Sandringham Private Game Reserve
CEDARBERG RATING
Top of Class
Overview
Sandringham Game Reserve is a luxurious safari retreat perched on a hillside overlooking the Timbavati River and dam, offering sweeping views of the surrounding bush and distant Drakensberg Mountains. This wild landscape sets the tone for a safari experience where adventure and contemporary luxury meet.
Sandringham Private Game Reserve offers an immersive safari experience focused on wildlife, conservation, and connection to nature. It lies adjacent to both the Timbavati Game Reserve and Thornybush Game Reserves in the Greater Kruger.
Designed to blend seamlessly with the landscape, the property offers a sophisticated yet grounded safari retreat with a strong emphasis on comfort, design, and sustainability. Sandringham Game Reserve comprises of two ‘camps’ – N’Weti and Shisaka – which share a common main lodge. So it is really a matter of choosing the style of accommodation which you prefer.
The central main lodge serves as the heart of the property, with indoor and outdoor dining areas, an extensive wine cellar, expansive decks, a traditional boma for fireside dinners, and relaxed lounge spaces overlooking the bush.
Wellness facilities include a tranquil spa, a fully equipped gym, and quiet areas for reflection, while additional features such as a library, a boutique, and an educational centre enhance your experience.
Activities
You enjoy guided game drives across the reserve and its surrounding ecosystems, observing animals in a setting where they are regaining trust in humans. The unfenced environment allows for close encounters and an authentic bush experience, complemented by time spent relaxing at camp, enjoying sundowners, or gathering around the fire in the boma under the stars. Bush walks are also on offer.
Accommodation at Sandringham Private Game Reserve
The two camps: N’weti and Shisaka, are actually two sides of one larger lodge so that you can choose between 6 tented suites (N’wweti) or 6 stone chalets and two family villas (Shisaka), depending on your preference.Β But the accommodation is very similar in layout and the quality of the facilities.
The two family villas are similar in style but share a central living area with two bedrooms; one master bedroom with larger bathroom and dressing area, and a second bedroom with a smaller bathroom.
The interiors draw inspiration from the nearby river, with calming tones of blue and grey complemented by cool polished screed floors and natural textures. Each suite opens onto a shaded timber deck , where a private infinity pool looks out to the lake and the distant Drakensberg Mountains.
Sandringham House – Exclusive Use
Sandringham House offers a private and exclusive safari experience within Sandringham Private Game Reserve, designed for families or small groups wishing to tailor their stay. Accommodating up to eight guests across four spacious en-suite bedrooms, the 1,100mΒ² residence combines the comforts of a contemporary home with personalised service, including a dedicated host, chef, butler, as well as a ranger and tracker team with private vehicle.
Expansive living and dining areas flow seamlessly onto a terrace overlooking the Timbavati River, with an elevated pool, fire pit and uninterrupted views across the wilderness. As with the main lodge, natural stone, timber, textured fabrics and a muted palette inspired by the surrounding landscape are complemented by bespoke artwork and wildlife photography.
At A Glance
Birding hotspot
Recommended for families
Good Food & Wine
Private Plunge Pool
Beautiful Landscapes
Spa
Walking Safari
Wifi on premises
Wildlife
In Pictures
Sandringham Private Game Reserve on the map
Rooms
N'weti Suites
βNβwetiβ, meaning βsilhouetteβ in Tsonga. This wild landscape sets the tone for a safari experience where adventure and contemporary luxury meet. Each tented suite reflects the natural tones of the surrounding wilderness, with earthy browns, soft greens and calming neutrals. Polished screed floors, natural stone, textured finishes and warm timber details create a tactile, grounded atmosphere that connects seamlessly with the landscape beyond. A welcoming foyer leads into the master bedroom, where a king-sized bed is positioned to take full advantage of the sweeping views. A half-moon lounge nook offers a comfortable space to unwind, while floor to ceiling glass doors open onto a curved timber deck with its own plunge pool and sunken sitting area from which to experience the rhythms of the African bush. Beyond the bedroom, a spacious dressing area leads to an elegant bathroom with double vanities, a freestanding copper bath and indoor and outdoor showers.
Shisaka Camp
Shisaka Camp has six luxury suites designed to blend naturally with their surroundings. The interiors draw inspiration from the nearby river, with calming tones of blue and grey complemented by cool polished screed floors and natural textures. Each suite opens onto a shaded timber deck, where a private infinity pool overlooks the lake. Inside your suite, a king-sized bed faces this expansive views over the lake and towards the distant Drakensberg Mountains. The spacious bathroom has double vanities, free-standing bath and both indoor and outdoor showers. There's a dressing room and a delightful separate sitting area. Taking its name from the Tsonga word shisaka, meaning βnestβ, each suit has a distinctive rooftop sala; a nest-like retreat with day bed for relaxation, whilst enjoying the elevated views across the lake to the bush beyond. From here, you can observe vibrant birdlife during the day and a star-filled sky at night.
Sandringham House
Accommodating up to eight guests across four spacious en-suite bedrooms, the 1,100mΒ² residence combines the comforts of a contemporary home with personalised service, including a dedicated host, chef, butler, as well as a ranger and tracker team with private vehicle. Expansive living and dining areas flow seamlessly onto a terrace overlooking the Timbavati River, with an elevated pool, fire pit and uninterrupted views across the wilderness. As with the main lodge, natural stone, timber, textured fabrics and a muted palette inspired by the surrounding landscape are complemented by bespoke artwork and wildlife photography.
