Perfect Safari experience on the private game reserve. We nearly saw all of the Big 5 and many other animals. The animals are in general very relaxed because Sanbona is a non profit organization and therefore the pressure on the animals is held on a low level with limited people and trucks. The ranger was well educated and taught us many interesting things. The tented lodge was very beautiful. Highly recommendable!

Stayed in March 2023

everything first class

Stayed in March 2023

See above

My one reservation about Sanbona is that they need to make it clear that if you expect to see lots of animals you are at the wrong reserve. Few animals and long drives and not being allowed off the track means few sightings

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing, loved it.

My mom and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Sanbona. We stayed at Gondwana family lodge which was beautiful. I agree with previous reviews in that wildlife is not abundant but the location, active conservation efforts and overall experience was well worth it. We had 4 game drives for a 2 night stay and saw rhinos, elephants, white lions, giraffes, cheetah, cape zebras amongst others. The service, meals were also great. Learned a lot during the stay about the various wildlife, plant life, local environment along with previous inhabitants of the area. Loved it!

Stayed in February 2023

Food portion size and quality was a bit lacking. Found food to be uninventive, lacking in flavour and not aligned with the property’s price tag. Lunch and starters were particularly small and desserts could have been made fresh as the pastries were a little soft.

Fantastic facilities, staff and activities. Dwyka lodge was both comfortable and spacious in providing the best getaway and adventure. Service and staff were great and made stay super comfortable and enjoyable. Game drives were exceptional.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing

Wow, what a bedroom suite and such attentive staff. I should have stayed longer in order to benefit fully from all the wonderful facilities.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing

Our stay at Sanbona was phenomenal! From start to finish we had an incredible stay. The staff were so welcoming and couldn't do enough to help us. The rooms in Gondaana were beautifully designed and had every amenity we could ever have needed. Sitting on our deck and watching the wildlife was unforgettable. Our guide Brenda was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the local flora and fauna, whilst also ensuring we saw everything we wanted to see. The food in the restaurant was amazing and again, the design was faultless. Overall, a once in a lifetime experience!

Stayed in March 2023

There was NOTHING not to like.

EVERYTHING! One of the best experiences in our lives. Everything about our stay was flawless - from staff to the facilities. We felt really welcomed, taken care of and the whole lodge is so beautiful. Rooms are phenomenal, every detail well thought off. True five star experience and well worth the money spent. Our guide Jordan was really good, and we learned a lot in the 2 days spent at Sanbona. The nature of the reserve is breathtaking and seeing the beautiful animals in their natural habitat wonderous. One of the trips we wont forget. So happy of our choice to come to Sanbona, we felt the respect to nature from all of the staff.

Stayed in January 2023

It was fantastic all around. I highly recommend it. we loved our guide Nicole, she was incredibly knowledgeable. The food was delicious.

Stayed in February 2023

We wish we could have stayed longer!

Our stay was unforgettable!! The tented lodges are beautiful, the staff are incredible, the food is amazing and the safari was the most amazing experience. We saw and learnt so much thanks to our incredible guide Ethan. Thank you to all at Sanbona!

Stayed in February 2023

I can't think of anything .

The game guide was above all expectations (Ethan) We were there to see animals and we did! Secondly, every staff member was kind, positive and helpful. Third, the "glamping" tents were huge, comfortable and clean. Lastly, the good was great, as was the wine selection.

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing

Everything was perfect, incredible experience, staff were fantastic and extremely accommodating, game drives were phenomenal (Ethan is a star). Dwyka tents were amazing. Wish we had stayed for 3 nights!

Stayed in February 2023

Food is average

Staff are super friendly

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing I didn’t like. Only FYI is that because the land is drier and more dessert like that Kruger there is slightly less animals, however all the big 5 are there and you definitely get to see them if you are there for 2 days. My only advice is if you are coming to South Africa for the animals alone go to Kruger, but if you are going to South Africa to do Cape Town, the wine lands and would like to a Safari then Sanbona is a must!

Everything is amazing, words can’t describe the venue, food, staff, and most importantly the scenery and animals. Absolute dream come true. With it being only 3 hours from Cape Town you are able to do a safaris without having to travel all the way to Kruger! You won’t regret staying here or spending the money!

Stayed in February 2023

I can honestly say the journey into and out of the reserve was nerve racking. Our wee hired car struggled with the dirt track and at times we thought we had lost parts of it on the journey. It is quite a journey to the lodges from the main gate, 26km on average so would strongly recommend an SUV type vehicle.

Wonderful experience, staff were friendly and helpful and kept everyone well informed of the events during the stay. Meals were fantastic with good variety of choice. Room was amazing with wonderful views over the game reserve, would have benefited from an extra day to appreciate it more. The safari was an adventure, Chris our guide was very knowledgeable and tried his best to ensure we saw as many animals as possible. We were made to feel extra special with champagne left for us in our room after the safari, unfortunately as we had a 5am start for the next one we had to take it away with us. Thank you it was delicious.

Stayed in January 2023

a game reserve close to Cape Town

Stayed in January 2023

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Only one night in Sanbona means taking chances as far as wildlife sightings are concerned because of the vastness of the reserve. But experienced and communicating guides manage to provide us with our best wildlife experience so far. This means getting up at 05.00 and having to leave a truly huge bed at Gondwana lodge.(yet another reason to recommend this wonderful place) Special thanks to Anthea for your expertise on wildlife and driving skills ;-)

Stayed in January 2023

Amazing experience and highly recommended to stay at least two nights. The location both nature and accommodation wise is gorgeous, wildlife beyond remarkable. The people truly care and role model respect for nature and the animals

Stayed in January 2023

great staff great property amazing healthy animals

Stayed in December 2022

Everything was fantastic and perfect! We loved all of it. The game drives was amazing and our guide Ben was awesome!!

Stayed in November 2022

Nothing!

The whole experience of Sanbona was perfect! Dwyka Tented Lodge was beautiful, food amazing, staff friendly and efficient. The game drives were unbelievable experiences with our brilliant guide Josh showing off the wild beauty of Sanbona and their fantastic ethos of conservation.

Stayed in November 2022

everything is perfect, only thing is the wifi speed can be a little better. otherwise perfect

everything and everyone

Stayed in December 2022

Having to leave!

This was our first time in the Klein Karoo. A unique location explained by our knowledgeable and friendly guide. All the staff at the lodge were amazing. The facilities were the best of any safari we had been on. The food was excellent and plentiful and the choice of beverages very good too.

Stayed in November 2022

It was a little far and out of the way but worth it.

Guides were passionate and it felt like a very authentic experience rather than an artificial set up to show animals to visitors. The lodgings were beautiful.

Stayed in November 2022

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Beautifully kept and maintained lodges

Stayed in November 2022