Getting to Sabi Sands Game Reserve - Kruger National Park
If you are asking how do I get to Sabi Sands game reserve, the answer is very simply. It all depends where you are coming from and which lodge you will be staying at. There are many options to get to Sabi Sands game reserve and they are all vary in price, time spent on the journey and we are here to assist you deciding which route to take.
The most popular way to get to Sabi Sands game reserve is to fly to the nearest airport or airstrip, sometimes you will make a stop along the way if you are using South African Airlink or you will be going directly if you are using the services of the air shuttle service of Federal Airlines. Remember that there is a restriction on the amount of luggage you are taking with is you are taking the Fed Air shuttle.
Driving to Sabi Sands game reserve is another option, it all depends on your personal preferences. If you like road trips and stopping along the route to explore the many scenic places, we would recommend driving from Johannesburg and spending one or a couple of nights to check out the highlights of the panorama route (Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, The Waterfalls and much more).
One thing you must consider when planning your route to Sabi Sands is which gate you should enter from! Every lodge uses a different gate to the Sabi Sands game reserve, after all we don't want you to arrive at the wrong gate and having to turn back to drive another 100 kilometers or more!
Speak to one of our consultants and we will happily advise you on all aspects of your trip. We can book your flights, airport transfers and all extra activities available. The best part is, we don't charge extra for this service.
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...moreI together with my other five friends we booked safari with Sally from African Travel Consultants, we spent three days on safari to the Masai Mara. Everything was well organized, the driver came to pick us on time and the whole safari was full of fun & excitement. We managed to see the big five and we were lucky to have a fantastic cook Joe ! We really enjoyed the meals. I highly recommend Sally from African Travel Consultants as it's the only company that was cost effective for a group of interns & students, Great service and very professional.
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...moreIt was a pleasure having Max as our consultant. As I'm in the service industry myself, Max was very flexible and took all my requests to create a fantastic itinerary. African Travel Consultants delivered on their promise. Once I arrived in Cape Town, I never had to contact him as everything was in place. We highly recommend ATC!
The lodge itself is incredibly luxurious, rooms were very tidy, bed was comfortable and the front balcony with the pool is lovely touch. All of
The lodge itself is incredibly luxurious, rooms were very tidy, bed was comfortable and the front balcony with the pool is lovely touch. All of the staff are very friendly and attentive. The food was simply outstanding and consisted of a buffet breakfast and lunch, and lovely dinner out on the deck.
The lodge itself is situated within a private concession of Kruger National Park which is densely populated with animals. The guides know their way around like the back of their hands and we were fortunate enough to see all of the big 5 (and even wild dogs). The highlight had to be seeing a leopard drag an impala up a tree - a once in a lifetime experience which wouldn't have been possible without our fantastic guide, Connor
Flying to Sabi Sands Game Reserve Lodges
Federal Airline
The most convenient and direct way to get to Sabi Sands game reserve is to use the air shuttle services offered by Federal Airline. The service runs from Johannesburg OR Tambo International airport and you will land at the air strip closest to your lodge. There are 2 flights daily to and from all Sabi Sands lodges. Enquire about Federal Airline flights schedule and we will book your flights for you at no additional cost.
SA Airlink
If you are planning to arrive at one of the larger airports close to Sabi Sands game reserve, (KMIA"Nelspruit" - Skukuza or Hoedspruit) with South African Airlink, you might want to consider making use of their lodge hopping service. Although luggage restriction can be an issue but it serves as a very convenient option. You can also use this service when moving from one lodge to another.
Private Charter Services
If you have explored all flight options and nothing makes sense, you will require a flexible, very personal and convenient way to travel to Sabi Sands game reserve. This option of private charter flights will save you time and hassle so you can arrive at your lodge in time for your first game drive. Speak to us and we will gladly assist you with booking your private charter flights to Sabi Sands game reserve.
Driving to Sabi Sands Game Reserve Lodges
Sabi Sands Airport Transfers
GETTING TO SABI SANDS BY ROAD
Driving to Sabi Sands game reserve can be an enjoyable trip on its own. There are many places to visit en-rout from Johannesburg including Blyde River Canyon, Bouk's Luck Potholes, God's Window and many waterfalls. Let us not forget the historic little town of Pilgrim's Rest and the grassy summit of Graskop. If you are a trout fishing enthusiast, you may stop in Dullstroom and enjoy the amazing landscape where time stands still for you to enjoy the fresh air and greenery. Remember that you need time to plan your road trip as there are different routes to the different gates of Sabi Sands game Reserve.
Traveling from Johannesburg to the Sabi Sands can be from 5 to 6 hours depending on the route you take and how many times you stop for gas, food and to admire the scenic road. Most of journey will be on the national highway called N4 which connects Johannesburg with Nelspruit all the way to Maputo (Mozambique). The most important part of your road trip to Sabi Sands is which gate you should use for which lodge. For example, if you are staying at one of the lodges in the western section you should enter from the Newington Gate and no other gate. The security guards at the gate will simply tell you to go back and enter from the correct gate.
Sabi Sands Game Reserve Gate Fees
Sabi Sands Game Reserve Access Gates
The Sabi Sands Game Reserve has three access gates:
- Shaw's Gate: open from 05H00 to 22H00
- Newington Gate: open from 05H00 to 22H00
- Gowrie Gate: open from 05H00 to 22H00
Each gate is for different lodges, we will advise you which gate you should use when booking your accommodation with us.
SABI SANDS GAME RESERVE - ENTRANCE FEES
As from 1 January 2018: ZAR 280 per vehicle & ZAR 120 per person - Credit card payments are accepted.