Inyati Game Lodge was established in 1986 and is deeply rooted in the history of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, widely regarded as the birthplace of the modern luxury African safari. In the 1970s and 1980s, the reserve’s marketing efforts reinterpreted the historical “Big Five”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—from the most dangerous animals to hunt into the must-see icons of photographic safaris, helping define contemporary safari culture.
Inyati’s philosophy is simple: it’s all about the wildlife. The lodge prioritises minimal environmental impact, aligning with the reserve’s modern focus on sustainability.
Today, Sabi Sand stands as a model of sustainable tourism and wildlife management, with long-term success linked to the health of its ecosystems. The reserve also leads anti-poaching efforts, deploying advanced technology and collaborating with government agencies to safeguard endangered species, particularly rhinos.


