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  • 6 Comfortable Luxury Suites
  • Sabi Sands Game Reserve
  • True african big five safari
  • Award winning & excellently rated

Whispered into the wilderness and wrapped in the emerald canopy of the Kruger National Park, Singita Sweni Lodge is a secluded riverfront retreat — a place where nature meets unapologetically bold design, and every detail feels like a love letter to the wild.

Resting gently on the earth within a 33,000-acre private concession, this intimate lodge blends seamlessly with its surroundings, hidden among hundreds of trees along the banks of the serene Sweni River. The architecture, sleek and contemporary, feels as though it grew out of the landscape — all glass, wood, and shimmering light — offering a fresh, strikingly modern take on the African safari experience.

Sweni Lodge is not simply a place to stay — it's a place to feel.
With just a handful of suites tucked quietly into the river’s edge, guests are enveloped in tranquility, privacy, and the soothing presence of water and wilderness. Here, the river is both muse and theatre: elephants bathe, buffalo gather, and brilliant birdlife flits through the canopy — all just beyond your deck.

Inside, the lodge is a sanctuary of texture and tone: burnished bronze, natural wood, handwoven textiles, and artful touches inspired by the continent’s rich cultures. Floor-to-ceiling glass invites nature in, while indoor and outdoor living spaces invite you to exhale, unwind, and reconnect — with the world around you, and with yourself.

At Singita Sweni Lodge, the safari is not just observed — it’s felt in every heartbeat, every rustle of leaves, every whisper of river breeze.
This is the place where romance, design, and raw, untouched wilderness converge — creating an experience that is not only unforgettable, but entirely your own.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Magnificent location on the Sweni and N’wanetsi Rivers
  • Private & Exclusive camp in the Kruger National Park
  • Small & Intimate
  • Children are welcome
  • Luxurious accommodation
  • Fantastic wildlife viewing

Facilities

General

  • 24-hour Security
  • Bar
  • Eco Friendly
  • Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Mobile Connectivity
  • Pool
  • Private Vehicle Available
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Library
  • Wine cellar
  • Gift boutique

Activities

Guests on their Kruger Park holiday can look forward to a range of exciting game viewing activities while staying at Singita Sweni Lodge.

At this intimate Singita Sweni Lodge, game drives are comfortable, informative, inspirational and memorable. Guides and trackers are carefully selected for their knowledge, sensitivity to the environment and ability to communicate on this Kruger National Park safari.

There are a maximum of 6 guests on each Land Rover to ensure guests have plenty of space and enjoy uninterrupted views. Game drives on this Kruger National Park safari at the Lodges take place at dawn and again mid-afternoon which includes a night drive with a spotlight for the nocturnal animals. During the morning game drive stop for a cup of tea or coffee and a light snack in the bush. During the evening drive, sundowners and snacks are served while guests watch the sun slip below the horizon.

Singita Sweni Lodge is situated in the Greater Kruger Park precinct and guests can expect to see all of the Big Five in the area in addition to an abundance of general game and vibrant bird life. Safari activities are led by expert guides who are able to inform guests about animal behavior; identify birds and provide interesting facts about the trees and plants.

Guests on their Kruger Park safari holiday can also look forward to exploring the African bush up close.

Enjoy a guided bush walk or an exciting mountain bike ride through less traveled areas. Both activities are guided by experienced rangers. There is also an archery range should guests wish to test their skill with a bow and arrow.

  • Game Drives
  • Game Walks
  • Game Viewing
  • Bird Watching
  • Safaris
  • Walks(Guided)
  • Cycling
  • Fine Dining
  • High Tea
  • Massages

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Rooms

Room type Features Rates
Suite
Suite
Suite

Available: 6 suites

Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

Check-in: From 1:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

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  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Bath
  • Complementary Wi-Fi
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Electrical Outlets
  • En-Suite
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge Area
  • Mini Bar
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Outside Shower
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Safe
  • Shower
  • Tea / Coffee
  • More

    FROM $3073

    TO $3597

    Per person per night sharing

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    Pool Suite
    Pool Suite
    Pool Suite

    Available: 1 suite

    Unit Sleeps: 4 adults

    Check-in: From 1:00 PM

    Check-out: To 11:00 AM

    Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Bath
  • Complementary Wi-Fi
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Electrical Outlets
  • En-Suite
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge Area
  • Mini Bar
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Outside Shower
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Safe
  • Shower
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Swimming pool
  • More

    FROM $7976

    TO $9039

    per suite per night

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    Rates

    2026

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    6 Jan - 30 Apr 2026 & 1 Nov - 14 Dec 2026 Suite Per person per night sharing From $3073
    6 Jan - 30 Apr 2026 & 1 Nov - 14 Dec 2026 Pool Suite per suite per night From $7976
    1 – 31 May 2026 & 1 Sep – 31 Oct 2026 Suite Per person per night sharing From $3350
    1 – 31 May 2026 & 1 Sep – 31 Oct 2026 Pool Suite per suite per night From $8545
    1 Jun – 31 Aug 2026 & 15 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027 Suite Per person per night sharing From $3597
    1 Jun – 31 Aug 2026 & 15 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027 Pool Suite per suite per night From $9039

    Children

    • Children of all ages are welcome at Singita Sweni Lodge.
    • Infants under the age of 2 years will be accommodated free of charge.
    • Children aged 2-16 years will be accommodated at 50% of the adult rate when sharing a standard Suite with 1 adult or another child.
    • A single child accommodated in their own suite will attract the full adult rate.
    • Families of four or more members, including at least one child under 10 years are guaranteed the complimentary use of a private vehicle.
    • Families of up to three members, including at least one child under 10 years, are required to pay for the use of a private vehicle.
    • Triples are available on request. An additional room needs to be booked and a minimum charge of 3 adults will apply.
    • In the interest of safety, participation of children in game activities is at the discretion of the guide

     

    Single Supplement

    A single supplement will apply if three or more single rooms are booked in a reservation. A supplement of 25% of the adult rate will be added from the third single room onwards.

     

    Festive Season

    Arrivals & departures for guests travelling during festive season; no arrivals and departures on Christmas Day or New Year's Day at Singita Lodges

    INCLUDED IN THE RATES

    The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

    • Accommodation
    • Laundry service
    • WiFi access where applicable
    • All meals and beverages (including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs, but excluding French Champagne)
    • Twice-daily game drives in open game-viewing vehicles, walking safaris (accompanied by experienced guides and trackers)
    • Return road transfers between the Satara airstrip and the lodges
    From $3073 per person sharing
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