Arathusa is one of the more affordable Sabi Sand lodges. Most suites face a waterhole, and the rate includes meals, local drinks, two game drives a day and a guided bush walk.
Waterhole-facing suites
Daily guided bush walk
Lower rates than most Sabi Sand lodges
Bush-facing suites with plunge pools
Accommodation13 suites (9 water-facing, 4 bush-facing); one source lists 12
OperatorArathusa
Safari styleGuided game drives and walks
Children12 years and up
Traversing areaLodge area not publishedIn the Sabi Sand; the lodge's own traversing area isn't published · source · What's this?
Air conditioningWi-Fi
Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Guided bush walks are included
- Lower all-in price than most Sabi Sand lodges for your dates
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- No children under 12
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
13 suites (9 water-facing, 4 bush-facing); one source lists 12. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Jan – 31 Dec | R11,500 | €623 |
Per person sharing, as listed by Safari.com for 2026. Another listing gives from €609 per person. Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walks Included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
Drinks Included
Sabi Sand Wildtuin conservation levy and vehicle entry fee are charged per guest (amounts on request).
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Arathusa Safari Lodge (Sabi Sand, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Water-facing suite
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Sabi Sand
The Sabi Sand is a group of private reserves governed by the Sabi Sand Wildtuin. It is named after the Sabie River on its southern boundary and the Sand River that flows through it, and it shares an unfenced border with Kruger National Park.
Big FiveLeopardLionElephantRhinoCheetahWild dogBirdlife
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Sabi Sand Game Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Safari Shortlist's general guide for Greater Kruger. Your check-in month is highlighted. See the month guide
Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Nearest scheduled airportSkukuza (SZK)
Straight-line distance≈ 29 km
TransfersTransfers are not included. Hoedspruit Eastgate is about 80 km away (around 1.5 hours by road).
AccessIn the northern Sabi Sand, about 8 km from Gowrie Gate. About 1.5 hours by road from Hoedspruit.
Coordinates-24.7400, 31.4300 (approximate)
ReserveSabi Sand
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenGuests 12 and older, unless the lodge is booked exclusively.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
Websitearathusa.co.za
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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