Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside | Sabi Sand Nature Reserve

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside is one of the most affordable lodges located in the heart of the Sabie Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger. The reserve is about 65000 hectares and shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park.

The accommodation sleeps 20 people at capacity. Rooms have two single beds, ensuite bathrooms and private patios, while each is fitted with an air-conditioner. Some of the chalets are connected via an inter-leading door, making them ideal for small groups and families. During the heat of summer, guests can relax around the swimming pool, which overlooks the Sand River and the open wilderness.

Dining in a traditional boma around a roaring fire is one of the most enjoyable African bush experiences. After dinner, rangers may even take guests out on a night drive to view the nocturnally active wildlife.

Umkumbe is in a prime position and there is almost always game to be seen from the deck and the main guest areas. Elephants, buffalo, antelope, baboons are regular visitors, while a pair of breeding fish eagles nests just in front of the lodge.

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Leopard Room with elephants in the Sand River beyond Credit: Shannon Wild Leopard Room with elephants in the Sand River beyond
Superior Suite: Leopard Room Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite: Leopard Room
Superior Suite: Leopard Room Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite: Leopard Room
Superior Suite en suite bathroom with outdoor shower and indoor bath Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite en suite bathroom with outdoor shower and indoor bath
Superior Suite en suite bathroom with outdoor shower Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite en suite bathroom with outdoor shower
Superior Suite: Zebra Room Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite: Zebra Room
Superior Suite: Zebra Room Credit: Shannon Wild Superior Suite: Zebra Room
Standard Room Credit: Shannon Wild Standard Room
Standard Room Credit: Shannon Wild Standard Room
From the front - Umkumbe's pool, deck, and main lodge area Credit: Em Gatland
Umkumbe's deck and swimming pool at dusk Credit: Em Gatland
A place to relax at the pool, overlooking the Sand River Credit: Em Gatland
The large pool deck and loungers under an evening sky Credit: Em Gatland
The lively boma where dinner is served Credit: Em Gatland
The spacious deck and lunch time dining area - all overlooking the river Credit: Em Gatland
The entertainment room and lounge Credit: Em Gatland
Rhinos on game drive Credit: Em Gatland
Watching elephants from the deck at Umkumbe Credit: Em Gatland
Umkumbe and a game viewer in the morning light
The view of Umkumbe from the river Credit: Em Gatland

Your Stay

3 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Fast Facts

Safari Lodge

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 10

Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge | Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park

Established to protect the previously endangered white rhino, , Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Reserve is a triumph of conservation efforts. Celebrate this legacy in exclusive luxury at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge - the only private lodge in the reserve - offering exceptional safari experiences in the heart of Big 5 territory. 18 well appointed, air-conditioned rooms nestle on a ridge, each with their own private deck giving expansive and uninterrupted views of the reserve. The lodge, built in 2015, is designed in a contemporary style with overtones of organic forms utilising natural finishes and materials.

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Main Lodge Credit: Guy Upfold Deck of main lodge overlooking the reserve
Swimming Pool Credit: Guy Upfold Swimming Pool overlook Hluhluwe iMfolozi Reserve
Villa Credit: Guy Upfold Interior of Villa
Bush Villa & Honeymoon Villa Bathroom Credit: Guy Upfold Bathroom
Honeymoon Bush Suite Credit: Guy Upfold Bush Suite Overlooking Reserve
Bedroom Honeymoon Villa Interior
Lounge to deck Credit: Guy Upfold Lounge to Deck
Bar Credit: Guy Upfold Lounge looking over towards the Bar
Fire Deck and Lounge Credit: Guy Upfold Fire Deck and Lounge
Dining Room Credit: Roger de la Harpe Dining Room
Dining deck Credit: Guy Upfold Dining Deck
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge Aerial view of the main lodge
Lion cub Credit: Hans Juergen Lion cub in the tree
Up Close Credit: Hans Juergen
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge - Spa Credit: Guy Upfold Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge - Spa

Your Stay

3 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Fast Facts

Safari Lodge

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu

No. Rooms: 18

Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

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