Simbambili was our first lodge during our Honeymoon to Sabi Sands and we were very impressed. We received a warm welcome on our arrival and would have had immediate access to our room. However, we arrived 15 min before the afternoon safari was due to depart and the staff quickly rustled up some sandwiches to take with us. This very... more

As if the animal viewing wasn’t enough, this place sparkles in so many ways. From the spacious, spectacular rooms to the creative and beautiful way dinner is set every night. The staff is very attentive and our game driver Johan, and tracker Doctor provided an experience we will never forget! Having our very own plunge pool was divine and our... more

My husband Steve and I (Canadians) travelled to Sabi Sands and Simbambili Game Lodge for our first African Safari. We were not disappointed. A small lodge, with 8 villas nestling on the bank of a river (dry sand right now!) overlooking a water hole with animals there pretty much all the time. Run by Elaine and Stefan, great atmosphere, mix... more

This was our first time on safari, so didn't really know what to expect. But this was a fantastic place to stay. We had a very warm welcome from the staff. The accommodation was fantastic. The food was plentiful and excellent. But the best bit of all was Johan and Lucki, our driver and tracker. We saw far more game... more

We recently stayed at this lodge which far exceeded our expectations in terms of comfort, luxury and food. Our trackers not only found us the Big Five but we were fortunate to witness an amazing leopard kill. We saw the leopard take its impala prey high into a tree. The raw power was unbelievable. The trackers at this lodge must... more

The Simbambili Game Lodge was our first safari experience and my wife and I enjoyed it immensely. We got to see all the big 5 and also Cheetah and Wild Dogs so no complaints there. The accomodation was impressive and the water hole they have created leads to a steady stream of visitors (elephants, hippo, etc) throughout the day. The... more

Simbambili was the second lodge of our stay in Sabi Sands after a brilliant stay at Exeter Dulini. We chose this lodge because of the famed leopards and also because of recommendations from internet sites and our travel agent. The lodge itself is a fairly new build - rooms are modern and the deckings overlook a riverbed where occasional animals... more

Leaving Simbambili after four memorable days has left me heart-sore for the lure that is South Africa and the sublime safari experience is one that will ensure my return. Words like 'fantastic' and 'fabulous' fail to adequately describe this most extraordinary place and the hold it exerts on mind and heart. Forget everything you may have heard about this country... more

To be honest I don’t really know where to start with this review – there is so much to say. The rooms are fantastic and I’ll leave it at that. The other reviews describe them very well. The best bit was the outdoor area with plunge pool and bed. We used to sleep in the afternoon on this bed (but... more