Duration
4-Day
Accra, South Africa
Ivory Lodge at Lion Sands blends luxury with adventure in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Each suite offers a private plunge pool and breathtaking river views, with seamless indoor-outdoor living. Guests can enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, world-class service, and the option to sleep under the stars in a secluded treehouse for a truly immersive safari experience.
Plan snapshot
Duration
4-Day
Route
Skukuza to Skukuza
Via Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands)
Country & park
South Africa
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury+ tour uses lodges.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Day 1-3
Luxury+ lodge inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
After touching down at Skukuza Airport, you’ll be transferred to the luxurious Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Settle into your stunning suite, take a moment to unwind, and prepare for the adventure ahead. Your private lounge, patio, deck, and pool invite you to relax while the attentive staff caters to your every need. Whether it’s your favourite champagne stocked in the minibar or your go-to shirt freshly washed and pressed, everything is taken care of to ensure your stay is effortless. As the afternoon rolls in, embark on your first Big 5 game drive through the legendary Sabi Sands with sundowners. Dining at Ivory Lodge is an experience in itself. Your table is set wherever you desire. Each meal is a journey featuring dishes and wines that bring fresh flavours to your palate. Every dietary requirement and craving is satisfied. Luxury+ lodge located inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 2
Over days 2 and 3 at Ivory Lodge, your mornings begin with an exhilarating game drive through the wildlife-rich Sabi Sands. Morning game drives include a stop for fire-brewed coffee, with an Amarula-spiked option as a treat. Enjoy freshly baked goodies while chatting with your expert guide as the bush comes to life, followed by a hearty breakfast back at the lodge. Specialist activities include game drives, bush walks, stargazing, bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and bush dinners. For those seeking a little more adventure, spend a night in one of Ivory Sand's enchanting treehouses. Kingston Treehouse offers a luxury escape with panoramic wilderness views, while Chalkley Treehouse delivers an authentic, adventurous experience. Arrive at your treehouse for a picnic dinner, sundowners, and the sounds of the wild under a sky full of stars. Your lodge suite will be kept ready should you choose to return early, and a ranger will be close by and readily available on the radio. Luxury+ lodge located inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 4
If time allows, savour one last morning game drive before your flight, followed by a delicious bush breakfast. Afterwards, you’ll be transferred to Skukuza Airport for your onward journey, carrying with you unforgettable safari memories. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
At Viatu, we don't just plan memorable trips, we craft meaningful journeys that are good for people and the planet. With 10+ years exploring Africa, we've found the best hidden-gems for an impactful adventure! Whether solo, a duo, a group, or with family, our multilingual team (EN, DE, FR, ES, & PT!) is set to make your travel dreams real. So, get packing and let Viatu turn your wanderlust into reality!
Office In
Switzerland
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2020)
Member Of
Regenerative Travel, Future of Tourism, UN Global Compact, 1% For the Planet & B-Corp
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Eswatini, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Namibia, Réunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Our experience with Viatu was nothing short of exceptional—their communication was prompt and thoughtful, service seamlessly professional, and every detail reflected remarkable reliability and value, culminating in a tour so immersive and well-curated that it felt less like a trip and more like a masterclass in hospitality and precision. Simone was our trip consultant and she was absolutely phenomenal.
Marshall · United States
Mardi organised the most amazing holiday for us in Namibia. I usually do all our travel research, plans and booking but Nambia is vast with so many choices I am so glad I got Mardi to work on our itinerary and book everything She was professional and personable. The planning calls were great and really felt personalized. We loved every place we stayed and she got the right mix of balancing the budget and spending in places where it was worth it. Her itinerary was spot on balancing the mix of driving and activities. Always flexible and prepared to look at different options - think she really understood the type of people we were and what we would like. Great call a week before we left to go through everything, questions and some good travel tips. Car Hire was great and the Viatu App was really useful through out the trip. We felt that everything we did was worth it - just wish we had more time in Nambia, It is a fabulous country to visit and we loved our time there . Thanks Mardi!!
Jane · Ireland
Very quick response to the initial inquiry. Video call was helpful to communicate in more efficient way. Good choice of proposed itineraries. Mardi provided us with friendly and supportive service in organising the trip.
Sofia · Australia
Mardi from Viatu planned every last little detail for our 12 day driving trip around Namibia. This trip exceeded our expectations, from the amazing wildlife to the breathtaking landscapes and the beautiful Namibian people. It truly was the trip of a lifetime. Everything went so smoothly.. We were a bit nervous about the long drives, but they gave us the chance to appreciate the stunning country. Viatu would check in on us to make sure everything was going ok. Definitely use Viatu to book your bucket-list trip. Thanks Mardi!
Adrien and John · Australia
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Skukuza
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Viatu, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Viatu.
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