Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
SABI SABI
EARTH LODGE -
SABI SAND GAME RESERVE
Sabi Sabi was acquired in
1980 and over the ensuing 20 years Sabi Sabi has
achieved fame throughout the world as an acclaimed
ecotourism operation.
Sabi Sabi's roots
are firmly in place and through its philosophy, principles
and commitment to the
sensitive ecological environment in which it operates,
will ensure that it will play a major role in the
development of the ecotourism industry over the
next decades.
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is
an unspoilt part of Africa ecologically and geographically
integrated with the adjacent Kruger National Park.
It lies on the banks of the Sabie River 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.
Sabi Sabi's
newest addition is the unique Earth Lodge which
encompasses superbly appointed suites in an
intimate setting, within the heart of the African
bushveld. All suites are air-conditioned and in
keeping with
the strong conservation philosophy, have been built
to accommodate the environment which surrounds
the lodge whilst retaining all the style and
refinery
for which Sabi Sabi is renowned.
Earth
Lodge Opening Press
Release: Sabi Sabi’s
latest innovation, the avant-garde and environmentally
sensitive Earth
Lodge, which
opened recently offers guests the ultimate in luxury
accommodation, excellent cuisine, wildlife experiences
and spa treatments.
The opening of the
Camelot International Earth Nature Spa at Earth
Lodge offers guests the perfect place
to rest, relax and rejuvenate. The
luxurious spa facility offers treatments ranging
from advanced
skin and body treatments, hydrotherapy,
relaxing or energizing massages to a host of other
traditional therapeutic body spa and skin care
treatments.
Patrick Shorten, Managing Director of Sabi Sabi,
said “The philosophy behind the Earth Nature
Spa at Earth Lodge is to provide guests with an
all-encompassing experience, combining luxury with
nature.” He added that the
treatments on offer at Earth Nature Spa had been
specifically tailored to help guests
feel completely at home with their environment.
The treatments are also aptly named and range from
the Zebrawood Detox Delux, The Sabi Sabi Jet Lag
Ultimate Spa Relaxer and the Marula Day Spa.
Accolades
April
2003: Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve has
again been awarded the annual "Best Game Lodge
in Southern Africa" in
the 2002 Diners Club ASATA Travel Awards.
This is the fourth
time Sabi Sabi has won the award, which recognizes
excellence in the hospitality
area, taking into account accommodation, service,
cuisine, décor and overall experience. In
addition to previous ASATA / Diner’s Club
awards, Sabi Sabi has won numerous AA Travel Guide
awards, an Imvelo Award for responsible tourism,
and has been named one of Conde Naste Traveler’s
top destinations world-wide.
Sabi Sabi holds the
AA Accommodation Award for Best Lodge in South
Africa, was named one
of 50 international hot spots by Conde Naste Traveler
(US) and Sabi Sabi’s Earth Lodge was the first
Game Lodge in South Africa to be awarded 5-star rating
under the Tourism Grading Council of SA’s new
stars grading system.
Accommodation  For
images of Earth Lodge, click Earth
Lodge
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Sculpted
deep in to the earth. Almost invisible in the landscape.
Inspired by the textures, colors 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.
The boma, its walls sculpted from roots and built
up piece by piece, captures the drama of an African
night and embraces the power of the wilderness.
You can renew yourself
in this place. Visit the Earth Nature Spa and
exercise center. Massages, natural
therapies or a classic spa treatment. There is a
secluded library, Art gallery and Meditation
garden. Everything
has
been created
for your indulgence.
Lodge
facilities include:
Art gallery, Boma, Boutique / Curio shop,
Wine Cellar, Conference facilities, Dining Veranda,
Full Bar facilities, Health/Wellness centre,
Library, Lodge Swimming Pool, Lounge,
Meditation retreat, Non-smoking lounge,
Telephone/Fax Facilities, Television
Standard Suite facilities include:
Air-conditioning, Coffee making facilities,
Dressing room, En-suite bathrooms,
Internal & External Showers,
Fans, Hairdryers,
In-room dining,
Lounge area, Mini-Bars,
Personal attendant/Butler
Private Patio, Private Pool,
Twin-Bedded,
Safes, Study, Telephone
Earth and Bush Lodge are 9 km apart. Selati Camp is 6 km north of Bush Lodge.
The lodges are completely unfenced.
All suites at Sabi Sabi lodges are air-conditioned and have luxury en-suite
bathrooms.
Each suite has an al fresco outside shower.
Cuisine
Dining in a
subterranean wine cellar will be a celebration you
are not likely to forget. Additionally, outdoor
dining in the camp's boma provides a
taste of traditional African cuisine.
Activities
Sabi
Sabi Safaris: Safaris at Sabi Sabi are a
UNIQUE African experience. Guided by your knowledgeable
and experienced ranger and skilled Shangaan tracker,
(FGASA accredited), guests begin an adventure to
spot a myriad of wild animals including, but not
limited to, the Big 5, Leopard, Lion, Rhino, Elephant
and Buffalo. The graceful Impala, dazzling Zebra
and other unique African game will be encountered.
Your own armed and knowledgeable Game Ranger and Shangaan Tracker will take you
deep into the bushveld by open land rover or on foot. Close enough to share in
a thrilling encounter with Africa's beautiful wild creatures.
Sabi Sabi's rangers
and skilled Shangaan trackers, are accredited
by FGASA, (The Field Guides Association of South
Africa) and trained to understand the needs of
guests. They will go to great lengths to ensure that
Safari's at Sabi Sabi are an unforgettable experience
and that you leave the game reserve with a wonderful
knowledge of the flora and fauna, as well as having
taken award-winning photographs of our creatures
and had close, unlimited encounters with our wildlife.
Walking Safaris: While
most animals will be viewed from the comfort and
security of open Land Rovers Sabi Sabi's
safari
team will
encourage you to spend a few hours on foot to experience
the true pulse of Africa. Walks are tailored to individuals
and are not supposed to be route marches but rather
an opportunity to examine the smaller creatures of
the bush often overlooked from the Land Rover.
During these environmental awareness walking trails,
guests will be fascinated by the rangers' in-depth
knowledge of nature and ecology and learn about
Sabi Sabi's conservation and habitat management
policies. The trackers will relate their folklore,
explain medicinal uses of the bush as well as discuss
their cultural heritage.
Birding Hides: Sabi
Sabi is home to over 350 species of bird. These
species include
some of the world's most magnificent
species, from raptors to ornately colored bee-eaters
and all may be spotted from your Land Rover or
from the camp's
birding
hides (blinds) in the game reserve. The bird-life
around the lodges is also prolific.
As the best time
of the day to enjoy game activity is in the cooler
hours, the safaris go out at first
light in the morning and again an hour or two before
sunset. Night Safaris are a unique opportunity
to watch nocturnal predators on the hunt.
During the heat of
the day, guests are encouraged to enjoy
a siesta, cool down in the pool, view the
abundant bird life or pamper yourself in the Earth
Nature Spa.
Wildlife
The wildlife sightings in
the Sabi Sand are renowned for their consistency.
If you want to be literally assured of seeing
the big cats like
Lion and especially Leopard, up close from an open
safari vehicle, then this is the place to go.
To
give an example,
the
following
are extracted from Sabi Sabi's sightings log for
a recent, typical month
at Sabi Sabi.
LION
Lion have been sighted every day this month. Coalitions
of up to 3 males observed on numerous occasions.
On several of these, they have been accompanied
by one or two females and mating has been observed.
Almost daily sightings
of the 4 cubs, always accompanied by one or two
females. Several sightings
of two females in the company of 5 sub-adults. Lone
male and females also observed. The lone males
more frequently.
Males were also sighted at the entrance to Bush Lodge. A
successful Zebra hunt was seen, also the females and young cubs viewed on a Buffalo
kill. Another sighting - females and cubs - on a Kudu
kill.
LEOPARD
Leopard have been
seen on all but three Game Drives this month. The female
with sub-adult cub has been observed almost daily.
On one occasion they were relaxing in the shade in
the branches of a tree. Lone males – numerous
sightings. Lone females – several
sightings – 2
of which were on a kill – Impala and Bush Buck. One female
observed hunting Impala. One male Leopard
observed killing a sleeping male Cheetah.
Fifteen sightings of solitary
females and 16 of solitary males. Three sightings of
male and female together,
but no mating observed. Several sightings of female
and two sub-adults.
BUFFALO
Buffalo seen every
day this month. Herds of Buffalo – some
as large as approximately 350 were seen numerous
times. On one occasion – fighting
with Lion. There were also many
sightings of lone Bulls and groups of up to 10
Bulls. Four male Buffalo were observed on the access
road to Selati Camp.
RHINO
Rhino observed every
day this month. Lone males – observed
almost every day. Numerous sightings
of between 1 and 3 females with 2 sub-adults. Several sightings
of groups of 2 and 3 females.
ELEPHANT
Elephant observed
daily this month. Groups of up to 10
males seen almost daily. Lone Bulls observed
numerous times. One bull observed
having a drink from the swimming pool at Bush Lodge. A
herd of females with sub-adults and juveniles – numerous
sightings.
CHEETAH
Cheetah sightings
almost daily. The female with her
sub-adult cub was seen on many occasions. They
were also observed feeding on a sub-adult Water Buck
kill. Lone male observed
hunting young Kudu and again, feeding on the kill. Also sighted - A
male Leopard killed a sleeping male Cheetah!
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