Sabi Selati Camp - Sabi Sabi South Africa

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Imagine the Africa of the great safari era when blazing sunsets melted into lantern lit romance and service was an effortless whisper This is the Africa you will experience at Sabi Sabi s Selati Camp an award winning luxury game lodge in South Africa

Selati Camp is strategically situated between the Sabie and Sand Rivers on the traditional game migration path from the Kruger National Park Sabi Sabi Selati Camp is located on the banks of the Msuthlu riverbed in the Sabi Sabi Game Reserve in South Africa

During the 1870 s high in the crevices of the Drakensberg escarpment which rises to the west of Sabi Sabi gold was discovered To transport the gold the parliament of the Old Transvaal Republic commissioned a railway line from the interior to Delagoa Bay in Mozambique A branch railway known as the Selati Line crossed the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Today the line is disused but the old railbed can still be seen in the north-eastern section of Sabi Sabi close to Selati Camp Sabi Sabi s intimate all-suite Selati Camp furnished with a historic Railway theme and 19th century charm meticulously created as an authentic home in the bush is the most unforgettable of all African experiences The railway theme extends from original steam engine name plates signals and other memorabilia in the lounge to collector s pieces in each room and shunter s lamps lighting the way to your suite

Originally created without electricity to preserve the ambience Selati Camp now has overhead fans and air-conditioning while the camp is still lit at night by the gentle flicker of oil lamps the warm glow of fires and the spectacular canopy of the Southern night sky

Accommodation

Accommodation at the Selati Camp is the very height of sumptuousness and grace Eight luxurious suites each one blending harmoniously into its natural surroundings possesses a thatched roof an en suite bathroom and an open air shower

Selati Camp premier accommodation is the sumptuous and spacious Ivory Presidential Suite It offers turn of the 19th century colonial grandeur in the form of original antiques a draped four-poster bed private terrace and fireplace The magnificent en-suite bathroom complete with Persian carpet and antique chaise-longue also features a very private pool and safaris The separate dressing room features an antique wardrobe and dressing table

The Lourenco Marques Suite is a must for honeymooners or the romantic at heart Whether it is the fragrant flower petals strewn on the exquisite bedlinen or the candles illuminating the bathroom on return from the evening safari a stay in this romantic suite will always be remembered

All suites at Sabi Sabi lodges are air-conditioned and have luxury en-suite bathrooms Each suite has an al fresco outside shower Each suite has fans hairdryers in-room dining lounge area room safe and telephone

Dining

World-class cuisine is served on wooden thatched decks built alongside the Msuthlu riverbed in the open air boma or in the farmhouse kitchen or on pontoons on the banks of the river Giving guests a taste of traditional African cuisine

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

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

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

There are also the following facilities available which you can utilize to fill up the hours between game drives an art gallery curio shop TV in lounge

The lodge also offers room service and a private car

Indulge in superior service while enjoying the comforts and tranquillity of Selati Lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve that overlooks the waterholes where herds of game come to drink

Selati Lodge has been meticulously created as an authentic home in the bush and is the most unforgettable of all African experiences Selati Camp combines turn of the century elegance with personalised safari luxury - a rare quality of life experience

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