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    Sabi Sands

    Tengile River Lodge

    Luxurious riverside living

    Set on a bend in the Sand River, this lodge lives up to its name –  Tengile means “tranquil” in the local Tsonga language. Elegant interiors meet modern finishes and amenities, with plenty of space to savour the solitude, or mingle with your fellow travellers.

    The nine “floatings” suites look out over the river, raised above ground level and offer wonderful views of the surrounding forest. The spacious suites will boast sunken lounges, elegant bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms (with indoor and al fresco showers) opening out onto the cool riverine forest.

    Indulge in a relaxing massage at the spa, or spend some time in the gym, when you’re not out exploring the area on a game drive.

    Sustainability is paramount at Tengile River Lodge, and environmentally friendly materials have been used in construction, with durability in mind. Solar power systems have been installed to cut down on the amount of electricity used.

    Highlights

    Morning and evening game drives

    Birdwatching

    Interpretive bush walks

    Nine suites

    Private lap pool

    Spa

    Gym

    Ready to plan your adventure?

    Whatever you want from your trip, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Plan your trip to Sabi Sands

    Whatever you want from your adventure in Sabi Sands, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Places to combine Tengile River Lodge with

    Singita Ebony Villa

    South Africa

    Singita Ebony Villa

    Sitting alongside the meandering Sands River, set amidst wild bush and enormous trees in the middle of South Africa’s ‘big cat country’, is Singita’s original Ebony Lodge and the private Ebony Villa. Unrivalled hospitality is blended with the heritage of an English country home to create a timeless and welcoming safari experience.

    The Ebony Villa is composed by the linking together of the lodge’s two two-bedroom suites, perfect for families, especially those with younger children, or friends looking for more exclusivity. The individual suites – each already wonderfully equipped – are connected by a private lounge, swimming pool and deck area, with the villa suited to up to four adults and four children under 12 years, or up to six adults and teenagers.

    During the safari, enjoy a private guide and vehicle, chef, host and banakeli (personal waiter). Dining can be completely private at the villa, or enjoyed at the main lodge, and there is a private entrance and boma for those seeking complete seclusion. Guests of the villa can use the lodge’s amenities, indulging in the Bush Spa, relaxing in the library, using the well-equipped gym or cooling down in the pool.

    Of course the highlight here is the rich array of wildlife. Species such as leopard, lion, rhino, large herds of buffalo, elephant, reedbuck, hyena, hippopotamus, nyala, cheetah, wild dogs and many types of birds can be spotted on privately guided day and night game drives, and thrilling walking safaris. Other activities such as stargazing will get Africa even further under your skin.

    MalaMala Camp

    South Africa

    MalaMala Camp

    Flanking the Sand River, MalaMala Main Camp has enjoyed its prime location in the MalaMala Game Reserve since the 1930s. The camp is unfenced for a real bushveld experience and uninterrupted vistas of massive trees and rolling green lawns where wandering antelope and elephant seek solace.

    There are 19 homely air conditioned rooms, including eight suites, an infinity pool and main lodge area with library, bar and dining area. Dinners are a traditional affair around a blazing fire in the reed-enclosed boma under the night sky above.

    When you’re not out on exhilarating game drives or bush walks, you can watch wildlife from the comfort of the shade of a Jackalberry tree on the large wooden safari deck. For keen photographers, a specially equipped vehicle with mounts and dedicated photographic ranger can be arranged.

    Ariel view of waves breaking on a forested shoreline