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  • 7 Comfortable Luxurious Suites
  • Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • True African Big Five Safari
  • Highly Popular & Excellently Rated

Step back in time and into romance at Sabi Sabi Selati Lodge — an intimate retreat steeped in the golden age of African exploration.

Nestled within the private Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, bordering the legendary Kruger National Park, Selati Lodge is a true original — a rare blend of history, charm, and quiet opulence.

By night, Selati glows not with electricity, but with atmosphere.

Flickering oil lamps, lanterns, and roaring fires cast a warm, golden light, creating an ambiance that is both nostalgic and deeply intimate.

It’s the kind of place where time slows down, stories unfold over candlelight, and the sounds of the bush become part of the soundtrack to your stay.

With just  seven thatched suites, Selati Lodge promises seclusion, serenity, and personalized luxury.

Each suite is a sanctuary, thoughtfully appointed with classic elegance and rich textures — from fine linens and claw-footed bathtubs to outdoor showers and private verandas that open into the wild.

For those seeking something extraordinary, choose from a selection of bespoke accommodations:

  • Luxury Suites, each with its own character and charm

  • A beautifully appointed Honeymoon Suite, where romance is woven into every detail

  • And the opulent Presidential Suite, an exclusive escape for those craving indulgence in the heart of the bush

Selati Lodge is more than a safari — it’s a love letter to Africa’s past, and a truly unforgettable way to experience the wild.

Whether you're toasting under the stars, waking to the call of a distant lion, or simply soaking in the stillness, every moment here feels like it belongs to another time — and completely, entirely to you.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Situated in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
  • Luxury en-suite accommodation
  • Unique historic explorer-style camp
  • Ideal for honeymooners
  • Unique 1920s railway dining carriage

Facilities

General

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Wine cellar
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Pool
  • Boma
  • Spa
  • Barbeque & Braai Area
  • Secure Parking
  • Mobile Connectivity

Activities

The game viewing in the Sabi Sands is world-class, and with the help of your local tracker and experienced ranger, you have an excellent chance of seeing all the Big Five plus rare predators such as cheetah and wild dog.

Morning and late afternoon game drives take advantage of the times when animals are most active, and you will return to camp after sunset drinks via a spotlit drive in search of Africa’s fascinating nocturnal creatures.

A day at Sabi Sabi Selati Camp could be as follows (depending on the season): early in the morning a soft tap on your door will wake you up and morning tea is ready for you.

At around six in the morning, the morning safari starts - This thrilling event will take around three hours.

A walking safari will follow, which offers you discussing time with the ranger, who can you give you all the information you need.

  • Bush walks
  • Starlight Bush Dinner
  • Birdwatching
  • Game Drives
  • Stargazing
  • Authentic Shangaan Community Tours
  • Drive Walking
  • Photographic safaris

Reviews

Rooms

Room type Features Rates
Luxury Suite
Luxury Suite
Luxury Suite

Available: 5 Suites

Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

Check-in: From 12:00 PM

Check-out: To 10:30 AM

Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fan
  • En-Suite
  • Outside Shower
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Hair Dryer
  • Mini Bar
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Lounge Area
  • Laundry Service
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Safe
  • More

    FROM $1553

    TO $1985

    Per person per night sharing

    Enquire Now What's Included
    Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite
    Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite
    Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite

    Available: 1 Suite

    Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

    Check-in: From 12:00 PM

    Check-out: To 10:30 AM

    Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fan
  • En-Suite
  • Outside Shower
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Hair Dryer
  • Mini Bar
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Lounge Area
  • Laundry Service
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Safe
  • More

    FROM $1643

    TO $1852

    Per person per night sharing

    Enquire Now What's Included
    Ivory Presidential Suite
    Ivory Presidential Suite
    Ivory Presidential Suite

    Available: 1 Suite

    Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

    Check-in: From 12:00 PM

    Check-out: To 10:30 AM

    Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fan
  • En-Suite
  • Outside Shower
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Hair Dryer
  • Mini Bar
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Laundry Service
  • Lounge Area
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Heater
  • Safe
  • More

    FROM $2150

    TO $2748

    Per person per night sharing

    Enquire Now What's Included

    Rates

    Rate Conditions
    • All current and relevant rates apply – simply book four nights and get one free.
    • excluding peak period 20th December - 5th January
    Dates Rate
    01 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 From R26 000 per person per night
    01 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 From R28 900 per person per night

    Low Season

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    01 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 Luxury Suite Per person per night sharing From $1553
    01 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 Luxury Suite Per person per night sharing From $1726
    01 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite Per person per night sharing From $1643
    01 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite Per person per night sharing From $1852
    01 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 Ivory Presidential Suite Per person per night sharing From $2150
    01 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 Ivory Presidential Suite Per person per night sharing From $2389

    High Season

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    20 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 Luxury Suite Per person per night sharing From $1985
    20 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite Per person per night sharing From $2129
    20 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 Ivory Presidential Suite Per person per night sharing From $2748

    INCLUDED IN THE RATES

    The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

    • Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    • House selection of beverages
    • Environmental awareness walking safaris
    • Open vehicle safaris by day and at night
    • Wi-Fi
    • Transfers between Sabi Sabi airstrip and the lodge
    • 15% VAT
    From $1553 per person sharing
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