04 May 2024

 

South Africa

We offer a wide choice of cheap flights to South Africa together with South Africa hotels, tours and self-drive itineraries.


Out guide to the top 10 safaris

If you want to get on the track of the Big Five and return each evening to unashamed luxury , then this is your essential guide.

South Africa - Shamwari Long Lee Manor South Africa - Rhinos at Sabi Sabi South Africa - Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

1 Shamwari Long Lee Manor 2 Rhinos at Sabi Sabi 3 Lion Sands Ivory Lodge


Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

For a classic, vibrant and informal experience, the 5 star Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge overlooking a waterhole is the best place to be. Venture into the great wide-open spaces of untamed bush, seeing animals that you’ve possibly never seen before. There’s something magical about daybreak, and a dawn safari will definitely be worth the early rise. Glass fronted bathrooms mean that you won’t miss a minute of the beauty that surrounds you. For 25 years, Bush Lodge, Sabi Sabi, has hosted both presidents and kings and now it’s waiting for you.

Jock Safari Lodge

The first private lodge set in the heart of Africa’s premier wildlife reserve, the Kruger National Park. Situated in the southern area of the park this luxury 5 star lodge incorporates the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Animals including the big five can be seen while relaxing around the rock pool or from the comfort and privacy of your own room.

Gomo Gomo Game Lodge

Situated in the greater Kruger National Park, the 3 star Gomo Gomo Game Lodge is a unique and private getaway. It is an intimate, child-friendly camp built on the banks of the Nhlaralumi River in the prestigious Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, one of South Africa’s most pristine and unspoiled reserves. Known for its excellent game viewing and diverse habitats, Timbavati is the home of the white lion. Some of the finest game can be found here: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and a variety of antelope.

Phinda Game Reserve

Exquisite architectural design meets conservation in these luxurious hand-crafted suites. Set deep in the heart of a rare Dry Sand Forest, the 5 star Phinda Forest Lodge comprises 16 private stilted suites, a sparkling swimming pool, luxurious dining and sitting areas, and an expansive viewing deck with panoramic views of the game-filled plains. Phinda neighbours the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park - a World Heritage Site - to the east and is only 19 miles west of the white-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean.


Entabeni Lakeside Lodge

The 5 star Lakeside Lodge is situated on the Entabeni Private Game Reserve in the malaria-free Waterberg area of the Limpopo Province. Set on the banks of the lake, the lodge provides a memorable blend of luxury in the wilderness. View Entabeni’s famed hippos from the comfort of your own private deck with the ever-changing colours of the Entabeni Mountain reflecting in the lake. Entabeni offers a variety of game viewing activities, scenic helicopter flights, stargazing in the observatory and sunset lake cruises.

Lion Sands River Lodge

The Lion Sands Private Game Reserve is situated in the southern portion of the 65,000-hectare Sabi Sand Game Reserve, an area with exclusive access to the Sabie River, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. Lion Sands delivers a consistently professional, informative & holistic safari experience, covering all animals from the tiny to the mighty African elephant.

Gorah Elephant Camp

Simply the best place to see elephant - 45 minutes north of Port Elizabeth, Gorah has the densest elephant population in the world. The 5 star camp is based around the main house, which has been restored to its original colonial style. There is an elegant dining room while the accommodation is in large cream tented suites. The whole camp exudes an air of traditional opulence with service to match.

Shamwari Game Reserve

Long Lee Manor, originally built in 1910, offers a distinctive Colonial experience. This splendidly restored Edwardian Manor House offers guests refined comfort, congenial service and enticing cuisine in the African bush. Delicious meals are served in the main dining room or around the open blazing fire at the Barn. Between game drives guests can laze around one of the two pools or relax in the garden lounge. The 5 star Long Lee Manor is positioned as the flagship of Shamwari and it overlooks the sweeping plains leading down to the Bushman’s River.


Rhino Post Safari Lodge

The 4 star Rhino Post Camp has been specially designed and built to have minimal impact on the environment. It offers eco-tourists only 16 beds on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed, in a private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park. The camp is built using natural materials and each luxury suite is exquisitely decorated and includes a bedroom and lounge with views of the riverbed from the bathroom, outdoor shower and decked patio.

Thornybush Game Lodge

The exclusive Thornybush Game Lodge boasts stylish air-conditioned suites and extensive living areas overlooking the seasonal Monwana River. From within the suites, each with ensuite facilities, outdoor shower and private decks, sweeping views can be enjoyed over the savannah and active water hole. An abundance of bird and mammal species can be found here and you will experience close encounters with the ‘big 5’. If you can find the time, visit the health spa for some pampering.

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