Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

Introduction
Sculpted deep in to the earth. Almost invisible in the landscape. Inspired by the textures, colours and shapes of the natural world. Here, you are at one with the wilderness. A corridor leads you down, on a journey beneath the ground, to an experience unique and unforgettable.

Your entrance brings you to an uninterrupted bushveld panorama. A sense of peace consumes you. You are cocooned in luxury, inspiration and grace. There are twelve suites only, in addition to the Amber Suite. Each is attended by a Private Butler and is appointed with specially commissioned furnishings, a secluded plunge pool and open air shower. The natural sculptures of Geoffrey Armstrong add a powerful magic. The Amber Suite is generous beyond belief in its dimensions and boasts its own exercise room, steam room, study and kitchen. It captures art and luxury in one unique experience.

Local Area Information
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is an unspoilt part of Africa ecologically and geographically integrated with the adjacent Kruger National Park. It is situated within one of the oldest and largest proclaimed private reserves - the renowned Sabi Sand Wildtuin.

Sabi Sabi lies 500 km east of Johannesburg, 800 km north east of Durban and 200 km west of Maputo in Mozambique. It lies on the same latitude as Sao Paulo and Brisbane and the same longitude as Cairo, Istanbul and St.Petersburg.

In summer (October to March) temperatures range from 16°C to 38°C and in Winter (May, June & July) from 5°C to 26°C. Summer days and nights are generally hot and humid outdoors while Winter days are mild and very comfortable with evenings and early mornings being cold. The Lowveld has summer rainfall. The habitats range from mixed combretum woodland on deep, sandy, soils to open grassed seep-lines along the slopes and thick acacia woodland along the drainage lines. These habitats support a wide variety of predator and prey species. Please note that this is a MALARIA area.

Accommodation
Earth Lodge has thirteen exclusive luxury suites - voted by Conde Naste Traveler USA as one of the world's top 52 hot spots. Designed like no other game lodge, Earth Lodge's breathtaking architecture, simple décor and innovative use of fabrics, fibres, light and space need to be seen to be believed.

Facilities
You can renew yourself in this place. The Earth Nature Spa and exercise centre. Massages, natural therapies or a classic spa. A secluded library. Art gallery. Meditation garden. Everything has been created for your indulgence.

Activities
Southern Africa intrigues everyone who is lucky enough to experience its power and magic. The concept of 'Safari' conjures up images of adventure, thrilling landscapes and absorbing wildlife.

The advantage of Sabi Sabi Safaris stems from the fact that animals on the Reserve have not been hunted for over half a century. Because they have become habituated, they perceive the outline of a vehicle carrying humans as non-threatening.

Tourists can therefore look forward to the unique experience of being driven extraordinarily close to the large mammals which, despite being totally wild, continue unperturbed in their natural patterns of hunting, feeding, mating and suckling.

Each morning and evening, Safaris in open Landrovers drive through a wide variety of habitats, allowing you to view the vast interactions of the wild. After breakfast, guests on guided walking trails can experience the natural environment on foot. The dedicated, skilled and passionate Rangers lead you to discover miracles of Nature you may never have dreamed existed.

Children's Policy

EARTH LODGE

a. Providing there is exclusivity of the lodge with family and / or friends children may be allowed and the following rates will apply:
* 2 Years and younger: Stay free of charge in a cot.
* 3 - 5 Years: Sharing with 1 or 2 adults pay R350-00 per child per night.
* 6 - 12 Years: Sharing with 1 or 2 adults pay R850-00 per child per night.

Children occupying their own room will pay the full adult rate for a maximum of 1 child (if 4 children sharing the remaining 3 will revert to the children's rates).

Children occupying their own room will pay the full adult rate for a maximum of 1 child (if 4 children sharing the remaining 3 will revert to the children's rates).

b. Children 13 - 15 years having their own room will be charged as follows:
* One child at 50% of the adult rate.
* Second child at full rate.
c. Children over 13 years sharing with their parents will be charged at 50% of the adult rate.
d. Selati Camp can accommodate 2 family rooms with a maximum of 2 children per room.
e. Earth Lodge can accommodate 3 family rooms with a maximum of 2 children per room.
f. Children 16 years and older are considered adults.
g. All children's rates quoted are nett and non-commissionable.

Unique Features
Our commitment to the Earth
Wilderness is vital to mankind. For in the wilderness we strengthen our bonds with the Earth and find peace with ourselves. So many of the answers we are searching for lie hidden in these places.

But the wilderness is disappearing at an alarming rate. It is up to us to provide a sanctuary for our flora and fauna - not only for our children, but for their children too - in a manner that creates employment, earns foreign currency and contributes to the growth of the country through the development of eco-tourism.

Rates

All the above rates are quoted per person per night sharing fully inclusive.

Terms and Conditions

A 25% deposit calculated on the total cost of the full stay as specified in the pro forma invoice ('the Invoice') is payable within 48 hours of receipt of the Confirmation of Reservation ('the Reservation') and Invoice.

SINGLE ROOM POLICY - Bush Lodge / Selati Camp / Earth Lodge
Guests occupying suites on their own will be levied a supplement of an additional 50% of the rate specified in the Invoice.

Deposits, cancellations and a 5% handling fee are calculated on the aggregate of the invoice.
Deposits
Days prior to arrival:

• On Booking - 25%
• 45 days - 75%

Deposit conditions must be strictly adhered to, failing which Sabi Sabi reserves the right to cancel the bookings. If booking within 45 days of arrival, payment of the total cost of the full stay as specified in the Invoice is required.

Cancellations & Room Reductions
Days prior to arrival:

• 0 - 20 - 100%
• 21 -45 - 75%
• 46+ - 5%

Cancellation fees are levied only if losses are incurred by Sabi Sabi as a result of the cancellation. Should accommodation be resold in full or partly, cancellation fees will be refunded in full or pro rata less a 5% handling fee. All reservation amendments or cancellations are valid only if made in writing and the onus of proving delivery to Sabi Sabi of such amendments or cancellations will be on the party relying thereon.

Insurance: Please ensure, and we strongly recommend, that you are the beneficiary of a travel insurance policy covering at least injury, death, medical costs, emergency evacuation, repatriation, loss of or damage to personal belongings (due to theft or otherwise) and cancellation.

Click here to make a reservation