Singita Sweni Lodge

In the dappled shade low on the banks of the Sweni River, Singita Sweni Lodge shares the quiet spaces and secrets of an African waterway. Standing only in temporary appreciation of this magnificent place, with a style that is distinctly African, Singita Sweni Lodge unites earthenware pots and ethnic artworks with contemporary pieces, against a dark palette lifted with flashes of lime, avocado and kiwi. Built on stilts with decks of dark timber, Singita Sweni Lodge is the smallest and most taciturn of the Singita lodges, with six supremely luxurious hides tucked away among the trees.

A typical day at Singita starts after senses are awakened by the sounds of the bushveld, guests congregate with the rangers at the main lodge for tea, coffee and light snacks in anticipation of the early morning game drive. As the early morning sun rises over the horizon, rangers and trackers head out with guests into the African bushveld. One can sense the excitement, who knows what to expect? A herd of ever-cautious impala huddled together, a leopard in the branches of a knobthorn tree with a kill from the last hours of darkness, a herd of elephant feeding in the lush vegetation or a pride of lion in the shade of an acacia. The sound of creatures awakening to a new day stirs your passion for Africa and its many wonders.

The fresh aromas of Singita's signature breakfast entice guests back to the lodge; overlooking the African plains from the main deck, a spectacular breakfast follows your return from the morning game drive, with a buffet of seasonal fruits, cereals, yogurts and fruit juice, followed by a delectable hot breakfast. At your leisure, whether an indulgent massage or beauty treatment at the spa, relaxing under an African sun on your sundeck, a workout at the gym or some superb shopping at the trading store, any number of discoveries await.

After spending the morning at leisure, Singita Sweni Lodge talented chefs prepare a medley of culinary delights, inspired by African flavors yet guided by western cooking tradition. As the endless African day starts to cool and the shadows are forming across the plains, guests enjoy afternoon refreshments, which are served in the main lodge before the evening game drive. A vivid sunset sky forms the backdrop of an unforgettable wildlife experience and as darkness approaches, the animals become more active, rarely seen nocturnal creatures emerge and incredible interactions are the order of the day.

Pause midway for drinks and conversation as the sun disappears at one of the many vantage points hidden in the bush. The lions stir from their slumber to begin the night's hunt and the leopard slinks through the long grass in the twilight. The evening drive is the apex of the African adventure, moments that will define forever your memories of Africa. One by one, the drivers return to the lodge, the fires are lit and the night's entertainment begins. Return to the lodge for dinner around the fire in the Boma under a starlit sky, or a gourmet meal by candlelight in the dining room. A fusion of venison dishes, fresh fish from the South African coast, pastas, soups and vegetables, dinner at Singita is a sumptuous affair, where you will be enchanted by the rhythm and harmony of a local choir. Retire to your suite for a restful nights sleep in preparation for the next exciting day!

Singita Sweni Lodge is part of Singita, Relais & Chateaux, Virtuoso and Mr & Mrs Smith

Located 600 km from Johannesburg, approximately 8 hours driving time due to the speed restrictions in Kruger National Park. If your are flying, it takes one hour 15 minutes from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport followed by a 30 minute air transfer to Singita lodges.

Federal Air provides a daily flight to all lodges from Johannesburg as well as the air transfers to the lodges from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. SA Airlink and Nationwide also provides daily flights from Johannesburg International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.

Singita Sweni Lodge
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park, Limpopo,
South Africa

PHONE NUMBER: +27.13.735.5500 - Call using Skype - (Ask for the Kiwi Rate) 
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