About the Lodge

Londolozi Private Game Reserve is a 14 000-hectare (34 580 acres) exclusive safari destination situated in the heart of the famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve on the western border of the Kruger National Park in South Africa. Meaning “protector of all living things” in Zulu, Londolozi is renowned for its progressive ecotourism practices, and is one of the most sought-after safari destinations in Africa.
Managed and operated by CC Africa, Londolozi was established as a family bush camp in 1926 by the Varty and Taylor families whose friendship and collaboration continues today. Londolozi has earned an international reputation for its unmatched African wildlife experience, personalised service, superb safari accommodation and excellent relationships with its neighbouring communities – commended as such by Nelson Mandela, who visited the Reserve shortly after his release from prison.

Lodge Specs

* Five exclusive lodges
* Interpretive Big Five safaris
* Best leopard viewing in Africa
* Day and night safaris to see African wildlife
* Sabi Sand Game Reserve
* Winner of prestigious ecotourism awards
* Near the Kruger National Park
* Relais & Chateaux member

Classic Safari Accommodation

Londolozi’s four private camps and intimate Safari Lodge offer world-class sophistication and style in the African bush.

Pioneer Camp

Elegant safari accommodation: This classic colonial-style safari camp is situated on a gentle rise affording breathtaking views of the bushveld and African wildlife.

* Three exclusive suites and three river-view chalets
* Air-conditioning
* Luxurious en suite bathrooms
* Outdoor showers in the African bush
* Intimate guest areas
* Lap pool

Set in a secluded bush location, each suite has a stylish bedroom/ living room with fireplace and personal bar, romantic bath set into the curved bay windows, and a private veranda and sala (outdoor covered deck). The thatched chalets boast beautiful riverside views from spacious bedrooms and private verandas.

Comfortable living areas feature antiques and welcoming sofas and armchairs. An interactive kitchen is open to the indoor and deck dining areas, and delicious Pan-African cuisine is prepared before your eyes. Elaborate lamp- and fire-lit dinners are enjoyed in the intimate boma (outdoor dining area), or in the African wilderness.

Founders Camp

Intimate safari camp – Situated in a dense riverine forest overlooking the Sand River, this charming safari camp offers breathtaking views of the bushveld and African wildlife.

* Five safari chalets and one suite
* All with expansive river views
* Air-conditioning
* Luxurious en suite bathrooms
* Thatched game viewing deck
* Lovely riverside pool

Founders Camp comprises comfortable sitting areas which lead to an elevated wooden walkway ending in a relaxing game viewing deck – perfect for watching herds of waterbuck grazing on the riverbank. Each chalet and suite features a beautiful glass-walled bathroom with enticing wilderness views. A sparkling swimming pool is contoured to complement the curves of the Sand River.

Delicious Pan-African cuisine is served in the boma (outdoor dining area), or on the dining deck overlooking the river. Londolozi is renowned for wonderful bush banqueting in scenic wilderness settings.

Bateleur Camp

Historic safari camp – One of Africa’s best-loved lodges, this elegant safari camp reflects Londolozi’s rich history, ensuring a unique and interpretive safari experience.

* Eight chalets and four suites
* Air-conditioning
* Plunge pools and leisure decks
* Great vaulted guest areas
* African craft gallery and interpretive centre
* Large camp swimming pool
* Wine cellar

Characterised by classic safari ambience, Bateleur Camp’s suites, chalets and impressive guest areas afford remarkable views of the Sand River. The main deck is the perfect setting for delicious breakfasts and lunches, and dinners of Pan-African cuisine are enjoyed in the dramatic boma (outdoor dining area) illuminated by dozens of lanterns.

Comfortable guest areas showcase Londolozi’s remarkable history with photographs from its early days as a rustic bushcamp. Built in 1926, four original rondavels now house a wine cellar, an early bedroom, a library and an Internet/information room and presentation area, where you may learn more about Londolozi’s role in conservation development in Africa.

Londolozi Tree Camp

Romantic safari camp – Surrounded by huge shady trees, this small and exclusive safari destination offers the height of sophistication and romance in spectacular African wilderness surrounds.

* Six intimate suites
* Air-conditioning
* En suite bathroom and outdoor shower
* Private plunge pool and relaxing sala
* Spectacular game viewing dining deck
* Large sparkling swimming pool

Tree Camp’s exclusive suites feature luxurious bathrooms with large baths set in a stone base, pebble-inlaid floors and standing candelabras. Each suite has its own private oasis – a plunge pool and sala (outdoor covered deck) overlooking the lush banks of the Sand River.

Spacious living areas are furnished in classic African safari style, and lead out to a generous wooden deck shaded by an ancient ebony tree. Elegant candlelit dinners of Pan-African cuisine are served in the boma (outdoor dining area), or enjoyed in a spectacular bush setting.

Londolozi Safari Lodge

Exclusive safari hideaway – Known as Londolozi’s ‘best-kept secret’, this small and intimate lodge is set on the banks of the Msuthu River.

* Six air-conditioned chalets
* Luxurious en suite bathrooms
* Indoor and outdoor showers
* Private Big Five game viewing deck
* Sparkling swimming pool
* African craft shop

Safari Lodge offers an unforgettable African safari with the ambience of a family camp and friendly, attentive staff. Each chalet has a private thatched veranda overlooking the riverbed – perfect for viewing game and birds in the surrounding African wilderness.

A gracious sitting area leads to the dining deck where delicious Pan-African cuisine is served. Dramatic dinners are often served in the dry riverbed, or enjoyed in the boma (outdoor dining area). Londolozi is renowned for exceptional bush banqueting in beautiful wilderness settings.