The Springbok Lodge epitomises the perfect safari
experience with beautifully appointed tented suites, service excellence,
superb cuisine and prolific wildlife - ensuring an unforgettable
experience. Nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal battlefields,
the lodge offers guests a chance to unwind in a picture-perfect
setting.
Springbok Lodge is situated in the Nambiti Private
Game Reserve, a conservancy offering 20 000 acres of pristine,
malaria-free bushveld. The reserve is home to the Big Five, as
well as cheetah, hippo and over 30 species of plains game. Nature
lovers will enjoy the area's biodiversity, with Thornveld and
majestic Acacia trees complementing extensive grasslands which
mirror the plains of Central Africa.
The abundant natural water system, with perennial
rivers and the beautiful waterfall and cascades on the Sundays
River, makes for a unique sanctuary, attracting several rare bird
species and an enviable array of raptors and vultures.
Feast your senses on the magnificent sights, sounds
and smells of this untouched African bush. With every dawn, renew
your bond with nature as you embark on a safari with your experienced
and knowledgeable field guide.
At a Glance
- 15 up-market tented units capable of sleeping
a total of 30 guests
- A central boma (weather permitting)
- A restaurant and bar
- Game drives
- Fly Fishing (seasonal)
- Massage therapy (by arrangement and at an additional
cost)
- Battlefield tours (by arrangement and at an
additional cost)
- Conferencing
- A plunge pool
Accommodation
Our 15 elevated Luxury Tents sleep a maximum of 30 guests,
offering 5-star opulence in the African bush. The tents are air
conditioned in the warm summer months and heated in the chilly
winter ones, with electric blankets keeping guests extra snug.
After a thrilling day of game viewing and birding, indulge in
a deep, scented bubble bath or enjoy the rush of an outdoor shower
under the star-studded sky. Unsurpassed views from each tent deck
allow you to watch the game on the horizon whilst sipping your
morning coffee or favourite sundowner.
Two of the tents are adjacent to the lodge and
equipped with an access ramp instead of stairs, catering for wheelchair-bound
guests and those with mobility challenges. The main lodge and
boma are accessible by wheelchair and the lodge boasts a uniquely-designed,
wheelchair-accessible plunge pool. More information regarding
the tents’ facilities and restrictions with regards to wheelchairs
can be obtained when making a reservation.
Game Drives
Head off on an open, game-viewing vehicle at daybreak or early
afternoon. A personal guide will ensure that you get the most
out of the experience, enjoying the abundance of wildlife and
unspoilt African vistas. You will stop to be given a chance to
stretch your legs and wonder at the sounds and silences of the
bush, while drinking in majestic sunrises or sunsets. The memory
of sipping an Amarula coffee or sundowner in such humbling surroundings
is one that will stay with you forever.
Fly Fishing
The reserve's well stocked dams offer the keen fly fisherman a
chance to indulge in this tranquil pastime (all fishing is on
a ‘catch-and-release' basis).
Adding an extra element of enjoyment are the resident hippo.
Massage Therapy
By prior arrangement, massage therapists will travel from Ladysmith,
offering reflexology, full body massage, back massage and Indian
head massage in the privacy of your tent or, if the weather allows,
out on your deck!
Battlefields
Absorb the rich history of the area by enjoying a day tour with
a registered professional tour guide. You will ‘relive’ the war
as your guide shares with you his vast knowledge of and passion
for the legendary bygone battles.
Visits to monuments and 'places of rest' and stories about the
grand heritage of the Battlefields surrounding Nambiti make for
a most interesting experience. A visit to Rorkes Drift and Isandlwana
battlefields approximately 60 minutes away can also be arranged.
The Elandslaagte area boasts a history that dates
back to the late 1800s when some of the bloodiest battles in history
were fought as Zulu, Boer and British forces clashed over land
and sovereignty. The Battle of Elandslaagte was fought on the
Nambiti Private Game Reserve and the original hospital still stands
within the reserve’s boundaries.
Enquire about our 'Bush & Battlefields
Package' – a minimum three (3) night stay at the lodge including
two afternoon and two morning game drives, a full-day tour of
the Battlefields and all meals and accommodation.
Well positioned on the main route between Johannesburg
and Durban, Springbok Lodge is a four-and-a-half hour drive from
Johannesburg (approximately 400km) and three-and-a-half hours
from the coastal city of Durban). The breathtaking mountains of
the central Drakensberg lie a mere one-and-a-half hours away.
Bringing the lodge even closer is 1.2km landing strip for light
aircraft or helicopters.
Whether Springbok Lodge is your intended destination,
a base from which to explore the surrounding countryside or a
stop-over while touring the country, you are assured an above-average
experience - the lodge has achieved an AA Superior Accommodation
Accreditation for the past two years.
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