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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
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