Ulusaba Safari Lodge

Kruger and surrounds, South Africa

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Elephant Room
Safari Room
River Room
Safari Lodge Pool
Treehouse Suite
Safari Suite
River Room with Plunge Pool
Elephant Room
Airstrip Arrivals
Elephant Room, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - Safari Lodge, South Africa
Fire pit
Elephant Room
Safari Lodge dining
Rangers and Trackers
Treehouse Suite, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - Safari Lodge, South Africa
River Room with Plunge Pool
River Room
Safari Suite lounge
Elephant Room
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Safari Room
River Room
Safari Lodge Pool
Treehouse Suite
Safari Suite
River Room with Plunge Pool
Elephant Room
Airstrip Arrivals
Elephant Room, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - Safari Lodge, South Africa
Fire pit
Elephant Room
Safari Lodge dining
Rangers and Trackers
Treehouse Suite, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - Safari Lodge, South Africa
River Room with Plunge Pool
River Room
Safari Suite lounge

The hotel

Owned by our own Sir Richard Branson, this is one of the most luxurious and exclusive game lodges in the world. It is located amid the breathtaking landscapes of Sabi Sands and combines exceptional service with a superb safari experience - what could be better? If you like to keep yourself close to the ground and the passing wildlife, you'll enjoy Safari Lodge - with treehouse inspired rooms and suites, all with private decks. Your day starts early with a cup of tea and then it's out to the 4WDs in search of the reserve's exciting creatures. Then it's back to the lodge for a delicious hearty breakfast and a chance to enjoy the impressive leisure facilities. You'll also enjoy an evening safari to spot some different bush creatures, before enjoying a first-class dinner accompanied by excellent wines and occasionally by tribal dancers and singers.

Amenities

  • Honeymoon
  • Safari
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Near National Park

Where is it

In the western sector of the Sabi Sand reserve. Road transfers from Kruger Mpumalanga or Skukuza airport are available. We recommend to fly direct from Johannesburg to Ulusaba's private airstrip. Flight time approximately: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Hotel information

Ulusaba has 20 rooms and suites spread over 2 exquisite lodges. Safari Lodge has a fantastic bush location built along the banks of a dry river bed and offers a selection of Elephant Rooms, a  Safari Room, River Rooms, a Treehouse Suite and the new Safari Suite. All with private entrances and terraces providing incredible views of passing animals on their way to the nearby waterhole, air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar (restocked daily), a sitting area and en-suite bathroom with separate bath and shower. 

The Safari Room is located close to the main building and has a large viewing deck, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: all food and beverages - including top quality wine list, premium branded spirits and French Champagne. Twice daily-game drives, daily walking safari (subject to favourable weather conditions), local entertainment, laundry service and transfers from Ulusaba air strip.

Elephant Rooms are 'treehouse style' built high above the bush and mostly accessed by swing bridges, sleeping maximum 2 adults. As the name suggests they are great for elephant viewing with their location being on a elephant migratory route!

River Rooms have the same facilities as an Elephant Room and 2 of the River Rooms have infinity plunge pools, sleeping maximum 2 adults. River Rooms are very secluded making them the perfect romantic bush getaway.

The Treehouse Suite is a stunning, unique suite featuring a private deck with magnificent views over Xikwenga Dam where hippos and elephants come to bathe. Perfect for honeymooners, sleeping maximum 2 adults. The suite is a 10-minute walk from the main lodge and is accessible by swing bridges and raised walkways.

Safari Suite - this private suite is next to the Main Lodge and is accessed through its own entrance into a walled garden with boma fire pit. There is a separate spacious lounge that opens onto a large viewing deck with jacuzzi plunge pool, outdoor shower and private dining table for maximum 8 adults. The suite boasts an en-suite bathroom with a separate toilet and an additional guest bathroom next to the lounge. The Safari Suite can be interconnected with the Safari Room to sleep maximum 4 adults.

Romance/Honeymoon package

Enhance your stay by adding a Romance/Honeymoon package to your room or suite and recieve the following benefits:

  • A fruit basket and champagne in the room on arrival
  • The Aroma Boma Devotional Journey spa treatment for two (60 minutes)
  • Lovers’ Picnic private lunch on a day of your choosing
  • Romantic bath time experience on an evening of your choosing
  • Private dinner on the last evening complete with own personal butler
  • Complimentary space-available upgrade
  • Gift on departure

Local entertainment. Daily game-drives. Late morning walking safaris. Outdoor swimming pool. Viewing deck. Aroma Boma spa*. Gym and 2 tennis courts. Video, music and book libraries. Wine cellar. Observatory in the bush for star gazing. Complimentary WiFi access. Gift shop.

5 nights between 22 Dec-1 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: Children over 12 years are welcome to stay at Safari Lodge.

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Apr 25, 2025 Tourist18281257104

We had the most amazing stay at Ulusaba. We stayed in both lodges and both were lovely. The staff cannot do enough for you and you feel like one the family. Our game drives were spectacular and we didn’t miss one. Star gazing was also a lovely experience. Highly recommend.
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Apr 23, 2025 olivercbeck

The best experience of our lives! We loved the game drives and saw so many beautiful animals up close. The guides and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. I can't recommend Ulusaba enough. The room was beautiful with great amenities.
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Apr 18, 2025 torys568 Fort Lauderdale, Florida

I can’t say enough good things about our stay at Ulusaba Safari Lodge. In just one day, we saw more wildlife than I expected to see during the entire trip—it was absolutely incredible. This was, without question, one of the best vacations my family has ever taken—and we travel often and all over the world. The staff was beyond exceptional—warm,… Read more
I can’t say enough good things about our stay at Ulusaba Safari Lodge. In just one day, we saw more wildlife than I expected to see during the entire trip—it was absolutely incredible. This was, without question, one of the best vacations my family has ever taken—and we travel often and all over the world. The staff was beyond exceptional—warm, attentive, and knowledgeable—and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. Our room was spacious, beautifully appointed, and still had that rustic, authentic charm you hope for on a safari experience. I truly can’t recommend Ulusaba more highly. It exceeded every expectation and gave us memories that will last a lifetime. Read less
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Apr 18, 2025 Mark E

The Safari’s were amazing experiences in terms of the wildlife and the guides knowledge and experience made the Safari’s even better. The staff and service was fantastic, they made us feel at home from when we first arrived until we took off from the onsite airstrip. Beyond our expectations!
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Mar 22, 2025 Stuart P Newbury

Just a short note to say what a great place this is. All the staff are brilliant. Our ranger (Brad Sheldon) and tracker Herod (sorry if the spelling is wrong) were brilliant and great fun! Food - brilliant, booze - ditto. Loads of animals up close and personal (including big 5). The rooms are a bit “shabby chic” but the place is due a refurb next… Read more
Just a short note to say what a great place this is. All the staff are brilliant. Our ranger (Brad Sheldon) and tracker Herod (sorry if the spelling is wrong) were brilliant and great fun! Food - brilliant, booze - ditto. Loads of animals up close and personal (including big 5). The rooms are a bit “shabby chic” but the place is due a refurb next year, so any lack of luxury will be resolved then I’m sure. If you’re looking for a safari in a super location and in luxury with brilliant friendly staff, look no further! Read less