Exclusive-Use Safaris: The Whole Lodge, Just for You
Take over a whole lodge or villa — total privacy, your own staff
Imagine arriving at a beautiful bush camp and finding it is entirely yours — your chef, your guides, your pool, no other guests, no fixed mealtimes. That is an exclusive-use safari: you take over a whole villa or small lodge, and it becomes your private home in the wild.
It is the most relaxed, most private way to travel, and it is perfect for the moments that matter most — a big birthday, an anniversary, or simply getting three generations of a family under one thatch.
Why take a lodge exclusively
When you buy out a camp, everything relaxes. Children can be children. The kitchen cooks around your appetites. Game drives leave when your group is ready. And the privacy is absolute — there is no one to see but the people you brought and the staff looking after you.
- Total privacy — no other guests on the property.
- Your own chef, guides and staff for the stay.
- Meals, drives and downtime on your schedule.
- Ideal for celebrations and multi-generational trips.
“We ended up choosing Kateka Safari & Wellness in the Klaserie reserve and it was nothing short of incredible. The staff and facilities were the best I have ever experienced in the bush… Overall it was an 11 out of 10 experience.”
— Ranger Buck guest, special-birthday safari
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people do you need for exclusive use?
It depends on the property — some small villas suit a single family, while larger homesteads work for groups of eight or more. We’ll match the camp to your numbers.
Is exclusive use only for special occasions?
Not at all, though it’s wonderful for them. Many guests simply prefer the privacy and flexibility for any trip.
Can children stay at exclusive-use lodges?
Yes — in fact taking a whole camp is one of the best ways to travel with young children, because the environment relaxes entirely around your family.
Who it’s for
Multi-generational families, groups of friends, milestone celebrations, and guests for whom privacy is non-negotiable. It is also a natural fit for well-known travellers who want to disappear completely for a week.
Exclusive-use lodges we love
We match the property to the occasion. Kateka Safari & Wellness in the Klaserie is superb for a celebration, with a genuinely talented chef; Bateleur in the Timbavati is intimate and romantic; and homesteads such as Siviti suit larger family groups who want to spread out together.
Example of a Luxury Safari ITINERARY
DAY 1
SAXON HOTEL VILLAS & SPA
Bed and Breakfast
1 Night
DAYS 2-6
CHEETAH PLAINS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
4 Nights
DAYS 6-8
DELAIRE GRAFF LODGES & SPA
Bed and Breakfast
2 Nights
DAYS 8-11
THE SILO HOTEL
Bed and Breakfast
3 Nights
What Your Luxury Safari Includes
At the level we work, a great deal is taken care of before you arrive:
- Premium lodge, camp or villa accommodation.
- All meals, and most drinks, throughout.
- Twice-daily game drives with expert guides and trackers.
- Park and conservation fees.
- Internal flights and all transfers in your itinerary.
- Your whole trip in the Travel Key app, with a team on call.
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We specialise in creating completely personalised travel itineraries tailored to your personal needs and expectations. Simply click on the button below to chat to one of our ecosafari specialists and lets start planning your very best African safari to your very favourite destination.
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16 Lourie Close, Meyersdal Eco Estate,
Alberton, Gauteng
16 Lourie Close, Meyersdal Eco Estate, Alberton, Gauteng
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