Courtyard Suites have a private balcony overlooking the lodge’s peaceful courtyard. The air-conditioned suites and spacious and thoughtfully decorated, with en suite bathrooms and amenities including a mini fridge, a safe and a coffee station.

If you wish, you can upgrade to a Spa Suite, which are located in a different wing closer to the spa and offer floor-to-ceiling windows.

Spa – The award-winning luxury spa offers a relaxing escape in the heart of the bush. Choose from a huge range of massages and treatments. Enjoy views over the bush during treatment. You can also enjoy guided yoga sessions.

Swimming Pools – Cool off after an exhilerating game drive in one of the lodge’s two outdoor swimming pools, one with views over the Kapama River.

Fitness Centre – Take advantage of the well-equipped fitness centre.

Lounge – The African themed lounge offers a place to relax and enjoy a drink, sharing stories with your fellow guests, or simply curling up with a good book.

Xitsumbeni Dining Room – With a bar, lounge areas and fireplaces you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the cosy dining room. Sit around two firepits to stargaze as you enjoy a cocktail, or soak in the views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Dishes are inspired by local ingredients, and there is a huge range of cuisine on offer.

Siyadla Restaurant – This dining area is secluded and intimate, perfect for celebrating a special occasion.

Boma – Enjoy a meal around a roaring fire at the traditional boma.

Wine Cellar – Stocked with over 600 South African wines, you can enjoy the perfect pairing with your meal.

Game Drives – Embarking on both morning and afternoon safari drives, in open-top game vehicles, you’ll have the opportunity to spot the ‘Big 5’ safari animals, as well as hundreds of different bird species and over 40 mammals.

Bush Walks – With small groups led by an expert guide, get a deeper insight into the region’s flora and fauna, as well as some extraordinary close encounters with wildlife.

Photography Workshops – For beginners or more experienced photographers, you can learn how to capture the best wildlife shots.

Sleepout Experience – Sleep under the stars in the middle of the African bush, in a four-poster bed.

Kids’ Experiences – Child-friendly game drives are available for children over the age of 6, but there are experiences offered for under 6s, like small-animal safari drives, or guided tracking adventures.