Location
In the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, bordering the Sabie river, 25 minutes from Skukuza airstrip or one and a half hours from Kruger Mpumalanga airport.
Public transport
n/a
Facilities
The River Lodge has two pools, lounge/bar, dining deck, a peaceful riverside deck and bar, health spa, gym and open-air Boma. Ivory Lodge, just upstream, is sophisticated and exclusive, with a stunning river frontage, lounge, wine cellar and use of River Lodge facilities. On request for private use, Lion Sands 1933 has four en suite bedrooms with kids' room for up to eight children, lounge, pool and dedicated ranger, safari vehicle and private chef.
Accommodation
20 rooms at River Lodge have airconditioning, bathroom with shower, minibar and viewing deck. Superior rooms also feature an outdoor shower. The six suites of Ivory Lodge are simply stunning featuring lounge with fireplace and bar, courtyard, private plunge pool with viewing deck, large airconditioned bedroom, open plan bathroom with freestanding bath and indoor and outdoor showers.
Restaurants
River Lodge – Boma, Bush, River bed, Jackleberry and lower deck venues.
Ivory Lodge – Boma, Bush, Mahogany deck and private in-suite dining venues.
Swimming Pools
Two swimming pools located at the River Lodge and a private plunge pool with each suite at Ivory Lodge.
Weddings
Ideal for a luxurious fly-in safari, Lion Sands has two superb lodges, each with its own distinct character and offering a superior safari experience in one of the most game-rich areas of Africa. Celebrate your wedding under an ancient Marula Tree on the banks of the Sabie River. After the ceremony an intimate private dinner for the bride and groom served in the open savannah under the southern sky will be served while singing and dancing celebrates your new journey together.
WEDDING PACKAGE £2020 (JAN01-MAR31 2011), £2110 (APR01-MAR31 2012)
→ Includes private venue in a hide overlooking the Sabie River, CD of photographs, bridal bouquet and groom’s buttonhole, a room upgrade (subject to availability on arrival), manicure or pedicure for the bride, full body massage for the groom, sparkling wine after the ceremony, private dinner in the Sala along the river, decorated room and romantic candlelit turndown service, a gift from the hotel.
NB → Guests must stay at Lion Sands, no day visitors permitted.