Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Experience a luxurious safari experience at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge where the villas are spacious and private. The decor is modern in design and each enjoys breath-taking views over the Sabie River, where you can view game from your own private deck.

If you can tear yourself away from your villa, accompany a ranger and tracker on a bush walk or go 'Big Five' spotting in a 4x4. Ivory Lodge's fleet of vehicles come complete with binoculars, wildlife books and beanbags for steadying cameras. Private dining can be arranged in the comfort of your suite or at the indoor or outdoor dining areas. Enjoy a treatment in the Lalamuka Health Spa – 'lalamuka' means unwind in Shangaan – or overlooking the Sabie River for an experience you'll never forget.

Why we like it

• Set on the banks of the Sabie River, a stay at Ivory Lodge is the ultimate in private safari experiences
• Only six one-bedroom villas
• Each air-conditioned suite has an en-suite bathroom, outdoor and indoor shower, courtyard, lounge with fireplace, wooden viewing deck, patio and private plunge pool
• Activities include morning or late afternoon/early evening game drives