Notten's Bush Camp

Notten’s lies in the sought-after southern sector of the Sabi Sand, sharing unfenced boundaries with Kruger and benefiting from free-roaming wildlife. The landscape blends open clearings, knob-thorn and marula woodland and productive riverine zones, supporting regular Big Five sightings. Days follow a relaxed cadence—early-morning and late-afternoon drives, unhurried middays and golden-hour sunsets—while the clear Lowveld night sky invites memorable stargazing. Access is straightforward via Skukuza or Hoedspruit with a short road transfer to camp. The setting feels remote yet welcoming, with panoramic bush views from decks and the pool area and frequent wildlife activity around nearby waterholes.

The camp comprises nine private suites with open-plan bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms; several feature outdoor showers or bush-facing bathtubs. True to the lodge’s ethos, suites are lit by candles and paraffin lamps at night, preserving a calm, old-world safari atmosphere, with charging points provided for essentials. Personal verandas offer peaceful vantage points for birds and passing game, and the spacing between suites ensures privacy. Furnishings emphasize comfort and natural textures, creating a restful base between activities for couples, friends or families who value character and connection to the bush over high-tech trappings.

Central areas include a comfortable lounge and bar, shaded indoor–outdoor dining and a characterful boma for candlelit dinners under the stars. A rock-rimmed swimming pool offers a cool pause in the heat of the day, while the small Nature Spa provides soothing treatments for tired safari muscles. Limited Wi-Fi is available in a designated reception area to keep the focus on nature without cutting you off entirely. Friendly, long-tenured staff coordinate activities and meals with warm, unobtrusive service that lets the wild setting and wildlife encounters take center stage throughout your stay.