Overview
Step back in time and into romance at Sabi Sabi Selati Lodge — an intimate retreat steeped in the golden age of African exploration.
Nestled within the private Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, bordering the legendary Kruger National Park, Selati Lodge is a true original — a rare blend of history, charm, and quiet opulence.
By night, Selati glows not with electricity, but with atmosphere.
Flickering oil lamps, lanterns, and roaring fires cast a warm, golden light, creating an ambiance that is both nostalgic and deeply intimate.
It’s the kind of place where time slows down, stories unfold over candlelight, and the sounds of the bush become part of the soundtrack to your stay.
With just eight thatched suites, Selati Lodge promises seclusion, serenity, and personalized luxury.
Each suite is a sanctuary, thoughtfully appointed with classic elegance and rich textures — from fine linens and claw-footed bathtubs to outdoor showers and private verandas that open into the wild.
For those seeking something extraordinary, choose from a selection of bespoke accommodations:
- Luxury Suites, each with its own character and charm
- A beautifully appointed Honeymoon Suite, where romance is woven into every detail
- And the opulent Presidential Suite, an exclusive escape for those craving indulgence in the heart of the bush
Selati Lodge is more than a safari — it’s a love letter to Africa’s past, and a truly unforgettable way to experience the wild.
Whether you’re toasting under the stars, waking to the call of a distant lion, or simply soaking in the stillness, every moment here feels like it belongs to another time — and completely, entirely to you.
Highlights
- Located in the Sabi Sands on private concession
- Unique historic explorer-style camp
- Small, exclusive & intimate
- Ideal for honeymooners
- Thrilling game sightings
Recent Press
Condé Nast Traveler – #9 in Top 20 Safari Lodges & Camps in Africa: Readers’ Choice Awards 2014
More Information
Location
South Africa, Kruger, Kruger Private Reserves
Type of Accommodation
Lodge
Comfort Level
Comfortable
Facilities
This charming safari lodge provides ample thatched lounge areas which extend out onto open and shaded decks arranged around a peaceful garden and the large lodge swimming pool.
Find a quiet spot with your book or binoculars and watch birds in the garden and animals passing the lodge.
General Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Secure Parking
- Boma
- Wi-fi available
- Library
- Bar
Dining
For your first meal of the day, the chefs at Selati Camp prepare a typical South African breakfast which includes freshly baked breads, jams and preserves from the region.
Lunch and dinner also comprise excellent cuisine, and meals are served on the decks built over the riverbed, around the roaring fire in the open-air boma or in the charming farmhouse kitchen.
Rooms
Selati Camp is one of the smallest camps in the Sabi Sabi Game Reserve and is made up of only seven luxury thatched suites, each with en suite bathrooms and private alfresco shower.
The beds are draped with romantic mosquito netting and at night the suites are lit with flickering oil lamps (although you can also switch the electric lights on if they are needed) while the verandas allow you to survey your own corner of Africa in private.
Room Amenities
Luxury Suite AMENITIES
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Hairdryer
- Mini bar
- Safe in room
- Tea & coffee-making facilities
- Telephone
- En-suite bath and shower
- Outdoor shower
- Outdoor area
Other Room Types
The Presidential Ivory Suite is the choice of royalty and heads of state when they visit. This spacious suite is decorated in colonial-style and features original antiques, a net-draped 4-poster bed, private terrace, fireplace and a private plunge pool.
The large en suite bathroom is particularly decadent. Those staying in the Presidential Ivory Suite also have exclusive use of a game viewing vehicle and dedicated game ranger.
Honeymooners staying in the Lourenco Marques Suite can expect a particularly romantic stay with every detail carefully considered. This special suite has a large, king-size bed and beautiful antique pieces and also features a large outdoor bathtub for bathing under African skies in complete privacy and is ideal for special occasions: expect to find flower petals and candles in your room upon your return from a night drive!
Activities
- Photographic safaris
- Bird watching
- Game drives
- Guided walks
- Guided walking safaris
- Night drives
