Ulusaba Safari Lodge

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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

Appalling customer service

Nov 1, 2025 SergeRND Orpington, United Kingdom

We always rate a hotel on how they deal with problems and not the reviews people leave. We were extremely disappointed with the way our problem was handled by customer service after our stay. Upon checkout, I was charged twice for additional services we used during our stay. Getting my money back took a month and I had to use several different email addresses in South Africa and also in the UK to get this finally resolved. Some of these Virgin customer emails never responded, others did after a whole week, others did at times and I heard no more from them, so I had to chase the matter myself. I never had the same Virgin staff dealing with this and it looked like a mess with no-one following up my case. I asked specifically NOT to be left out of pocket for a mistake I did not commit, because a refund involving another international currency would probably mean I would lose out with the exchamge rate. And I was eventually refunded LESS THAN WHAT I WRONGLY CHARGED. When you pay over £1300 a night, you expect better. Very unhappy, extremely feel let down. We had enjoyed our stay and this has left us with a sour taste. Read less

Heaven on Earth

Oct 23, 2025 barryfower Salisbury, United Kingdom

The name on the wall of Safari Lodge is very accurate, 'Heaven on Earth', sums this place up beautifully. The location in the Sabi Sands is great, the facilities and staff are fantastic and the game viewing continues to take our breath away even after 6 visits !!

You must try Ulusaba Safari Lodge in South Africa!

Oct 17, 2025 Michelle_getfit Hillsborough, New Jersey

We had a fantastic experience at Ulusaba Safari Lodge!! Our safari drive guide & tracker (Mike & John) were fantastic; We had a lot of fun with them. Matt, Keith & Richard provided us with excellent food & wine service throughout our stay and provided an overall grand experience. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Ulusaba — A Place That Changed Me Forever

Oct 4, 2025 Brittany H

We stayed 4 nights at Ulusaba’s Safari Lodge in one of the River Rooms, and I can honestly say it was life-changing. I’ve traveled to many beautiful places, but I’ve never cried leaving one until Ulusaba. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by warmth, kindness, and genuine care. The people make this place extraordinary. Vincent, our ranger, and Don, our tracker, were absolutely phenomenal, so knowledgeable, funny, and deeply connected to the land and its animals. We learned so much from them, and by the end, they truly felt like family. We saw the Big 5, a cheetah, and even Saturn through a telescope one night at the observatory, moments that felt almost surreal. Every game drive held new magic, and every meal was perfection. The lodge itself is stunning, seamlessly blending luxury with the wild beauty of the bush. Even when heavy rain caused a few small leaks, it only added to the authenticity of the experience. We felt completely safe, cared for, and deeply at peace. Leaving was honestly emotional. This trip didn’t just give us memories; it gave me perspective, gratitude, and a deep connection to this incredible place. I can’t stop thinking about it and am even planning to get an Ulusaba tattoo as a reminder of what it meant to me. We’ll definitely be back once renovations are complete (though I thought it was already perfect). Thank you to everyone at Ulusaba for touching our hearts in a way that words can barely describe. Read less

Super animal viweing

Sep 26, 2025 Pierre4077 Maidstone, United Kingdom

We were met at the gate by Michael who immediately picked up that our dream was to see a leopard. A quick drive to the camp, upgrade to the safari suite, pick up John our tracker and the other four guests, then we were out on our first drive. Two leopards later and we were back being fed with the other 10 guests in the camp. Michael and John were astounding. Every whim, photo opportunity and drink or snack was provided. The game drives were just full of animals. Our Land Rover, ably driven by Michael and guided by John, ambled into the bush to get the best viewing every time. Then there was the Safari Suite. Front garden with private boma and eating area. Deck at the back with plunge pool and seating all overlooking the riverbed. Airy sitting room, huge bed and two bathrooms. Every drink you could imagine in the included mini bar – even a bottle of Champagne! Every member of staff happy, chatty and helpful. A truly magnificent adventure not to be missed. Read less

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