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w Private Reserves This 550sqkm (210sqmile)
reserve, adjoining Kruger’s
Along the western boundary of the national park, and central region, extends from
bordered by the Sabie and Olifants rivers, a mosaic of Orpen to the region just south
private reserves provides a vital buffer between the densely of the Olifants River. it lies
populated areas of Lebowa and Gazankulu and the Kruger. entirely in Limpopo province.
There are a dozen lodges,
A fence erected along the park’s boundary in the 1960s each with access to a different
to prevent the spread of diseased animals also blocked part of the reserve, and
migration routes. An agreement between all parties made they all offer drives and
possible its removal, and by 1994 herds were free once guided walks.
again to trek along their ancient paths. Of these, Umlani Bush
Camp is situ ated in the north,
while the luxurious Ngala
and Tanda Tula lodges lie in
the central region. Also
renowned is the Gomo Gomo
Game Lodge.
Klaserie Private
Nature Reserve
South of Hoedspruit off the R40.
Tel 015 793 3051. Open restricted
access. & fully incl.
Hippos in the natural pool at Sabi Sands Game Reserve ∑ klaseriereserve.co.za
Klaserie encom passes many
Exploring the Private Manyeleti Game Reserve private reserves, extends
Reserves Gate close to Kruger’s Orpen Gate off over 620 sq km (235 sq miles)
Luxury lodges, often recipients the R40. Tel 011 341 0282. and borders on the Kruger
of international awards for ser Open restricted access. National Park, as
vice excellence, offer exclusive & fully incl. well as on the
“bush experiences” to small ∑ manyeleti.co.za Olifants River. The
groups of visitors. Emphasis is This reserve Klaserie River
placed on personal attention; adjoins the Orpen meanders
experienced rangers guide area of the across the
visitors on night drives and Kruger National semiarid
interesting bush walks. Park, known for bush veld and
its varied wildlife. is the reserve’s
Sabi Sands Game Reserve Visitors can stay in central focus
Shaws and Newington gates off the the comfortable as many
R536; Gowrie Gate off the R40. tented Honeyguide animals and
Tel 013 735 5102. Open restricted Camp, the luxuri ous birds gather
access. & 0 fully incl. Khoka Moya chalets Tourists on a game drive on its banks to drink.
∑ sabi-sands.com and other lodges. Klaserie as yet has
This famous reserve is made up only three bush camps. They
of a block of contiguous reserves Timbavati Game Reserve are not in the top end of the
north of the Sabie River, which South of Hoedspruit off the R40. Tel luxury category, so will appeal
include the Lion Sands, 015 793 2436. Open restricted access. to those who want a more
Londolozi, Mala Mala, Singita and & fully incl. ∑ timbavati.co.za rustic experience.
Ulusaba private game reserves,
and shares a 50km (31mile)
boundary with Kruger National
Park. There are no fewer than 30
allinclusive luxury lodges and
camps in Sabi Sands and entry is
only to overnight visitors. Thanks
to the Sand and Sabie rivers, the
area has a rich water supply,
which results in a lush environ
ment that animals enjoy all year
round. Sight ings of the Big Five
are virtually guaranteed, and
hyenas, cheetahs and wild dogs
may also be seen. A luxurious lounge at Mala Mala Lodge, within Sabi Sands Game Reserve
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