Sabi Earth Lodge - Sabi Sabi South Africa

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Earth Lodge is a sanctuary symbolising a new era in luxury South African safari lodges Sculpted into a slope of the earth almost invisible in the landscape the lodge uses texture light and space to present a lodge like no other Taking its cue from the surrounding environment it has been described as the most environmentally sensitive lodge in Africa

Earth Lodge reveals itself in a series of sensory revelations On arrival a hidden corridor leads you down on a journey to a unique and unforgettable experience The unexpected entrance opens to a panorama of uninterrupted bushveld As in nature everything at Earth Lodge exists in harmony and you are immediately aware of a sense of calm and a restoring spirit

Accommodation

Earth Lodge has superbly appointed suites in an intimate setting in the heart of the African bushveld designed to merge with the environment while still being stylish at the same time

Each of the suites at this luxury lodge features individually designed furniture private plunge pool en-suite glass fronted bathroom indoor and outdoor shower and butler services The natural wooden sculptures by renowned South African artist Geoffrey Armstrong add a powerful magic

Suites feature air-conditioning coffee making facilities dressing room en suite bathrooms with internal and external showers fans hairdryers in-room dining lounge area mini-bars private patio safe study and telephone

The Amber Suite is a glorious celebration of generous size and space Beyond belief in its beauty from the magnificent carved wooden headboard to the deep egg-shaped bath the suite boasts its own exercise room steam room study full bar facilities private landrover and kitchen It captures the spirit of nature and luxury in one unique experience

Dining

In the evening you return to your lodge for dinner heralded by the blasts of a Kudu horn Join your ranger in the boma African grass hut an open air reed fenced enclosure lit by paraffin lamps where you will savour a sumptuous bushveld feast under the incomparable star-studded African night sky

The sounds of the animated conversations about your day s highlights soon join the muted sounds of the bush as you enjoy the finest selection of Cape vintage wines at your luxury accommodation in Sabi Sabi Reserve

The lodge cuisine adds yet another touch of magic The inspirational boma cut out of the solid ground captures all the wild exoticism of Africa Meals can also be served in the beautiful underground wine cellar and these can be an experience just as much for the eyes as for the palate Dining in a subterranean cellar will be a celebration you are not likely to forget

Activities Facilities

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

Each morning and evening you will depart from this luxury safari lodge into the wilderness either by open Land Rover or on foot for a walking safari accompanied by your armed and knowledgeable Game Ranger and Shangaan Tracker Close enough to share in a thrilling encounter with Africa s beautiful wild creatures

On a night game drive there are numerous nocturnal hunters and you may be lucky enough to spot a Lion Leopard Porcupine or Civet at this lodge in Sabi Sabi Game Reserve

Relaxing in the African bush connecting with nature rejuvenating mind body and soul this is what awaits you at the Camelot International Earth Nature Spa at Sabi Sabi s Earth Lodge

The philosophy when constructing Earth Lodge was to create a lodge that is at one with nature and reflects the spirit of the African Renaissance The result is a lodge that is sculpted into the earth - hence it s name - and created to appeal to all five senses Combine that with Camelot s philosophy of creating a haven to rest relax and revitalise and you have the sensory experience of a lifetime

Camelot s Earth Nature Spa at Earth Lodge was an integral part of the lodge s design and reflects the unique textures that prevail throughout Four fully equipped treatment rooms including a double room ideal for couples look out onto uninterrupted views of the African bush where animals birds and plants exist as they have done for centuries

Two qualified Camelot International therapists are on hand with a full range of spa treatments and therapies including facials manicures pedicures waxing and a wide range of massages such as Swedish Body Massage Aromatherapy Shiatsu and Deep Tissue Massage

The spa also specialises in combined Hydro water therapy and Phytotherapy plant seaweed therapy treatments that include wraps and bath additives The feeling of well being that comes from luxuriating at Earth Lodge s spa is enhanced by the exclusive French spa product Phytomer used in all treatments Phytomer specialises in marine cosmetics drawing inspiration from the sea

Rounding off the experience are two hydrotherapy baths and a jacuzzi For those wanting to ward off the effects of Earth Lodge s excellent cuisine prepared by award-winning chef Karl Schilz the spa has a boutique gym with treadmill cycle and weight training facility

Adjoining the spa and perfect for holistic revitalisation is a tranquil Zen meditation garden that blends into Earth Lodge s structure offering a retreat for quiet moments

Further facilities and activities available include library art gallery wine cellar boutique curio shop conference facilities swimming pool business centre babysitting room service laundry service and internet access Everything has been created for your indulgence

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

The entire lodge features an unusual unadorned finish that has been achieved by blending natural elements such as straw stone and pigment into the cement plaster at your luxury accommodation in Sabi Sabi Reserve The natural bush vegetation that grows right up to the lodge building further enhances this natural feel at Earth Lodge

The style of the unique architecture was inspired by Earth Shelter Architecture from the Middle ages where the buildings are excavated into the slope of a site and the sand and plants are put back onto the roofs The result is what has been termed by a visiting conservationist the most ecologically-sensitively-designed lodge in Africa Its the ideal place for you to avail yourself of luxury accommodation in Sabi Sabi Reserve

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