Lion Sands River Lodge

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Lion Sands River Lodge

Premier Lodge with Riverfront Views & Big Five Safaris

Set on the banks of the Sabie River, Lion Sands River Lodge offers unparalleled wildlife viewing in the heart of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. With luxury accommodations, stunning views, and personalized safari experiences, it’s the ideal location for guests seeking a front-row seat to Africa’s Big Five and unrivaled service.

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From: POA

Rating | Luxury

Highlights & What to Expect

Located along the Sabie River, with breathtaking views into Kruger National Park.
Game drives led by expert rangers in custom open 4X4 vehicles for the best wildlife encounters.
Relax in 20 luxurious rooms with private decks and direct access to the river.
Wellness and leisure at the River Lodge’s spa and pool areas, with beautiful river views.
Experience star-lit dinners, bush walks, and private, intimate safaris.

Location & Setting

Positioned on the western bank of the Sabie River, Lion Sands River Lodge offers sweeping views into Kruger National Park. Just 25 minutes from Skukuza Airport, the lodge’s idyllic setting is enriched by its proximity to one of South Africa's most famous wildlife reserves. The river, with its varied wildlife, separates the lodge from Kruger, providing excellent game viewing right from the lodge’s private decks.

Rooms

The lodge features eighteen luxury rooms and suites under thatch, categorized into three types. The inventory includes eight Luxury Rooms and six Superior Luxury Rooms. Importantly, the most secluded units, the four River Suites, are positioned further from the main lodge and include private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and expansive river-view decks. All accommodations are air-conditioned, elegantly appointed, and offer private viewing decks overlooking the river or bushveld.

Facilities

The main lodge features a dining room, lounge, and bar area that seamlessly lead to expansive viewing decks overlooking the Sabie River. Raised walkways connect the rooms to the main lodge, ensuring privacy and excellent river views. Guests can relax in the climate-controlled pool or enjoy soothing treatments at the spa. A library and well-equipped gym complete the leisure options.