{"id":12120,"date":"2026-05-28T17:19:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T15:19:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/?p=12120"},"modified":"2026-05-28T17:19:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T15:19:21","slug":"18-on-the-hill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/18-on-the-hill.html","title":{"rendered":"New to our portfolio: A true Safari Gem"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>18 On The Hill <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18 On The Hill is a luxury safari lodge set high within the Maseke Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. Overlooking sweeping bushveld landscapes, the lodge offers an intimate escape where contemporary comfort blends seamlessly with the raw beauty of the African wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Dining.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"922\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Dining.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Dining.jpg 922w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Dining-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Dining-768x441.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 922px) 100vw, 922px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br>Accommodation consists of elegantly designed tented suites that elevate the traditional safari experience, combining spacious interiors, refined finishes, and private decks that open onto uninterrupted views of the surrounding plains. Every detail is crafted to immerse guests in nature without compromising on comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Boma.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1002\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Boma.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Boma.jpg 1002w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Boma-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Boma-768x410.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1002px) 100vw, 1002px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br>Guests enjoy expertly guided game drives through the reserve, offering exceptional opportunities to encounter the Big Five and a rich variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. Between safari adventures, visitors can relax by the pool, savour locally inspired cuisine, and unwind under expansive African skies.<br><br>With its focus on understated luxury, personalised service, and immersive wildlife experiences, 18 On The Hill delivers a peaceful and memorable safari retreat in one of South Africa\u2019s most remarkable wilderness areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Pool.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Pool.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12123\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Pool.jpg 910w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Pool-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-Pool-768x426.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact us for your Getaway to 18 On The Hill Lodge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/lodges\/18-on-the-hill\">https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/lodges\/18-on-the-hill<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mobile: +27 (0)827 823 142<br>Email:&nbsp; res@south-african-lodges.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">Thank you for choosing us as your accommodation provider.\nSouth African Tourism Company\n\nDirect: +27 (0)41 368 1239\nTel:    +27 (0)21 794 9050\nMobile: +27 (0)827 823 142\nEmail:  res@south-african-hotels.com\nEmail:  res@south-african-lodges.com\n\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.south-african-hotels.com\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\nFacebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SouthAfricanHotels<\/pre>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/18-on-the-hill.html\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter tfe wp-post-image\" alt=\"18 On The Hill Lodge\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-300x119.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/18-On-The-Hill-Lodge-768x305.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p>18 On The Hill 18 On The Hill is a luxury safari lodge set high within the Maseke Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. 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