Ulusaba Rock Lodge
Sabi Sand Game Reserve,
South Africa
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ULUSABA
ROCK LODGE -
SABI SAND GAME RESERVE
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve
is part of the Sabi Sand Reserve which is a 66,000-hectare
reserve bordering the Kruger National Park. Some
of this land has been in private hands since 1869
and was initially hunted. During the early 1920's
most of the area was stocked with cattle and by 1927
they were competing with wild game for grazing. A
Foot-and-Mouth epidemic broke out in 1938 which resulted
in all the cattle being shot.
The hills of Ulusaba are spectacular as they rise
above the surrounding bushveld offering a view unsurpassed
anywhere in the reserve. The tribe occupying
the area long ago used the hills as an outpost for
the chief and senior warriors. The elevation gave
them tremendous advantage during battle and meant
the enemy was unlikely to win, as surprise attack
was virtually impossible. The tribal members could
therefore live in safety and the place was called
Ulusaba, meaning "place of little fear."
In 1984 the road up to Rock Lodge was built with
the lodge itself being completed in 1985. In those
days, it was comprised of a dining room, bar and
four chalets. In 1990 the self-catering Safari Lodge,
comprising 3 chalets was completed. Sale of the property
occurred in 1991 with both lodges being transformed
into world-class lodges. Disaster struck in 1988
when Rock Lodge was hit by lightning and the main
lodge burned down. Two months later, a massive bush
fire ravaged the area and Safari Lodge was almost
completely lost. Mid-1999 saw the dawning of a new
era for Ulusaba
with the property being sold for the first time to
a foreign investor - Sir Richard Branson. Since then,
Ulusaba has undergone a major transformation.
Rock Lodge spans the cliff face of Ulusaba Mountain,
800 feet above sea level, and overlooks the sprawling
wilderness below. All bedrooms and bathrooms have
been completely redesigned to satisfy every indulgence,
and each boasts a private, furnished sun deck from
which to enjoy the dramatic views. Interiors reflect
African culture and are filled with indigenous furniture
and fabrics to create a Safari décor. A new
swimming pool with a natural waterfall has been built
into rock on the hillside and is surrounded by exotic
tropical gardens. New spa facilities include a fully
equipped gymnasium and offer treatments such as aroma
therapy massage. Rock lodge is comprised 11 air-conditioned
rooms and can accommodate 22 people in total. The
lodge is available for exclusive use.
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Carved
deep into the Ulusaba rock itself and elevated
high above the great Sabi Sand Game Reserve stands
Rock Lodge. Representing the deep interior of Africa,
the interiors of the camp have been designed with
traditional colors and weaving's to create a truly
magical environment.
Accommodation consists of four Rock Rooms, four
Rock Cliff Rooms, and a stunning stand-alone, split-level
Master Suite, which is sure to bring out the romantic
in you. The Rock Suite has two bedrooms, each with
en-suite bathrooms, and is ideal for those wishing
to bring little cubs of their own! Six of these
bedrooms can be converted to twin or double beds
upon request.
Each of the luxurious ten bedrooms is air conditioned
with private decks overlooking the far-reaching
savannah below. All beds are covered by mosquito
netting. The décor
in each guest room is reminiscent of a particular
African
tribe
or region. Original artifacts, traditional colors
and weaving's have been blended while retaining
the utmost in comfort and luxury. All rooms include
telephones. A complimentary laundry and pressing
service is included on a daily basis. Hair dryers
and international adapters are available in all
rooms.
The lodge also includes two tennis courts with
a viewing pavilion, a swimming pool and a fully
equipped gymnasium. The Aroma Boma (beauty therapy
room) offers treatments
ranging from massage, waxing, facials, manicures,
pedicures and make-up. The lodge offers a
qualified chiropractor specializing in deep tissue
chiropractic massage and acupuncture. Business facilities
are available upon request. Also
available are DVD, video, music, a library, board
games,
children's books and games.
The stunning Infinity Pool, with its natural waterfall,
is the ideal location to enjoy the tranquility
of the African bush. This magnificent lodge is
sure to provide a spiritual awakening and adventure
that will leave you longing to return to this special
place, Ulusaba.
Children under 12 are quite welcome at Rock Lodge.
Although children under the age of six are not
permitted on game drives, the staff are delighted
to assist with babysitting. Numerous activities
like painting, treasure hunts, videos, swimming,
tennis, books, etc. are available for children
of all ages.
Cuisine
Ulusaba's internationally
renowned chefs have developed numerous Pan African
dishes influenced by many African cultures, flavors
and spices. No dietary requirement is too difficult
and all requests are catered for. Whether dining out
under the African sky, in the boma, on a deck or in
the dining room, Ulusaba's menus and meals promise
to be exciting, social and inspirational. All breads
and pastries are baked daily and they will gladly cater
for private meals and special occasions.
Activities
Experience
a real bush adventure with twice-daily game drives.
Drive through the reserve accompanied by a qualified
ranger and tracker who personally look after each guest. Or if you prefer, contemplate nature's bounty by
encountering the many different species of birds
and fauna on a guided walking safari. Whatever adventure
you have encountered during the day, you can be sure
that the staff will be on hand not only to talk to
you about it, but to look after all your needs.
After an exhilarating day's game viewing, relax at
the Aroma Boma beauty treatment center, enjoy a game
of tennis, take a swim in the infinity pool or perhaps
a workout in the fully equipped gym. Whatever you desire,
you will be sure to find a place that really is heaven
on earth.
Guests come to Ulusaba for the game but many will want
to add an extra couple of days to enjoy the exhilaration
of the bush. As well as the extensive facilities available
at the lodge, guests may relax by the side of the freshwater
Shikwenga dam while fishing or visit a local animal
orphanage to get close to the younger animals. Guests
also have an opportunity to stop by one of the local
breeding projects to see the efforts that go
into retaining the numbers of wildlife so abundant
in this beautiful area of South Africa.
Ulusaba also offers day excursions by road or air to
Sudwala caves, Crocodile Reptile Park, whitewater rafting,
Shangaan Cultural Village, shopping at Graskop, and
Pilgrims Rest.
Wildlife
The Sabi Sand Game Reserve
borders the world-renowned Kruger National Park,
but there are no fences
here and wildlife moves and migrates freely
throughout the region, providing fantastic game-viewing
opportunities from open, four-wheel drive vehicles. The
Sabi Sand Reserve has a higher bio-mass of animals
per hectare than the internationally renowned Kruger
National Park, which borders the Sabi Sand Reserve.
Ulusaba
Private Game Reserve is a Big Five viewing area. A variety
of animal species can be found in this wilderness
haven, including Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard,
White Rhino, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Hippo, Kudu,
Wildebeest and a variety of over 300 bird species.
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