Embark on an adventure of note when choosing to stay at the luxury Dwyka Tented Lodge in the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve of South Africa. Set in the Klein Karoo region once inhabited by Khoisan hunter-gatherers, the atmosphere and ambience at this lodge embraces the diversity of the landscape as well as the timeless sense of space and peace that surrounds it.
This is truly an indulgent luxury African experience, choose from nine spacious tents with en-suite bathrooms, private plunge pools and decks that look out over the dry riverbed and open plains. In the day explore this unique landscape by game drive or guided walk not only to view the wealth of wildlife found here but also to discover the indigenous plant species and kingdoms of the reserve as well as the 3 500 year old rock art.
Back at the lodge spoil yourself with superlative spa treatments, gourmet cuisine and an evening of relaxing stargazing before retiring to your comfortable and luxurious tent for a good night’s sleep before morning brings a new adventure.
Dwyka Tented Lodge – a unique luxury African safari experience in the Klein Karoo
There are nine luxury tents available at Dwyka Tented Lodge, set in the vast expanse of the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Seven of the spacious tents have a king bed and the remaining two have twin beds. All of these luxury tents offer en-suite facilities with both indoor and outdoor showers, private mini-bars, plunge pools and your own deck to relax on. Amenities include air conditioning, underfloor heating as well as tea/coffee facilities, electronic in-room safes and so on.
In the communal areas relax around the fireplace to swop stories about your day; there is also a gift boutique on site. For your meals, head to the comfortable dining room also with a fireplace or outdoor boma area in which beautiful meals are served up accompanied by fine South African wines chosen from the on-site cellar.
Game is the main attraction here and you can expect to see lion, including the rare white lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo as well as the majestic elephant. On early morning and late afternoon game drives keep a sharp eye out for these as well as many other beautiful animals including zebra, wildebeest and different kinds of antelope. You can get up closer by signing on for a guided nature walk or choose from a variety of graded walking trails that take you through the indigenous flora and fauna of the area. Bird lovers will be happy to know that there are breeding pairs of Black eagles at this destination as well as more than 200 other species of bird.
The original inhabitants of the region, the San, traced their lives on the rocks of the area. There are seven recorded sites but are sure to be others. This ancient art dates back more than 3 000 years and offers insights into their spiritual practices and rituals. Learn more about the history and vision of the San when gazing at the African stars at night. Knowledgeable guides will let you in on the secrets of the constellations as well as the rich mythology that surrounds them.
Take the opportunity of seriously spoiling your body at the spa! Aimed to relax and rejuvenate body, mind and soul, many of the products include plants from the surrounding region such as fynbos which is known for its ability to eliminate toxins. Settle back into trained hands while your eyes take in the fantastic vista of ancient rock formations and mountains and your soul sinks into the timeless space of the Klein Karoo.
Set on the beautiful Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in the Klein Karoo region of South Africa, Dwyka Tented Lodge is only a three hour drive from Cape Town and is located between the towns of Montague and Barrydale.
{review}
