Luxury South Africa Safari Lodges & Hotels

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Auberge Clermont is an excellent option if you are looking for B&B accommodation in The Winelands. It is one of those properties that simply oozes charm.

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Founded in 1685, just five years ago Boschendal had fallen into disrepair, but thankfully a period of reliable investment saw the farm recover, and thrive. Various rates packages are available, so please contact a member of the YZ team for further details.…

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We don't often recommend large hotels as we tend to prefer smaller, more personal properties, however we make an exception for Cathedral Peak Hotel as it is in such a fabulous setting and offers so many different activities.

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Formerly Cheetah Plains Lodge, Cheetah Plains recently rebuilt (2018) and re-opened on 15th December 2018. The property is privately owned and run. Each house sleeps a minimum of four and a maximum of eight travelers, and every party is looked after by a…

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Built on the edge of a trout dam, Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse has fantastic views of the lake and mountains. It is owned by Richard and Mouse Poynton, whose family have been coming here on vacation for three generations.

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It is well worth upgrading to North Room or Ocean Suite, as guests have spotted whales from these rooms. Cliff Lodge is well known for its outstanding service – the owners Gideon and Gill, with their manager Nico, will make sure you have an amazing stay here.

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Emily Moon River Lodge is very different from most other places to stay on the Garden Route with a definite character of its own. Originally built in the style of the safari lodge by a ‘great white hunter’ for his soon-to-be bride, Emily Moon, it has kept its…

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The Villa is the most luxurious of three properties situated within Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. It is also the most exclusive, available for the sole use of a group of up to 12 adults and boasting a full team of staff. The Villa adjoins Garden Lodge,…

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Hacklewood Hill is privately owned and run. Formerly the home of a young doctor and his family, today it’s one of a very small number of Victorian manor houses still standing in Port Elizabeth and an elegant option for a stopover or longer stay. Its…

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We feel Isandlwana Lodge is a great-value option for a stay in this region of KwaZulu-Natal, but there are some better options that we would recommend for a more luxurious stay. Contact our team of experts for more advice.

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Situated in the west region of the Kariega Game Reserve, and booked on an exclusive basis, it is ideal for a large family or group of friends. Guests have their own private ranger and chef, so there is plenty of flexibility when it comes to activities and…

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Fort more closely resembles Melton, and as such it’s perfect for travelers seeking a contemporary-style safari lodge. Accommodation is booked on a full-board basis, including all meals, a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks, twice-daily game drives, nature…

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It’s a superb base from which to explore the reserve! If you’re looking for an older-style property, we recommend Uplands Homestead, which is slightly smaller too. Accommodation at Melton is booked on a full-board basis, including all meals, a selection of…

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Kwandwe Uplands Homestead was constructed in 1905. Since then the property has been restored, but it maintains all the charm associated with the original building. Safarists seeking something more modern could consider Kwandwe’s Melton Manor. Accommodation…

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La Clé is an excellent option for travelers looking for deluxe accommodation in the Franschhoek area. La Clé comprises both a country lodge and four villas.

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Whether you are stopping off for a couple of days in Oudtshoorn or for a longer vacation, we thoroughly recommend a stay here! With accommodation ranging from sumptuous rooms to a self-catering villa, it is suitable for solos, couples, groups, and families.…