views from the comfort of your room and in the main area of the lodge.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 22 520 R 30 020

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Pay 3 Nights and Stay 1 Night FREE: Book between 1 January to 30 April 2027. Block-Out Dates: 20 December - 3 January | Terms and Conditions Apply

    Honeymoon

    For newlyweds on their honeymoon! Spend Three Nights at Lion Sands Lodge and ONE of the happy couple gets 50% OFF of their accommodation. Honeymoon offer is valid for a year after the date of marriage (marriage certificate to be provided)

  8. Inyati Game Lodge
    Live availability

    Inyati Game Lodge

    Inyati Game Lodge is uniquely situated on the banks of the Sand River in Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Sharing an unfenced border with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, animals move freely between the reserves, affording guests with unforgettable game viewing opportunities.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 16 500

  9. Sanbona Gondwana Family Lodge
    Live availability

    Sanbona Gondwana Family Lodge

    Nestled under the 350 million-year-old Warmwaterberg Mountains, in the heart of the Little Karoo which forms part of the famous Garden Route, lies the malaria-free Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Gondwana Family Lodge is currently under renovation and will reopen mid-October 2025. Tilney Manor has been rearranged to welcome younger children, still making it possible for families to enjoy a safari experience close to Cape Town.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 380 R 9 840

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay for 4 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge and only pay for 3 nights | Valid 1 May 2026 – 30 September 2026 OR Long Stay Discount: Receive 10% discount when booking 3 consecutive nights at any luxury lodge | 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2026 and 1 - 30 April 2027

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary bottle of bubbly, welcome platter, romantic turn-down, and private bush picnic

  10. Kapama Southern Camp
    Live availability

    Kapama Southern Camp

    The charm and hospitality of Kapama Southern Camp, inside Kapama Private Game Reserve, makes it a warm and inviting place for families looking for the best safari lodge in the Kruger National Park area. It’s a relaxed atmosphere where even the tiniest tots are a priority and the memories made will be with you and your family forever. Offering luxury five-star accommodation, it is the perfect safari destination in South Africa.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 9 340 R 14 000

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 3 Nights & Only Pay For 2 Nights | Book Now & Stay From: 5 January to 30 June 2026 | Apply to Villas and Suites| Standard rates apply & are not combinable with any other special

    Honeymoon

    Pay 4 nights, stay 5 th night free (Pay 4 Stay 5). Package inclusions: 5 nights in a superior luxury villa with private heated pool; all meals plus selected local and premium beverages; 2 daily safaris; private candlelit dinner; couples' Hydro Bath Session at Karula Spa; unlimited South African sparkling wine; transfers from Hoedspruit Airport; conservation levies; romantic turn-down.

    Last minute

    Book & Travel Within 21 Days (Travel Between 1 April 2026 To 30 June 2026) Terms & Conditions Apply

  11. Imbali Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    The luxurious Imbali Lodge is nestled on the banks of the N’waswitsontso River within the private Mluwati concession. The concession, covering 10 000 hectares of pristine wilderness, is located in the central region of the world-renowned Kruger National Park. With only three lodges occupying the land, travelers are sure to have an exclusive safari experience.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 13 210

    Current offers

    Combo

    Stay for a minimum of three nights on safari & get three nights free at the luxury boutique Cape Milner Hotel | Valid 1 May – 31 August 2026

  12. Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
    Specialist's pick Live availability

    Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

    Deep in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve overlooking an active waterhole and open plains, lies the renowned Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. Steeped in tradition and a history spanning over 35 years, Sabi Sabi epitomizes luxury living in the African bush and service excellence.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 20 170 R 26 900

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Nights & Pay for 3: Valid for travel from 8 January 2026 – 28th February 2027 | Excluding Christmas peak period: 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2027. | Terms and Conditions Apply

    Honeymoon

    2 nights complimentary for one partner sharing (minimum 4-night stay)

  13. Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
    Live availability

    Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

    Sculpted into a slope of the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve and almost completely invisible to the human eye, is the luxurious award-winning Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge. The lodge is regarded by many to be the most environmentally sensitive lodge in Africa, there is simply nothing quite like it in the world.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 30 000 R 40 000

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Nights & Pay for 3: Valid for travel from 1 Jan 2026 - 28th February 2027 | Excluding Christmas peak period: 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2026 & 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2027. | This offer may not be used in conjunction with any other package offers.

    Honeymoon

    2 nights complimentary for one partner sharing (minimum 4-night stay)

  14. Simbavati Waterside
    Live availability

    Simbavati Waterside

    Simbavati Waterside is one of the newest additions to the Simbavati luxury lodges situated in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve (just 30 minutes drive from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport) in the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 16 670

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Limited-Time Offer: Stay for 3 nights and only pay for 2. This offer is valid for stays until 31 March 2026 OR Stay 4 nights and pay for only 3 - Valid from 5 Jan to 31 Mar 2026 and 1 Nov to 20 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    One partner pays only 60% (40% discount on one person's rate); complimentary bottle of wine on arrival/in room

    Combo

    8% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 4 nights | 10% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 5 nights | 12% discount: Combine 2-3 Simbavati lodges for a total of 6-7 nights | 15% discount: Combine any Simbavati lodges for a total of more than 8 nights | Minimum 2 Night stay at 1 lodge

  15. Arathusa Safari Lodge

    Arathusa Safari Lodge

    Arathusa Safari Lodge is one of the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve's most enriching and romantic bush getaways. Located within close proximity of the impressive and unfenced Kruger National Park, Arathusa provides the ideal setting in which to engage with the untamed African bush and spend some time appreciating the regions incredible wildlife, including the famous 'Big 5'.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 11 500

  16. Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
    Live availability

    Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

    Simbavati Hilltop Lodge has one of the finest settings in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, an unfenced but private part of the Kruger Park. It’s perched on the hillside with wide-angle views over the bush and views to the distant mountains of the Drakensberg escarpment. Simbavati Hilltop Lodge offers an exclusive, authentic, and unforgettable African safari experience.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 20 400

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Limited-Time Offer: Stay for 3 nights and only pay for 2. This offer is valid for stays until 31 March 2026 OR Stay 4 nights and pay for only 3 - Valid from 5 Jan to 31 Mar 2026 and 1 Nov to 20 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    One partner pays only 60% of the accommodation rate; complimentary bottle of wine on arrival/in room

    Combo

    8% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 4 nights | 10% discount: Combine 2 Simbavati lodges for a total of 5 nights | 12% discount: Combine 2-3 Simbavati lodges for a total of 6-7 nights | 15% discount: Combine any Simbavati lodges for a total of more than 8 nights | Minimum 2 Night stay at 1 lodge

  17. Motswari Private Game Reserve
    Live availability

    Motswari Private Game Reserve

    Motswari Private Game Reserve, a family-owned and operated luxury safari lodge. Here, majestic creatures, including the Big Five, offer incredible viewing opportunities as they bask in their natural habitat.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 9 900

  18. Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge

    Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge

    Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge sits in the heart of Tanzania's Serengeti, offering an exclusive base from which to explore one of Africa's most iconic safari landscapes. The lodge pairs open-vehicle game drives with gourmet dining, an infinity pool, spa and wellness facilities, and attentive round-the-clock service.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    $560

  19. Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
    Live availability

    Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

    Positioned in one of the denser predator habitats of the Kruger National Park, Lion Sands Tinga Lodge occupies a beautiful 5000 hectares that is home to an abundance of wildlife, making this a truly exclusive experience.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 25 530 R 34 030

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Pay 3 Nights and Stay 1 Night FREE: Book between 1 January to 30 April 2027. Block-Out Dates: 20 December - 3 January | Terms and Conditions Apply

    Honeymoon

    For newlyweds on their honeymoon! Spend Three Nights at Lion Sands Lodge and ONE of the happy couple gets 50% OFF of their accommodation. Honeymoon offer is valid for a year after the date of marriage (marriage certificate to be provided)

  20. Ngorongoro Rim Lodge

    Ngorongoro Rim Lodge

    Perched on the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, this eco-luxury lodge pairs refined interiors with sustainable design and front-row views over one of Africa's most iconic natural wonders. Personalised service, gourmet dining and a light environmental footprint make it a quiet, considered base for exploring the crater floor.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    $560

  21. Rhino Post Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Rhino Post Safari Lodge

    Rhino Post Safari Lodge is not just a beautiful lodge built from canvas, wood and glass - the contemporary design of the safari lodge blends into the natural surroundings with no sculpted gardens or fences.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 370 R 9 830

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Pay 3 Valid 1 May - 30 June 2026

    Honeymoon

    All honeymooners receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, a private dinner & a romantic turn down at no extra charge.

  22. Shumbalala Game Lodge
    Live availability

    Shumbalala Game Lodge

    Nestled along the banks of the seasonal Monwana River, this camp is a surprising oasis of luxury and comfort amid the harsh heat of the African bushveld. Here lies the exclusive Shumbalala Game Lodge, where a friendly yet professional team—along with the overseeing family—ensures a memorable experience for every guest.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 15 600 R 20 800

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 nights but only pay for 3 nights when booking during these dates: 7 Jan - 2 Apr, 8 Apr - 31 July, 1 Nov - 15 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    50% discount on accommodation for one member of the bridal party

    Combo

    Franschhoek Country House & Villas and Shumbalala Game Lodge Combo: 3 Nights accommodation at Franschhoek County & Villas in a Villa Suite including breakfast and a two-course dinner at the Monneaux Restaurant on an evening of choice and 3 nights accommodation at Shumbalala Game Lodge with either a complimentary upgrade to the Presidential Suite (subject to availability) or the 4th night complimentary including all meals, hot beverages, local branded drinks, bottled water, 2 daily game drives, optional bushwalks

  23. Jock Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Jock Safari Lodge

    Nestled in the South-Western corner of the renowned Kruger National Park and overlooking the Mitomeni and Biyamiti rivers that flows as one; Jock Safari Lodge is the perfect place to experience breathtaking wildlife sightings including the notorious Big 5.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 18 480

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Receive 10% discount when booking 3 consecutive nights. Valid: 1 April - 30 April 2026 & 1 April - 30 April 2027 | Excludes: 3 Apri l- 6 April 2026 & 3 April - 6 April 2027

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary bottle of bubbly, welcome platter, romantic turn-down, and exclusive sleep-out option

  24. Nkorho Bush Lodge
    Live availability

    Nkorho Bush Lodge

    Sabi Sand Game Reserve, the "birthplace" of sustainable wilderness tourism and development in Sub-Saharan Africa, loved by by guests and staff alike as a place of wilderness, wildlife and adventure. Home to the extensive Mpumalanga cross-section of wildlife, including the Big Five and various endangered species, the park also shares 50 kilometers of its unfenced boundary line with neighbouring Kruger National Park. Animals pass casually between the two parks, unhindered and abundant.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 12 450

  25. Rockfig Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Rockfig Safari Lodge

    RockFig Safari Lodge located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, features just six chalet-type suites, making it ideal for exclusive-use bookings for families or groups of friends.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 21 000

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    PAY 3 & STAY FOR 4: Standard Terms and Conditions Apply. These rates can not be combined with other specials. Special is only applicable for 12 Jan-1 April & 1 Nov-19 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    25% OFF PER COUPLE Valid for a minimum 3-night stay within six months of the wedding. Wedding certificate required. Standard terms apply. Not combinable with other offers.

  26. Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
    Live availability

    Sabi Sabi Selati Camp

    Sabi Sabi Selati Camp is a charming private lodge situated in the renowned Sabi Sands Game Reserve which shares 50 kilometers of its unfenced boundary line with neighboring Kruger National Park. This romantic lodge conjures up images of a time when life was a little slower, a little gentler and a lot more indulgent.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 21 670 R 28 900

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Nights & Pay for 3: Valid for travel from 8 January 2026 – 28th February 2027 | Excluding Christmas peak period: 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2027. | Terms and Conditions Apply

    Honeymoon

    2 nights complimentary for one partner sharing (minimum 4-night stay)

  27. Kapama Karula Lodge
    Live availability

    Kapama Karula Lodge

    With its light, airy, open spaces and views from every angle, Karula is truly the pride of Kapama Private Game Reserve as our flagship lodge. Effortlessly elegant and stylish, Karula will steal the breath of even the most seasoned traveller. This luxury safari accommodation lodge near the Kruger National Park is every discerning traveller’s perfect escape.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 32 500

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Nights & Only Pay For 3 Nights | Stay From: 5 January to 31 March 2026

    Honeymoon

    Pay 4 nights, stay 5 th night free (Pay 4 Stay 5). Package inclusions: 5 nights in a superior luxury villa with private heated pool; all meals plus selected local and premium beverages; 2 daily safaris; private candlelit dinner; couples' Hydro Bath Session at Karula Spa; unlimited South African sparkling wine; transfers from Hoedspruit Airport; conservation levies per person per night; romantic turn-down.

    Last minute

    Book & Travel Within 21 Days (Travel Between 1 April 2026 To 30 June 2026) Terms & Conditions Apply

  28. Mhondoro Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Mhondoro Safari Lodge

    Mhondoro offers a sophisticated yet sustainable safari experience, making it a perfect choice for those seeking an intimate and luxurious African adventure.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 12 290

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    June 2026: Pay For 3; Stay For 4: Applicable mid-weeks (Sunday to Thursday) for the Lodge and the Villa. This value offer does NOT apply to the Exclusive Use Rates, and is not combinable with any other special offer.

    Combo

    The perfect fusion of wild safari luxury and sophisticated city living: enjoy 3 nights at Mhondoro Owners’ Villa and 3 nights in the Labotessa Presidential Suite, plus a complimentary fourth night at Labotessa valid until 19 December 2027. *Ts & Cs apply.

  29. Moditlo River Lodge

    Moditlo River Lodge

    Moditlo River Lodge sits on the banks of a quiet river inside the 36,000-acre Blue Canyon Conservancy, an unfenced piece of the Greater Kruger where the Big Five move freely. The setting is intimate and personal, with a small team who handle every detail, daily game drives across open traversing rights, and a spa for the slower hours between drives.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 26 100

  30. Ulusaba Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Ulusaba Safari Lodge

    Set along the banks of a dry riverbed in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, Ulusaba Safari Lodge is Sir Richard Branson's ground-level retreat in Virgin Limited Edition's South African portfolio. Eight Elephant Suites and the three-suite Hide overlook an active wildlife corridor and hippo-filled lake, offering close-quarters Big Five viewing across 13,500 hectares of private traversing.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 34 000

  31. nThambo Tree Camp
    Live availability

    nThambo Tree Camp

    Discover the magic of a Kruger Safari at nThambo Tree Camp, where you’ll stay in distinctive treetop chalets nestled in the heart of the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. This Big Five reserve shares open boundaries with the iconic Kruger National Park, allowing wildlife to roam freely. The Klaserie is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, offering a diverse array of fascinating bird species. To make the most of the incredible wildlife encounters, guests can enjoy two expertly guided safari drives each day.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 180

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary Honeymoon Sundowners Experience for couples celebrating their honeymoon (R500 per couple for non-honeymooners)

  32. Lion Sands Narina Lodge
    Specialist's pick Live availability

    Lion Sands Narina Lodge

    A visit to Lion Sands can completely restore your energy and allow you to truly relax. When you’re right on the Sabie River, watching the animals, surrounded by bush and sky, you really feel like you’ve escaped from the world.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 25 530 R 34 030

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Pay 3 Nights and Stay 1 Night FREE: Book between 1 January to 30 April 2027. Block-Out Dates: 20 December - 3 January | Terms and Conditions Apply

    Honeymoon

    For newlyweds on their honeymoon! Spend Three Nights at Lion Sands Lodge and ONE of the happy couple gets 50% OFF of their accommodation. Honeymoon offer is valid for a year after the date of marriage (marriage certificate to be provided)

  33. Chacma Bush Camp

    Chacma Bush Camp

    Chacma Bush Camp is a small, owner-run Big Five safari camp tucked into 8,000 hectares of the Maseke Balule Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger. Three thatched chalets sleep just ten guests, and a waterhole in front of camp draws elephants through the drier months. Twice-daily game drives explore the rocky outcrops and Mopane woodlands above the Olifants River.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 6 350

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    Complimentary Honeymoon Sundowners Experience for honeymooning couples (R500 per couple for non-honeymooners)

  34. Kariega Main Lodge
    Live availability

    Kariega Main Lodge

    ‍The 4-star Kariega Main Lodge sits high on a ridge in the malaria-free Kariega Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. This private game reserve is also a short drive from the coast, making it easy to combine with the sandy beaches and warm sea of the world-famous Garden Route.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 200

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    All honeymoon bookings: free bottle of sparkling wine in room on arrival. For 3+ night stays: free bottle of sparkling wine in room on arrival AND free spa treatment to the value of R500 per person.

  35. Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
    Live availability

    Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

    The Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is for those in search of utter exclusivity. Just eight water-side Villas emerge from a riverscape that sees the passage of much of the reserve’s wildlife. From your bed, deck, private plunge pool, or indeed the guest spa, this is one of the best places to look upon Africa – uninterrupted.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 39 430 R 52 560

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay Pay SPECIAL Pay 3 Nights and Stay 1 Night FREE: Book between 1 January 2o26 to 30 April 2027. Block-Out Dates: 20 December - 3 January | Terms and Conditions

    Honeymoon

    For newlyweds on their honeymoon! Spend 3-NIGHTS at any MORE Family Collection property and ONE of the happy couple gets 50% OFF of their accommodation. Valid from 4 January 2025 - 31 May 2026, Block-out dates: 20 December - 3 January

  36. Nyati BIG 5 Safari Lodge
    Live availability

    Nyati BIG 5 Safari Lodge

    Discover the wild beauty of Greater Kruger at Nyati Safari Lodge, a 4-star luxury retreat overlooking the Olifants River. Blending Scandinavian elegance with African charm, Nyati offers an unforgettable safari experience designed for both adventure and relaxation.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 9 350

  37. Tuningi Safari Lodge
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    Tuningi Safari Lodge

    Situated only four and half hours drive from Johannesburg and in the heart of one of South Africa’s most pristine reserves, Tuningi Safari Lodge offers exclusive accommodation surrounded by the 75,000 hectares of tranquil wilderness which makes up the Madikwe Game Reserve.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 10 270 R 13 700

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Pay 3 - Valid May & June 2026/7

    Last minute

    Book 21 days prior to arrival and receive a 50% discount. Valid 1 January to 31 December 2026.

  38. Dulini River Lodge
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    Dulini River Lodge

    Nestled on the banks of the Sand River under century-old ebony trees and bordering with the world-renowned Kruger National Park is the charming River Lodge.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 28 750 R 34 500

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay for 6 nights and only Pay for 5: Travel must be over consecutive nights and you may combine the stay within any of the Dulini lodges: Dulini Moya, Dulini Leadwood and Dulini River. Valid from: 1 January - 31 December 2026

    Honeymoon

    50% discount off accommodation costs for one partner

    Combo

    4 Night Combination Offer - Two nights at Savanna Private Game Reserve in an Executive Suite, combined with a minimum of two nights at one of the lodges in The Dulini Collection (Dulini Moya/Dulini Leadwood or Dulini River) and receive a 10% discount on accommodation at both properties and a safari transfer. Valid from: 1 January - 31 December 2026

  39. Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp
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    Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp

    Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp is nestled in the private Manyeleti Private Game Reserve which borders with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, and the Timbavati Game Reserve. Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp was designed to offer an authentic tented safari experience in a pristine wildlife sanctuary.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 000

  40. Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor
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    Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

    Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor is the only commercial lodge within the 13,600-acre Rietspruit Big 5 Game Reserve outside Hoedspruit, on the edge of the Greater Kruger. Set on a kopje with views across the bushveld to the Drakensberg, the manor pairs open-vehicle Big Five drives with an open-air spa, an infinity pool and a waterhole in front of the deck.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 4 760 R 6 350

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 nights and only pay for 3. Valid until 30 November 2026

  41. Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp

    Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp

    Lemala Ndutu is a nine-tent mobile camp perched on the edge of a permanent marsh in the Ndutu region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, near the southern Serengeti border. From December to March it sits ringside to the wildebeest calving season, with tens of thousands of zebra and gazelle on the short grass plains and a high concentration of big cats in pursuit.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    $330

  42. Mdluli Safari Lodge
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    Mdluli Safari Lodge

    Mdluli Safari Lodge is a luxury tented camp inside the south-western Kruger National Park, born from a successful land-reform partnership with the Mdluli Community. Expect Big Five game drives, an infinity pool overlooking the bush, boma dinners and signature warm hospitality, all five hours from Johannesburg.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 5 390

  43. Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
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    Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

    Hluhluwe - iMfolozi National Park is Africa's oldest game reserve and is home to the beautiful Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge. Set in a 96 000 hectare park, Rhino Ridge is a luxury lodge that offers spectacular scenery and excellent Big Five safari opportunities.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 4 350

  44. Tintswalo Manor House
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    Tintswalo Manor House

    Tintswalo Manor House is a five-bedroom exclusive-use villa in the Manyeleti Nature Reserve, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park. Booked on a sole-use basis for up to 10 guests, it comes with a private chef, guide and game-drive vehicle, making it ideally suited to families or groups travelling together in the Greater Kruger.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 13 430

  45. Tomo Safari Lodge
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    Tomo Safari Lodge

    Tomo Safari Lodge sits inside the Balule Private Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger, part of the unfenced open system that flows into Kruger National Park. The lodge offers all-inclusive stays with twice-daily game drives, Big Five sightings and views across the Umhlametsi riverbed to the distant Drakensberg Mountains.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 8 980

  46. Ulusaba Rock Lodge
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    Ulusaba Rock Lodge

    Richard Branson's Rock Lodge sits high on a koppie in the Sabi Sand, with vaulted-ceiling suites, retractable glass walls and private infinity plunge pools overlooking miles of untamed bushveld. Part of the Virgin Limited Edition collection, it pairs Big Five game drives with walking safaris, a spa, wine cellar and elevated stargazing decks above one of South Africa's richest wildlife reserves.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 34 000

  47. Kirkmans Kamp
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    Kirkmans Kamp

    Nestled along the western bank of the Sand River, sharing unfenced borders with the renowned Kruger National Park. Known for its blend of old-world African charm and modern luxury, this reserve offers an exceptional safari experience. Sabi Sand is celebrated for its incredible wildlife diversity, from thrilling Big Five encounters to rare sightings of endangered wild dogs.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 28 500

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    One partner pays full rate; the other partner pays 50% of the accommodation rate for the whole stay.

  48. Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge
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    Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

    Named after an old giraffe that once resided close to the lodge which was once the Brink family home, this exclusive private lodge offers unsurpassed luxury and a personalized service.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 23 250 R 31 000

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Enjoy a four-night stay at Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge at the cost of three. Terms & Conditions Apply. Valid from 15 January to 15 December 2026. The child must share a suite when booking the family package

    Family

    Enjoy Chitwa Chitwa with the whole family and set an unforgettable benchmark for your child’s safari experiences. Our family package offers full accommodation gratuity to children under the age of 12. Children of all ages are welcome. This special package is applicable to one child per family| Packages are valid from 15 January - 15 December 2026

  49. Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp
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    Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

    Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp is a study of safari chic in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Little Bush Camp offers luxury accommodation for family, friends, or small groups.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 22 420 R 29 900

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Nights & Pay for 3: Valid for travel from 1 Jan 2026 - 28th February 2027 | Excluding Christmas peak period: 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2026 & 20th December 2026 - 5th January 2027. | This offer may not be used in conjunction with any other package offers.

    Honeymoon

    2 nights complimentary for one partner sharing (minimum 4 night stay)

  50. Becks Safari Lodge

    Becks Safari Lodge

    Becks Safari Lodge nestles approximately 45 minutes drive from the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 10 290

  51. Karongwe River Lodge
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    Karongwe River Lodge

    Traversing over the 9000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, the Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 5 890

  52. Waterbuck Lodge
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    Waterbuck Lodge

    Situated in the southern region of the private Thornybush Game Reserve and adjacent to a water estuary, Waterbuck Game Lodge offers an extraordinary safari experience from the comfort of a safari vehicle and from the lodge's viewing deck that overlooks an active waterhole.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 8 630 R 11 500

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 nights but only pay for 3 nights when booking during these dates: 7 Jan - 2 Apr, 8 Apr - 31 July, 1 Nov - 15 Dec 2026

    Honeymoon

    50% discount on accommodation for one member of the bridal party

    Combo

    Franschhoek Country House & Villas and Waterbuck Lodge: 3 Nights accommodation at Franschhoek County & Villas in a Standard Suite including breakfast and a two course dinner at the Monneaux Restaurant on an evening of choice & 4 nights accommodation at either Waterbuck with the 4th night complimentary including all meals, hot beverages, local branded drinks, bottled water, 2 daily game drives. Terms & Conditions Apply

  53. Baobab Ridge Private Lodge
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    Baobab Ridge Private Lodge

    Baobab Ridge is a small, family-run lodge in the unfenced Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, sharing open boundaries with Kruger National Park. Seven private suites sleep a maximum of 16 guests, with the option of exclusive-use bookings. Game drives in open vehicles deliver Big Five sightings across one of the Greater Kruger's most productive traversing areas.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 8 670 R 10 840

  54. Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway
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    Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway

    Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway is an intimate eight-suite lodge perched on a rocky ridge in the malaria-free Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Waterberg. Each suite has a private plunge pool, indoor and outdoor showers, and sweeping views over the Sterkstroom River valley. Twice-daily open-vehicle game drives explore Big Five country, three hours from Johannesburg.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 9 660

    Current offers

    Honeymoon

    Two-night stay in a luxury suite; three dining experiences each day; two wilderness safaris each day; selected beverages; one romantic turn-down during stay. Honeymoon rate: R5,796.00 per person sharing per night (vs standard R7,728.00 per person sharing per night).

  55. Kambaku River Sands
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    Kambaku River Sands

    Kambaku River Sands has received international acclaim for being one of the most frequented safari lodges in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 13 120 R 17 500

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 4 Pay 3 - Valid: 1 -30 June 2026 and 1 - 30 November 2026

    Honeymoon

    50% off bride's rate (25% total discount); complimentary bottle of bubbly and private dinner included

    Combo

    Book 2 nights at Safari Lodge and 2 nights at River Sands and receive 10% off the River Sands rate

    Bush & beach

    Book a 6 night stay with 3 nights at Kambaku River Sands & 3 nights at Kambaku at Sea and receive 10% discount off the Kambaku River Sands rate

  56. Kariega River Lodge
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    Kariega River Lodge

    Kariega River Lodge is nestled along the banks of the Bushman's River in the private Kariega Game Reserve of the malaria-free Eastern Cape.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 7 650 R 9 000

  57. Kuname Lodge
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    Kuname Lodge

    Kuname Lodge is a small, unashamedly exclusive, luxury safari lodge set in about 9,000 hectares of pristine African bush, in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Only 45 minutes drive from the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 8 400

  58. Kuname Manor House
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    Kuname Manor House

    Kuname Manor House is nestled amongst the jackalberry trees on the banks of the Kuvenyami River which runs through the private 9 000 hectare Karongwe Private Game Reserve

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    R 10 360

  59. Lemala Nanyukie Lodge

    Lemala Nanyukie Lodge

    Lemala Nanyukie sits in the eastern Serengeti on grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient acacias. Fifteen canvas-walled suites with private plunge pools look out over the endless plains, in a region known for high-density predator viewing, cheetah research history and a front-row seat on the annual wildebeest migration.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    $1,480

  60. Lemala Osonjoi Lodge
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    Lemala Osonjoi Lodge

    Lemala Osonjoi Lodge sits on a forested hillside just back from the Ngorongoro Crater rim, close to the quieter Lemala Gate on the eastern side of the caldera. Twenty spacious suites, an indoor heated pool and an early-start location mean guests reach the crater floor within fifteen minutes, ahead of the crowds arriving from the western lodges.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    $1,885

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay a minimum of 5+ nights and enjoy 22% discount on each night on Full Board or Game Package Basis

    Honeymoon

    50% Discount off each night for the Bride. 1st Night Full Board or Game Package FOC for the Groom. T&C's Apply

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Complimentary travel insurance. On trips booked and deposited by 24th July 2026.

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