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Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Barrydale Garden Route - South Africa

Email Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Accommodation

Sanbona and the spirit of the San people welcome you.
Situated at the foot of the towering Warmwaterberg Mountains in the heart of the Little Karoo, Sanbona celebrates the spirit of the San people who once roamed this distinctive area.

Only 3 hours from Cape Town, Sanbona boasts 54 000 hectares of undulating mountains and plains, indigenous flora and fauna, rock formations and rock art.
Sanbona is home to white lions and big game as well as the rare riverine rabbit.

The White Lion Project at Sanbona that aims to return white lions to the wild has been heralded a success. This makes Sanbona home to the only free-roaming white lions in the world.

One of the true joys of Sanbona is the freedom to do nothing at all in absolute luxury. But for those who choose to venture beyond the comfort of the luxury lodge accommodation, a world of new experiences awaits.
The sheer expanse and stark beauty of the Sanbona gives one a sense of humbleness, the realization of the inconsequentiality of life, a temporary release of the daily stresses of everyday living.

Sanbona allows one to be at peace, allowing one to curl up with a book, seeking solitude and introspection and what's more.

- At 54,000 hectares, Sanbona is one of the largest privately owned game reserves in South Africa.
- Only 3.5 hours drive from Cape Town which makes Sanbona the closest free-roaming Big 5 reserve to Cape Town.
- The ONLY FREE self sustaining White Lions in the World.
- Vast open plains and rugged mountains.
- Situated on the famous Route 62.
- Variety of endemic bird and animal life.
- Highly Competent Field Guides.
- Previously home to the SAN People where one can experience the Legacy of the Bushman in the Beauty of their Rock Art.
- The only conserved habitat for the highly endangered Riverine Rabbit (13th most endangered mammal in the world).
- Malaria free.
- Situated in the heart of the Little Karoo Wine Route, the longest in the world.

Dwyka Tented Lodge
Once the range of ancient Khoisan hunter-gatherers dramatically situated in a horseshoe bend of a dry Karoo ravine and surrounded by awe-inspiring rock formations. These luxurious and secluded tents exude an atmosphere of pioneering adventure in this vast landscape.
All Luxury Tents have:
- Total of 9 tents. 7 King Bedded and 2 Twin bedded
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Private mini bars
- Private plunge pools
- Private decks
- Under floor heating.
- Air conditioning or Comfort cooling/heating
- International dial telephone
- Tea/Coffee making facilities
- En-suite bathroom
- Electronic safe
- Hairdryer
- Fitted international adaptors

Facilities at Dwyka:
- Bar/Lounge with fireplace and TV
- Dining area with fireplace
- Relaxation Retreat with 2x Therapy Rooms
- Gift Boutique
- Wine Cellar
- Open Air Boma

Gondwana Lodge
Gondwana Lodge offers endless views over the plains of Bellair Dam and onto Anysberg-mountains. Children of all ages are entertained with its exciting “Kids on Safari” program.
All rooms / suites have:
- Total of 12 rooms/suites. 8 King Bedded and 4 Twin bedded
- Interleading Rooms available
- Indoor showers
- Private mini bars
- Private Patio / Balcony
- Under floor heating.
- Air conditioning or Comfort cooling/heating
- International dial telephone
- Tea/Coffee making facilities
- En-suite bathroom
- Electronic safe
Hairdryer
Fitted international adaptors

Facilities at Gondwana Lodge
- Bar/Lounge with fire place
- Dining area with fire place
- Relaxation Retreat with 2 x therapy rooms & steam room
- Gift Boutique
- Swimming Pool with shallow area
- Perimeter electric fence
- Children's playroom with TV
- Open Air Boma

Tiley Manor
Tiley Manor has six luxuriously appointed rooms. This exclusivity ensures that guests can experience personal service and world-class cuisine in an atmosphere of privacy and tranquillity.
Comfortable lounges with fireplaces for winter nights, private verandas, romantic freestanding baths and carefully sheltered outdoor showers are just a few of the pleasure that guest can enjoy.

More modern comforts include air-conditioning, satellite television, private bars and tea and coffee making facilities.
Our fully equipped Spa offers guest the opportunity to recover for the rigors of the outside world and restore their sense of inner harmony.

This is the perfect environment for rediscovering creativity and regenerating energy. Cape Georgian décor draws on the natural colours of the surrounding stone and vegetation, with subtle touches of San culture influencing the design throughout the guest rooms and conference facility.

Room configuration
- 6 Luxury Cape Georgian suites, sleeping 12 people
- 4 Kings, 2 Twins
Standard Room Features
- Air conditioning
- Television with DVD
- International dial tone telephone
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- En-suite bathroom, with shower, twin basins and free-standing bath in the centre
- Private mini-bar
- Safe
- Fireplace
- Luxurious bathrobes for him and her
- Private patio
- His and hers outdoor showers

Additional facilities
- Conferencing facilities
- Rim-flow swimming pool
- Spa
- Wireless Internet Facilities
- TV with Satellite Channels available in Lounge Area

Additional information
A friendly and welcoming complement of staff will look after your every need. Patio dining is provided every alternative evening which will further enhance your stay, weather permitting.
Overview & Programme
One of the true joys of Sanbona is the freedom to do nothing at all in absolute luxury. But for those who choose to venture beyond the comfort of the Lodge, a world of new experiences awaits. Game Drives, Nature Walks, Bird watching, Star Gazing, Rock Art, Rock Formations & Features, Fauna & Flora and Spa Treatments are just some of the options.

Game Drives
Traverse the landscape of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve with a qualified ranger in comfortable open Land cruisers. During the drive, be it in the early morning or for sundowners, various species of plants, animals, big game and birds can be seen.
Sundowner evening drives offer spectacular displays of light as the evening sun sets over the Little Karoo.

LIONS
Sanbona has initiated an ambitious rehabilitation programme that aims to introduce White Lions into the wild. This rare animal has been virtually wiped out in the Timbavati region, where they are endemic.
Records indicate that the White Lion was spotted in the wild as far back as 1925. Its whiteness is not due to albinism, but due to a recessive gene - similar to that found in the rare white tigers of Asia.

However, it is not a separate species of lion from the typical tawny African lion. We have integrated some wild tawny lions with the white lions in order to increase the success of the white lions to be self-sustaining and free-ranging.

AFRICAN ELEPHANT
The African Elephant is the world's largest land animal, and a bull elephant can reach a shoulder height of up to 4 metres and a weight of 5 - 6 metric tons.
This powerful pachyderm used to live anywhere south of the Sahara where water and trees occurred but since the massive decline in numbers during the 1970s and 1980s from ivory poaching, the Elephant’s distribution has become less widespread.

Possibly the most versatile herbivore of all, the Elephant's trunk enables it to feed from the ground to a height of over 6 metres - higher than a giraffe can reach. Elephants in Sanbona vary their diet from the trees, bushes, and grass to a range of succulents. Elephants roamed the Karoo in large herds up to the late 1700s.

LEOPARD
The Leopard is Africa's largest spotted cat, because it is stockier in build to the cheetah and serval. The average mass of a fully grown male leopard is around 60kg and the female is considerably lighter at an average 32kg. However Leopards in the Western Cape are known to be considerably smaller and lighter in weight, and a male may be as light as 25kg.

Leopards generally have a golden coat, with brown to black spots on the head, legs and tail, and larger 'rosettes' on the main body.
It has a wider distribution than any of the other large cats due to its ability to live anywhere - from rocky hills and mountain ranges to forests and semi-desert areas.
Predominantly solitary, this animal hunts by stalking and pouncing. It is an opportunistic hunter that will eat whatever food is available in its home range of about 400 square kilometers. Sightings of this magnificent cat are very rare.

AFRICAN BUFFALO
The African Buffalo differs dramatically from the American Buffalo, which is actually a Bison, but was erroneously referred to as Buffalo by early American settlers with limited scientific knowledge.
The African Buffalo is similar in shape to a domestic cow, but of a larger, heavier build. Adults are black to charcoal grey whilst the young have a reddish tinge.
Both sexes have horns that are heavy and widely curved, with a massive boss on the males. The African Buffalo is an unselective grazer that eats leaves and grass, favouring areas with shady trees and a ready water supply.

WHITE RHINO
This is the largest of the five rhino species. It is also referred to as the square lipped rhino because of its broad, square muzzle designed for its feeding habits.
There are two horns on the face and the skin is rough and grey. White rhinos are grazers, preferring short-grassed areas with cover and water.

They are active any time of the day or night but tend to avoid the midday heat. The white rhino used to be widely distributed but was heavily poached in the past. They have since been reintroduced into private reserves all over South Africa.

BROWN HYENA
The Brown Hyena is a large dog-like animal covered in a long shaggy dark brown to black pelt with tawny and white markings on the neck and shoulders. Its muzzle and face are black.
The lower limbs are striped, with longer front legs creating a sloping effect down to a bushy tail. It is generally found in arid areas.
The Hyena is active for most of the night. It is a solitary foraging animal, although living in social clans. Brown hyenas not only scavenge but feed on insects, fruit, eggs, ground nesting birds and small mammals.

BLACK-BACKED JACKAL
This is a medium sized, dog-like carnivore. It has a characteristic black saddle with white flecks that extends to the tip of its bushy tail. The rest of the body is reddish brown in colour.
The ears are large and pointed. Black-backed jackals occur over most the country from desert to mountainous areas, but it prefers drier areas. They have a very wide diet ranging from scavenging, hunting and eating fruit.

CHEETAH
The fastest moving land-based hunter in the world, the Cheetah's lithe grace and speed are legendary. It has a uniform buff coloring with black spots with distinctive dark tear-shaped markings on the face, black bands and white tip to its tail.
Cheetahs live on open grassland and savannah woodland extending into arid regions but avoid forests. The Cheetah preys on a variety of prey from small animals like hares to a range of antelope, including springbok through to kudu and young eland. It is typically diurnal with hunting mostly taking place during the cooler parts of the day, and usually involves a high-speed chase.

HIPPOPOTAMUS
Hippos are very large, barrel-shaped animals with short legs. They can weigh up to 1.5 metric tons. The skin is naked, smooth and predominantly dark grey with pink tinge at the eyes and ears, throat, belly and inside some skin folds.
They live in open stretches of permanent water or riverine pools with gently sloping sandbanks that are convenient resting places.
Hippos typically graze on grass during night and rest in or near the water during the day. Sometimes they graze far from water especially during dry seasons, but prefer freshly sprouted, short growth that is not only tasty, but most nutritious.

GIRAFFE
The giraffe apparently gets its name from the Arabic “xirapha” which means “one who walks swiftly”. The Giraffe is the tallest animal in the world.
It has a beautiful lattice pattern consisting of irregular patches covering the body. Both the male and female have knob-like horns.

They once occurred widely in Savannah countries south of the Sahara, but are now broken into numerous isolated populations across Southern Africa.
They feed from a wide range of trees and bushes. Giraffe were indigenous to semi arid savannah regions in Africa but their numbers declined. However, in recent years the giraffe has been widely introduced to new reserves.

PLAIN’S ZEBRA
This kind of Zebra generally has broad stripes, with lighter shadow stripes in between the darker ones. Although predominantly a grazer, a Plain's Zebra will occasionally browse, or even eat herbs.
Savannah plains are the favoured environment; however open areas of woodland, open scrub and grassland are also acceptable, if water is available. Herds of Zebra were recorded in the Klein Karoo in 1799.

SPRINGBOK
The Springbok is a medium sized antelope and has cinnamon brown upper parts with white under parts and a dark-brown stripe on its flanks. It is found in arid and semi arid scrub and grasslands.
A Springbok changes its diet according to availability of food. It grazes on the leaves and sprouts of Karoo bushes but will eat plants that are unpalatable and toxic to other species.
In the past springbok migrated in tens or hundreds of thousands, probably in response to drought in the Kalahari and Karoo. It is believed that in the late 1770s herds of up to 30 000 Springbok roamed these plains.

ELAND
This is the region's largest antelope. Both the male and the female have horns, however a mature male can be identified by the darker shading around his neck.
The male is also much heavier and larger than the female. Very adaptable, the Eland can be found on any terrain from semi-desert shrub-veldt to mountain grassland where it grazes on leaves and drinks water whenever available. The mountains of the Klein Karoo have provided the Eland with a refuge from human encroachment ever since its first local sighting by settlers in 1816.

GEMSBOK
This is a large antelope, with impressively long straight horns on both the males and females. Its bold black and white facial markings and long black tail are easy identifying features.
Preferring open, dry landscapes in semi-desert and savannah areas, it grazes and browses on the local vegetation. Evolution has gifted the Gemsbok with the ability to subsist without water for long periods of time.

KUDU
Narrow white stripes down the flanks together with a white bar across the face at eye-level make the Kudu easy to identify. It also has particularly large ears.
The male is a brown-grey colour while the female has a cinnamon tinge. Only males have horns, and these rise from the top of the head in wide spirals.
Found in savannah woodland, including rocky areas and slopes, but is not found in deserts or forests. The Kudu browses on a wide range of plants, with the Acacia species being particular favourites. Records from 1875 confirm the presence of Kudu in the Klein Karoo.

RED HARTEBEEST
Red Hartebeest are one of the fastest antelope and can reach up to 70 km/h. This antelope has unusually bright coloring Most of the coat is a glossy reddish-brown, with a black blaze on the face and black coloring on the outsides of the legs with a pale rump patch. Both the male and female have horns.
The Red Hartebeest is found in semi-desert savannah areas, but may occur in open woodland. They graze and browse and are not dependant on water.

BLACK WILDEBEEST
This Wildebeest is endemic to South Africa. Both males and females sport characteristic beards, hairy noses and distinctive long white tails - which its other vernacular name refers to, the White-tailed Gnu.
Gnu is a Khoi name given to this animal due to the nasal bellowing snort that they make. The Black Wildebeest is predominantly a grazer, but during the cold winter months it will browse on Karroid bushes if necessary. It is usually found in open plains with water.

GREY RHEBOK
With its long, thin neck and exaggeratedly pointed, upright ears, the Grey Rhebok conveys an aura of aristocratic elegance.
Its horns are straight and stand proudly upright. Predominantly a browser, this buck will also graze if necessary. The Grey Rhebok is usually found in the vicinity of rocky hills, mountain slopes and plateaus.

COMMON DUIKER
This small antelope has a shoulder height of only 60 centimeters. Also known as the Grey Duiker, this buck has greyish-buff or reddish-yellow upper parts, with a paler belly.
Its forehead and forelegs are darker, with a black blaze on its face. With its tiny size, the Duiker needs to be a master at blending into its surroundings - whether it be karoo scrub, dense bush, grassland, woodland or forest fringe. Contrary to its delicate appearance, this is one of the few antelope that is not strictly herbivorous. As well as browsing from a wide range of trees and bushes, the duiker eats fruit, and has even been known to eat nesting birds.

STEENBOK
Even smaller than a duiker, the large ears with black and white stripes inside them provide an easy way to identify this small antelope. They are bright rufous colour with white belly and buttocks.
Only the male has horns. The Steenbok prefers to live in a region with open grassland that has patches of tall grasses or bushes for shelter. They are mixed feeders eating grass, seed-pods, leaves and fruit.

KLIPSPRINGER
At first glance the Klipspringer appears to be weeping. This is caused by the large black 'tear marks' at the inner corners of its eyes, which are glands that they use to mark their territory.
The antelope's coloring is brown with white under parts. Sexes are quite distinct in appearance with the female the heavier of the two and the male equipped with horns.
The Klipspringer earned its name (which translates to 'rock jumpers') for its ability to move quickly over rocky terrain and ridges. Although its main diet consists of leaves, it resorts to grazing when necessary.

GRYSBOK
At first glance the posture of a Grysbok resembles that of a duiker - but with a shorter neck. Predominantly reddish brown in colour, the Grysbok's body is sprinkled with white touches, contrasting with the yellower brown of its face, neck, legs and flanks, and its buff underbelly.
It has distinctive pale rings around its eyes and large ears. The Grysbok lives in thick scrub and bush, including fynbos, where it supplements its grazing with browsing on leaves and fruit.

OSTRICH
The world's largest bird, the Ostrich has been farmed extensively in South Africa at different times for its fashionable feathers.
Males are glossy black and white plumed with the females sporting a less glamorous grey and white plumage. An Ostrich will eat anything, which is probably one of the factors that have ensured its successful survival all over southern Africa.

RIVERINE RABBIT
Only known to exist in the central Karoo, a riverine rabbit was discovered on Sanbona in 2006. Riverine Rabbits are the 13th most endangered mammal in the world.
Sanbona is currently the only protected area with Riverine Rabbit populations that provides sufficient space and diversity for ecological processes to function naturally.
The riverine rabbit has long ears and a characteristic dark brown band along both sides of the lower jaw. They usually browse on shrubs but will graze when grass is available.

Bird watching
For the avid bird watcher, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is home to more than 200 species. There is a very healthy population of raptors to be seen including African Fish Eagles, breeding pairs of majestic Black Eagles and regular sightings of Black Harrier.
Interesting birds on the Reserve include the Cinnamon breasted Warbler only seen in the early light of dawn. The Booted Eagle in the pale form breed well on the Reserve, while the Southern Grey Tit intrigues one with its 13 different calls.

The Namaqua Sandgrouse travels up to 80kms in search of water, collecting droplets in its breast feathers, flying back to the nest to give the moisture to its chicks. Black winged Stilts can be viewed foraging in and around water areas. Due to the unobtrusiveness of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, the birds are at ease, affording one with good viewing.

Relaxation Retreat
Step into a soothing sanctuary at the Relaxation Retreats at Sanbona. At our Relaxation Retreats, Mother Nature is brought indoors for indulgent pampering.
Our body range draws on properties from the world famous indigenous “Fynbos” plant kingdom, eliminating toxins, soothing the soul and rejuvenating the body.

The Relaxation Retreats at Sanbona overlook ancient rock formations and undulating mountains and plains. While the rejuvenating forces of nature cradle you, we deliver a range of world-class treatments and holistic modalities to balance and energize your being. Step into the privacy of our tranquil retreats – let the gentle atmosphere envelop and embrace your body, mind and soul ...
The Relaxation Retreats are fitted with sauna and steam room facilities as well as a hydro baths to further enhance the relaxation experience.

Flora & Fauna
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve has about 600 species of plants and it is intriguing to know that various species are flowering at different times throughout the year, although some more prolific between August and September.

Approximately half of the reserve used to be livestock and agricultural farms and all aspects of farming are systematically being removed.
There are various floral kingdoms that make up the Reserve. These include Acacia Thickets, Nama, Karoo, Renosterveld, Succulent Karoo and Central Mountain Fynbos. Succulents are especially varied and fascinating with names like Baby’s Bottoms, Ostrich Toes and Pig’s Ears.

Animals that roamed the area freely living amongst the San but were eradicated are being reintroduced. The Big 5 – Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Elephant and Rhinoceros as well as various other species such as Gemsbok, Springbok, Hartebeest, Eland, Kudu, Black Wildebeest and Zebra will be seen on Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Natural small game such as Jackal, Caracal, Aardwolf, Ant bear, Brown Hyena, Grey Rhebuck, Steenbuck, Klipspringer, Grysbok and Common Duiker continue to thrive.

Conferences & Incentives
Sanbona is a place to relax and feel inspired, a magnificent reserve of 54,000 hectares where big cats roam free. Get away from it all and give your team the chance to focus on business strategy and development without being interrupted, in a truly relaxed and inspiring environment.

An entire team-building experience can be tailored to suit your individual requirements, from star gazing, understanding conservation and retracing the steps of the San people, to tracking cheetah and getting a glimpse of the white lions that call Sanbona their home.

Nature Walks
Discover the spirit of the Little Karoo on foot and see the many treasures on the Reserve. An optional walk with the guidance of a ranger can be arranged to cater for individual needs.
From gentle strolls, taking in the breathtaking beauty of the indigenous fauna and flora, to challenging trails discovering isolated vistas, reveal the beauty of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.
Be it a gentle walk, or challenging trail to a secluded rock pool which invites one to submerge into its invigorating bliss and then returning to your lodge for a scrumptious meal, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve has all of this and much more to offer.

Photography
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is a photographer’s dream. Due to the perfect light conditions, during the twilight hours of sunrise and sunset it is advisable to use 100 ASA film for exquisite photographic opportunities. A 100 – 300 lens is a good choice. Macro photography is also incredible to capture close-ups of the smaller species.

Rock Art
The San people of Africa roamed the area for thousands of years until 100 years ago. The Ixam tribe, the nomadic hunter-gatherers living in harmony with nature realised then that man and nature together is sustainable.

There are 7 recorded sites throughout Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, however many more can be found. Rock art sites date back to more than 3500 years and depict the spiritual beliefs and lives of these fascinating people.
During their travels, members of the group would congregate around a communal fire, weaving stories and celebrating the gift of life while the Shaman would meditate through rhythmic dancing, singing and clapping and while in a trance, receive visions and guidance.

This medicine man or woman would ensure the well being of the tribe, protecting them from evil and sickness, predicting the future and ensuring good hunting and rains. Certain animals such as the Praying Mantis and the Eland were honoured and revered and were considered to have great spiritual powers.

These experiences of the Shaman were depicted to the tribe in the form of the rock art seen today. The various sites that were chosen were also very symbolic, the rock depicting the medium between the different realms the Shaman had travelled in his trancelike state.
Ingredients used for the paint consisted of animal blood, urine, plant sap, egg and water, the protein from blood or egg having the ability to preserve the art that exists today.

The only evidence that remains of these little people is the delicate rock art found on Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, their indelible footprints left of their presence in this vast landscape for generations to come.
Rock Formations & Features
Sheer humbleness is experienced beneath the massive examples of Cape folded mountains and thick veins of quartz, displaying rock features of incredible grandeur formed by the earths tempestuous past more than 350 million years ago.
Continental collisions, the submergence of the earth's crust and the cataclysmic influence of the oceans have all contributed to the magnificent landscapes of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.

The geology of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve consists of sedimentary sandstones, mudstones and siltstones from the Devonian era. This period was the beginning of life on earth and trace fossils of various marine invertebrates have been found.
Qualified rangers offer fascinating insight into the secrets that the rocks unfold, bearing stories of distant times of the land that time forgot - rocks progressively eroded and weathered to become the life bearing soil of the Klein Karoo.
Stargazing
With the absence of artificial light, the stargazing at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is phenomenal and amongst the best in Southern Africa.

Interpretations about the constellations of the Southern Hemisphere are given by knowledgeable guides. Romantic stories of gods and goddesses banished to the heavens are woven into astronomical facts and unfolds before one’s eyes. Discover the ancient myths of the stories told by the San about their visions of the stars.

The prominent Orion’s Belt, also known as the three Kings, forms part of the Constellation of Orion, the tragic lover and great hunter who in turn is hunting Taurus, the bull. Orion’s faithful hound, Canus Major, guards the hare, Lepus lying slain at Orion’s feet.

The navigational Southern Cross displays its magnificent facets such as the iridescent Jewel Box, the Coal Sack and the two pointers, Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.

Depending on the time of year, Venus, the Goddess of love and beauty will greet you at dawn or dusk, while Sirius, the brightest star in our heavens keeps a constant vigil. The Lord of the Rings Saturn, Jupiter and the God of War Mars and the Sky God Uranus are some of the planets that can be viewed with the naked eye.

How better to end a blissful day at Sanbona but to sit reflecting under the star studded-canopy of African skies, the vastness of infinite galaxies stretching before one
Kids on Safari at Sanbona
Gondwana Family Lodge resembling a typical thatched Karoo homestead with family rooms, children activity room, spacious lawn, outdoor play area, and pool will ensure entertainment for the whole family.

Upon arrival, your hosts will discus activity options for your family taking the family’s size, children’s ages and the weather into consideration. Child minding facilities are available at an additional cost for children younger than 4 years as they are too young to join game drives.

Outdoor Activities
• Interpretive trail through the garden of Gondwana learning about animals that occur on the reserve as well as tracks, important plants etc
• Visit the sites where the San people left their legacy on the rock faces at Sanbona, where the ranger will interpret the scene so that the children can create their own ‘rock’ art
• Sanbona Activity Book is educational and fun, teaching children about the wildlife at Sanbona and at the same time encouraging children to get involved in the game drives, often requiring the ranger’s assistance to answer some of the questions
• Children can partake in various social, sporting and art activities such as bead making, clay making activities, face painting, star gazing
Indoor Activities
• Scrap books, paper, scissors, glue crayons, pencils & paints
• Puzzles of varying sizes and difficulties covering a broad age range
• Documentary DVD’s on various conservation topics and animals, animated movies
• A selection of entertaining and educational children’s books
• A selection of fun board games
Special Notes
• Children younger than 4 years are not permitted on game drives
• Child minding is done by lodge staff and can be arranged with reservation prior to arrival at an additional cost
• All swimming activities must be supervised by parents at all times
• All children activities are age and weather dependant

FROM CAPE TOWN
An easy 3 hour drive, approximately 270 kms from Cape Town. On commencement of the journey, travel on the N1 from Cape Town in the direction of Paarl; continuing on the N1 travel through the Huguenot Tunnel. A tollgate controls this tunnel. A tollgate fee is payable at the tunnel.

The first town is Worcester set in the Breede River Valley. Taking the second turnoff to the right into Worcester, you leave the N1 and the Route 62 (R62) is taken.
Follow the signs to the town of Robertson. Once through Robertson, the next town is Ashton. Travel on through Krogmanskloof and Montagu.

Continue for approximately 43 km and turn left at “Die Vlakte” and Sanbona Wildlife Reserve sign. Please be advised that the road changes from tar to gravel and the recommended speed limit from there on is 60 km per hour. The main entrance to Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is 7 km where guests will be welcomed.

From the main gate, it is a further 45 minutes to Tilney Manor, 65 minutes to Dwyka Tented Lodge and 55 minutes to Gondwana Lodge.
Please follow the relevant signs in the reserve. The recommended speed limit is 40 km per hour. Do not exit your vehicle. Predators roam free.
The main gate closes at 18h00, should your arrival time be later, please advice prior to arrival in order to make arrangements.
A daily transfer from the main gate to your lodge is available on request, and must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.

BY AIR
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is equipped with a private landing strip near the Bellair Dam. Air charters can be arranged with registered charter companies or private aircraft with overnight guests are welcome. Prior arrangements must be made with Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Management

GPS Co-ordinates
Airstrip E 20° 37.075 S 33° 43.255
Tilney E 20° 33.132 S 33° 45.308
Khanni E20° 33.481 S 33° 48.510
Gondwana E 20° 35.972 S 33° 43.788

Email Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com