Londolozi Game Reserve
The iconic Sabi Sand lodge — the Varty family estate that essentially invented the modern photographic safari.
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The lodge that set the standard for the African safari.
The lodge that set the standard for the African safari.
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- 3-4 days
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- The definitive luxury safari
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- You want the benchmark luxury safari experience.
Why it's worth your time
Londolozi is one of the most famous safari lodges in the world. Founded by the Varty family in the 1920s, it helped define the luxury photographic safari and remains a benchmark for conservation and guiding.
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The leopards of Londolozi — arguably the most habituated, famous leopard population on the continent.
What to know
Founded by the Varty family; one of the original pioneers of photographic (non-hunting) safari. Its leopards are among the most filmed in Africa.
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