Arathusa Safari Lodge
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Within the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Arathusa Safari Lodge is an owner-operated safari camp with thatched luxury suites designed to blend in with the adjacent bush and waterhole. The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is a 65,000 hectare (160,618 acre) wildlife sanctuary and enjoys one of the most bio-diverse wildlife populations in Africa. It has only ever been a wilderness area and is home to a vast wildlife population, including The Big Five, and a number of endangered species too. Flanking the Kruger National Park, animals pass unhindered between the reserves.
Take a swim in the infinity swimming pool overlooking the waterhole or enjoy a meal under the stars at the traditional open-air boma (brick & grass enclosed dining area). Each room has a veranda, en-suite bathroom, mini bar (stocked with a selection of beverages), electronic safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, mosquito net and tea/coffee making facilities. To promote a more traditional safari experience, there are no telephones or televisions in the rooms (though guests may make calls or send e-mails from the reception area). All meals and game drives in small safari vehicles are included with the lodge.
This trip can be tailored to accommodate your schedule and any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you.
Additional information on this trip:
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Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Visited Cities:
Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Day 1
Flight from Cape Town to Kruger Mpumalanga airport. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your game lodge. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2
First Safari Day:
Open safari vehicles with seating for up to 6 visitors head out into the wild under the expert guidance of experienced rangers and insightful trackers.
Guests are able to get in close contact with Africa's most exciting wildlife species, and are presented with unparalleled photographic opportunities.
Early morning game drive heads out as the sun rises and as the bush stirs to life. The ranger and tracker teams search for animals by tracking their spoor and listening for the tell-tale signs of activity.
The middle of the day is free to relax at the hotel. You may continue your wildlife viewing right at camp and watch the herds of buffalo, antelope and elephants that often congrate by the watering hole.
Late afternoon game drive commences as the sun burns its way towards the horizon. The animals are now getting more active, many preparing for the great hunt after dark. After sundown, the drive continues with the aid of powerful spotlights which reveal nocturnal species in another world.
On average, approximately 6 hours of game drives per day.
Day 3
Another Safari day starting with morning game drive, followed by free time and late afternoon game drive. Each day will differ in the animals that may be near or ask your tracker to search out animals which you may have not seen yet. Approximately 14 leopards frequent the area around Arathusa, 6 of which are regular enough to be recognizable (including a female named “Safari”, often seen around camp).
Day 4
Last Safari day and last chance to see these remarkable animals in the wild. One never knows what amazing moment you will observe. Over 90% of Arathusa guests witness the Big Five: lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino. A bird lover’s paradise, there are many rare bird species in the vicinity as well as abundant “lowveld” game including giraffe, zebra, warthog, impala and more.
Day 5
After your morning activity and breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cape Town or continue with the Yampu Tours add-on of your choice.
Suggested Hotels by City and Category *
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Sabi Sands Game Reserve
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| 4-star |
Arathusa Lodge |
* Subject to confirmation at time of booking
5 days , from £1971
| Occupancy Type |
4-Star |
| Double | £1971 |
| Single | £3567 |
Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).
- Big Five animals (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) may be viewed all year round.
- Visitors to South Africa for tourism, short business meetings, or those in transit do not require visas for stays of up to 90 days.
- Travelers entering South Africa from WHO-designated yellow fever countries are required to present their current and valid “International Certificate of Vaccination as approved by the World Health Organization (WHO)” (commonly called a “yellow card”) or statement of medical exemption (also located on the same yellow card). Additionally, South Africa treats Zambia and Tanzania as yellow fever countries. This requirement is imposed on travelers flying to South Africa via yellow fever countries, even when transiting passengers are required to stay on board the plane, or if the plane makes an unscheduled landing in a yellow fever country. As a precaution, all travelers to South Africa should carry their original yellow card.
- While most of South Africa is malaria-free, malaria risk exists throughout the year in rural low-altitude areas of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, including Kruger National Park and neighboring game reserves. Risk also exists in the coastal lowlands of KwaZulu-Natal north of the Tugela River (including in Zululand, but excluding urban areas of Richards Bay). In all risk areas, risk is much lower from June to September.
South Africa
Arathusa Lodge & Elephants
Room at Arathusa Lodge
Leopards
