Situated in a valley on the escarpment of the Drakensberg, overlooking the Sabie River, Sabie is a quaint, country town surrounded by stunning natural scenery, such as cascading waterfalls and tranquil mountain streams. It is the centre of the local timber industry and home to the statues of the famous dog, Jock of the Bushveld.
Located in South Africa’s Limpopo province, just outside the wildlife-rich town of Hoedspruit and near the western boundary of Kruger National Park, Guernsey Private Nature Reserve is a quiet conservation area ideal for nature-focused travel. This 400-hectare private reserve is home to a variety of plains game, bird species, and indigenous vegetation, with no large predators, making it perfect for walking safaris, birdwatching, and relaxed self-drive exploration. Accommodation ranges from bush lodges to self-catering stays, often within the reserve’s natural surroundings. Travellers can enjoy sunrise and sunset wildlife sightings, guided bush walks, and convenient access to nearby attractions such as the Blyde River Canyon and Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. With its peaceful atmosphere and convenient location along the R40 tourism corridor, the reserve suits visitors seeking a slower-paced, nature-based alternative to busier safari destinations.
The Manyeleti Private Game Reserve shares its borders with Kruger National Park, Timbavati Game Reserve and Sabi Sands Game Reserve, forming part of a huge area of land in which wildlife roams free. It is managed by the Mnisi people, who have lived on this land for many generations. In Shangaan, the language of the most dominant tribe in the area, Manyeleti means ‘Place of Stars’ and in the evenings, when the sun’s light is replaced by that of the moon and countless bright stars, one can understand why. A dry area for most of the year, Manyeleti offers spectacular scenes of wildlife as they gather at water holes. Aside from the spectacular game viewing opportunities, the reserve also offers insight into the culture and traditions of the Mnisi people.
