One of the few family-run lodges left in Kruger’s famous Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Notten’s Bush Camp is one of the original game lodges in South Africa. With the absence of electric lighting; the ambient candlelight and lanterns capture a truly authentic African safari experience. The Sabi Sands is known for its prolific wildlife, including the Big 5, which you will enjoy on daily game drives with the experienced guides.
With its splendid panoramic views, Notten’s is the perfect place for peace and relaxation while watching wildlife meander past. All the lodge’s suites have both indoor and outdoor shower facilities and each suite leads onto a private wooden deck with a beautiful view of the bush. Paraffin lamps and candles replace electric lighting for ambience and all the rooms are cooled with air-conditioning. You will depart on your game drives from the summer house which also serves as a social area with a comfy lounge, bar, library, and indoor fireplace for winter evenings. Breakfast is served on the deck where cheeky monkeys and inquisitive birds hope for a crumb or two. Harty dinners are served in the summer house or in the candlelit boma beneath a canopy of stars. Between your activities you can laze by the pool or have a massage at the Nature Spa.
Authentic safari lodge bathed in candlelight and lanterns
Excellent location in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Extremely high return cliental
At a glance
9 Rooms
6 Years +
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
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INSIDER TIP
"The lodge’s ownership is in its 4th generation in the Notten, as well as the Matabula family. Specter Matabula was employed by the family in 1963 and he would be proud to know that his son and his son’s children are now part owners."
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Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Cultural Experience
Golf
Food Experience
Wellness/Spa
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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%.
Sherin Jacob, 29th September 2021
Honeymoon to
South Africa & Mozambique
Our trip was seamless and well planned out! We enjoyed every moment! I'm also very impressed how the whole trip was catered to work around Justin's egg/chicken allergies; this was a huge relief for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and memories we shared on our trip!
Mind blowing, relaxing, and just perfection. After all the craziness of 2020, this trip really took our breaths away and was exactly what we looking for and more.
Absolutely amazing!! Everything happened with zero issues or stress from beginning to end. We appreciated the thorough itinerary, guides, and hotel concierge. We were treated like their most important client everywhere we went. We have Steve to thank for setting up the most perfect honeymoon!!
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9 Rooms
6 Years +
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Cultural Experience
Golf
Food Experience
Wellness/Spa
