Located in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, bordering the Kruger National Park, Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve encompasses 10 000 hectares of wild territory making for exceptional game viewing. The well-appointed lodge is set above the bush with spectacular views over a waterhole. An open-air deck and swimming pool overlook magnificent wild plains and a stylishly comfy lounge, extensive library, dining area, and bar make for cozy interior relaxation spaces. Unwind at the on-site spa and treatment sala, have a workout in the gym, and feast on superb cuisine in the boma after paying a visit to the fully stocked wine cellar. At Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve expect friendly world-class service and attention to detail that will make you feel right at home in the African bush.
Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve in South Africa is an award-winning private game reserve boasting an array of ecosystems from open plains and riverine bush to woodland and rock ridges. Game rangers at Leopard Hills are extremely passionate about the African wild and its conservation. They will lead you on spectacular twice-daily game drives striving to find the best wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities for you. The reserve is home to the remarkable African Big 5: lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant, and rhino. Further, you will also see plenty of zebra, antelope, giraffe, warthog, and hippo.
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Wildlife
- High concentration of Big 5 with large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as large lion prides.
- Other wildlife include but are not limited to the hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, African wild dog, hyaena, warthog and many other cat and antelope species.
- Large antelope herds support the populations of predators in the reserve.
- Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the region. Many can be seen in the reserve.
Game Drives
- Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
- Game drives accommodate a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle.
- The latest state-of-the-art game drive vehicles, specifically designed for Leopard Hills, have individual bucket seats with fold down armrests, ensuring your optimum safety and comfort.
- Game drives are led by an experienced guide and tracker team.
- Vehicles are allowed to go off road to track and follow the wildlife.
- Strict traverse rules are in place and vehicle numbers are limited in each reserve. A maximum of two vehicles are allowed at any sighting.
- Night drives and guided bushwalks are permitted
Activities & Facilities
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Active floodlit waterhole
- Spa & Gym
- Viewing deck
- Bar & lounge
- Library
- Wine cellar
- Curio Shop
Highlights
- Leopard Hills is built on a hill overlooking the Sabi Sands Game Reserve.
- An intimate and exclusive safari experience.
- 8 exquisite luxurious glass-fronted suites.
- Private expansive viewing decks with plunge pools and stunning reserve views.
- Silver service dinners are served in the dining room or on the deck under the stars.
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An open-air deck and main swimming pool with views of an active waterhole.
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Location
- Leopard Hills is located on the western edge of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and shares unfenced borders with the Savanna, Ulusaba, Inyati and Dulini game reserves.
- Sabi Sands lies in South Africa’s far north-eastern corner in the Mpumalanga province. The private reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park.
Getting There
- Ulusaba private airstrip is the closet airstrip, two daily chartered flights from Johannesburg are operated by Federal Airlines.
- Skukuza (SZK) is the closet commercial airport to Sabi Sabi, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Skukuza or Ulusaba private airstrip: 60 minutes.
- Flight time from Cape Town to Skukuza: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Road transfers from Skukuza to Leopard Hills take 90 minutes.
Child Policy
- Leopard Hills welcomes children from 10 years
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, and private airstrip transfers.
- Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, other airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
Rates
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
- Rates are charged per person, per night.
- No single supplement for the first single suite.
- Single supplement of 50% applicable.
- Rates displayed are valid to 31 December 2026.

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Luxury Suites
Leopard Hills is host to eight opulent glass-fronted suites. Each unit is decorated with utmost class and style, complete with a private deck and plunge pool from which to enjoy expansive views. Read more Air-conditioning keeps you cool during warm summers while romantic bathrooms feature indoor and outdoor showers with gorgeous vistas. Read Less
| Price | $ 1,610per person, per night |
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