The top 10 South African Luxur

The top 10 South African Luxury Game Lodges

South Africans and international tourists adore the bush but also love to stay in luxurious accommodation and eat succulent cuisine. These luxury game lodges combine the best of both worlds.

The top 10 South African Luxur

thanda

Thanda Private Game Reserve
This multi award winning lodge has a lot to offer guests in terms of opulence. The lodge is set on top of a hill which will give you breathtaking views of the surrounding bush. Each tent has its own lounge and master bedroom as well as indoor and outdoor showers. The villas are all equipped with private bomas for an intimate and romantic dining experience.
singita

Singita Private Game Reserve
Located right in the heart of the Kruger Park, Singita not only offers superb game viewing but luxurious and contemporary lodging. Most suites have views of the river below and if that isn’t enough, you can go to the spa and unwind even more.
shamwari

Shamwari
There is a choice of six 5 star lodges. If you want tented accommodation or refined elegance, Shamwari will have the great accommodation to offer.
mala mala
Mala Mala Game Reserve
Since 1927, Mala Mala has always been on top of these lists and it takes little thinking to understand why.  The game viewing is said to be the best in South Africa and there are 3 camps to choose from, however, this luxury does come at a price, US$ 1025 a night to be exact.
sabi
Sabi Sabi Game Reserve
Sabi Sabi is another luxury game lodge that is always a feature on these kinds of lists. The unique feature of Sabi Sabi is its Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow principle where guests can choose different lodges that replicate a point in time. Whether it is luxury from the past or contemporary luxury or even avante garde luxury, Sabi Sabi can provide.
ulusaba
Ulusaba Game Reserve
Owned by Sir Richard Branson, Ulusaba is perched onto of a hill that gives the guest a surrounding view of the bushveld. If you are not busy with game drives, you can take a dip in the swimming pools or indulge in a spa treatment. For the more active, there are tennis courts and gyms available. Try a few South African wines from the wine cellar and after dinner enjoy a spot of stargazing at the bush observatory.
bushwa
Bushwa Private Game Lodge
Bushwa offers guests three unique safari accommodation options. Their most luxurious option is Bushwa Safari Lodge, a beautiful safari lodge perched on the top of a hill and boasting sensational views over the Waterberg bushveld.  You can do a number of activities which includes; fishing and clay pigeon shooting.
nedile
Nedile Lodge
Located at the Waterberg Mountains, Nedile Lodge offers guests an African holiday experience. Each suite at Nedile has been designed for complete privacy, relaxation and comfort, and has a private deck, fireplace, indoor and outdoor showers, and an invitingly luxurious bathroom.
samara
Samara Karoo Lodge
Nowhere else in South Africa can you experience the vast mountain plateaus with views across 280 square kilometres of wilderness. Elegant lodges provide luxury accommodation nestled between an amphitheatre of mountains on 70,000 acres, where wildlife roams.

wooded hilsWooded Peaks Game Lodge
Elevated over the Tshwene Valley Gorge and secluded in Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, Wooded Peaks provides an intimate African experience for just 10 discerning guests. Wooded Peaks offers an exclusive luxury five star lodge, stylishly decorated, cool and comfortable.

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