Northern Sabi Sands Safari Trips & Tours

A wondrous portion of the famed Sabi Sands with big cats galore & the Kruger right on your doorstep.

With 50 kilometres of unfenced border shared with the Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands Reserve forms part of an incredible labyrinth of natural pathways for the region’s iconic wildlife. It’s one of the most well-known and wildlife-filled reserves in the Greater Kruger area and sits just to the west of Kruger National Park. The reserve is so large it can be split into two and the northern section has the lion’s share of the more wallet-friendly lodges, which are scattered across a variety of smaller reserves. Much of the northern region is classic safari terrain: vast stretches of open grasslands dotted with acacia trees, where all manner of plains game roam, as well as elephant, buffalo and big cats on the prowl. Sabi Sands is most famous for its prolific leopard sightings, especially along the two rivers the reserve is named after.

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What to do in Northern Sabi Sands

Classic safari terrain unfolds across this wildlife-rich wonderland, where two rivers carve ancient pathways through acacia-dotted grasslands. Legendary leopard sightings draw safari enthusiasts from across the globe, while the unfenced Kruger boundary allows for spectacular wildlife movement through the reserve. The northern reaches hold a collection of intimate lodges set within smaller, private reserves. Here, plains game roams in abundance, trailed by prowling predators, while elephants and buffalo gather along the iconic waterways. Against this pristine backdrop, local Shangaan culture adds depth to the wilderness experience. Game drives deliver daily wildlife drama, while guided walks reveal the subtleties of the bush. As night falls, spotlit drives uncover nocturnal creatures, and later, the unpolluted sky provides a dazzling stellar display. Birders find paradise in the diverse habitats, from riverside thickets to open savannas.

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