The 18,500 hectare Singita Private Game Reserve forms part of the world-famous Sabi Sand Reserve, which adjoin the borders of the Kruger National Park. Singita Ebony Lodge offers exquisite luxury, rare solitude and perfect tranquillity, complemented by dedicated and professional staff who seek to pamper and please you.
World class accommodation, comfort, style, food and rare vintage wines stroke the senses. Attention to detail is unsurpassed. Discover for yourself why the finest private game reserve in Africa has earned its worldwide reputation as the ultimate wildlife safari.
Herds of buffalo and elephant, large prides of lion, the majestic leopard and antelope by the thousands make this area one of the finest locations for viewing the Big 5 anywhere in the world. Early morning game drives, and afternoon into spotlit evening game drives in open Land Rovers ensure a close encounter with Africa's wildlife.
In-between game drives, indulge your senses with a treatment at the Wellness spa, or gaze across the endless wonders of the African bush while working out in the gym.
Singita Ebony Lodge offers 12 luxurious double suites, each set on the banks of the Sand River amongst the giant ebony trees. Each suite has air-conditioning, a double-sided fireplace, cosy lounge area, bathroom and indoor and outdoor showers, a private swimming pool and secluded game-viewing deck.
There are 8 Ebony Suites, 2 Lewis Suites (which are situated closer to the main lodge), a Family Suite (with a master bedroom and a comfortable second bedroom), and a larger Two Bedroomed Suite, which is actually 2 separate suites sharing an entrance - so perfect for families neediing a little more privacy from each other.
Directions For Drivers
From Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction): Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536.
Once on the R536, continue along this road for approximately 34.5 km and on the left-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for various lodges including Inyati, Idube and Savanna. Turn left here onto the sand road (if the MalaMala, Sabi Sabi and Londolozi signs are reached, or the Kruger Gate itself, you have gone too far and must turn back).
Once you have turned onto the sand road you will go through a cattle control gate. From this point the way is well signposted with the lodge signboards. The sand road has potholes and also goes past some villages, so please drive carefully. There is approximately 12 km of sand road, after which you will arrive at the Newington Gate entrance of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
From the Kruger Mpumalanga/Nelspruit International Airport: Turn right out of the airport onto the R538 and follow the signs to White River (Witrivier). Continue for approximately 12 km, until you reach the first set of traffic lights in White River, with the mosque on your left. Turn right and travel towards Hazyview on the R40. After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn right here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Johannesburg/Pretoria: Take the N12 or N4 highway respectively to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Keep on the N4 until you reach Nelspruit, where you will turn left onto the R40 to White River. In White River, at the first set of traffic lights in the town itself, turn left, following signs to Hazyview and Wildtuin/Kruger National Park. At the next set of traffic lights, turn right. Cross over the next set of traffic lights and then at the final set, with a Caltex garage on your right, turn left on the R40 for Hazyview (the R538, via the Numbi Gate, is a busy road and not recommended). After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Johannesburg/Pretoria via Scenic Route: Take the N12 or N4 highway to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Take the R36 to Lydenburg/Mashishing. In Lydenburg/Mashishing, follow the signs to Sabie over the Long Tom Pass (the highest tar road in South Africa). In Sabie, take the R536 to Hazyview. Just before Hazyview you will reach a T-junction. Turn right onto the R40 towards Hazyview. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From Hoedspruit Airport: Turn right out of the airport towards the R40. At the T-junction, turn left onto the R40 towards White River and Hazyview. Proceed on the R40 for approximately 88 km until you reach a set of traffic lights in Hazyview with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn left here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).
From the Paul Kruger Gate: Go through the gate, and follow the R536 to Hazyview. Continue along this road and on the right-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for various lodges including Inyati, Idube and Savanna. Turn right here onto the sand road. Once you have turned onto the sand road you will go through a cattle control gate. From this point the way is well signposted with the lodge signboards. The sand road has potholes and also goes past some villages, so please drive carefully. There is approximately 12 km of sand road, after which you will arrive at the Newington Gate entrance of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
ONCE AT THE NEWINGTON GATE: For self-drive visitors, there is a R140 per person and a R310 per vehicle entrance fee, payable in cash at the entrance gate (subject to change). Please retain your receipt as proof of entrance and have it stamped at your destination when you are leaving, which acts as your Exit Permit. Once inside the gate, follow the signs to the lodge through the reserve.
Do not get out of your car until you reach the lodge. You may see some wildlife on your way - if you do, slow down and maintain a good distance. Do not drive off-road in any circumstances.
General Information For Guests
Each luxury air condtioned suite consists of an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower, expansive living area with double sided fireplace, mini bar and fridge and private wooden leisure desk with a heated private plunge pool. all Suites have direct dial telephones.
Facilities at the lodge include a lounge and timber-deck dining areas overlooking the Sand River, bar area and open boma, gymnasium, health spa, library, wine cellar and swimming pool. The library has two computers and direct internet links. Mountain biking and archery also available and guided safari walks are available on request.
The lodge seats a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle on game drives.
Other activities that can be arranged include community tours.
Internet, satellite TV and fax facilities are available. Laundry facilities are available.
A Guest Conservation Contribution has been included within your rate. The proceeds go towards the Sabi Sand Wildtuin anti-poaching efforts, the community and ecology.
The sole use of Land Rovers can be arranged upon request, subject to availability, and will be at an additional charge.
If you are arriving/departing via FedAir, the lodge is a 5 minute drive away from the airstrip.
