One Journey, Endless Encounters: Discover the Soul of Southern Africa with African Safari Collective
SATSA Member: African Safari Collective - 2891
Product: Accommodation
Target Markets: FIT, International, Luxury, History Tours, Battlefield Tours, Adventure, Cultural Tours, Sustainable focus
Website: www.africansafaricollective.co.za
Some journeys offer views. Ours offer meaning.
African Safari Collective brings together six independently owned lodges—each one rooted in community, committed to conservation, and designed for travellers who value luxury with a light footprint. From the Drakensberg mountains of KwaZulu-Natal to the sun-drenched coastline of Plettenberg Bay, this curated journey is spectacular, sustainable, and deeply soulful.
Let’s take you there.
First stop: Leopard Mountain Lodge, a 5-star, award-winning safari escape in the Big 5 Manyoni Private Game Reserve. With panoramic views across untamed valleys, elegant suites with private plunge pools, and warm hospitality, Leopard Mountain offers a deeply restorative connection to nature. Guests can take part in conservation experiences such as pangolin walks or rhino education, supported by the Zululand Conservation Trust.
Nearby in the Zuka Private Game Reserve, Sungulwane Private Game Lodge offers an intimate safari with just eight suites—two designed for families. Set apart by its photographic hide, Sungulwane invites guests to quietly observe wildlife from eye level, capturing nature at its most unfiltered. Conservation plays a central role here, protecting endangered species and preserving biodiversity.
On the western shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Makakatana Bay Lodge is the only privately owned lodge in this UNESCO-listed wonderland. Explore hippo-filled estuaries, walk forested trails, and enjoy day trips to the Indian Ocean. With solar-powered boats and a deep commitment to community, Makakatana brings guests into harmony with land and lake.
In the Drakensberg’s rolling foothills, Three Tree Hill Lodge is a haven for active travellers and families. Set against sweeping mountain views, this Fair Trade Tourism-certified lodge invites guests to hike, ride horses, and connect with the land. Children are considered children until 18, and every generation is embraced.
For those drawn to history and storytelling, Fugitives’ Drift Lodge offers a powerful exploration of South Africa’s past. Expert-led battlefield tours bring the Anglo-Zulu War to life at Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, offering thought-provoking context and moving accounts.
In the hills above Plettenberg Bay, Fairview House is an elegant Cape Dutch-style retreat overlooking the Keurbooms Nature Reserve. Just minutes from beaches, bird reserves, and wine farms, Fairview offers space to breathe and unwind in understated style. With only eight rooms and sweeping views, it’s the perfect beginning—or end—to your journey.
Why Travel with African Safari Collective?
We are a community of conservation-led, owner-run lodges offering a seamless journey through KwaZulu-Natal and the Garden Route. Each property shares a commitment to authenticity, sustainability, and meaningful travel.
- Enjoy 5% off all bookings of five nights or more at one or more of our lodges. It’s our way of encouraging longer, more enriching stays.
- Don’t have access to our trade portal yet? Let us know! We’ll set you up with images, rates, and the tools you need to craft unforgettable itineraries.
Your journey with us isn’t just a holiday. It’s a return to what really matters.
Trade queries:
Email info@africansafaricollective.co.za or call +27 8705 99 000.
