Sabi Sands: Safari Getaway at its Best!
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside, located within the renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve, delivers an authentic safari experience in the Greater Kruger National Park region. Positioned on the banks of the wildlife-rich Sand River, the lodge is celebrated for outstanding game viewing, particularly its exceptional leopard sightings. As part of an unfenced reserve, wildlife moves freely between Kruger National Park and the surrounding private reserves, creating a truly immersive wilderness experience.
Location and Game Viewing Area
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside enjoys a prime location along the Sand River in the heart of the private Sabi Sand reserve. It is conveniently accessible from several major travel hubs:
Approximately 5 hours from O.R. Tambo International Airport
3.5 hours from Phalaborwa
3 hours from Hoedspruit Airport
2 hours from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
1 hour from Hazyview
1 hour from Skukuza Airport
30 minutes from Paul Kruger Gate
The lodge’s exclusive traverse covers approximately 1,000 hectares within Sabi Sand and is shared with only one neighbouring property, ensuring a more private safari experience with fewer vehicles on sightings.
Child Policy
Children aged 5 years and older are welcome at the lodge and may join game drives, provided their behaviour is appropriate and approved by the guide.
The optional guided bush walk is available only to guests aged 16 years and above.
Please note that there are no child-minding facilities available on-site.
Activities
Guests can enjoy a variety of classic safari experiences, including:
Morning and evening Big Five game drives
Sundowner stops in the bush
Birdwatching opportunities
Traditional outdoor boma dinners around the campfire
Optional guided bush walks after breakfast (weather permitting; offered in English only and available to guests aged 16+)
Accommodation
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside accommodates a maximum of 20 guests, ensuring an intimate lodge atmosphere.
Accommodation options include:
5 Superior River-Facing Suites: Wild Dog, Zebra, Leopard, Rhino, and Lion, each overlooking the Sand River
3 Superior Waterhole-Facing Suites: Giraffe, Buffalo (interleading), and Elephant (interleading)
3 Standard Rooms, with Standard Rooms 1 and 2 featuring interleading access
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside combines exceptional wildlife encounters, intimate hospitality, and an unbeatable location—ideal for travellers seeking an authentic Big Five safari in one of Africa’s most iconic wilderness areas.
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside:
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