Lion Sands River Lodge

Safari Lodge | Sabi Sand | South Africa Lion Sands River Lodge is set on the banks of the Sabie River. The lodge overlooks the Kruger National Park to the east, with only the river separating the two areas.

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Lion Sands River Lodge

Updated on the 13th of June 2024.

Overview

The area offers exceptional game viewing, with the Big Five and many other mammal species frequently spotted.

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From: POA

Rating | Luxury

Highlights & What to Expect

Environmental visionaries have conserved this wilderness area for more than a century.
River Lodge commands a tremendous natural setting with grand bush views.
The lodge is family-run, and you can expect exceptional service levels.
Safari drives are conducted shortly after the crack of dawn and again during the late afternoon, extending into the first hours of darkness.
Short wilderness explorations on foot are available after breakfast each day.
Sleep in the bush in one of the treehouses at Lion Sands for a truly unforgettable South African safari adventure.

Location & Setting

River Lodge is on the privately-owned Lion Sands Private Game Reserve, part of Sabi Sand and the Greater Kruger National Park. The lodge is built on the western bank of the Sabie River amongst ancient riverine trees. It is only 25 minutes from Skukuza Airport and is reached via Shaws Gate, the most southerly of the Sabi Sand entry gates.

Rooms

Guests are accommodated in twenty luxury rooms set under thatch, each with great views of the surrounding bush. The air-conditioned units are well-appointed with en suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, coffee/tea facilities, and minibars. The rooms are decorated in cream and beige, complementing the bushveld colors. When relaxing in the camp, the rooms offer guests a viewing deck to observe the animal and bird life.

Facilities

The lodge features a dining room, library, lounge areas, and a bar. Guests can enjoy a variety of cocktails in the private bar area or the fresh air in the outdoor safari lounge. The climate-controlled pools ensure a cool summertime reprieve and a warm winter lull. River Lodge offers the perfect escape for your luxury safari in South Africa. All suites are connected to the main lodge by wooden walkways raised from the ground.