SINGITA EBONY LODGE
Kruger Park, South Africa

Kruger Safaris

The Singita Private Game Reserve lies in the heart of the Sabi Sand Reserve, a world-renowned wildlife Mecca on South Africa's glorious eastern escarpment, in the Province of Mpumulanga. Sabi lies adjacent to the Kruger National Park, though no fences exist between the two, allowing the animals free roam across the wild expanses. Singita comprises five luxury safari lodges in two South African game reserves. The camps comprise of: Ebony, Boulders, Castleton, Lebombo, and Sweni Lodges.

No expense was spared in the development of Singita Ebony and Singita Boulders, each lodge was created as a tribute to the unique splendor of the African wilderness around it. Ebony and Boulders soon distinguished themselves on the international resorts' stage having since won every major award globally. Both remain unmatched in Africa and among exclusive resorts the world over. The vision for both resorts is to continually reinvent and improve on the experience, so as to make each consecutive visit that much more magical and memorable for guests returning to this wonderful place.

Camp Description

In its jewel-like setting, Singita Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve offers accommodation for the discerning traveler, and dedicated, professional staff to cater to your needs.

All suites at both lodges have a private lounge, secluded outdoor deck and private swimming pool overlooking the Sand River, designed to offer total exclusivity. Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve has suites which are equipped with air-conditioning, a double-sided fireplace, a glass-fronted en-suite bathroom with shower and bath and a private outdoor shower for bush-bathing.

Additional facilities at Singita Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve includes an air-conditioned library housing antique books on Africa and wildlife and a 12 000 vintage bottle, underground wine cellar.

Beadwork and rich colours of the African savannah bring a vibrant sense of cultural Africa to Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve where colonial pieces offset well against plush new okra and orange furnishings. While still retaining its warm colonial heritage, the refurbishments bring a fresh contemporary luxury to the lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve.

Ebony Lodge is set on the banks of the Sand River, each of the 9 luxurious double suites afford guests the breathtaking vista of Africa. Experience the ultimate year-round South African safari in a private wildlife sanctuary. An additional 3 suites will soon be added to the Ebony Lodge.

Facilities at a glance:

Internet

Satellite TV

Fax facilities

Private lounge

Overhead fans

Room mini safe

Air-conditioning

Outdoor shower

Mini bar and fridge

Game viewing deck

Direct dial telephones

Double-sided fireplace

Private swimming pool

Game Viewing

Wildlife in the Sabi Sand Reserve lives up to its international reputation. Abundant in the Big Five and myriad smaller creatures, the reserve is bisected by the Sand River, an important source of water and a consistent place of refuge on the animals' endless migration. The lie of the land is perfectly suited to game viewing. Groves of acacia thornveld, Marula trees and flatcrowns give way to open expanses of grassland, where zebra, antelope and wildebeest graze, ever wary of the threat of the large cats. Drainage lines and dry river beds are leopard territory, these majestic cats are often spotted poised in the fork of a tree with a good vantage of the ground below.

The days at Singita start early, just as the sun begins to lighten the sky in the east. Your personal ranger and tracker, who accompany you on your wildlife expeditions for the duration of your stay, greet you in the main lodge with a warm beverage and light snack before you head out into the wonder of the African bush. Most of the trackers have an uncanny sixth sense about the wild, their intuition borders on the supernatural.

This is Africa's big game terrain, so your days and early nights at Singita Ebony Lodge will blissfully revolve around spectacular game viewing drives in Land Rovers. Only 6 people are permitted per vehicle on the game drives, leaving space for photographic and binocular equipment.

The nocturnal safaris in South Africa open up a totally new world and a powerful spotlight illuminates the shy and sometimes rare wildlife. On night safaris in South Africa, when the heat of the day has subsided, the predators such as lion, leopard, hyena, black backed jackal and the owls start their hunting. Drinks at Singita Ebony Lodge are served in the bush at sunset as a gentle introduction to the nocturnal bush.

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The Kruger National Park & Private Game Reserves