Description
Ebony Lodge reclines in the peaceful the shade of jackalberry trees on the banks of the Sand River, in the heart of the Singita Private Game Reserve. The lodge boasts timeworn colonial furniture and ethnic crafts which merge with vibrant hand-woven fabrics and relics collected from the local area. The spacious suites are places of quiet contemplation and the lodge is the epitome of the luxury safari experience, combining quality and simple refinement.
Boulders Lodge also sits on the banks of the Sand River, towering over the landscape, a monolith of curving thatch and piled stone that fuses seamlessly with the rocks that harness it to the earth. Boulders boasts a cool environment using smooth white linen and cascading water to soothe the senses. The suites feature magnificent stone bathrooms and luxurious bedrooms. Vast sundecks overlook the breathtaking wilderness.
The main lodge at both Ebony and Boulders has lounge and timber deck dining areas overlooking the Sand River, a bar area and traditional open-air boma, fully-equipped gym, health spa, library and wine cellar.
Game drives leave twice daily and you can also enjoy guided safari walks, community tours, mountain biking and archery.
Accommodation
Singita Ebony offers 12 luxurious suites all with their own en-suite bathroom and shower, outside shower, heated private swimming pool, double-sided fireplace, minibar and fridge, room mini safe, air conditioning, overhead fans, private lounge, direct dial telephones and game-viewing deck.
Childcare
Children are welcome at both lodges and babysitting is available with prior notice. Participation in any game activities (drives/walks/bike rides) is at the discretion of their guide.
Facilities
Facilities at both lodges include a fully equipped gym, health spa, TV room with internet, library, dining area overlooking the Sand River, wine cellar, plunge pools and shop selling a range of African artefacts and curios. There is Wi-fi available in each of the suites.
Activities
Game drives, guided walks, community tours, archery, mountain biking and use of the gym and swimming pool are all included in room rates however wine tasting and spa treatments are charged additionally.
When to travel
There is no bad time to go on safari in the Kruger National Park. The experience does, however, change from month to month. In the summer months (October to March), it gets very hot. The verdant vistas are all the more spectacular because of the rains, but this means that the foliage is denser, water is more abundant and game is therefore trickier to see. There are lots of beautiful migratory birds during the summer months. While the daytime temperature in the winter months (May to September) is ideal, it does get a little chilly at night and in the early morning.
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Location and directions
Sabi Sands Reserve, South Africa
Singita Ebony and Boulders Lodges are located in the Sabi Sand on 18 000 hectares (45 000 acres) of private land in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve on the western border of the Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga province, South Africa.
How to get there
Access is by road or by air, with the Sabi Sands being 90 minutes flight from Johannesburg. The Sabi Sand Singita Reserve is home to Singita Ebony and Singita Boulders and has its own private airstrip, serviced by a number of scheduled carriers as well as private charters. It is also possible to self drive into both camps though the vast majority of clients fly into camp.
