South Africa: Nyala Safari Lodge news & special

Nyala Safari Lodge SPECIAL and Amazing Room Addition

NYALA SAFARI LODGE

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING

As the year draws to a close, we are delighted to share some exciting news from Sun Destinations regarding Nyala Safari Lodge. This significant enhancement at Nyala Safari Lodge is sure to elevate your guests' stay to new levels of comfort during the Kruger's lush summer season. 

Nyala Safari Lodge is now equipped with air conditioning units in all guest rooms. This upgrade is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure that your guests enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the African wilderness without forgoing the creature comforts of home. Now, guests can unwind in the luxurious surroundings of Nyala Safari Lodge while staying cool and refreshed, even during the warmest safari days.

THE EXTENDED SPECIAL RATE OF R6500 per person per night

We would like to remind you of our lowered 2024 rate of R6500 per person per night sharing. This allows your clients to experience the unparalleled luxury of Nyala Safari Lodge at AN INCREDIBLE price point. Reserve your stay at Nyala now, and treat your guests to the spoils of the African bush, all while ensuring they relish the contemporary comfort of air-conditioned accommodations.

THE TIME IS NOW

The time is now to plan ahead and secure your guests' safari adventure at Nyala Safari Lodge. With the upgraded comfort of air-conditioned rooms and the special rate of R6500 pppns, Nyala Safari Lodge promises an unparalleled experience in the heart of the wild.

To take advantage of this exclusive offer and secure your accommodation in 2024, please contact our reservations team at info@traveltonamibia.com

As we approach 2024 with enthusiasm, our commitment to providing exceptional safari experiences continues.

Resting comfortably on the banks of the seasonal Mohlabetsi River in the Greater Kruger’s Balule Nature Reserve sits the inimitable Nyala Safari Lodge. Distinct in design, this 5-bedroomed lodge offers thatched accommodation in iconic rondawel style, an archetype of accommodation in the Greater Kruger.

Nyala’s main area has a wrap-around viewing deck mimicking the curves of the river and runs the full length of the lodge. The entire lodge is shaded by weeping Boer-beans and ancient Jackalberry trees, ensuring respite from the heat during the sizzling summer months. The main area comprises a swimming pool with decking and seating, boma, lounge and open-plan kitchen and viewing decks with hammocks. In front of the lodge is a thriving waterhole, which is best viewed from the boma area.

Dotted among the riparian vegetation are 5 well-appointed chalets, furnished with sandy beige interiors and earthy tones designed to harmonise with the Balule Bushveld. Expect Egyptian cotton linen, light wooden furniture, air conditioning, and ornate bathrooms with deep-set luxurious baths and indoor and outdoor showers.

Activities include two game drives a day which depart at first light and late afternoon when the nocturnal predators are most active. For safari-goers wanting to capture the spirit of adventure, there are boma dinners available.

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South Africa: Sun Destinations' new camp - Phuti Camp

Phuti Camp: A Homely Camp in a Picturesque Setting

We are proud to announce that yet another camp has joined our growing portfolio of properties in Southern Africa!

Located in the Greater Kruger on 12 000 ha of prime wilderness sprawling across the Balule Nature Reserve, sits the humble Phuti Camp. Avid birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts will delight in knowing that there's a waterhole on-site - a major drawcard for animals.

Phuti is best described as a homely and comfortable camp, with all the modern conveniences of home. An expansive main area with a bar, patio and dining section is the perfect place to unwind after your evening game drive. During those balmy summer months, the swimming pool is the place to kick back and relax.

Another favourite spot of ours is Phuti's well-designed boma area. The outdoor boma area is a must for connecting with friends and family, and introduces eager safari-goers to that quintessential bushveld experience. When you're not soaking up the splendour of the night sky, your days are spent enjoy twice-daily game drives through the game rich Balule Nature Reserve.

5 thatched chalets are set in a garden punctuated by trees, each offering a sense of privacy in the bushveld. Chalets have their own balcony, en-suite bathrooms, and can be configured to suit families travelling together. Meandering pathways join chalets to the main areas and swimming pool/deck area.

Choose Phuti if you're looking for a relaxed safari destination offering a home away from home atmosphere.

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South Africa: Bundox River Lodge - Your Stylish Riverside Retreat in the Balule

NEW: Bundox River Lodge from R6750,00

Your Stylish Riverside Retreat in the Balule

The secret’s out…the stylish Bundox River Lodge in the Balule Nature Reserve has joined the Sun Destinations portfolio! We look forward to many years of success with this elegant addition to our portfolio.

With its superior architecture and exquisite furnishings, this well-appointed lodge adds an elevated sense of comfort. Bundox’s position on the banks of the burgeoning Olifants River is a huge selling point. Coupled with its spacious Meru style tented accommodation, Bundox has certainly set a new standard for mid-range safari lodges.

Bundox River Lodge is different from other Kruger Camps. It has an iconic Okavango Delta camp atmosphere and feel. Maybe it’s the river, the tents, or the presence of the wildlife on the banks - but that feeling of “Okavango Delta” is always there.

With a rate of R6750,00 per night, luxury has never been this attainable.

Here are 5 FAST FACTS about Bundox River Lodge

- Right on the banks of the perennial Olifants River

- Located in the Big 5 Balule Nature Reserve

- Two daily game drives on a 5000 hectare traverse with 8 km of riverfront

- 5 spacious rooms on raised wooden platforms

- Pool and wooden deck area

Bundox River Lodge is ideally located on the banks of the burgeoning Olifants River in the northern reaches of the Balule Nature Reserve. Bundox sets a new standard of luxury with its glamorous river facing Meru style tents, each built on raised wooden platforms overlooking the bend in the river below.

Bundox River Lodge's pride of place on the water's edge combined with its luxury canvas suites, exudes that iconic Okavango Delta camp atmosphere, making it unique to the Kruger. In keeping with the understated sophistication of the Bundox brand, this camp marries light wood with classic canvas to create a lodge in harmony with its environment. Only the finest linen, textiles and fixtures are used throughout.

The 5 tented suites are spacious and designed perfectly to let in streams of natural light. The beautifully appointed tents each have en-suite bathrooms with outdoor showers, private viewing decks, King size beds and standing fans. Interiors are plush and modern, with bushveld hues and accents of colour scattered throughout. Expect oversized scatters, explorer style furniture and curated pieces designed to reflect the bushveld beyond.

The main area offers a tranquil hideaway beneath a canopy of trees. A sprawling relaxation area elevated above the flowing waters offers a lounge area with oversized couches, dining and bar area, and swimming pool with deck. The boma area and small viewing decks also provide a perfect place to connect.

There's a true sense of flow to this lodge, with one space effortlessly flowing into the next. The winding wooden walkways from the main lodge to the suites mirror the curve of the river, ensuring a sense of interrelation between the lodge and its wild surroundings. Activities include two game drives per day that take place in 5000 hectares of exclusive wilderness that includes and 8 kilometre stretch of the Olifants River.

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Sun Destinations: African Retreats Merges with Sun Destinations & Nambu Camp

African Retreats Merges with Sun Destinations | NEW Property

NAMBU CAMP JOINS SUN DESTINATIONS AS WE MERGE WITH AFRICAN RETREATS

When Two Becomes One

We are pleased to announce the merge of sister companies African Retreats and Sun Destinations. That’s right, African Retreats and Sun Destinations have tied the knot! In 2016, the directors of Sun Destinations - along with Corlia Oosthuizen - created a small boutique company that set out to offer reservation services to a handpicked selection of camps specialising in both local and international markets.

Don't worry—there won't be any changes to Sun Destinations, aside from the addition of a NEW camp to our Kruger portfolio. Nambu's affordable rate, stellar service, and location make it a sought-after lodge in the Balule Nature Reserve.

Nambu Camp moves Over to Sun Destinations

Owner of Nambu Camp, Rewald Drinkwater says “For years, African Retreats has provided our guests with exceptional service and memorable moments. We would like to thank them for their unwavering support and look forward to continued success with Sun Destinations. With Sun Destinations, you can expect the same level of personalised service and attention to detail that you have come to love at Nambu Camp. They will be looking after our marketing and reservations, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. Their knowledgeable and experienced travel specialists are dedicated to making your trip to Africa unforgettable.”

The Lowdown

° Nambu Camp is located in the Big 5 Balule Nature Reserve

° There are 6 en-suite rooms available

° The Olifants River is located on Nambu's traverse

° Built on an old anthill, the entire camp is elevated

Fun Facts

° Bush dinners on the riverfront on Tuesdays and Fridays

° Owned by the Drinkwater family for over 40 years

° Owner is a foodie—you can expect top notch cuisine

° Swimming pool on the deck has views of the waterhole

° Main lodge area has elevated views of the wilderness

Sitting comfortably on an old anthill elevated above the landscape, rests a simple and sophisticated camp called Nambu. Its location in the heart of the Big 5 Balule Nature Reserve combined with its stellar guiding and warm hospitality, makes it a sought-after lodge in the greater Hoedspruit area. This hilltop lodge is a wildlife haven where tawny eagles soar above and herds of elephants drink down below.

The 6-bedroom safari lodge boasts views of the Drakensberg Mountains in the distance, a dry riverbed and waterhole. The open design of the lodge takes advantage of its aspect, ensuring the picturesque surroundings become part of the architecture.

The camp has been in the Drinkwater family for almost 40 years, passed down through the generations, and is home to many memories with both family and friends. The name Nambu means ‘river’ in the local language of IsiThonga, and this unique lodge has many ties to this natural source that flows through the traverse.

During the heat of the day, you can relax at the camp’s poolside or bird watch from the lodge’s vast viewing platform before a mid-day brunch up at the main camp. Wrap-around wooden balconies above the landscape boast exceptional views of the Balule, while an extensive lounge area cocooned by huge glass windows overlooks the bushveld. A boma area and pool with decking are other signature spaces to relax outdoors. It’s not uncommon to sport towering giraffe, bumbling elephants, and abundant plains game crossing the riverbed below while relaxing in the boma or around the poolside.

Simple, yet modern and stylish cuisine is served in the stunning open dining area. A light and healthy breakfast is served after your morning activity, followed by a more hearty brunch later in the afternoon. Canapés are served at sundowners in the bush then head back to camp for a delicious and elegant evening meal under the stars.

Winding wooden pathways lead the way from the main camp, through the lush gardens and to the secluded rooms, nestled into the bush. There are a total of 6 safari-style bedrooms and can accommodate up to 12 people. The rooms are well equipped for a stylish and comfortable stay in the bush, each room has air-conditioning and overhead fans as well as tea/coffee making facilities. Comfortable king size beds with modern and stylish bathrooms which look out to the bushveld behind.

At Nambu there are two game drive activities per day, which take place in the Big 5 Balule Nature Reserve, complete with coffee and sundowner stops. Both guides and trackers at Nambu are known for being some of the best in the area.

WELCOME TO THE SUN DESTINATIONS FAMILY, NAMBU!

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