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Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
is
situated in the Southern portion of the 65,000-hectare Sabi Sand Game Reserve, an area
well known for its high concentration of wildlife through both the dry and wet seasons.
The Southern boundary is shared with the Kruger National Park along 10.5km of Sabie River
frontage with the wildlife moving freely across the river, between the two reserves. The
property's geographical location is an area of great diversity of both fauna and flora and
affords us unique activities based around the river system and surrounding area. Lion
Sands is situated in one of the most pristine wilderness areas in Southern Africa.
Lion
Sands Ivory Lodge
Location
The Lodge has been built on the banks of the
Sabie River with magnificent views, extending onto the open sand banks of the Kruger
National Park. The Lodge faces due South and is approximately 100 meters upstream of River
Lodge.
Suites
There are 6 ultra luxurious suites with en-suite bathroom,
outdoor & inside shower, courtyard, lounge with fireplace, wooden viewing deck, patio
& private plunge pool. The bedroom & bathroom area are air-conditioned and
overhead fans cool the bedrooms and lounges. All rooms have telephone and internet access.
The suites are 165 m2 in size and are positioned at least 20 meters apart, being linked to
all areas by raised wooden walkways. They all have breathtaking views over the Sabie
River, a setting where game viewing can be done from the luxury of one’s private
suite – Africa’s finest bedrooms!
Lodge
The entrance area is separate from the main lodge in order to
ensure that guests arriving and departing have no impact on other overnight guests. The
main and entrance area comprise a private lounge, wooden viewing decks, board room, wine
cellar, gymnasium & health spa, curio shop & both an indoor and open-air
(Boma)
dining area.
Experience
Ivory Lodge is about African Euro elegance, sophistication
yet simplicity, boldness yet balance, ebony & ivory, perfect harmony, exclusivity,
sensitivity & complete privacy.
Lion
Sands River Lodge
Location
The Lodge has been built on the banks of the
Sabie River. It faces due East catching the sun as it rises over the Kruger National Park
and is approximately 100 meters downstream of Ivory Lodge.
Rooms
There are 18 luxurious thatched bedrooms with en-suite bathroom,
outdoor & inside shower & wooden viewing deck. The bedroom area is air-conditioned
with an over-head fan. All rooms have mini-bar & telephone access. The rooms are
linked to all areas by raised wooden walkways.
Lodge
The lodge comprises the following: a private lounge and bar, 2
swimming pools, wooden viewing decks, a secluded bird hide, private hammocks, conference
room, gymnasium & health spa, curio shop & both an indoor and open-air
(Boma)
dining area.
Experience
River Lodge is the Soul of Lion Sands. Positioned on a site,
which has trees dating back almost 800 years, the lodge is about spirit, warmth, nature
& relaxation. It is hosted by a family of Staff that will make it feel like home from
home, relax, enjoy and get to experience African hospitality at its best
Lalamuka
Health Spa
"Lalamuka" means unwind in
Shangaan and that is exactly what it is all about. An array of body and facial treatments
are available to guests to assist in getting rid of those urban stresses.
Weddings
Where better to celebrate the union of two soul
mates than under an ancient Marula Tree on the banks of the meandering Sabie River? The
exclusive Lion Sands Private Game Reserve is able to tailor make a wedding celebration
which is completely unique and in true African custom. The couple will be able to pledge
their vows in the company of close friends, relatives and the African wilderness.
According to African tradition the local Shangaan Chief
will be there to give his blessing upon the newlywed couple. After the blessing all will
be invited to share in the wedding feast, prepared and served in the open savannah under
the illuminated Southern Sky. Singing and dancing will continue long into the night until
the morning star has risen in the east signifying the beginning of their new journey
together.
Honeymoons
A wooden platform has been constructed high
up in the top of an ancient Jackalberry tree. Amongst the branches, the most romantic bush
bedroom is set up to accommodate a couple for the night, with secure access and as many of
the room comforts as are practically possible. The guests are driven to the hide after
dinner and "settled" in for the night where after the ranger returns to the
lodge (15 minutes away) leaving the guests in complete privacy to spend a night under the
stars. An absolute must for visitors who come to Lion Sands!
Conferences
Lion Sands Private Game Reserve can
accommodate up to 40 delegates for a conference or executive meeting. Kindly contact us
for details.
Activities
The activities programme has been developed
to enhance the guest's safari experience by enabling the guest to tailor-make their stay
with us. The activities are all offered in a flexible and convenient environment. The
activities programme is uniquely exclusive to Lion Sands guests only. Activities Included
in the daily tariff are: Open Land Rover game drives; Bush Breakfasts; Bush Walks;
Fishing; Wildlife Lectures; Picnic lunches; Hippopotamus Tour; Bush Dinners; Astronomy and
Full-Moon Walks.
Additional Activities which are available but not included in the daily tariff are:
Private Land Rover hire (Exclusivity, Specialist Photography, Bird watching); Health Spa;
Clay pigeon Shooting; Sleep-out Hide. By Arrangement visits to: Kruger National Park
(KNP)
Golf Course; Helicopter flights to the Blyde River Canyon, Ballooning Safari, Hazyview and
a visit to a Cultural Village.
Wildlife
Characteristic Species include Lion, elephant,
white rhino, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, hyena, waterbuck, hippopotamus,
crocodile, wildebeest, kudu and other mammal and bird species.
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