Nestling
beneath a blanket of Knob thorn trees rests Safari Lodge,
originally a hunting lodge. In unwavering African tradition,
the cottages at Safari Lodge are thatched, creating a bond
with their surroundings.
Its charm lies in that it has remained small and intimate, accommodating
a maximum of ten guests in five chalets. Relaxed and in harmony
with its surroundings, Safari Lodge is enjoyed for its rich
diversity of animal and bird life which can be easily observed
from each cottage.
Regrettably, children under the age of 12 are not permitted
at Safari Lodge
The African theme is reflected in the warmly decorated rooms
where rich, earthy colors and natural materials are woven
into a subtle tapestry of quiet indulgence. Continuing this
idea in an unexpectedly reverse fashion, the private outside
showers provide an enlivening experience not to be missed.
Game Lodge's famed cuisine is echoed at Safari Lodge, whether
it be a hearty breakfast to begin yet another glorious day
in the wilds of Africa, lunch with a view over the lake from
the tree-skewered timber deck or in the authentic outdoor
boma, an indulgent dinner over which to recount the day's
adventures
Activities
There are a few that can't resist the call of the South African
sunrise or that of a magnificent fish eagle as it soars through
the hazy, cloudless skies. But for the real African experience,
nothing compares to the exhilaration of a game drive through
the bush in an open-topped Land Rover, guided by our staff
whose passion for the area is infectious
Tracking the often-beautiful, sometimes-rare wildlife is
exciting, but never more so than when it is one of the elusive
Big Five (Leopard, Lion, Buffalo, Elephant and Rhinoceros).
They shared the ragged bushveld with cheetah, hyena, wild
dog, zebra, wildebeest, baboon and antelope, in a primordical
alliance that captures the heart of Africa.
Climate
The climate is subtropical, providing hot, wet summers and
cool, dry winters. Summer months fall between September and
April, with the weather at its hottest between November and
February, often reaching temperatures of 35 - 40 degrees.
Rain is periodic and while often coming in a heavy downpour,
it normally lasts for only a short time.
In winter, between May and August, the mornings and nights
are cold, with temperatures dropping to 10 degrees. During
the day, however, the sun shines warmly in the bright blue,
cloudless skies and there is often no rain for many months.
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