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••Chitwa Chitwa
From AU$2,575 – AU$2,560 ppChitwa Chitwa is beautifully decorated, with colours and textures reflecting the serenity of the African bush outside, and located in the exclusive Sabi Sand reserve. This reserve is a wonderful place to come on safari, particularly as the Big Five can be…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Classic
••Coot Club
From AU$456 ppThis area is rich in birdlife and plant diversity, and guests can enjoy sandboarding down dunes, birding on the Klein river, quad biking, hiking, and canoeing against the backdrop of the Maanschynkop mountains. From June to December each year, you can also…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Essential
••De Zeekoe
From AU$128 – AU$157 ppDe Zeekoe’s location, together with its numerous activities and laidback style, makes it a must-visit in South Africa. The choice of dwellings is amazing, helping you to decide just how you want to spend your time. Whether you go self-catering or full board,…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Ultimate
••Delaire Graff Estate Lodge & Spa
From AU$1,451 – AU$2,148 ppOwned by Laurence Graff, chairman of Graff Diamonds International, it was established in 2003 with the aim of becoming the most desirable art, hospitality, and wine destination in all South Africa! Accommodation is booked on a B&B basis, including daily…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Classic
••Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
From AU$299 – AU$456 ppOriginally built as the harbour master’s private residence in the 1800s, Dock House is situated on the edge of the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. This sophisticated and intimate boutique hotel overlooks the bustling harbour, with Table Mountain poised…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Luxury
••Dulini Leadwood
From AU$2,859 ppDulini describes its three properties as providing the classic safari experience for the sophisticated traveller – and we agree one hundred per cent! With its emphasis on intimacy, Leadwood is particularly well suited to couples and honeymooners. However, as…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Luxury
••Dulini Moya
From AU$2,859 ppThe lodge has been awarded a Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor! Accommodation is booked on a full-board basis, including three meals daily, a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks, refreshments on game drives, all safari activities, transfers between…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Classic
••Eagles Crag Lodge
From AU$1,895 – AU$2,100 ppDue to the lodge’s minimum age requirement of 12 years, we tend to suggest Shamwari’s Riverdene for families with younger children, but for couples Eagles Crag is hard to beat! The accommodation is booked on a full-board basis, including all meals, a…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Essential
••Elephant Plains
From AU$882 pp – Contact UsIt has been awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, in recognition of high service standards! The accommodation is booked on a full-board basis, including all meals, teas and coffees, morning and evening game drives, bush walks, and Wi-Fi. Children…
- South Africa
- Hotel
- Luxury
••Four Seasons The Westcliff
From AU$342 ppThe Westcliff is owned and operated by Four Seasons, the world-class company providing an outstanding assortment of hotels, resorts, private residences, and more, across five continents! We recommend Four Seasons The Westcliff to travellers seeking a…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Essential
••Franschhoek Country House
From AU$256 – AU$299 ppOriginally a perfumery dating back to 1890, the manor house has been restored and beautifully decorated. The garden is surrounded by vineyards. Although this hotel is extremely good and tends to have very good feedback from its guests, it is not one of our…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Essential
••Fugitives’ Drift Guest House
From AU$399 ppFugitives’ Drift Guest House is one of a quartet of properties located in Fugitives’ Drift, a 2,000-hectare Natural Heritage Site. It’s an excellent option for travellers with a keen interest in the history of the Anglo-Zulu War.
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Classic
••Fugitives’ Drift Lodge
From AU$783 ppFugitives’ Drift Lodge is perfect for travellers who have a keen interest in the history of the Anglo-Zulu War. It provides a peaceful base from which to explore the Battlefields region.
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Luxury
••Future Found Sanctuary
From AU$399 – AU$626 ppThis brand-new property slips straight into the luxury end of the market, with the knowledge that this is exactly where they belong. Brought to us by Newmark Hotels (who have some other excellent 5-star properties), Future Found Sanctuary is not just a…
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Luxury
••Grootbos Forest Lodge
From AU$1,408 – AU$1,480 ppIf you are looking for luxury accommodation and a wide range of land-, sea-, and sky-based activities in this spectacular part of the world, we highly recommend Grootbos Forest Lodge!
- South Africa
- Permanent lodge
- Luxury
••Grootbos Garden Lodge
From AU$1,408 – AU$1,394 ppGrootbos Garden Lodge is a superb stop-off on the Garden Route and a fantastic standalone destination too! Garden Lodge is set among well-kept gardens, featuring indigenous trees and plenty of fynbos.
Safari lodges and luxury beach resorts in South Africa
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