Ulusaba is Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in South Africa. The name Ulusaba means ‘place of little fear’.

Safari Lodge fits snugly into the bush located beneath a canopy of ancient trees on the edge of a dry riverbed. You’ll love the sense of adventure as you access some of the rooms by swing bridges. Your room will provide fascinating views of the animals as they stroll past on their way to the nearby watering hole.
Safari Lodge also includes a Treehouse Suite (10 minute walk away) overlooking the nearby Xikwenga Dam.

The treehouse viewing deck overlooking the Xikwenga Dam is a great place to spot the hippos and elephants bathing.

Suites

Safari Room
In Safari Lodge, there is one Safari Room close to the Main Lodge, which can be interconnected with the Safari Suite to create a two bedroom suite. This room offers a viewing deck and en-suite bathroom with great views.

Elephant Rooms
There are three spacious Elephant Rooms with en-suite bathrooms and large viewing decks offering stunning views over the bush. Elephants regularly use a migratory route that passes by these rooms allowing for excellent up-close-and personal game viewing.
The location of these 3 Elephant Rooms are ideal for friends travelling together or families with teens wishing to be close to their parents.

River Rooms
Built in tree house style, there are four River Rooms, with two of these rooms offering private plunge pools. All are very spacious and private with cosy seating areas and striking views of the river bed or bush.
Ideal for those celebrating or enjoying a romantic escape as these rooms are secluded and tucked between jackalberry trees. Three of the River Rooms are accessible by swing bridge and are a short walk from the main Lodge.

Safari Suite
This private suite is next to the Main Lodge and is accessed through its own entrance into a walled garden with a boma fire pit. There is a separate spacious lounge that opens onto a large viewing deck with plunge pool, outdoor shower and private dining table for up to 8 guests.
The suite boasts an en-suite bathroom with a separate WC and an additional guest bathroom next to the lounge. The Safari Suite can be interconnected with the Safari Room to sleep up to 4 guests.

Treehouse Suite
A spacious and very unique suite featuring a private deck with views over Xikwenga Dam where hippos and elephants come to bathe. There is also a large viewing deck adjacent to the room perfect for breakfasts, lunches and dinners. The Treehouse Suite offers ultimate seclusion and is perfect for honeymooners. The location of the suite also makes it the ideal choice for avid photographers and birders.
The Treehouse Suite is an approximate 10 minute walk from the main lodge and is accessible by swing bridges and raised walkways.

Dining

At Ulusaba dining is a very important part of your stay, and their chefs work hard from morning until night to provide the freshest and tastiest meals possible. All meals and drinks are included in your rates, and with at least six opportunities per day to eat, they promise you won’t go hungry!
Their internationally renowned chefs have developed numerous pan-African dishes influenced by many African cultures, flavours and spices. Their recipes are constantly refreshed and consist of seasonal, local ingredients.

Just because you’re away from the lodges doesn’t mean the culinary experience can’t travel with you. Freshly baked goodies await before you set off on the morning game drive, and they might surprise you with a few more treats while you’re in the middle of the bush, from pancake stops to bush dinners under the stars lit by torches and a flaming log fire. During the evening game drives your Ranger and Tracker will pick a spot for some refreshing sundowners to get you in the mood for dinner.

Whether dining under the African sky, in the Boma, on a deck or in the dining room, their menus and meals promise to be exciting, social and inspirational. All their breads and pastries are home baked daily and they also cater for private meals and special occasions.

Safari

Anyone who’s been on safari before knows that no two game drives are ever the same! You’ll traverse over 13,500 hectares of private reserve with your dedicated Ranger and Tracker who will tailor your game drive just for you. Your game drive will leave you with some vivid memories.

There are two daily game drives at Ulusaba, one leaving early in the morning and one leaving late afternoon, each lasting around three hours. Times will vary depending on the season, but you should always keep your eyes peeled for the Big 5.