SABI SAND NATURE RESERVE

White rhino family grazing in golden light at Singita Sabi Sand

Adjacent to Kruger, the Sabi Sand’s river-laced savannah is famed for close, unhurried big-cat encounters. Unfenced borders, off-road tracking and expert guiding deliver year-round drama. Elephants at the Sand River, leopard in the thickets, and golden light on open plains from strategically placed camps and lodges.

Sundowner drinks on granite boulders beside the Sand River at &Beyond Kirkman's Kamp, Sabi Sand

QUICK FACTS
Big Five
Leopard hotspot
Sabi and Sabi rivers
Off-road tracking
500+ bird species

Elephant herd crossing a track beside a game drive vehicle in Sabi Sand, South Africa
Leopard Hills suite deck at sunset with private plunge pool overlooking Sabi Sand bushveld

Rivers, Leopards & Long Views

Begin on the Sand River at Tengile or Kirkman’s; by day, follow leopard pads through riverine loops, then roam the open grasslands. Swap perspective with Singita Boulders or Ebony for glass-fronted river decks, or settle into Simbambili or Leopard Hills for waterhole action and big-cat territory.

Experiences & Highlights

Pair Big Five drives, off-road tracking and night drives with guided Bush Walking Safaris and golden-hour photography. Add Bush Dining and stargazing; families and couples both fit easily. Think riverfront calm at Tengile or Kirkman’s, contemporary flair at Ebony or Boulders Lodge, Varty Camp for classic heritage, or exclusive-use privacy at Castleton and Lion Sands Ivory Lodge.

Tower of giraffes at sunrise in Singita Sabi Sand, Greater Kruger
Leopard resting on a termite mound in Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger safari

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Romance and Wildlife Encounters in Sabi Sands Romance and Wildlife Encounters in Sabi Sands
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Romance and Wildlife Encounters in Sabi Sands
$1,240.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Escape into the wild romance of Lion Sands Game Reserve, where luxurious riverside suites, private plunge pools, and candlelit bush dinners await. Perfect for honeymooners or couples, this intimate Big 5 safari blends exclusive game drives with unforgettable nights under the stars in your luxury treehouse sleepout.

Highlights/Activities

Private luxury suites, riverside safari views, candlelit dinners, treehouse sleepout, Big 5 game drives, guided bush walks, in-suite spa treatments, sundowners in the bush, photographic safaris, romantic private dining, Sabi Sand exclusivity.

Countries Covered: South Africa

Desert Horizons, Sossusvlei to the Kunene Desert Horizons, Sossusvlei to the Kunene
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Desert Horizons, Sossusvlei to the Kunene
$695.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Trace Namibia’s desert spine from Sossusvlei’s apricot dunes to Palmwag’s rhino country and the far Kunene River. Stay at intimate camps, use the private Kulala gate for quiet dune hours, track black rhino with Save the Rhino Trust, then drift the Kunene between golden dunes and Angola’s mountains. Quiet luxury, starry nights, effortless light aircraft links.

Highlights/Activities

Private Kulala gate to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, sunrise and sunset dune outings, e-bike rides, rooftop sleep outs, guided night walks, Sesriem Canyon stop, black rhino tracking with Save the Rhino Trust, nature drives in Palmwag, desert adapted elephant and giraffe sightings, stargazing, scenic light aircraft sectors, Kunene River boating when water levels allow, quad bike outings, guided walks, respectful Himba cultural visit, pool time with desert views.

Countries Covered: Namibia

African Safari and Island Romance - Sabi Sands and Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipelago African Safari and Island Romance - Sabi Sands and Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipelago
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African Safari and Island Romance - Sabi Sands and Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipelago
$1,445.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

This is a combination to two top destinations; a Big 5 safari in a luxury lodge in the world renowned Sabi Sands Private Nature Reserve followed by a Indian Ocean tropical beach experience of mind blowing proportions on Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

Highlights/Activities

Big 5 Safari in world renowned Sabi Sands Private Nature Reserve, well known for its leopard population, exciting night drives and nature walks during the day, interesting insights into the culture of the Shangaan peoples, over 300 species of birds making it a must go photography safari, followed by an Indian Ocean tropical island experience; stunning Coral Reefs, Scuba Diving and Snorkelling, Sea Kayaking, Swahili Cuisine, warm Indian Ocean waters, white sands under bare feet, relaxation at its ultimate.

Countries Covered: South Africa, Mozambique

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