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Sabi Sands & Kruger private reserves

South Africa · Unfenced from Kruger
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The finest leopard viewing in Africa

The Sabi Sand Game Reserve shares an unfenced border with Kruger National Park, so wildlife moves freely across the whole system. Generations of relaxed leopards have made it famous for close, unhurried sightings.

Rangers and trackers can follow animals off-road, vehicles are limited at each sighting, and the lodges range from intimate hideaways to some of the most celebrated names in safari.

  • LocationMpumalanga, on Kruger's south-western boundary
  • Best timeYear-round; May to October for the easiest game viewing
  • Getting thereFly to Skukuza or Hoedspruit (Eastgate), or by light aircraft to a reserve airstrip; about 6 hours' drive from Johannesburg
  • MalariaLow-risk area; ask your doctor about precautions

Where to stay

Rack rates in South African rand, per person per night sharing, from the lodges' published 2026 rates. All bookings are quoted in rand.

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Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Dulini

Three small, beautifully run lodges share Dulini's riverine setting: Dulini River Lodge and Dulini Moya with six suites each, and tiny Dulini Leadwood with just three, which can be booked exclusively. Every suite has a private plunge pool and fireplace.

  • Suites: River Lodge 6, Moya 6, Leadwood 3
  • Children: 8 and older; younger children on exclusive-use bookings
  • Included: All meals, selected drinks, two game drives daily, bush walks, airstrip transfers
From R 34 500 per person per night sharing
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Western Sabi Sand

Idube Game Reserve

A warm, welcoming lodge in the western Sabi Sand, where raised walkways wind through the bush. Every suite has a private deck and plunge pool, and a swing bridge leads to a waterhole hide. Excellent value for the Sabi Sands.

  • Suites: 14 suites, each with a plunge pool
  • Children: 8 and older
  • Included: All meals, two game drives daily, guided walks on stays of two nights or more
From R 16 000 per person per night sharing
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Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

Built into the landscape so it almost disappears, Earth Lodge is an icon of modern safari architecture: sculpted walls, natural textures and art throughout. Each suite has a private plunge pool, and there is a spa and wine cellar.

  • Suites: 13 suites with plunge pools, plus the four-bedroom Amber Villa
  • Included: Day and night game drives, walking safaris, all meals, most drinks
From R 44 000 per person per night sharing
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Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

Sabi Sabi's original lodge overlooks a busy waterhole and is the most family-friendly of the four, with the EleFun Centre keeping younger guests busy. Lively and welcoming, with luxury villas for families and groups.

  • Suites: 25 suites plus luxury villas with private pools
  • Families: Children welcome, with the EleFun children's centre
  • Included: Day and night game drives, walking safaris, all meals, most drinks
From R 29 600 per person per night sharing
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Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

Just six suites on the banks of the Msuthlu River make this the most intimate of the Sabi Sabi lodges. Secluded and relaxed, it feels like staying at a friend's private bush home.

  • Suites: Six riverside suites
  • Included: Day and night game drives, walking safaris, all meals, most drinks
From R 32 900 per person per night sharing
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Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Sabi Sabi Selati Camp

Inspired by the old Selati railway line, this camp recreates the romance of early safaris with antiques, railway memorabilia and lantern light. Seven suites, including the Ivory Presidential Suite with its own pool and private vehicle.

  • Suites: Seven suites, including honeymoon and presidential suites
  • Included: Day and night game drives, walking safaris, all meals, most drinks
From R 31 800 per person per night sharing
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