ANDBEYONDDULINILODGE, SABISANDWILDTUINSituated in the western reaches of the Sabi SandWildtuin, Exeter Private Game Reserve offersseveral luxurious properties from which you canenjoy a Big Five safari. Dulini Lodge is one ofthese and has just six thatched suites nestledamongst shady ebony trees, overlooking theMabrak River. Each suite is luxurious in design,with a private balcony and plunge pool whereyou can cool off during the heat of the day. Dulini has a lovely colonial feel to it and with only a few rooms, it is wonderfully private, idealfor couples and honeymooners. ANDBEYONDRIVERLODGE, SABISANDWILDTUINThis beautiful safari lodge is set on the banks ofthe Sand River. The main lounge and dining areas,as well as the eight suites, are positioned alongthe river which is a magnet for wildlife such aselephant. The suites are decorated with naturalcolours and have tall thatched roofs as well as anen suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoorshower. Each has a private deck and plunge poolwhere you can relax watching hippos basking inthe river. Activities include morning and afternoongame drives as well as walking safaris. ARATHUSASAFARILODGE, SABISANDWILDTUINLocated in the northern Sabi Sand Wildtuin,Arathusa is a lovely safari lodge overlooking alarge waterhole. There is abundant wildlife in thisarea and the guides are passionate about the floraand fauna. There are 13 guest rooms, nine ofwhich are cosy chalets with verandas overlookingthe waterhole. The four luxury rooms are setapart, with views into the bush. These arespacious, with a bath in the corner of the room,indoor and outdoor shower and a deck withsunloungers and plunge pool. The main lodgeincludes an open-sided lounge and bar, infinitypool and a deck right on the water where meals are served.46Elephant at a waterhole, Sabi Sand WildtuinandBeyond Dulini Lodge, Sabi Sand WildtuinArathusa Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand WildtuinandBeyond River Lodge, Sabi Sand Wildtuin

Thornybush Game ReserveAdjacent to the Kruger National Park, Thornybush is a beautiful private game reserveoccupying 11,500 hectares of pristine bush andsavannah. There is an abundance of wildlife hereincluding the Big Five. Large buffalo herds spreadacross the plains, and elephants crash loudlythrough the trees. The resident lions haveplentiful prey, with a wide variety of antelopespecies present. Birdlife is also prevalent, withmore than 500 recorded species in the varyinghabitats. There are several private lodges hereoffering a range of accommodation to suit everytaste and budget. All have experienced guides and trackers who will lead you on game drives in open vehicles each morning and afternoon, and some offer guided walks. SERONDELLALODGE,THORNYBUSHGAMERESERVESerondella is an attractive small lodge perched on the banks of a tributary of the Monwana River.The main lounge and bar lead out to theswimming pool set in the pretty gardens andwooden walkways lead to two lookout decks,each overlooking a waterhole. There are just foursuites here, ensuring a very intimate atmosphere.One of these is a family suite containing three en suite bedrooms. Each room has an indoorsitting area as well as sunloungers on the deckoutside. Guests dine by candlelight in differentspots around the lodge each evening; the perfectway to end a day on safari. SHUMBALALAGAMELODGE,THORNYBUSHGAMERESERVEShumbalala offers a wonderful combination ofsuperb wildlife and luxurious accommodation.Accommodating a maximum of ten guests, this is a peaceful and exclusive retreat. Each suite has glass doors leading onto a wooden deck,where you can sit watching nyala grazing nearby.There is a swimming pool and lounge area, aswell as an underground wine cellar. Furnishingsare traditional and comfortable, and fireplaces are lit during the winter to add to the cosyatmosphere. Meals here are delicious, withdinners served by candlelight in the dining roomor alongside the campfire.www.audleytravel.com/southafrica ?01993 838 550 ?Kruger & the Escarpment47CHAPUNGUTENTEDCAMP,THORNYBUSHGAMERESERVEChapungu's tented accommodation offers atraditional safari experience, listening to cricketsby night and waking to the sun rising around you.There are eight tented suites, all set deep in thethickets to ensure privacy. Pathways link the tentsto the main lodge which features a swimmingpool, bar, lounge and library. There is a colonialstyle to Chapungu, with dark woods, ostrich eggsand African printed fabrics. Overall this is afriendly camp and the tents offer an interestingvariation from the lodge-based accommodationelsewhere in the Thornybush reserve. Serondella Lodge, Thornybush Game ReserveRhino calf, Thornybush Game ReserveKudu, Thornybush Game ReserveCheetah pair, Thornybush Game ReserveChapungu Tented Camp, Thornybush Game Reserve Shumbalala Game Lodge, Thornybush Game Reserve