River Lodge is the soul of Lion Sands and has been built on the banks of the Sabie River, positioned on a site with trees dating back 800 years. Facing due east, the lodge catches the sun as it rises over the Kruger National Park. Hosted by a family of staff that make it feel like home away from home, the lodge is about spirit, warmth and nature. Here you are invited to relax and experience African hospitality at its finest.

The public areas at River Lodge offers guests the following: a private lounge and bar with fireplace, an outdoor safari lounge, 2 swimming pools (heated in winter), wooden viewing decks, a secluded bird hide, a magnificent River Island Deck built on the river, a conference room, Lalamuka Health Spa & gymnasium, curio shop & both an indoor and open-air (Boma) dining area.

At A Glance

• Accommodation - 18 luxurious bedrooms
• 2 swimming pools
• Communal lounge with fireplace & bar
• Air-conditioning & Overhead fans
• Gymnasium & Health Spa
• Bird hide & private hammocks
• 8 guests per Land Rover on wildlife safari game drives
• Curio shop
• Indoor & outside dining areas incl. Boma
• Conference room
• Internet & telephone access

Accommodation: - The rooms at River Lodge offer respite and protection from the Lowveld heat. The interior is a tranquil cream and beige haven, cool in the summer, cosy in the winter. The bathroom, with its tranquil look and pebble-inlaid floors complements the bushveld well. There are 18 luxurious thatched bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, outdoor & inside shower & wooden viewing deck. The bedroom area is air-conditioned with an overhead fan. All rooms have mini-bar & telephone access. The rooms are linked to all areas by raised wooden walkways.

Activities: -The activities programme has been developed to enhance the guest's wildlife safari experience by enabling the guest to tailor their stay with us. The activities are all offered in a flexible and convenient environment and are exclusive to Lion Sand's guests.
Use of Private Land Rovers
The sole use of a Land Rover can be arranged upon request, subject to availability and will be at an additional charge.

Child policy: - Accommodation for children under the age of 10 years is not available unless the lodge is block booked by the same family or group.

Communication: - The lodge has telephone, email and facsimile facilities.

Power Supply: - The lodge is powered by ESCOM and power points are available in the rooms for chargers, electrical shavers and hairdryers.

Winter Months (May to September, +- 3°C - 22°C)
Very warm insulated parkas or bush jackets for the night safaris
Scarves to keep the neck warm
Jeans & shorts for everyday wear
Light sweaters for the midday period

Summer Months (October to April, +- 15°C - 38°C)
Cool cotton clothing, T-shirts & shirts (preferably in neutral colours)
Shorts for everyday wear
Jeans & trousers for evening wear (temperatures can drop to around 18°C)
Swimwear
Sandals to wear at the lodge (not essential but more comfortable)