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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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