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      Lion Sands River Lodge

      Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park

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      Overview

      Lion Sands’ luxury flagship lodge, Lion Sands River Lodge, is found in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

      Lion Sands River Lodge is the Lion Sands’ original safari lodge – a contemporary escape in the world-famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It’s the largest of the Lion Sands portfolio and is set by the Sabie River, a natural feature that has inspired the lodge’s design to ensure guests get to experience as much of the surrounding wildlife as possible.

      Relax on the river deck, take a dip in the lodge’s pool or head to the Africology Spa for a muscle-relaxing massage or bespoke facial with premium products. There’s a small gym on-site and a thatched lounge area for afternoons relaxing in the shade. Dining is an affair to remember, with the passionate culinary team creating superb dishes from the finest local produce which are then served in beautiful settings like the lantern-lit boma and on the dining deck.

      The rooms and suites at River Lodge are soothing and elegant. Each of the eight thatched Luxury Rooms features an outdoor deck so you can enjoy the serene bush from the privacy on your suite, and en-suite with rain shower and an egg-shaped bath. The six Superior Luxury Suites are larger and have a layout which seamlessly blends the bedroom with the open-plan bathroom. Four of the six suites interconnect – a great option for families.

      For the ultimate luxury, the lodge’s four River Suites offer the same features as the Superior Luxury Suites but are set away from the public areas for extra privacy. River Suites have one or two bedrooms, a private plunge pool and expansive decks to take advantage of their breath-taking river views.

      If your budget can extend to it – particularly if you’re celebrating a special occasion – a night in one of Lion Sands’ treehouses is a must. Taking the treehouse concept to another level, they’re wonderfully remote and offer the chance to sleep outside in the wild, high up in a four-poster bed with a luxurious picnic to enjoy as you listen out to the calls of wildlife in the night.

      About the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

      Adjacent to the world-renowned Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Game Reserve is famed for its intimate wildlife encounters, particularly leopard viewing. Home to a host of animals, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), the Sabi Sand is part of a conservation area that covers over two million hectares (almost five million acres), an area equivalent to the state of New Jersey.

      With no boundary fences between the Sabi Sand and the Kruger National Park, this reserve benefits from the great diversity of animals found in one of the richest wildlife areas on the African continent, along with the additional benefits experienced on a private game reserve.

      Game drives traverse an area of 10 500 hectares (26 000 acres) and strict vehicle limits at sightings ensure the exclusivity of the game viewing experience. Sensitive off-road driving ensures that guests have the best possible view of any exceptional sighting and rangers are constantly in touch with each other to keep track of animal movements.

       

      Why We Love It
      • A 'Creative Lab' can also be found at the lodge where guests can print their photographs on canvas which they can take home and keep a piece of the safari adventure with them
      • Gorgeous riverfront position on the Sabie River where you can enjoy the views of the water flowing past all year round
      • Great game viewing pretty much guaranteed – this is one of THE prime game viewing areas in Africa!
      • Wonderful range of activities available – including a Spa for those who want pampering and a gym for those who don’t
      • If possible, spoil yourself with a night under the stars in one of the stunning Chalkley or Kingston Treehouses
      Reserve
      • Name
        Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
      • Size
        65,000 hectares
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      • Air Conditioner
      • Camp Unfenced
      • Cellphone Signal
      • Fans
      • Gym
      • Kosher
      • Malaria area
      • Off Road
      • Outside Shower
      • Pool
      • Spa Treatments
      • Tracker
      • Wi-Fi
      Children

      10+ welcome

      Details
      • 8 Luxury Rooms

        6 Superior Luxury Rooms

        4 River Suites

      • Setting: Overlooks the Sabie River
      Activities
      • Game Drives
      • Sleep out under the stars – Treehouse experience, at an additional cots
      • Riverbed dinners
      • Spa & Wellness
      • Local Community Experience
      • Mack & Madi kiddies program
      • Wildlife Lectures
      • Bush Walks, on request
      Children

      10+ welcome

      Guests per Safari Vehicle

      6 Guests

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      Rates

      WPCS 2.2.0.3

      Specials available:
      • STAY More: Pay for 3 nights & Stay for 4 - valid from 04 January 2025 - 31 May 2026 (excluding Festive Season)
      • LOVE More: For newlyweds on their honeymoon, stay 3 nights & one partner will receive 50% off their accommodation - valid from 04 January 2025 - 31 May 2026 (excluding Festive Season)

      Please note:

      • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
      • Please chat to one of our experts about the single accommodation & child rates
      • Our rates reflected are only an indication / guideline of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
      Rates Include
      • Accommodation in a Luxury Room
      • All meals
      • Two game drives daily with FGASA qualified ranger & tracker
      • Game drive refreshments and snacks
      • Teas & coffees
      • Mini-bar in room
      • Selected local beverages
      • Specified inclusive safari activities
      • Skukuza Airport transfers
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Closest Airport

      Skukuza Airport

      Drive Time

      5.5 hours from Johannesburg (Shaws Gate)

      20-minutes from Skukuza Airstrip

      2-hours from KMIA (Nelspruit)

      Reserve
      • Name
        Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
      • Size
        65,000 hectares
      Location
      • Lion Sands River Lodge, Sabie Park, South Africa

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      Terms and Conditions
      • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
      • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
      • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
      • All accommodation will be subject to availability
      • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
      • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
      • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
      • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
      • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
      • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
      Children

      10+ welcome

      Important Notes

      The following fees are applicable to all guests staying within the Sabi Sand Game Reserve:

      • A Sabi Sand Gate entrance fee per vehicle and per person is applicable and is payable directly at the Gate. Valid until further notice and subject to change
      • A Guest Conservation Contribution Fee of R 374 per night applies and will be added to the invoice for the accommodation at the time of booking, subject to change
      • An Impact Levy of R 145 per person per night is applicable to all reservations, subject to change
      • A SANParks Levy per person stay must be settled directly at the gate on entry into the park, subject to change
      • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure

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