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Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge, nestled in the pristine wilderness of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, offers a unique blend of luxury and natural beauty. The area is renowned for its exceptional wildlife, including the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo.
The lodge’s strategic location by the water attracts a variety of wildlife, making it an ideal spot for game viewing. Each day at Chitwa Chitwa unfolds as a new adventure, with guided safari drives at dawn and dusk, allowing guests to witness the majestic African wildlife in its natural habitat. The experienced rangers and trackers ensure a safe and informative journey through the bush, enhancing the overall safari experience.
In addition to thrilling game drives, Chitwa Chitwa offers a range of activities to immerse guests in the African wilderness.
The lodge’s commitment to conservation and community is evident in its eco-friendly practices and support for local projects. Guests can enjoy guided nature walks, offering a closer connection to the land and an opportunity to learn about the smaller creatures and flora of the region. For those seeking relaxation, the lodge boasts a beautiful spa and wellness centre, complete with a variety of treatments designed to rejuvenate the body and soul.
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- Each Suite has a view of the waterhole, a private viewing deck with a plunge pool
- Well-known for its delightful cuisine
- Big 5 game-viewing in the Sabi Sands
Accommodation
Chitwa House
Chitwa House features two appointed en-suite rooms with private decks and outdoor showers, the common areas include a spacious common lounge and dining area and a lake-view deck with a swimming pool.
Chitwa Suites
Each of the six individually decorated suites opens onto a private lake view with its own private plunge pool.
The luxury suites are very spacious and feature a four-postered king-sized bed and a sitting area, and can accommodate one extra bed for children.
The Charlsy Suite
These Suites are perfect for families, it consists of two appointed inter-leading en-suite rooms joined by a comfortable living area and a bathroom with a bathtub, and an indoor and outdoor shower.
A spacious common lake view deck with a swimming pool completes this unique suite.
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Dining
Dining at Chitwa Chitwa moves with the day and the bush. Breakfasts and lunches are served on the suite decks or the main lodge terrace overlooking the lake, with sundowners and canapes on the elevated decks. Dinners range from plated multi-course menus to bush braais and a wood-fired pizza setup under the stars. An underground wine cellar, built around the natural granite floor, holds the South African list.
Wellness
The lodge has a holistic spa for massages, body wraps, masks, and exfoliations, with a gym for anyone keeping to a routine in the bush. Each of the six suites comes with its own private plunge pool, and a rim-flow pool runs along the main deck above the lake. A library and a shaded sunset deck handle the slower hours between game drives.
Activities
Chitwa is built around the largest lake in the Sabi Sand, so much of the game viewing happens from the deck as elephants, big cats, and hippos come to drink. Twice-daily drives run in open Land Rovers with a ranger and Shangaan tracker, on a reserve known for leopard and lion. Guided bush walks, photographic safaris, and cultural visits to the nearby Shangaan village of Dixie fill the rest.
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Jaike Rowe
Luxury Travel Expert"There's no better way to appreciate the natural world than by taking part in a South African safari. You'll have the chance to see the Big Five whilst never compromising when it comes to luxury. "
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Ben Cousin
Luxury Travel Expert"The cosmopolitan hub of Cape Town is often overlooked as a fantastic travel destination. It has a palpably vibrant character and a flourishing food scene. I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to experience something completely different. "
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