Overview:
An exceptionally economical 4-day safari in Sabi Sands, South Africa. Enjoy a three-night stay at one of three exclusive lodges in the exclusive Sabi Sands Game Reserve, located within the Greater Kruger National Park.
This budget safari provides an unparalleled South African wildlife experience, ensuring cost-effective guests exceptional game watching at a remarkable value. Sabi Sands Game Reserve, one of South Africa’s premier private wildlife reserves, is famous for its Big 5 safaris and exceptional leopard observations. Engage in exhilarating morning, afternoon, and evening wildlife drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles, accompanied by expert safari guides, along with guided bush walks.
While most safaris in this exclusive private game reserve are not economical, this Sabi Sands Safari presents a selection of three hotels that provide exceptional value within the exclusive Sabi Sands Game Reserve.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg to Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
This four-day Sabi Sands Safari commences in the dynamic metropolis of Johannesburg, where you will be retrieved from the OR Tambo Bus Terminal at approximately 06:45 and depart for Sabi Sands Game Reserve, a premier safari locale in South Africa.
Upon arrival at Sabi Sands Game Reserve, we proceed to the safari lodge where we will reside for three nights. We arrive at our safari lodge in the prestigious Sabi Sands Game Reserve between 15:00 and 16:00. Following a brief repast, we commence our inaugural afternoon to evening game drive.
This exhilarating afternoon game drive endures approximately three to four hours, extending into the evening. Dinner will be provided upon our return from the 4×4 wildlife drive in Sabi Sands Reserve. Dinner is provided at your chosen lodge, either in the dining area or in the open-air boma, a picturesque location beneath the starry African skies.
Included meals: Evening meal
Concerning Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa
Sabi Sands Game Reserve, a 65,000-hectare private reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park, provides a more intimate safari experience compared to the primary Kruger National Park region. The management policy of Sabi Sand prioritizes wildlife conservation, with the primary purpose of monitoring habitat and wildlife concentrations. The promotion and maintenance of fauna and flora, together with the preservation of the area as a refuge for all indigenous wildlife, is a significant priority. The hunting of wildlife in Sabi Sands is prohibited.
The Sabi Sands Game Reserve has a 50 km unfenced border with Kruger National Park, facilitating the unrestricted migration of wildlife between these extensive protected regions. Predators are consistently nearby, and Sabi Sands is especially famous for its abundant huge felines, particularly its exceptional leopard observations. The likelihood of observing leopards in Sabi Sands is nearly assured, and safari vehicles often get within three to four meters of these remarkable carnivores, providing exceptional photographic possibilities.
The lodging at Sabi Sands is upscale and caters to the most discerning guest. Our Sabi Sands Safari is distinctive in providing budget-conscious travelers with an economical safari package that includes high-quality lodge accommodations within the Sabi Sands Game Reserve.
Days 2 and 3: Sabi Sands Safari – South Africa
On the second day of our Sabi Sands Safari, we rise early and enjoy a rejuvenating coffee before commencing our morning game drive.
Mornings provide an optimal opportunity for observing wildlife and avifauna in the bush, while morning game drives circumvent exposure to the sun during the peak heat of the day. Following our return from the gratifying morning game drive in Sabi Sands Game Reserve, food is provided. The remainder of the day is available for you to unwind at your comfy lodge, swim, indulge at the spa, and utilize the lodge amenities.
An thrilling bush walk with a skilled safari guide is also available after breakfast. Guided bush walks are led by armed safari guides, providing an opportunity to encounter Sabi Sand’s wildlife intimately. Visitors get intimate interactions in the woods and gain insights into the local wildlife and ecosystems from the expert guides.
In the afternoon, we venture back into the bush for a game drive, subsequently returning to the lodge for dinner in the evening. Day three adheres to a comparable schedule as the second day of the Sabi Sands Safari, featuring wildlife drives or bush walks, along with leisure time at the lodge.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Sabi Sand Game Reserve to Johannesburg, South Africa
Awaken to the untamed environment of Sabi Sands Game Reserve once more and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature while enjoying a fresh cup of coffee. Savor a substantial breakfast at your Sabi Sands resort while observing wildlife and avian species in the adjacent bush. You will be retrieved from the lodge and transported back to Hoedspruit for your return shuttle to Johannesburg. Upon returning to the city, you will be dropped off at OR Tambo International Airport between 17:00 and 18:00, marking the conclusion of our exhilarating Sabi Sands Safari. You may also transfer to our post-tour lodge to prolong your stay in Johannesburg.
Included meals: Morning repast
Concerning Sabi Sands Lodge Lodge A is situated in the northern region of Sabi Sands, adjacent to Kruger National Park. The unfenced border with Kruger allows for many species to roam freely throughout this expansive bush terrain. The lodge is constructed around a waterhole that attracts wildlife and provides exceptional game viewing opportunities. Knowledgeable and experienced rangers conduct open-vehicle game safaris twice daily.
The lodge accommodates a maximum of 26 people among thirteen apartments, each featuring en-suite facilities, an outdoor shower, and a private terrace. To ensure guests’ comfort, amenities include air-conditioning, mosquito netting, and a pristine pool for relaxation and cooling off. Guests can congregate in the lounge, partake in breakfast and lunch in the dining room, and dine around the campfire in the outdoor traditional African boma beneath the starry African skies. An African spa is available for guests to unwind and experience various treatments, and for those seeking retail therapy, a curio shop offers mementos from this safari excursion.
Concerning Sabi Sands Lodge B
Lodge B offers lodging in traditional rondavels situated inside a picturesque, planted garden in the northern region of Sabi Sand Game Reserve, next to Kruger National Park. The cozy lodge hosts a maximum of 24 guests, guaranteeing personalized service and a welcoming ambiance. Each rondavel is equipped with en-suite facilities, air conditioning, an overhead fan, and a sun deck. Breakfast and lunch are provided in the dining room, while evening is enjoyed in the boma around the campfire, beneath the stars for an authentic African experience. Pre-dinner beverages are available at the bar, and dinner is complemented by wine from the lodge’s extensive wine cellar. A swimming pool is situated next to a wooden viewing terrace that overlooks the waterhole, where wildlife gathers.
An adept game ranger and a local Shangaan tracker are eager to impart their profound knowledge and passion for the African bush; the pinnacle of your tour is the exhilaration of observing wildlife from the security of open vehicles. The four-wheel drive vehicles allow rangers to traverse off-road terrain, facilitating intimate encounters with wildlife and excellent photography prospects for tourists. This lodge is a comfortable establishment within an exclusive private game reserve, making it the perfect location for creating enduring memories.
Luxury Suites, including a Honeymoon Suite, are offered at the safari lodge for an extra fee.
Concerning Sabi Sands Lodge C
This exclusive lodge in the northern region of Sabi Sands hosts a maximum of 12 guests in elegantly designed, yet cozy thatched huts featuring en-suite amenities and a private balcony. Each chalet possesses a distinct decorative design. The thatched dining area provides a view of an open plain inhabited by wildlife, with dinner served around the campfire in the boma beneath the African sky. The premises have an infinity pool and a rock pool for relaxation, together with a well-stocked bar adjacent to the pool deck. Wine from the cellar is served for dinner, and souvenirs can be purchased at the lodge’s curio shop.
Wildlife viewing excursions occur bi-daily with a seasoned ranger, featuring intermissions for tea or coffee during the morning drive and sundowners at sunset during the evening drives. The expert rangers also escort tourists on an exhilarating trek through the bush.
Accommodation Before and After the Tour
We provide convenient pre- and post-tour lodge accommodations for the Sabi Sands Safari, available for addition to your trip booking upon request. The four-star lodge is situated 10 to 15 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. For additional information concerning rates, please follow the link.
Fly-in Safari Option in Sabi Sands
You have the opportunity to transition from road to plane transfers throughout this Sabi Sands Safari. The journey from Johannesburg to an airport near Sabi Sands will last 45 minutes to one hour. You will fly to the nearest airfield to your chosen lodge, where transportation will be provided to collect you. For flight reservations (at an additional charge), please reach out to African Budget Safaris.
Additional Safari Alternatives in Sabi Sands
Three-day safari in the Northern Sabi Sands, South Africa
Five-day Northern Sabi Sands Safari in South Africa
We additionally provide comparable lodging safaris to the Southern Sabi Sands Game Reserve:
Three-Day Southern Sabi Sands Safari
Four-Day Southern Sabi Sands Safari
Five-Day Southern Sabi Sands Safari