Sabi Sabi Selati Camp offers the perfect accommodation for travelers looking for a romantic luxury safari lodge in South Africa. Selati has a historic railway theme and oozes colonial charm. The camp is romantically lit by the gentle flicker of oil lamps and lanterns. And the warm glow of fires under the spectacular canopy of the night sky. Sabi Sabi’s Selati Camp combines ‘turn of the century’ elegance with personalized safari luxury. A rare experience. It is ideal for honeymooners.
During the 1870s, gold was discovered high in the crevices of the Drakensberg escarpment. This rises to the west of Sabi Sabi. To transport the gold, parliament commissioned a railway line to Mozambique. A branch railway known as the Selati Line crossed the Sabi Sand Reserve.
Today the line is disused. But the old rail bed can still be seen in the northeastern section of Sabi Sabi. Close to Selati Camp. Sabi Sabi’s intimate all suite Selati Camp is an unforgettable African experience. It offers the perfect accommodation for travelers looking for a romantic luxury safari lodge in South Africa. Selati has a historic railway theme. An authentic home in the bush. The railway theme extends from the original steam engine name plates, and signals. Plus shunter lamps lighting the way to your suite. To interesting memorabilia and other collector’s pieces in each suite.
World class cuisine is served on wooden thatched decks built alongside the riverbed, in the open air “boma”. Or in the “farmhouse kitchen”.
With its classic vintage styling, this exclusive lodge has 5 x opulent thatched Luxury Suites. In addition, there is 1 x Lourenco Marques Suite and 1 x Ivory Presidential Suite. Each has a full bathroom en-suite and private alfresco shower nestled under majestic indigenous trees. The suites have overhead fans, air-conditioning, and all the trimmings expected from a luxury safari lodge.
Sabi Sabi Selati Camp Accommodation
Lourenco Marques Suite
Selati Camp’s romantic ambiance is never more palpable than in the beautiful Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite. A king bed, draped with soft mosquito netting, dominates the suite. It perfectly offsets the luxuriant linens, antique furniture pieces, and richly textured drapes. An en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor baths and showers is a place for relaxing and pampering.
Couples celebrating special occasions are treated to every indulgence. Think champagne bucket, in suite dining, and petal strewn bedroom. The suite and bathroom look even more enchanting lit up by dozens of candles. This suite is perfect for honeymooners, or the romantic at heart. A stay in this romantic suite will always be remembered.
All suites at Selati Camp have indoor and outdoor baths and showers
Ivory Presidential Suite
The premier accommodation at Selati Camp is the sumptuous and spacious suite. It is a favorite among those looking for exceptional accommodation. The Ivory Presidential Suite offers colonial grandeur in the form of original antiques and a draped four poster bed. There is also a private terrace and a fireplace. This suite has a magnificent en-suite bathroom. Complete with Persian carpet and an antique chaise lounge. It also features a very private plunge pool. The separate dressing room features an antique wardrobe and a matching dressing table. Draped mosquito nets, railway memorabilia from the late 1800s, and the gentle glow of oil lamps all combine to make this an exceptional suite. Your stay in the Ivory Presidential Suite includes a private game drive safari vehicle.
Ivory Presidential Suite at Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
Activities at Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is in the 65000 hectares Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. This is in the Southwestern section of the Kruger National Park. A wildlife oasis where you can observe at close quarters the age old natural relationship between predator and prey. With no fences between Sabi Sabi and the Kruger National Park; wildlife roams freely. Giving guests the ultimate safari experience. The Reserve is blessed with a great biodiversity of habitat and wildlife. This gives an excellent chance for close encounters with the ‘Big Five’. As well as wild dogs and cheetahs. With over 300 bird species, the reserve is a birdwatcher’s delight.
Safaris take place each morning and evening in open safari vehicles. After breakfast, guests on guided walking trails can experience the natural environment on foot. The dedicated, highly trained, and experienced Rangers lead you to discover miracles of nature you may never have dreamed existed.
Wild Dog on Sabi Sand safari
Getting to Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
There are daily flights from O.R. Tambo (Johannesburg) International Airport directly to the Sabi Sabi Airstrip. The lodge does complimentary transfers between the Sabi Sabi Airstrip and the lodge.
Alternatively, there are daily flights to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) (Nelspruit) or Skukuza Airport. From Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town
From KMIA, it is possible to connect to Livingstone (Victoria Falls) and Vilanculos (Mozambique).
Short hop flights are available from KMIA to the Sabi Sabi Airstrip. Alternatively, we can arrange your transfer by road to the lodge.
Private air charters or helicopter transfers on request.
The camp is about 500 km from Johannesburg. Which is an easy 5 hour drive on National Roads.
Sabi Sabi Selati Camp Accommodation Rates
Sabi Sabi Selati Camp Rates
1st March 2025 – 28th February 2026
1st March 2026 – 28th February 2027
Luxury Suites
R26 000
R28 900
Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite
R27 500
R31 000
Ivory Presidential Suite*
R36 000
R40 000
*The Ivory Presidential Suite includes a private safari vehicle
A Christmas Peak Period surcharge of 15% will apply to all bookings between 20th December and 5th January every year.
Rates Include / Exclude plus Child and Single Rate Policies ↓
The above rates are per person sharing per night and include:
Open vehicle safaris by day and at night,
Environmental awareness walking safaris,
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner,
A house selection of beverages,
WiFi, and transfers to and from the Sabi Sabi airstrip.
The rate also includes government taxes (VAT).
The above rates exclude:
Spa treatments at the Amani Spa at Bush Lodge,
Premium brand drinks, cellar wine collection,
Boutique purchases,
Telephone calls,
Laundry,
Transfers to and from Skukuza Airport.
All rates exclude the Sabie Game Reserve (SGR) Conservation Levy. The conservation levy supports conservation, security, access control, and anti-poaching initiatives.
Single Room Policy
There is no single supplement for up to a maximum of 2 suites per booking. Thereafter, guests occupying single suites will pay a single supplement of an additional 50% of the specified daily rate.
This excludes the Lourenco Marques Honeymoon Suite and the Presidential Suite where a single supplement will apply.
Child Policy
Children may be allowed if you book Selati Camp on an exclusive-use basis. Rates are available on request. We recommend Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge for your family safari as they have a dedicated children’s center and childminders.
Sabi Sabi Selati Camp Special Offers
All offers are valid for travel every year from 1st March – 28th February (excluding the Christmas peak period from 20th December – 5th January).
Sabi Sabi Collection’s latest addition, The Claremont in Cape Town, is opening on 1st September 2025. Formerly The Andros Hotel, this charming heritage property in Claremont is being carefully refurbished and reimagined with 4 Classic Rooms, 10 Deluxe Suites, and the elegant Sauer Villa. Located just minutes from Kirstenbosch Gardens, it will offer boutique wines, craft drinks, and a farm-to-fork dining concept at The Vine & Veld Bistro.
From 1st June 2026, N’Weti Camp and Shisaka Camp will open in the newly formed Sandringham Private Game Reserve in the Timbavati (Kruger).
Stay 4, Pay 3 at Sabi Sabi Selati Camp
Book your four night stay at Selati Camp and get one night free.
This offer can be used at all Sabi Sabi Lodges. So you can spend 2 nights at each or all nights at one lodge. The lowest priced night will be free. Plus it includes The Claremont in Cape Town from 1st September 2025.
Sabi Bush & Cape Town Combo:
Stay 3 nights at any Sabi Sabi lodge and enjoy 2 complimentary nights in Cape Town
The Claremont room pairing: Classic Rooms (with Bush Lodge, Selati, Little Bush Camp) and Deluxe Suites (with Earth Lodge)
Sabi Sand and Timbavati Combination Safari
From 1st June 2026, stay 3 nights at any Sabi Sabi lodge and 3 nights at Sandringham and get free flights between the two reserves – one way. Can be done either way.
Sabi Sabi Selati Honeymoon Offer
Celebrate the start of your journey together with an unforgettable safari honeymoon at Sabi Sabi. Let us create extraordinary experiences and lifelong memories with this exclusive offer.
Get 2 nights complimentary for one partner sharing when staying a minimum of 4 nights.
The marriage certificate must be valid and issued within 6 months of travel.
This offer is available for all Sabi Sabi Lodges or a combination of lodges. Where lodges are combined, the complimentary nights will be applied to the lowest rated lodge.
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