Abelana River Lodge - Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Located in South Africa's stunning Lowveld, the nation's premier big game zone, Abelana Game Reserve is a 15,000ha (36,000 acre) Big Five game reserve that is near to the well-known Kruger National Park and the Selati Game Reserve, close to the town of Phalaborwa. We create unforgettable, life-changing experiences for our guests by providing them with a luxurious lodging option that includes two lodges and an authentic safari experience with a thoughtful ecological touch.

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Sabi Sands Reviews

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  
Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!

100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  
Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience

Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.


Rates

Room Type
1 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
20 Suites
R9,740.00 per person per night sharing

50% per person single supplement.

Age restrictions for children may apply in relation to bookings and activities.

A per person per night community levy of R125-00 will be levied as part of your reservation and is entirely used for community benefit

Abelana River Lodge

In addition to indoor and outdoor dining areas, a bar, and a lounge with a fire pit for nighttime conversations about safari sightings and experiences, the main area and swimming pool have an overlook of the river.
With a modern makeover, this 20-room lodge has breathtaking views of the Selati River. Many bird species and various fauna, including crocodiles and hippos, can be found in the river.
The river is home to a plethora of wildlife such as hippo and crocodile and a variety of bird species.
Children 12 years and older are considered adults and pay the applicable tariff.

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    Rate Includes

    Accommodation in air-conditioned suites with en-suite indoor and outdoor shower. All meals and teas/coffees. Morning and Afternoon/evening game drive with qualified guide - Optional walk offered after breakfast - Light snack/rusks/muffins before morning activity. - Filtered water provided.

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