Celebrating a living legacy
Being the recipient of many honoured awards over the years, Sabi Sabi has always maintained that any accolade be done in such a manner that shows authenticity, transparency and that these are rightfully awarded for the efforts we strive to accomplish in our hospitality and environmental spheres.
Decades of excellence
Over the past 4 decades we have been privileged to receive repeated awards from Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, Travel + Leisure World’s Best – two of the most well respected travel publications in our industry world-wide.
International recognition
Additionally, international publications such as Lonely Planet, Fodors and International Traveller have cited Sabi Sabi amongst their top destinations in the world. Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge was voted as Africa’s Leading Safari Lodge for 2022 by the World Travel Awards.
In 2024 Sabi Sabi was named as a winner of the World Luxury Hotel Awards for both Luxury Private Game Reserve in Africa and Luxury Private Lodge in South Africa.
Proudly South African
As a proudly South African company, it has also been our honour to be recognised and consistently awarded for having one of the best wine lists in the world by the World of Fine Wines, attesting to the wide range of South African boutique and exclusive wine labels we stock
Consciousness at our core
With the advent of the National Geographic Unique Lodges of World programme, Sabi Sabi was one of the first Lodges in Southern Africa to be awarded with this prestigious affiliation – part of a collection of the world’s most enviable experiences in amazing, iconic locations whilst similarly being proven leaders in sustainable tourism practices. Sabi Sabi has, over the years, had notable mentions and awards for their environmental practices and ensuring responsible tourism and fair trade.
Most recently, Sabi Sabi was named a winner in the 2024 Sydney Morning Herald Travellers Awards. In today’s era of responsible travel, sustainable destinations and experiences have never been more in demand. As we explore to grow the Sabi Sabi Collection, we are driven by the exciting potential to extend our pioneering sustainability initiatives to new areas.
Wilderness Haven for Families
Cocooned in nature's embrace, Sabi Sabi epitomizes luxury with wilderness. With a dedicated lodge that beckons families to embrace its comfort. Bush Lodge is meticulously designed to nurture cherished family moments. The prestigious 'Out & About with Kids' Readers Choice Award 2024 echoes our dedication to creating an enchanting sanctuary, fostering enduring family bonds amid our lodge's serene natural beauty.
NancyCThis beautiful natural space carved out of the Sabi Sabi game reserve is almost too incredible to believe. Impeccable service, fabulous food and a luxurious suite made us not want to leave.