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The Chitwa Chitwa Experience
Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodges bask in the serene and distinctive unmasked beauty of the lowveld African bush. Closeted within the folds of the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve and forming part of the Kruger National Park in the North East of the country, Chitwa Chitwa is a secluded portal to viewing some of the continent's richest and most diverse wildlife. Luxury, privacy and innate warmth are all integral pleasures of the remarkable experience that is Chitwa Chitwa, creating affectionate memories that will linger with you long after you leave the Lodges' gracious company. Children of all ages are welcome at Game Lodge  How to get there By Air
Fly in packages are arranged by the lodge. For your convenience, Chitwa Chitwa has
its own airstrip. Co-ordinates: | CHITWA CHITWA GAME LODGE AIRSTRIP
24 44'.01 SOUTH
31 33'.37 EAST
Runway length: 900 m
Runway elevation: 1200f
Surface: Gravel
Magnetic bearing: 01/19
Lodge frequency: 124.8
| CHITWA CHITWA SAFARI LODGE AIRSTRIP
24 44'.39 SOUTH
31 31'.21 EAST
Runway Length: 1200m
Runway elevation: 1200f
Surface: Gravel
Magnetic bearing: 01/19
Lodge frequency: 124.8 |
By Road
Route via Nelspruit
From Johannesburg, go past the airport to Witbank onto the N4 through to Nelspruit. Take the R40 from Nelspruit to White River and proceed 53 km to Hazyview. From there, a further 32 km to Bosbokrand and from there 43 km to Acornhoek. Turn right towards Acornhoek off the R40. From here travel 11,9 km to end of tarred road. Travel 15,2 km on the sand road until you reach a gate. Once through the gate, travel 12,8 km to a t-junction. (Be sure to pass by Gottenberg and Manyeleti turn off's that branch to the left before the t-junction). At the t-junction, turn left and follow the Chitwa Chitwa signs - travel 11,6 km to main gate of Sabi Sand Reserve. Pass through the gate and follow the Chitwa Chitwa signs that will lead you to either Game or Safari Lodge. Route via Belfast
Take the R22 from Johannesburg - past Witbank and Middleburg to Belfast. Turn left onto the R540. Pass Dullstroom to Lydenburg. From Lydenburg take the R36 to Orighstad. Still on the R36 pass through the Strijdom Tunnel. Continue on R527 Hoedspruit road for 15 kms. Turn right to R531 Klaserie. Travel 31kms to Acornhoek. From here travel 11,9 km to end of tarred road. Travel 15,2 km on the sand road until you reach a gate. Once through the gate, travel 12,8 km to a t-junction. (Be sure to pass by Gottenberg and Manyeleti turn off's that branch to the left before the t-junction). At the t-junction, turn left and follow the Chitwa Chitwa signs - travel 11,6 km to main gate of Sabi Sand Reserve. Pass through the gate and follow the Chitwa Chitwa signs that will lead you to either Game or Safari Lodge. |
| Standing sentry over one of the reserve's largest lakes - which bids a silent summons at dawn and dusk to the ever-present wildlife, including the Big Five - is Game Lodge, Chitwa Chitwa's most exclusive camp. Indulging in the clever design which brings the outside in, the magnificent bar and lounge area melt into the surrounding trees, rendering you invisible to the game gathering on the open plain in the cool of the evening. | 
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Food is a sensory delight, but at Game Lodge it doesn't just tantalize the palate, eyes and nose. Here, meals are as much a social feast as a culinary one: savour the intriguing combination of African and Mediterranean dishes, accompanied by select wines from our extensive cellar and warm conversation from our rangers and friendly management team. Lunch is served next to the pool in the thatched lapa, while dinner is relished in the open-air boma, or in our elegant dining room.
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Imagine a seamless blend of authentic African design with eclectic European elegance, and you will conjure up the unique style and character of this Lodge. Hidden among the lush gardens, each of the lovingly and individually crafted chalets exudes an air of bygone romance and a hint of adventure, all wrapped in unfaltering luxury. Both the standard and luxury chalets and the relaxing pool and sundeck enjoy superb views of the lake, where the water runs cool and clear.
The most extravagant of the chalets, however, is Boulders, the honeymoon suite, which provides a private patio and dip pool, separate dressing room and restful lounge area.
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Safari Lodge
Nestling beneath a blanket of Knobthorn trees rests Safari Lodge, originally a hunting lodge. In unwavering African tradition, the cottages at Safari Lodge are thatched, creating a bond with their surroundings. Its charm lies in that it has remained small and intimate, accommodating a maximum of ten guests in five chalets. Relaxed and in harmony with its surroundings, Safari Lodge is enjoyed for its rich diversity of animal and bird life which can be easily observed from each cottage. Regrettably, children under the age of 12 are not permitted at Safari Lodge. |
The African theme is reflected in the warmly decorated rooms where rich, earthy colours and natural materials are woven into a subtle tapestry of quiet indulgence. Continuing this idea in an unexpectedly reverse fashion, the private outside showers provide an enlivening experience not to be missed.
Regrettably, children under the age of 12 are not permitted at Safari Lodge. |
here are a few that can't resist the call of the South African sunrise, or that of a magnificent fish eagle as it soars through the hazy, cloudless skies. But for the real African experience, nothing compares to the exhilaration of a game drive through the bush in an open-topped Land Rover, guided by our staff whose passion for the area is infectious. Tracking the often-beautiful, sometimes-rare wildlife is exciting, but never more so than when it is one of the elusive Big Five (Leopard, Lion, Buffalo, Elephant and Rhinoceros). They shared the ragged bushveld with cheetah, hyena, wild dog, zebra, wildebeest, baboon and antelope, in a primordical alliance that captures the heart of Africa. |
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