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Dulini River Lodge
Big 5 Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Dulini Game Reserve, South AfricaDulini River Lodge Locatation
Dulini River Lodge
Built on the bank of the Sand River with expansive views over the riparian bush and the wildlife that rely on the river. Situated within the 65 000 hectare (160 600 acre) Sabi Sand Game Reserve, which adjoins the Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.
The rather luxurious Dulini River Lodge has a traversing area of
10 000 hectares (25 000 acres) where the highly qualified Game Rengers conduct the wildlife safaris into the bushveld..
What sets Dulini River Lodge apart
Access
A 5 hour drive on good roads from Johannesburg to the Newington Gate of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Federal Air operates daily flights from OR Tambo (ORT) to Ulusaba airstrip, followed by an easy game drive to the lodge. SA Airlink offers daily flights from ORT to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, followed by either a road or air transfer to the lodge.
Dulini River Lodge Accommodatation
Dulini River Lodge is tucked away in a quiet corner of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve’s western sector, right on the edge of the Sand River. It consists of six luxury suites with dramatic close up views of the River. Each air conditioned suite features generous spaces, elegant ensuite bathrooms with twin hand basins, separate w.c., bath, indoor and outdoor showers. Private plunge pools are surrounded by spacious decks that overlook the river.
Guest Areas
River Lodge’s magnificently positioned guest sitting and dining areas overlook the Sand River, and are filled with deep sofas perfect for whiling away the hours between game drives. A giant sausage tree provides shade for long, lazy afternoon lunches. Delicious Pan African meals are shared in the open air boma or at romantic candlelit bush dinners. The Lodge has a Safari Shop.
Dulini River Lodge Safaris
View Africa’s most impressive wildlife on morning and afternoon/evening game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles with expert guides and Shangaan trackers. Guests can also enjoy interpretive guided bush walks with excellent birdwatching.
Weather
Summer months are hot and humid (Nov to Mar). Temperatures start to cool slightly (Apr), and winter months are warm with cold nights/dawns (May to Jun). July to September is very dry with cold night and early morning/late afternoon temperatures. Spring is very dry with hot, dry winds (Sept to Oct).
Rainfall
The first rains start towards the end of October. Rains or typical afternoon thundershowers (Nov and Mar), with potential scattered afternoon thundershowers (Apr).
Temperature
Summer: 13˚C to 38˚C / 55˚F to 100˚F.
Winter: 3˚C to 32˚C / 37˚F to 90˚F
Best time to travel to Dulini River Lodge
All year round, best game viewing from March to October
GPS co-ordinates
S 24°46.217’ E 031°23.914’
Malaria
Dulini River Lodge is situated in a malaria area and necessary precautions should be taken.
Children Policy at Dulini River Lodge
Children from 8 years and older are welcome, although triple rooms are not possible. Should there be a full camp booking; children of any age will be welcome.