About
Chitwa Chitwa is a luxurious private game lodge nestled within the exclusive 63,000-hectare Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, which forms an integral part of the greater Kruger National Park in South Africa's Lowveld region. The lodge is uniquely positioned overlooking the largest body of water in the reserve, providing exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing directly from the property. Originally a private sanctuary of the Brink family, it was transformed into an exclusive game lodge in 1991 and named in tribute to a beloved elderly giraffe.The lodge offers a blend of African chic and contemporary European design, featuring six individually decorated luxury suites, a family-friendly Charlsy Suite with two interlinking rooms, and the exclusive two-bedroom Chitwa House. Each suite boasts a private lake-view deck with its own plunge pool, indoor and outdoor showers, and a fireplace, ensuring both comfort and privacy. Chitwa Chitwa is notable for being one of the few luxury lodges in the Sabi Sand that welcomes children of all ages, offering dedicated activities like junior ranger programs.Guests at Chitwa Chitwa can immerse themselves in an extraordinary safari experience, with daily morning and evening game drives and bush walks led by professional rangers and trackers. The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including frequent sightings of Africa's Big Five—buffalo, elephant, rhino, leopard, and lion—along with cheetah, hippo, wild dog, and a diverse array of antelope and over 450 bird species. Beyond wildlife encounters, the lodge offers guided cultural excursions to the nearby Dixie Community, photographic safaris, and a commitment to conservation and community upliftment through the Chitwa Trust, established in 2008.
