River Lodge

The public facilities of the River Lodge offer the discerning guest a safari lounge as well as a private lounge with bar and fireplace, 2 heated swimming pools, a River Island Deck and other viewing decks as well as a bird hide, a curio shop, an indoor and an open air Boma or dinning area and the Lalamuka Heath Spa and Gymnasium. The Lodge comprises of 18 bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms with bath, basin and indoor and outdoor shower facilities and a private viewing deck.

Suite Facilities:

• King size bed kitted out with mosquito netting
• En-suite bathroom with bath, basin as well as inside and outside shower
• Air-conditioning as well as overhead fans
• A mini-bar and safe for your valuable and a telephone

Ivory Lodge

Public facilities at Ivory Lodge offer the discerning guest a library lounge, wooden viewing decks, a wine cellar, a private bar with a fireplace a River Island Deck, a curio shop, a indoor and open air Boma or dining area and the Lalamuka Health Spa and Gymnasium. The Lodge is made up of 6 villas, each privately situated. Each villa has a separate living room, open plan en-suit bathroom, a heated swimming pool and an enclosure for a luxurious outdoor shower. Each villa is tastefully furnished in an ebony and ivory color scheme where modern meets old word in the decor.

Suite Facilities:

• King size bed kitted out with mosquito netting
• En-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and double basin, an inside and an outside shower
• Air-conditioning and an overhead fan
• A well stocked maxi-bar, safe for your valuables and a telephone
• Heated plunge pool

A typical Day at Lion Sands is as follows:

• 05.30  Early daybreak game drive
• 07.45  Refreshments served in the bush
• 09.00  Breakfast is served at the lodge
• 13.00  Lunch
• 16.00  Early evening game drive
• 17.30  Enjoy sundowner drinks in the bush
• 20.00  Dinner
• You may rest, relax and revel in the luxury of the Lodge at your leisure the rest of the day

A Unique Overnight Tree House Experience

You can only experience this once in a lifetime treat at Lion Sands. The Tree Houses are secure and completely private, situated 15 minutes from the Lodge. Each bush bedroom offers you accommodation for up to 2 guests. The rooms are kitted out with mattresses, linen, mosquito netting, a bedside table and a vanity table. Guests can either set out for the Tree Houses at dusk or after dinner. If setting out at dusk a delicious picnic dinner will be provided. You can either radio the Lodge for a pickup at daybreak or wait till the prearranged pickup time.

Chalkley Treehouse

Watch the sun set over the African plains and greet the stars as your canopy for the evening in the Tree House constructed around a Leadwood tree that will whisper it�s 500 year old secrets to you as you sleep.
Tree House stays are limited to a maximum of 2 people and a Surcharge above your accommodation fees is charged for this experience.

Where is it?

Lion Sands is situated adjacent to the Kruger national Park, on the banks of the Sabi Sands river. The Lion Sands Private Game Reserve is situated inside the greater Sabi Sands Game Reserve in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa.

What will we do?

• A safari Land Rover will take you for 2 daily game drives at dawn and dusk
• A ranger will accompany you on bush walks
• You will be able to indulge you love for the stars with astronomy
• You will be taken on a Hippo Tour
• You will be able to experience untamed Africa finely blended with fine elegance in a luxury Tree House
• Relax in the luxury of the camps while enjoying the beauty of Africa

When is the best time to do it?

Safaris are an all year round activity, but for game spotting the winter months of April to October offer the best experiences as game is more active and more easily spotted.

What do we need to bring for Game Safaris?

• Clothing suitable for a safari experience and the season in South Africa
• Sunglasses to protect your eyes from glare and a cap or hat to do the same for your face, A high SPF sunscreen and hat
• Binoculars for spotting game and a camera to capture all your safari memories
• A torch and mosquito repellant

What else do I need to know?

• It is advisable to consult your doctor even though Lion Sands falls in a low risk malaria region.
• Chauffeured transfers as well as air transfers from regional airports.

Children Policy: Lion Sands is not suitable for children under the age of 12 years.