Embrace Sabi Sand's temperate luxury

Make Cheetah Plains Your Winter Sanctuary

Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park

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Your Cool Winter Escape Awaits

Mild winter temperatures | Exclusive-use luxury | Respite from desert heat

Trade summer heat for Sabi Sand’s temperate haven. Where mild temperatures meet reimagined opulence, your exclusive bushveld retreat offers the perfect escape from the heat. Experience true comfort and personalised luxury in South Africa’s most celebrated wildlife area.

Valid until 31 October 2025

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EXPERIENCE

Why Book for a Winter Escape

Luxury, Privacy & Personalised Care

Private villas with exclusive-use facilities, halal dining, discreet staff & bespoke children's programs for families.

Seamless Luxury Journey

Direct flights from major GCC hubs—Doha (8h 25m), Dubai (8h 15m), and Jeddah (7h 25m)—with streamlined visa assistance, private airstrip transfers, and concierge services.

Climate Sanctuary & Contemporary Design

Mild winter temperatures offering respite from desert heat in cutting-edge African luxury meeting global sophistication.

Curated Experiences & Renowned Partnerships

Exclusive safari adventures with industry giants such as Goodman Gallery, plus exclusive South African diamonds & artisanal treasures.

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PRIVATE VILLAS

Discover our three exclusive villas. With a maximum of 8 guests, each villa takes the same form, comprising two parts: a shared living space and private guest accommodation.

Location

Sabi Sand Nature Reserve

Cheetah Plains Private Game Reserve is positioned in the north-east corner of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. Our particular location is revered for its prime game viewing, and is especially well known for the iconic Big Five sightings.

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“Cheetah Plains is like no other experience I have had. The surroundings, architecture and design is exquisite and only outdone by the service! Your dedicated team make sure every need is addressed immediately. The spa treatments are a treat and the food is beyond restaurant quality – gourmet and modified to your needs and requests. Every day there is a special surprise.”

-Laura M

  • VAT at 15% (subject to change)
  • Accommodation in an exclusive-use villa with four adjoining private guest suites
  • A full selection of South African fine wines, beers and spirits
  • All meals daily for the duration of your stay
  • Twice-daily game drives in your private game viewing vehicle, up to 8 guests, expertly led by our field guide and tracker team
  • Guided bush walks
  • Select wellness treatments by your dedicated in-suite spa therapist
  • Use of the on-site gym
    Outdoor dining experiences
  • Laundry service, excluding dry cleaning
  • Wireless internet service
  • Child minding service
  • Use of a Nikon D500 series camera and lenses
  • Transfers between Arathusa Airstrip and Cheetah Plains are included when flying with Federal Air or Private Charter
  • A mandatory Sabi Sand Guest Conservation Contribution (charged per person per night) will be levied to all bookings:
  • ZAR 957.50 per person per night for a maximum of 3 nights effective 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2025
  • For Road Transfers Sabi Sand Reserve entrance fees are charged and payable at Gowrie Gate on arrival
  • Transfers to and from Cheetah Plains, other than from Arathusa Airstrip
  • Escort after dark from the reserve gates
  • Gratuities, telephone calls, purchases and all other incidental costs
  • Emergency medical evacuation, travel insurance and travel cancellation refunds (We highly recommend guests have sufficient travel and medical insurance to cover any unexpected incidents)
  • Gift shop purchases

Each Villa features:

  • Formal lounge
  • Dining room
  • Wine gallery, tasting room and bar
  • Expansive swimming pool deck area with an outdoor lounge, shower, day beds and pool
  • Outdoor boma for fireside and starlight dining
  • Dedicated hospitality outfit: host, butler, culinary team, spa therapist, field guide and tracker
  • Indigenous gardens with views into the surrounding natural bushveld
  • Contemporary South African art collection and selected decor pieces by notable artisans
  • Fully-equipped chef’s kitchen
  • Guest WC
  • WiFi
  • Entertainment lounge (with flat screen TV and Netflix)
  • Child minding service
  • Laundry service
  • Baby cots available on request
  • Villa size: 640 sqm / 6900 sqft

 

Guest suite features:

  • A king-bedded room with twin bed option
  • Interleading suites (3 & 4) available in each villa
  • Walk-in dressing room and dual vanity
  • Double rain shower and bath with bushveld views
  • Separate WC
  • Lounge and fireplace
  • Minibar
  • Coffee station
  • Deck and daybed
  • Two iPhone 10s are preloaded with safari apps and your host’s contact details
  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safes
  • Suite size: 130 sqm / 1400 sqft
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