Nothing can beat the charm and thrill of South African game reserves when it comes to safari adventures. You can visit any of the wildlife areas in the country and return with a heart full of memories. One such place is the private Sabi Sands Game Reserve. You can easily see a lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, or buffalo when you are here. Some believe the chances of sighting big cats are higher in the Sabi Sands. You can venture out on a guided game drive to spot them in the bush in the morning or at night. Since this reserve is abundant in waterholes, predators and other animals herd around them and become visible. If you want to enjoy an all-inclusive vacation with recreational activities and luxuries, it’s an ideal location. Let’s look at a few five-star accommodations for a better idea.
Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
Among the 5-star Sabi Sands Game Reserve lodges, this one stands out for its namesake interiors. The earthy décor matches its location of the rolling hills. The rooms feature unique furniture designs, such as tree trunk-based headboards. While every corner exudes a sense of closeness with nature, the intervention of modern amenities, including a gym, spa, swimming pool, and bar, lets you immerse yourself in the luxuries of urban life. Honeymooners can also look forward to this lodging facility. This accommodation also means enjoying game drives, guided walks, and more.
Ulusaba Rock Lodge
You can continue to nurture your love for African wild and refined amenities of urban life hassle-free. The best part of this lodge is its magnificent surroundings of the meandering African hills. At the hotel, you can entertain yourself by playing tennis, tasting wine, gazing at the stars from a well-appointed deck, working out in the gym, or relaxing your nerves at the spa. It will be adventurous with bush walks and game drives when outdoors. Since the lodge sprawls over the Sabi Sand Game Reserve’s western edge on a granite koppie hill, you can look over the scenic world from your solitude.
Singita Boulders Lodge
This 5-start property is the beautiful poetry of luxury haven, earthly interiors, and raw African charm. Located close to the boulders of the Sand River banks, the lodge attracts everyone’s attention to its boulder-inspired geometric designs. Every moment of your life here will make you bond with nature. The suites boast glassy exteriors with spacious interiors decked with handmade furniture, natural fabrics, and more. The choice of suites, ranging from river-facing to bush-fronted and family-type, is also fascinating. Most rooms are so designed that you can bask in the sunrises and sunsets without leaving the comfort. You can also spot some animals on the other side of the river from your luxurious corner. Besides this, you can enjoy bush walks, game drives, and a visit to an onsite boutique and gallery housing different jewelry, homeware, local art, and wine.
There are many accommodation options. Hence, you can tour this side of South Africa whenever you desire. If you don’t mind the crowds, plan for the best season.
