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LondoLozi Private Game reserve sabi sand Game reserve, south africa One of the original camps in South Africa, Londolozi Private Game Reserve has 85 years of history and is family-run to this day. Four generations of hospitality experience and 30 years of hosting ecotourism have culminated in the creation of an entirely unique and transcendent bushveld experience for the discerning guest. Choose from one of four small camps or the new Private Granite Suites, each built with nature in mind and designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding habitat. In this ideal setting, you’ll experience some of the most spectacular game viewing and exceptional leopard sightings in the Sabi Sands. LondoLozi Private Game reserve sabi sand Game reserve, south africa

lion sands PRivate GaMe ReseRve sabi sand Game reserve, south africa Family owned and managed since 1933, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve offers a distinctive level of luxury in the African bush for the most discerning of safari seekers. Three differently styled and sized lodges, namely River Lodge, Ivory Lodge and the exclusive sole-use 1933 Lodge, all feature magnificent views of the perennial Sabie River. Highly qualified rangers and trackers ensure that your safari experience will be unforgettable in this Big Five territory in the Sabi Sand. When you’re not communing with the wildlife on daily game drives, visit the Lalamuka Health Spa, the River Deck or the bar for its cozy fireplace. lion sands PRivate GaMe ReseRve sabi sand Game reserve, south africa

GRande Roche hotel Paarl, south africa A short drive from Cape Town, Grande Roche Hotel represents a truly quintessential Cape Winelands experience. Reflecting its 18th-century heritage of this Cape Dutch homestead, the property has earned national monument status and features modern amenities, including heated floors and Internet access. Gourmets relish the world-renowned Bosman’s Restaurant, with its Award–winning selection of wines. You’re minutes away from a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, and less than a two-hour drive from the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, home to some of the world’s only free-roaming white lions. Wine Spectator Grand GRande Roche hotel Paarl, south africa

MalaMala GaMe ReseRve malamala Game reserve, south africa Some of the most memorable moments of a safari come after dark, a fact recognized by MalaMala Game Reserve’s expert rangers. On your evening drives, your guide shines a spotlight through the bush to locate nocturnal creatures, the sight of which will take your breath away. Your exotic, luxurious camp accommodations — there are three from which to choose — offer even more views; a wide wooden deck overlooks the Sand River, where animals parade in a seemingly steady stream. With its unparalleled wildlife viewing and congenial atmosphere, it’s little wonder MalaMala has set the standard for other safari camps. MalaMala GaMe ReseRve malamala Game reserve, south africa

Molori safari lodge madikwe Game reserve, south africa In Setswana, the local language, "molori" means "to dream" — and you’ll swear your stay at Molori Safari Lodge must be a fantasy. How else could you explain this incredible place, set within the 185,000- acre, wildlife-rich Madikwe Game Reserve? Each of the five thatched-roof cottages, which open to private infinity-edge swimming pools and the dramatic savanna beyond, are testament to coowner Kirk Lazarus’s passion for design (an antique Chinese drum here, a Fendi chaise there . . .). Follow daily game drives with a calming spa treatment and imaginative cuisine on the deck overlooking a favorite water hole. Molori safari lodge madikwe Game reserve, south africa

MaTeya safari lodge madikwe Game reserve, south africa Mateya Safari Lodge honors the legend of Zimbabwean Queen Mateya, who settled in this area after her epic journey to save her people from drought. Built in an ecologically sensitive manner with materials found in the Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge resides in extensive plains that slope toward the Marico River. The Dwarsberg mountain range forms the Reserve’s southern boundary, and the Tweedepoort Escarpment divides it north from south. To give ten very special guests unrivalled luxury and unforgettable views of the vast plains, this exclusive lodge offers just five individually designed suites. MaTeya safari lodge madikwe Game reserve, south africa

TinTswalo safari lodge Limpopo Province, south africa Occupying an enviable location between the Sabi Sand, Timbavati and Kruger parks, Tintswalo Safari Lodge is a dream-come-true safari destination. The Big Five surround the lodge; in fact, the gorgeous main lodge overlooks a favorite watering hole of a large herd of elephants. The suites are decorated to recall 19th-century African explorers while also offering modern comforts such as indoor/outdoor shower, private plunge pool and air conditioning. After a day’s exploration, relax at the Elan Vital spa and follow up with an alfresco dinner, enjoying imaginative wine cellar offerings and the unique tastes and spices of Africa. TinTswalo safari lodge Limpopo Province, south africa