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Game drives:
Traverse the landscape of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve with a
qualified ranger in comfortable open landrovers . During the
drive, be it in the early morning or for sundowners, various
species of plants, animals, big game and birds can be seen.
Sundowner evening drives offer spectacular displays of light
as the evening sun sets over the Little Karoo. Returning to
the Lodge, nocturnal animals can often be observed.
Wildlife: The stunning 54, 000
hectare Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in the Little Karoo is fast
becoming one of the hottest weekend break destinations in
South Africa. And with the exciting arrival of elephant,
buffalo, black rhino, Sanbona is now home to the Big 5. The
historic predator release means that for the first time in
over 200 years, lion and cheetah can once again be seen in
the Klein Karoo, making Sanbona the first private game
reserve in the Western Cape to play host to free-roaming big
cats.
Health & Beauty Spa: The fully
equipped Spa offers guests the opportunity to recover from
the rigors of the outside world and restore their sense of
inner harmony. This is the perfect environment for
rediscovering creativity and regenerating energy.
- Stargazing
- Health and Beauty Spa
- Rock Art
- Hot air ballooning
- Horse riding
- Trout fishing
- Bird watching
- Photography
- Nature walks and nature drives
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Nestled in the rolling koppies of the Little Karoo, at the foot
of the Warmwaterberg, a sprawling expanse of undulating rock
formations, hardy scrub vegetation and blue African skies,
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve invites one to experience the peace and
tranquility of Tilney Manor
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, 54 000 hectares of undulating
mountains and plains, indigenous fauna and flora, rock
formations and rock art make this a destination not to be
missed. Specialist guiding is a key element in providing a
memorable and varied experience. The name Sanbona is a
combination of the "San" people who roamed this area for
thousands of years and "bona" which represents their vision in
order to position this portion of the Little Karoo. Be it a
journey of rejuvenation and self-discovery or absorbing the
various essences and activities, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
represents the philosophy of taking care of the small things in
life.
Accommodation
Tilney Manor: Tilney Manor has
only a few luxuriously appointed rooms. This exclusivity ensures
that guests can experience personal service and world-class
cuisine in an atmosphere of privacy and tranquillity.
Comfortable lounges with fireplaces for winter nights, private
verandas, romantic freestanding baths and carefully sheltered
outdoor showers are just a few of the pleasures that guests can
enjoy. More modern comforts include air-conditioning, satellite
television, private bars and tea and coffee making facilities.
Cape Georgian decor draws on the natural colours of the
surrounding stone and vegetation, with subtle touches of San
culture influencing the design throughout the guest rooms and
conference facility.
Khanni Lodge: Sanbona's second
lodge, Khanni, is named after the San word for Eland - a
magnificent antelope revered by the San as ruler of the animal
kingdom. Tucked away in a secluded valley overlooking a natural
watering hole, Khanni Lodge is an idyllic Klein Karoo summer
house, with wrap-around verandas, high lime-washed ceilings and
exposed beams providing a feeling of cool, airy space. From the
verandah and rim-flow swimming pool guests can watch animals
visiting the watering hole to drink, and the private verandas of
the lodge's four spacious suites offer exquisite views of the
surrounding landscape. Khanni Lodge provides guests with an
enchanting choice of settings in which to relax - from the airy
dining room and cosy lounge with its fireplace, tto the outdoor
dining patio and barbeque facilities.
Activities / Facilities
Tours: The easily accessible towns, nestled among the Valleys,
all offer ample opportunity for discovery. From visits to
wineries and game reserves, art and cultural tours, museums,
hiking trails and mountain climbing, 4x4 routes and canoeing
expeditions, horse riding, even riding the worlds largest birds,
fishing and caves. You can unwind in one of the invigorating
hot-springs, revel in luxury or relax in rustic tranquility.
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