Accommodation

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

“Experience the oldest game reserve in Africa, in the heart of Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park”

Budget level: High-End

Country

South Africa

When to Go

All Year

Property Type

Lodge

Location

Northern KwaZulu Natal

Kids Min Age

All Ages

Why we like it

Committed to Rhino Conservation
Exceptional Views
Variety of Accommodation options
On-site spa and wellness center

Perched on a ridge and overlooking Africa’s oldest game reserve, Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge offers a sophisticated interpretation of authentic luxury for individuals, families, and groups of friends seeking a mindful retreat.

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Experience & Activities:

In the territory where the earth meets the sky, Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge resides, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the African landscape. The lodge fosters an environment of tranquility, allowing guests to unwind and reconnect with nature. From enjoying the spectacle of wildlife frequenting the nearby waterhole to partaking in morning and evening game drives, guests can immerse themselves in the raw beauty of Africa.

Designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment, the lodge provides a range of leisure areas including a spa, a campfire, and several chill spaces around the swimming pool. The viewing deck running along the main lodge provides breathtaking views, a lasting memory long after the visit.

The cuisine at Rhino Ridge is as exquisite as its environment, led by Group Executive Chef Carl Moller. A firm believer in responsible sourcing and freshness, every meal aims to delight guests while also preparing them for their next culinary adventure.

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge proudly associates with the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, known for its success story of rhino conservation in Southern Africa. With the lodge being the first luxury safari establishment within this Big 5 game reserve, it offers the unique opportunity of experiencing Africa’s most magnificent creatures up close.

Accommodations:
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge offers four types of accommodations, each offering a distinctive blend of contemporary and organic luxury.

Two Honeymoon Villas: These structures blend effortlessly into the bush, offering stunning views of the game reserve from their private plunge pools. The open plan bedroom and bathroom feature a bath, double vanity, separate shower, toilet, and a cosy open fireplace.

Eight Luxury Bush Villas: With their spacious, open plan design, these villas offer a lounge area, an open fireplace, and a large viewing deck. The large bathrooms with rain showers opening to the outdoors are a highlight, along with luxurious bathtubs overlooking the African bush.

Four Safari Rooms: Configured in pairs, these rooms offer privacy and a seamless connection with nature. Each bedroom has a private bathroom with a double vanity and shower, opening out onto a small viewing deck.

Two Safari Family Suites: Ideal for families with young children, these suites comprise two separate bedrooms each with its own en-suite shower. The two rooms share a common entrance and offer both convenience and privacy for travelling families.