South African Lodges

 

The Lion Sands Chalkley Treehouse is a 10 minute drive from Lion Sands Ivory Lodge and Lion Sands River Lodge, and is completely secluded and private.
The Field ranger does not stay at the Treehouse. Once guests are dropped off, they are completely on their own.
Guests are dropped off at the Treehouse either before sunset or after dinner at the lodge. They may therefore decide if they wish to forego the evening game drive by going to the Treehouse at sunset.
The Lodge will provide a private dinner hamper if they choose to be dropped off at sunset.
The Treehouse has a fixed queen sized canopy bed, and is warm enough in Winter (May to August).
Guests will be given a hand-held radio to communicate with the lodge, so in the event of them wishing to return to the lodge this can easily be arranged.
There are ablution facilities at the Treehouse.
This activity is weather dependant. Should it rain, we will try to reschedule the booking. It is therefore preferable that the guests pay direct at the lodge on departure.
If you have a client interested in the experience, please add this to your reservation enquiry as we offer these guests the first right of refusal on the day. This is also essential to avoid disappointment, as we only have one Treehouse and it has become a very popular experience at Lion Sands.

The guests retain their room for this night and cannot book the Treehouse only when coming to Lion Sands as it is an additional activity to staying at either of the Lion Sands lodges.
The cost is ZAR 2,200.00 per night  for 1 or 2 guests – a supplement to the normal accommodation rates which is added to the guests bill on departure.

For queries and reservations, please contact:
africa@golfing-safaris.com
www.south-african-lodges.com
www.south-african-hotels.com
Tel: +27 (0)21 794 9050

The Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve is South Africa’s largest private game reserve.  It streches over an area of more then 100,000 hectares. Owned by the Oppenheimer family, the Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve takes conservation as its absolute priority with the vision ‘to restore the Kalahari to itself’. No more than thirty guests at a time can discover the beauty of this landscape, its diverse wildlife, and the serenity of what may well be South Africa’s last great wilderness. 

Guests planning to stay at the Tswalu Kalahari Private Game Reserve in South Africa have the option of staying either at The Motse or at Tarkuni Lodge both of which provide the ultimate in luxury, tranquility, solitude and magnificent surroundings.

 

For queries and reservations, please contact:

Tel: +27 (0)21 794 9050

The Great Karoo, in which the five star Samara Game Lodge is situated, covers an area of over 400,000 square kilometers. For most of the past 250 million years, it has been a vast inland basin which has, at various times, been glaciated, accommodated inland deltas, seas, lakes or swamps and volcanic activity has also taken place. Despite all these changes, or perhaps because of them, reptiles and amphibians prospered and their remains provide rich pickings for modern day palaeontologists.

Before the advent of western settlers in the 1800s, vast herds of antelope, zebra and other large game roamed the grassy plains of this region with the only two legged predators being the Khoi and Bushmen, the last of the southern African Stone Age peoples who left a fantastic heritage of rock art some of which can be found on Samara. The region was drastically changed with the occupation by European settlers who mainly grazed sheep, thus changing the pattern of grazing, degenerating the grass cover.

Sheep farming became the economic backbone of the Karoo but many of these farms are being bought up by people who wish to see the karoo restored to it’s natural beauty by rehabilitating the land and re-introducing indigenous wildlife which has not been seen in the area for many generations. The Karoo holds very important historical value to South Africa and there are many secrets to still be discovered.

Tel: +27 (0)21 794 9050

Bush Special Amakhosi Game Lodge:

Enjoy the amazing winter special, Pay for two nights and stay for free on your third night!

Why not spoil your loved ones and bring them to the wonderful Amakhosi Game Lodge in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, for a winter break?

Rates are per person sharing per night, and fully inclusive of the following:
• Accommodation in a Luxurious Suite with a view on the River and a private viewing deck
• 3 Meals daily
• 2 game drives with qualified guides

Only for new bookings with a minimum stay of two nights and subject to availability.

Valid for stay up till the 30 September 2010. Conditions and limited block out periods apply.

 

For queries and reservations, please contact:

Tel 021 794 9050

 

Three of the six beautiful safari lodges at the Phinda Game Reserve have recently undergone makeovers to make them even more irresistible to our guests.

 

Forest Lodge, Phinda Game Reserve (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

• All suites repainted, woodwork replaced, new floors and windows installed

• Bathrooms retiled; bathtubs and hand basins replaced

• Decks in guests areas extended and an interactive kitchen installed

• Boma completely rebuilt using innovative gabions with gum poles

 

Vlei Lodge, Phinda Game Reserve (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

• Woodwork in all suites sanded and sealed, soft furnishings refurbished

• Porcelain and chrome fixtures in bathrooms updated

• Private plunge pools enlarged

• All chairs and sofas in guests areas reupholstered

 

Mountain Lodge, Phinda Game Reserve (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

• All rooms and guest areas have been painted, varnished, sanded and oiled

• Bathtubs and basins have been replaced in the bathrooms

• Sofas and chairs in the guest areas have been reupholstered

For reservations and queries, please contact:

africa@golfing-safaris.com

Tel: +27(0)21 794 9050

www.south-african-lodges.com

www.south-african-hotels.com

Private Family Safaris Launched at the Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Families wishing to introduce their children to the marvels of the wild now have the option to book a tailormade family adventure at one of the exclusive Phinda Game Lodges. Both educational and fun-filled, this safari includes a private safari vehicle, as well as a dedicated ranger specialised in guiding trips with children. The ranger will spend time with the family on arrival, helping them to plan each thrilling day according to the children’s ages, their interests and the season. Just some of the exciting adventures on offer include:

• Animal tracking walks during which children make plaster casts of animal tracks

• Insect hunts with ultraviolet lights to learn about nocturnal insects

• Treasure hunts through the bush

• Specially planned game drives during which youngsters are given the opportunity to feel, smell, listen and see their environment

• Making animals out of clay, tree bark rubbings, painting with sand, palm frond weaving and traditional beading

• Basic astronomy

• Canoeing, boating and fishing

The cost for the family safari is R6 120 for a maximum of six guests, excluding accommodation. In addition to the dedicated family safaris, Phinda continues to run an exciting programme of children’s activities at our lodges.

For reservations and queries, please contact:

africa@golfing-safaris.com

Tel: +27(0)21 794 9050

www.south-african-lodges.com

www.south-african-hotels.com

 

Due to sporadic demand, Federal Air has decided to stop their direct shuttle service between Johannesburg and the Phinda Private Game Reserve. We suggest the ongoing use of national carriers for the popular Johannesburg – Richard’s Bay route, with guests travelling to one of the Phinda Game Lodges, and then transferred to another short flight or road transfer.

 

Due to differences in the aircraft used, the new routing involves the same travel time as the old flight directly between Johannesburg and Phinda.  Guests still have the opportunity to select direct flights via private charters. 

The most luxurious train in the World, Rovos Rail, has acquired the 6-bedroom St James Guest House in St James, Cape Town. This exclusive 5-star graded property, previously owned and managed by the Last Word Retreats, offers all-suite accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, with an additional dinner service provided by prior arrangement.

The guest house is well-located on the main road in the charming, trendy, seaside area adjoining Kalk Bay, 30 mins drive from the Cape Town City Centre and the international airport. The house has magnificent views of the Indian Ocean being across the road from the beach, and is within walking distance of a selection of interesting restaurants, pubs and antique shops.

For reservations and further information please contact Reservations

TEL +27 (0)21 794 9050 / africa@golfing-safaris.com