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Immerse yourself in an extraordinary bush safari experience where a stay at Lions Sands River Lodge revolves about its location. Perfectly set right on the banks of the Sabi River, you do not need to leave the privacy of your room in search for wildlife. The Sabi Sands, and especially the surroundings of the Sabi River, is famous for its record number of leopard sightings. The lodge’s setting is spacious with bright and open spaces, modern décor, wooden walkways that connect the main lodge with a spa, a gym, pool and outdoor dining areas. Each communal area is a welcoming invitation to wind down in one of Africa's prime game areas. In between safari activities, sit back and relax in the comfortable lounge and soak up the sounds of the ...
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary bush safari experience where a stay at Lions Sands River Lodge revolves about its location. Perfectly set right on the banks of the Sabi River, you do not need to leave the privacy of your room in search for wildlife. The Sabi Sands, and especially the surroundings of the Sabi River, is famous for its record number of leopard sightings. The lodge’s setting is spacious with bright and open spaces, modern décor, wooden walkways that connect the main lodge with a spa, a gym, pool and outdoor dining areas. Each communal area is a welcoming invitation to wind down in one of Africa's prime game areas. In between safari activities, sit back and relax in the comfortable lounge and soak up the sounds of the bush. On chilly winter nights a gigantic fireplace provides comfortable warmth. Read a book on your private viewing deck, get pampered at the spa or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. Hosted by a family of staff that make it feel like home away from home, the lodge is about spirit, warmth and nature. Whether you are looking out for the Big 5 on game drives or on foot, enjoying a traditional meal under the African sky or even spending one night under the starts in a luxury treehouse; the running theme here is simple and natural luxury living.
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Situated on the banks of the Sabie River, Lions Sands River Lodge is located in the game-rich Sabi Sands Game Reserve, adjacent to the world-renowned Kruger National Park. It is accessible by car or a flight away from one of the nearby airports. Road transfers from the airport to the lodge can be arranged where needed.
Take a scenic charter flight (75 minutes) from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport to Skuzuza Airport flying over spectacular bushland before a short road transfer in a 4x4 safari vehicle to Lion Sands River Lodge. Or for ...
Take a scenic charter flight (75 minutes) from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport to Skuzuza Airport flying over spectacular bushland before a short road transfer in a 4x4 safari vehicle to Lion Sands River Lodge. Or for a road trip adventure from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) to the lodge is approximately 2 hours where a self-drive journey from Johannesburg is about 6 hours.
Consists of eighteen rooms in total all with their own private wooden viewing deck looking out over the Sabi River.
Luxury Rooms: features a canopied king-size bed with bathroom en-suite, lounge area with mini bar and private wooden deck from which to appreciate the river and bush beyond. 8 luxury rooms.
Superior Luxury Suites: embrace the outdoors with ample open-plan bathrooms and outdoor showers. 2 of the suites are interleading making it perfect for families. 6 Superior Luxury Suites.
River Suites: the most spacious and private and set further from the main lodge. Features its own deck and plunge pool ...
River Suites: the most spacious and private and set further from the main lodge. Features its own deck and plunge pool where the views are best appreciated. Ensuite bedrooms lead out to an outdoor shower. 3 River Suites
Family River Suites: located further away from the main lodge and accents ultimate exclusivity. 2 bedrooms with interleading doors and boasts stunning river views complete with expansive private deck, plunge pool and outdoor showers. 1 Family River Suite
Taste and experience Southern Africa foods with fresh and contemporary daily changing menus. Combining traditional elements and transforming local recipes into contemporary dishes and incredible flavours from the region. From boma feasts under the African sky to safari refreshments stops out in the wild, dining becomes an experience especially paired with its premium wines from the Cape. Wine tastings are also on offer for the connoisseurs and dabblers alike.
With 5000 hectares (12500 acres) private reserve of a habitat that is home to the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere, you’ll never fall short of surprises each day. Tick off your search for Africa's iconic species from lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and zebra. In addition to the 137 mammal species and over 450 varieties of bird. The Sabi Sands, and especially the surroundings of the Sabi River, is famous for its record number of leopard sightings. Being entirely private, with only 6 guests to a game ...
With 5000 hectares (12500 acres) private reserve of a habitat that is home to the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere, you’ll never fall short of surprises each day. Tick off your search for Africa's iconic species from lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and zebra. In addition to the 137 mammal species and over 450 varieties of bird. The Sabi Sands, and especially the surroundings of the Sabi River, is famous for its record number of leopard sightings. Being entirely private, with only 6 guests to a game viewer and exclusive traversing on the reserve, take privilege in a truly intimate safari experience. Additionally, the already game rich- Sabi Sands Reserve is located adjacent to the world-renowned Kruger National Park, where no fences lie between the two, adding to the endless abundance of wildlife paradise.
Add something truly special and spectacular to your stay with a sleep out under the stars at Lion Sand’s luxurious treehouses. An ultimate fresh perspective on the South African bush, sleep under the stars in complete privacy while surrounded by the serenity of the bush sounds provides for an unparalleled experience. An ultimate bush bedroom and a view with a room, indulge in a gourmet picnic dinner while endlessly watching an epic African sunset across the vastness of the African bush.
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