Described as 'Seven Worlds of Wonder', Phinda encompasses an impressive 28 555 hectares (70 560 acres) of prime Big Five wilderness in KwaZulu-Natal. This Reserve comprises seven distinct habitats – from dry sand forest to wetland systems and mountain ranges. Catch a glimpse of the shy suni antelope, track rhino in the bushveld, observe breeding herds of elephant in fever tree forests, hold your breath as a cheetah teaches her cubs to hunt, glide past hippo on the Mzinene River and marvel at the gracious nyala. Phinda is home to more than 3 000 of these rare antelope.
Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve is a private premier viewing destination. It was the first-ever private nature reserve established in South Africa. The landscape features 65 000 hectares of savannah-covered land interspersed with watering holes, dry river beds, Lowveld woodlands, and the perennial Sabi and Sand rivers. This spectacular reserve offers exceptional game viewing opportunities with frequent sightings of the renowned Big Five as well as cheetah, zebra, giraffe, and a variety of antelope. Visitors can enjoy excellent wildlife viewing, dining under the stars, guided bush walks and enjoying a stay in some of South Africa’s most luxurious safari lodges.
Tswalu Kalahari is South Africa's largest private game reserve- a spectacular wilderness where luxury, natural beauty and authentic hospitality reign supreme. In this true conservationist’s paradise, meander across silent red dunes and discover rare and endangered game. See the elusive desert black rhino and the magnificent black- maned Kalahari lions. Take a horseback safari or explore unique archaeological sites. Then simply indulge in more modern pleasures as Tswalu offers luxurious spa treatments and exquisite cuisine. Accommodation at Tswalu epitomises the stylish yet rustic elegance of a luxury game reserve. Indeed, no creature comfort has been spared for guests at this quintessentially African dwelling. The emphasis at Tswalu is on exclusivity, which is why the entire reserve can accommodate no more than 30 people at a time in The Motse and Tarkuni Villa.
