Dulini Leadwood Lodge

Positioned at the stunning confluence of the Sand and Mabrak rivers, Dulini Leadwood sits deep within the forests of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. The lodge’s contemporary design draws directly from its surroundings: rough stone, dark timbers and warm metallic accents echo the granite boulders and ancient trees that frame the riverbanks.

Game drives and guided bush walks bring you up close to Sabi Sand’s famous big cat territory. Leopard sightings are particularly strong here. Between safaris, the lodge invites breakfast served on the Treehouse Deck beneath a towering Jackalberry, afternoons by the lap pool overlooking the riverbed or quiet time spent watching wildlife pass through the bush below. Dining ranges from intimate boma evenings to elegant lodge dinners. Don’t forget to head to the cellar to choose one of the carefully curated South African wines of your liking.

Each of the small handful of suites at Dulini Leadwood boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the Sand River. Separate, but interleading, lounge, bedroom and bathroom spaces create a generous sense of flow. Bathrooms feature freestanding tubs, rain showers and outdoor showers, while the private wooden deck includes your own heated lap pool. It is ideal for honeymooners seeking solitude or for small groups with children aged 8 and older.