SANBONA WILDLIFE RESERVE

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve – Untamed. Untouched. Unforgettable.

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is the Western Cape's Premier Wildlife Destination. The malaria-free Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is around a three-hour scenic drive from Cape Town in the heart of the Little Karoo, along Route 62 – the world’s longest wine route. 

At the foot of the towering Warmwaterberg Mountains, Sanbona boasts 62, 000 hectares of sculpted Cape Fold Mountains, wide-open Karoo plains, indigenous flora and fauna and rare examples of San rock art, some dating back more than 3, 500 years, plus a unique boat safari. 

More than a Big 5 wilderness reserve, it’s the vastness of the landscape, the alluring stillness and isolation amid raw beauty and boundless plains that make Sanbona unique. 

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Accommodation at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Enjoy an authentic desert-style escape without compromising on any modern-day comforts. Sanbona offers three different luxury accommodation options, each with their own distinctive style and appeal.

Dwyka Tented Lodge is embraced by striking rock formations, Dwyka Tented Lodge epitomises an atmosphere of seclusion. Nine luxury tents, with private decks and heated plunge pools are set in a horseshoe bend of a dry Karoo ravine. The lodge stands proud upon the beautifully weathered landscape reflecting the nomadic lifestyle of the Khoisan hunter-gatherers who once roamed this land. Rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at the Relaxation Retreat, which offers an extensive menu of treatments and therapies. Dine alfresco in the boma or unwind in the communal lounge.

Gondwana Family Lodge overlooks the magnificent Anysberg Mountains and Bellair Dam, Gondwana Lodge is the perfect sanctuary for family, friends and groups. This spacious thatched Lodge offers guests a sense of modern comfort with a touch of bush authenticity in these 12 generously proportioned luxury suites. Interconnecting rooms, indoor and outdoor play areas and a child-friendly pool cater for guests of all ages plus the Eco-Explorers programme offers educational and recreational wildlife experiences. A Relaxation Retreat with an extensive menu of therapies and treatments, including a steam room offers a serene ending to a fun-filled day.

Tilney Manor offers six spacious open-plan suites leading on to private verandas. Each suite has breath-taking views of the undulating mountains and landscape embrace the historical Tilney Manor in a refuge of peace and tranquillity. The Manor Guest experiences include authentic Karoo cuisine, luxurious lounges, bespoke Heritage Lounge, exercise room and a rim flow pool. Indulge your senses at the Relaxation Retreat that boasts a steam room and sauna while witnessing a pure African spectacle – a Karoo sunset.

Activities at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Guest Activities include Game Drives, lasting up to 3 hours, that take place in the tranquil moods of sunrise and sunset.

Guided Widerness Walks with qualified walking guides provide the opportunity for guests to experience the excitement of tracking, bird, insect, plant identification as well as experience nature in a holistic sense.

Relaxation Retreats where various beauty & massage treatments can be enjoyed. 

Stargazing & Story Telling - with the absence of artificial light, the stargazing at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is phenomenal and amongst the best in Southern Africa.  Discover the ancient myths of the stories told by the San about their visions of the stars.

Boat Safaris offers guests a unique game viewing perspective from the water. 

Sanbona and the spirit of the San people welcomes you.

Please contact the team at Sanbona directly for enquiries.

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