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Lodge · Greater Kruger
Shisaka Camp
Shisaka Camp sits along a river's edge in Sandringham Private Game Reserve, a former hunting ground in the greater Kruger area now being rehabilitated as a wildlife sanctuary. Six luxury suites and two villas tuck into a Tamboti thicket, each crowned by a rooftop sala, a nest-like retreat that gives the camp its Tsonga name.
From R 26 250 per person sharing, per night
Special offer available on selected dates.
Lodge · Greater Kruger
Shisaka Camp
Shisaka Camp sits along a river's edge in Sandringham Private Game Reserve, a former hunting ground in the greater Kruger area now being rehabilitated as a wildlife sanctuary. Six luxury suites and two villas tuck into a Tamboti thicket, each crowned by a rooftop sala, a nest-like retreat that gives the camp its Tsonga name.
About the lodge
An overview of Shisaka Camp.
Shisaka Camp sits along a river's edge in Sandringham Private Game Reserve, a former hunting ground in the greater Kruger area now being rehabilitated as a wildlife sanctuary. Six luxury suites and two villas tuck into a Tamboti thicket, each crowned by a rooftop sala, a nest-like retreat that gives the camp its Tsonga name.
Highlights
- Rooftop salas (nest-like structures) above each suite for elevated river views
- Private infinity pool and shaded timber deck at every suite
- Semi-circular suites built along the water's edge in a Tamboti thicket
- Twice-daily open-vehicle safaris in a rehabilitated private reserve
- Environmental awareness walking safaris with the guiding team
You Should Know
- Suites accommodate 2 adults; check with safari specialists on child policy before booking
- Access is via the Sandringham airstrip with round-trip transfers included
The Details
Location
Shisaka sits within Sandringham Private Game Reserve, a former hunting concession in the greater Kruger area now being rehabilitated into a wildlife sanctuary. The camp is part of the family-owned Sabi Sabi Collection, which also runs the neighbouring Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve and The Claremont Boutique Hotel in Cape Town.
The name Shisaka means 'nest' in Tsonga, a nod to the rooftop salas that sit above each suite. Six suites and two villas are threaded through a Tamboti thicket along the river.
Accommodation
The six semi-circular luxury suites are designed to disappear into the surrounding bush while opening up wide river views. Each has a lounge area and a generous bedroom with a king-sized (or twin) bed positioned to look over the water. The en-suite bathroom carries a free-standing tub and a rain shower.
Large glass sliders lead out to a covered timber deck with an outdoor lounge, dining table, private infinity pool and outdoor shower. The rooftop sala, reached above the suite, is a quiet space to sit out with a book and take in uninterrupted views of the river and the reserve. In-suite amenities include a minibar and snacks, tea and coffee station, luxury toiletries, electronic safe, gown and slippers.
Dining
All meals and selected beverages are included, served in the camp's communal spaces or at private settings on the deck by the river.
Activities
Guests head out on two open-vehicle safaris a day across the reserve, with environmental awareness walking safaris available on foot with a qualified guide. The focus is on the ongoing rewilding of Sandringham, so game viewing is paired with a look at how the reserve is being brought back.
Price Includes
- All meals
- Selected beverages
- Two open-vehicle safaris per day
- Environmental awareness walking safaris
- Round-trip transfers to the Sandringham airstrip
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 29 Feb 2028
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
All inclusive - all meals, all drinks excluding French Champagne and Private Collection Cellar Wines, twice daily open vehicle safaris, walking safaris and transfers to and from Sandringham airstrip
Special offer
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th November 2026. Details
R 26 250
per person · night · normally R 35 000
Festive
20 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027
All inclusive - all meals, all drinks excluding French Champagne and Private Collection Cellar Wines, twice daily open vehicle safaris, walking safaris and transfers to and from Sandringham airstrip
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th November 2026. Details
R 35 000
per person · night
Low season
6 Jan 2027 – 19 Dec 2027
All inclusive - all meals, all drinks excluding French Champagne and Private Collection Cellar Wines, twice daily open vehicle safaris, walking safaris and transfers to and from Sandringham airstrip
Special offer
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th November 2026. Details
R 26 250
per person · night · normally R 35 000
Festive
20 Dec 2027 – 29 Feb 2028
All inclusive - all meals, all drinks excluding French Champagne and Private Collection Cellar Wines, twice daily open vehicle safaris, walking safaris and transfers to and from Sandringham airstrip
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th November 2026. Details
R 35 000
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. Where a reduced rate is shown, it reflects a stay-pay or long-stay offer for those dates; honeymoon and other offers are applied separately when we prepare your quote. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Where the rates above show a saving, it comes from a stay-pay or long-stay offer.
Stay & Pay
Stay 4 nights and pay for 3, valid from 1 June 2026 to 28 February 2027 and 1 March 2027 to 29 February 2028, excluding the Christmas peak period (20 December to 5 January).
Imagery
A closer look.
"I've recently interacted with Dolan and hands down he's been the best travel agent that I've every worked with. He was a wealth of experience and knowledge which shows volumes. He took into consideration my budget and my individual needs to tailor make a package with recommendations for my preference,he knows Kruger and Greater Kruger like the back of his hands and I will wholeheartedly recommended his services. He is truly an asset to his institution."
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From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Shisaka Camp: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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