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Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

Glance

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At a Glance

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  • Big 5 safari

  • Romantic location

  • Children’s program

  • Spa, gym & creative lab facilities

  • Chalkley & Kingston Treehouses

  • Private plunge pool

Africa has been called the greatest show on earth, and Lion Sands presents a safari that plays out like a highlights reel. Lion Sands reserve conserves 5 000ha (12 500ac) of a habitat that is home to the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere. You will see all of Africa’s iconic species – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo, and zebra – along with a supporting cast of no less intriguing 137 mammal species and over 450 varieties of bird. These safaris present an adventure that is wild, and then some!

 

The Treehouses at Lion Sands set you in the middle of big landscapes, globed by even bigger skies, their lights twinkling down to the horizon. Below, the stillness is punctuated by animals’ whistles, huffs, and growls… carried on the wind.

 

There are few such experiences left on earth that capture the romance of the untamed and and untainted. This is not simply a sleep out – this is an adventure with Africa, one-on-one.

Rooms

Rooms

Your private lounge, patio, deck and plunge pool invite easy relaxation, while a dedicated team of staff are around to take care or your every whim and fancy.

 

Here, everything is included – from your champagne of choice stocked in the mini bar, to your favourite shirt, washed and pressed – creating a highly-personalised experience of a safari, your way.

Facilities

Facilities

Wooden walkways lead off to a spa, gym and pool, and back to the main lodge, where the deck’s connected water features give the impression of floating on the river. Whether you enjoy your time together socially or quietly in the bar, restaurant, gallery or firepit lounge, the running theme here is luxury living.

 

The Mack & Madi kids’ programme surprises and delights young explorers – and keeps them out of mischief.

Activities

Activities

Being entirely private, Lion Sands offers you an intimate safari experience. With only six guests to a game viewer and exclusive traversing on our reserve, you’ll have minimal encounters with other people. Though compelling sightings do attract more attention, the number of vehicles here is also limited. This ensures the animals aren’t put under stress and you are able to spend more time with them, observing their natural behaviour.

 

While you are out exploring, you will by no means be roughing it. Your game viewer has cushioned bucket seats, waterproof device holders, blankets and ponchos – and stops off in a scenic spot for drinks and snacks.

Gallery

Gallery

Facts

Facts

No. Rooms

8

Children

10 years and over

Childminding

At additional cost

Twin Beds

Available

Triples

No

Private Pool

Yes

Lodge Pool

No

Air-Conditioning

Yes

Room Fan

Yes

Indoor Shower

Yes

Outdoor Shower

Yes

Bath

Yes

In-Room Safe

Yes

In-Room Fireplace

Yes

In-Room TV

No

In-Room Massage

Yes

Spa

Yes

What's included:

  • Accommodation in a Villa

  • All meals

  • Teas/coffees

  • Maxi-bar in room

  • Selected premium brand beers, spirits, cellar wines and champagnes

  • Laundry

  • Two game drives daily with FGASA-accredited field guide and tracker

  • Game drive refreshments and snacks

  • Specified inclusive safari activities

  • Skukuza Airport transfers

  • Wi-Fi

 

Specialist activities included: Game drives; bush walks; hippo experience; stargazing; wildlife lectures; bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and bush dinners; Henna Pre-School visit (excludes weekends, school holidays and public holidays)

Gym Equipment

Yes

Personal Bar

Yes

Telephone

Yes

Hairdryer

Yes

Laundry

Included

Check In / Check Out

13h00 / 11h00

Wheelchair Access

No

Power

220v AC

Internet Access

Yes

Credit Cards

Visa, Mastercard, Diners, AMEX

Malaria Area

Yes

Airstrip

Yes

Sleep Out Platform

Yes

Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle

Depending on availability/extra cost

Land Based Activities

Game Drives, Bush Walks, Cultural Experience

Water Based Activities

N/a

Optional Activities

Sleep Out Experience, Scenic Flights, Golfing

What's not included:

  • Cigars and cigarettes

  • All flights and transfers (other than Skukuza Airport transfer)

  • Gratuities

  • Telephone calls

  • Boutique purchases

  • Spa treatments

  • Sabi Sand entrance fee and guest conservation contribution

  • Any extras will be for the guests account

 

Specialist activities excluded: Treehouse experiences; private open safari vehicle hire; helicopter flights; golfing

Map

Map

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