Ulusaba Private Game Reserve
Kruger National Park, Limpopo and Mpumalanga, South Africa
Situated in South Africa's Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, Ulusaba spans 13,500 hectares where the Big Five roam freely. Owned by Sir Richard Branson, this private game reserve offers unparalleled wildlife encounters and luxurious accommodations. It's an exceptional choice for travelers eager to experience the African bush in comfort and style.
Rooms and suites
Ulusaba features 20 rooms and suites across two distinct lodges. Rock Lodge offers eight rooms with sweeping views of the bush, some including private plunge pools. The nearby Cliff Lodge houses two expansive suites with outstanding views of the Sabi Sand, providing extra space and privacy suitable for families or groups. Safari Lodge's ten treehouse-style rooms are built along the dry Mabrak riverbed, connected by swinging bridges among the trees, perfect for guests seeking a unique connection with nature.
Amenities and experiences
Twice-daily game drives with seasoned rangers and trackers across 33,000 acres to see the Big Five and other wildlife. Guided walking safaris after breakfast for close-up exploration.
Treatments available at the Aroma Boma Spa, either 800 feet above the savannah or among the trees by the riverbed. Two swimming pools for refreshing dips between activities.
Fully equipped gym at Safari Lodge.
Pan-African cuisine ranging from communal dinners to private bush picnics and traditional braais. South African wines available from well-stocked cellars at both lodges.
Two floodlit tennis courts for daytime or evening play.
Cub's Club with activities for children, including safari goodies, games and dedicated programs.
Volunteering opportunities through Pride 'n Purpose, supporting local communities.
Scenic tours like the Canyons, Cultures and Contrasts tour or helicopter flights over the Drakensberg Escarpment.
How to get here
Located in the western sector of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, adjacent to Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, Ulusaba is accessible via several options. The closest international airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. From there, guests can take a 1-hour and 20-minute flight to Ulusaba's private airstrip (ULX), with scheduled and charter flights available. Alternatively, flights to Hoedspruit Airport or Skukuza Airport with transfers can be arranged. Road transfers are another option; driving from Johannesburg takes approximately six hours. Once at Ulusaba, transportation within the reserve is provided by the lodges.
