4 Day Southern Sabi Sands Game Reserve Safari – South Africa
Concise Itinerary Summary
This 4-Day Southern Sabi Sands Game Reserve Safari offers a real South African experience in the bushveld, featuring spacious lodges with en-suite facilities and superior amenities. Adventure in the wild safaris has curated these tiny safari camps for offering optimal value lodging in Sabi Sands Game Reserve. The camps include observation decks, pristine pools, and fully stocked bars, with one featuring a wine cellar and spa amenities. The meal is presented beneath the celestial canopy, within a traditional boma surrounding the bonfire. Guests participate in daily wildlife observation excursions in open 4×4 safari vehicles and traverse the African bush accompanied by a knowledgeable, armed ranger.
Sabi Sands Private Reserve has unfenced boundaries with Kruger National Park, enabling wildlife to traverse this untamed terrain freely. The Greater Kruger reserve is renowned for frequent leopard sightings and has the Big 5, along with a variety of other wildlife and avian species, rendering it a highly coveted location.
Comprehensive itinerary – 4 Day Southern Sabi Sands Game Reserve Safari
Day 1: Johannesburg to Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa
The Southern Sabi Sands Safari commences with collecting from the OR Tambo Terminal Building in Johannesburg at approximately 06:45, proceeding to Hazyview in the Mpumalanga Lowveld. We proceed to our campsite in Sabi Sands Game Reserve, anticipating our initial wildlife encounters.
A snack is available before we depart for a twilight game drive in Sabi Sands. Entering the private concession area in an open 4×4 safari vehicle, we encounter the sights, sounds, and aromas of the African bushveld intimately. Your knowledgeable guide identifies local fauna and highlights intriguing aspects of the natural surroundings. We may observe several significant game species, including Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, buffalo, and elephant), as well as a diverse array of avian species.
Following our twilight wildlife drive, we return to camp for a substantial meal and leisure time to relax in the lounge and bar, or around the crackling campfire.
Included meals: Dinner
Days 2-3: Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa
The subsequent two days adhere to a similar pattern, however each day on the bushveld is distinct. We embarked on a morning wildlife viewing excursion at dawn, as the animals commenced their activities. They seek sustenance and hydration prior to the onset of excessive heat; therefore, remain vigilant with cameras and binoculars prepared as we traverse this ideal Big Five habitat, in pursuit of animal and avian species.
Your knowledgeable guide provides insights into the extraordinary flora and animals of Sabi, highlighting the intriguing aspects of this unique wilderness. Probable observations encompass giraffes, zebras, antelopes, elephants, buffalo, and several avian species, with particular emphasis on the huge felines, especially leopards, for which this region is renowned.
Following a gratifying two to three hours of wildlife observation, we proceed to camp for breakfast, which is provided in the dining room with a view of the plains. Our ranger will now lead tourists on a bush/nature walk, showcasing his extensive knowledge of the flora, fauna, and the indicators left by animals that reveal their activity. Adrenaline levels are elevated during this stroll, as the unknown awaits around each corner. At this point, everyone is prepared for rest and relaxation; thus, consider taking a nap, immersing yourself in the shimmering pool, basking in the sun, or visiting the spa for indulgence.
A leisurely meal is provided in the early afternoon, followed by preparations for a sunset wildlife viewing excursion. We halt our adventure to savor sundowners as the sun descends, and upon the onset of darkness, we proceed back to camp. The safari vehicle’s floodlight traverses the terrain, intermittently illuminating the eyes of nocturnal animals awakened from their diurnal slumber.
Upon returning to camp, there is an opportunity for pre-dinner beverages at the bar or around the campfire, followed by supper served in the boma. We unwind beneath the starry African skies, listening to our fellow travelers recount their day’s exploits or sharing our own adventure narratives.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Sabi Sands Game Reserve to Johannesburg, South Africa
This morning, we rose early and ventured into the private concession area for a final game drive. Traversing the untamed forests and savannahs, your knowledgeable guide seeks wildlife and highlights notable features. Relish your final moments in the African bushveld amidst unrestrained nature.
Following our game drive in the concession area, we will return to camp to await our shuttle, expected to arrive at approximately 10:00, for the journey back to Johannesburg. Owing to time limitations, we may receive a packed breakfast, and it is recommended to leave your bags at reception prior to the game drive for a swift departure when the shuttle arrives. We return to Johannesburg between 17:00 and 18:00.
Included meals: Breakfast
Concerning Sabi Sands Lodge A
This acclaimed, family-operated lodge is among the inaugural establishments in the southern region of the prestigious Sabi Sands Game Reserve, recognized for its hospitality and exemplary service. Each private apartment is tastefully designed, expansive, and ventilated by ceiling fans. The suites are illuminated by candlelight and lanterns instead of electricity, creating a lovely ambiance. Delight in candlelit baths, massages, and enchanting evenings by roaring fireplaces. This exclusive camp features only nine suites, each equipped with en-suite amenities and a separate observation terrace. The open-plan lounge and dining space, featuring a well-stocked bar and wine cellar, extends to a viewing balcony that views the expansive plains and a waterhole. Additional amenities comprise a 20-meter lap pool, a spa featuring both indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, a plunge pool, and a traditional boma, where guests convene in the evening for meals around the campfire beneath Africa’s starry skies.
This private game lodge offers magnificent panoramic views, making it an ideal location for tranquility and leisure while observing wildlife.
Concerning Sabi Sands Lodge B
Located in southern Sabi Sands, Lodge B has been recently renovated, featuring individually and elegantly decorated cabins with en-suite amenities, including both indoor and outdoor showers. Each cottage features a separate deck for serene wildlife observation. The camp features a glistening pool situated in a picturesque, wooded environment, along with a fully-equipped, air-conditioned gym. The open boma is a favored location for guests to dine around the campfire in the evenings. For retail therapy, there exists a store replete with intriguing curiosities and essential necessities, including shampoo and toothpaste.
Numerous observation platforms are available at the camp for guests to observe wildlife throughout the day. A dam is situated just across from the lodge, featuring a submerged hide for guests desiring proximity to wildlife. This genuine African camp, featuring hospitable staff, is an optimal location for an amazing safari experience.