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View All SafarisNotten’s Bush Camp
Authentic family-run safari lodge in the Sabi Sands
About Notten’s Bush Camp
Notten’s Bush Camp is located in the prime southern sector of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. As one of the oldest and most authentic family-run lodges in the area, it is world-renowned for its high concentration of Big Five wildlife, specifically its legendary leopard and lion sightings.
Why Guests Love It
Prime Big Five Location: Situated in the world-renowned Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve adjacent to the Greater Kruger Park
Intimate & Exclusive: An authentic African safari experience with only 9 private suites for a truly personal stay
Personalised Service: Every guest receives dedicated and thoughtful attention
Authentic Ambience: A unique low-impact atmosphere where enchanting candlelight replaces electric lighting in the suites
Accommodation
9 luxury bush suites designed for privacy and comfort
Traditional safari-style indoor and outdoor showers
Private decks overlooking the pristine bushveld for quiet wildlife spotting
Activities
Morning and afternoon game drives in open-top vehicles focused on the Sabi Sands’ famous Big Five
Daily guided bush walks to explore the finer details on foot with highly experienced armed rangers
Traditional boma dining around a central fire under a canopy of stars
A sparkling lap pool and spa treatments designed to rejuvenate the spirit
The Notten’s Experience
Notten’s Bush Camp is a top choice for travellers seeking a private Big Five safari away from the crowds. The lodge’s heritage as a family-run destination is reflected in its personalised service and the communal atmosphere of open-air boma dinners. By replacing electric lighting with candlelight, the camp creates a quiet, immersive environment, making it one of the most romantic honeymoon safari escapes in the Sabi Sands.
The camp balances high-end wildlife viewing with a low-impact approach to luxury. Guests can divide their time between tracking leopards in open-top vehicles and relaxing at the private pool or spa. It is a functional and authentic sanctuary for those who value privacy, traditional safari values, and world-class conservation.
6-Day Kruger & Sabi Sands Safari Tour
Experience an authentic Big Five safari through Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands. Includes guided game drives, bush walks and close-up sightings of the Big Five.
From $3,664 pp sharing
4-Day South Africa Kruger Park Safari
Enjoy classic Big Five game drives in Kruger National Park, with a stylish safari lodge base, sunrise and sunset drives, bush walks, and expert ranger-tracker teams.
From $1,644 pp sharing
7-Day Two Kruger Private Reserves
Split your week between two exclusive private reserves, with morning and evening drives, guided walks, luxury lodge stays, and exceptional Big Five game viewing.
