Running along the banks of the Sabie River, Lion Sands Narina Lodge combines an exclusive wilderness experience with luxury accommodation. Situated in a 5000 hectare private concession in the Kruger, the lodge is an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding area and the wide variety of game on offer, including leopard, buffalo and lion. Guiding at the lodge is of a very high standard, with the experienced guides at Narina heightening game drives with their expert knowledge of the area and the wildlife that call it home.
The property is raised off of the ground on stilts, providing extra special views of the river. Guests can sit out and enjoy a spot of casual game viewing, particularly so during the winter months; with the river a popular haunt for elephant herds. Narina nestles among a canopy of trees, helping it to blend well with its surroundings, and offers 9 charming suites.
Accommodation is elegant and affords high levels of privacy; as such the property works well for honeymooners. Rooms are connected to the main area of the lodge via wooden walkways and all offer delightful vistas of the river. Each suite offers a number of facilities, including air conditioning, a plunge pool, mosquito nets, an in-room safe and bathrooms that feature both outdoor and indoor showers and a toilet. The main guest area provides WiFi and a satellite TV for those wishing to stay connected.
Private plunge pools with views of the Sabie River
On a private concession within the Kruger National Park
Luxury suites perched on stilts among 100-year-old trees
Excellent guides and trackers
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9 Luxury Suites
10 years +
Open All Year
All Inclusive
Safari
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INSIDER TIP
"For an incomparable overnight safari experience, spend a night under the stars in the Tinyeleti Treehouse, a secure and private platform with four-poster bed and fabulous views of the Sabie river."
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Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Helicopter Flights
Golf
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
Family Activities
Cultural Excursion
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We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Randi & Alex, 14th October 2021
Honeymoon to
Kenya & Tanzania
This was a once in a lifetime kind of trip that we are going to have to somehow repeat! The team at Mahlatini really worked hard for us throughout the planning process, exceeded our trip expectations, and worked diligently when we actually had to push our Honeymoon out a full year because of COVID …
The overall experience was amazing! Everything was well-coordinated and went according to plan. Great game viewing, great accommodation and the transfers between lodges went according to plan. Was very impressed with the meet and greet team - on arrival they helped me sort out a local sim card wh…
We absolutely loved this trip. The lodges were all fantastic and well located and our guide with Predators Safari Club always made us feel safe, cared-for and welcome. The experience of being on safari with so few other travelers was a once in a lifetime experience.
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9 Luxury Suites
10 years +
Open All Year
All Inclusive
Safari
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Helicopter Flights
Golf
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
Family Activities
Cultural Excursion
