The Camp

Location: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
Number of Rooms: 9

Savanna Lodge is comprised of nine elegant suites. Four Luxury Suites and three Executive Suites have tented ceilings of draped fabric beneath canvas roofs to let in sounds from the bush. The thatch-roofed Savanna Suite is more like a private home that's ideal for families with two separate en suite bedrooms, central living and dining spaces, and a private vehicle, guide and chef. The Executive and Savanna suites also have private plunge pools. Each suite has a private bathroom with double sinks, indoor shower and free-standing porcelain bathtub, and the back wall opens completely to reveal a private outdoor shower. Gracious, traditional décor provides a sense of understated luxury. The open-air main lounge looks out onto the wilderness. A small pool and water feature sit in front of the main building where plush sofas, a bar and a grand, family-style dining table overlook the reserve. A second-floor loft offers a quiet nook with excellent views. Private meals can be arranged upon request, and surprise bush meals are a fun treat between activities.

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Facilities & Amenities

• En suite bathroom with tub and indoor/outdoor showers
• Shampoo, soap and lotion
• Hair dryer
• Air conditioning
• Room fan
• Mini bar
• Tea/coffee in room
• 220v charging outlets in room
• In-room safe
• Executive & Savannah Suites have private plunge pools
• Central swimming pool
• Fitness center
• Internet in library
• Laundry included
• Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
• Credit cards accepted (Visa, MasterCard, Diner's, American Express)

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Wildlife Viewing & Activities

The safari experience of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve is world-renowned, and wildlife viewing from Savanna is no exception. The Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo – are prevalent here. Cheetah, hyena and wild dog are also frequently observed. A plethora of antelope, giraffe and zebra are often spotted alongside impala, wildebeest, warthog, hippo and varied birdlife. Explore the bush in open 4x4 vehicles on both day and night wildlife drives with outstanding guides to track large mammals, interpret animal behavior, identify birds and position guests for excellent photography. Guided nature walks offer glimpses of smaller creatures, plants and insects. Other activities available nearby include elephant-back safaris, scenic flights and hot-air ballooning. The camp also encourages a visit to the community it supports, to visit the school and traditional healer.

The Sabi Sand is known for great leopard viewing, healthy rhino populations and the rest of the Big Five, making it a great wildlife destination for all levels of safari experience. The below chart helps to illustrate major wildlife sightings often experienced here. Other typical sightings may include warthogs, baboons and a number of other mammals, birds and reptiles. Exact sightings will depend on weather and wildlife movements.

Climate

Conservation

Savanna is deeply involved in community development. The camp has employed a Community Project Manager to coordinate, develop and run all community projects and ensure sustainability with projects already completed. 90 percent of the camp's staff come from the surrounding villages, and others from the community have the opportunity to do three months of training for work experience at the camp. Most guests will experience a boma dinner in camp and will meet the Mabarhule Youth in Action Choir. This talented young group is hired to perform at these firelight dinners every few nights and provided a hearty meal before returning home. Savanna also supports the Tiyimiseleni Centre in the village of Marbarhule. This home-based center provides 250 orphans and vulnerable children, ages 3-17, with a healthy meal each day. Through Pack for a Purpose guests are also welcome to bring donations of clothing, notebooks, pencils and toys.

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