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The Royal Madikwe

Around 4 hours by road from Johannesburg, The Royal Madikwe is an intimate luxury safari lodge run by a close-knit, experienced team with a dynamic workplace culture based on participation and democratic decision-making. Through an uncompromising dedication to service excellence, The Royal Madikwe offers nothing short of luxurious accommodation, sincere hospitality and spectacular wildlife encounters!

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Makakatana Bay Lodge, named after a Zulu Chief, is the only privately-owned and owner-managed game lodge within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience this magnificent area from the comfort of the spacious rooms, set on raised decks within the wilderness of the game park.

Ghost Mountain Inn

At the foot of the legendary Ghost Mountain in Mkuze, northern KwaZulu Natal lies the privately owned 4-star Ghost Mountain Inn. This intimate and beautiful hotel is the ideal location from which to explore the array of wildlife and coastal reserves in Maputaland and the Elephant Coast. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of wildlife and the scenic splendors of this rich and diverse region during game drives, guided walks and boat cruises in the company of knowledgeable rangers.

Garonga

Garonga Safari Camp and Little Garonga are exclusive camps set in the 22,000ha Greater Makalali Private Nature Reserve west of the Kruger National Park. Whilst offering viewing of big game such as lion, elephant and rhino, Garonga promises a more intimate wildlife encounter. Garonga offers excellent game drives, tracking and wilderness walks – but also boasts an impressive range of specialist activities such as outdoor candlelit bush baths under the stars and tree-house sleep-outs.

Fancourt

Fancourt offers the ultimate in relaxation and comfort for everyone, from golf enthusiasts and spa visitors to families with toddlers & teenagers using the hotel as a base from which to explore the beautiful Garden Route. Lush manicured gardens & golf courses (fully fenced), with the majestic Outeniqua Mountains as the perfect backdrop, not only provide an unparalleled leisure experience, but also a breath-taking landscape.

Cape St Francis Resort

Cape St Francis Resort is ‘a village within a village’ and lies between the beach on the one hand and nature reserves on the other and is an ideal base from which to explore all that the Eastern Cape has to offer. Renowned as a water sport paradise with surfing, kite-surfing, surf ski and canoe paddling on the beautiful waters off both Cape St Francis and St Francis Bay’s as well as on the nearby Kromme River.

Daniel Benians

With a passion for the great outdoors, managing director Daniel loves sleeping in the wild at home or abroad. His experience, knowledge and calmness make him the perfect leader of the Distinctive pack.

Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa

Summerfields is a 5-star luxury retreat close to Kruger Park, with accommodation in 12 luxury tented suites on the Sabie River. Go for a walk through the orchards, listen to the sounds of nature while being pampered in the spa or merely relax with a good book while sampling a new gin. If you feel adventurous, go rafting on the river, picnic under the waterfalls or game-viewing in the famous Kruger Park.

Steve Hyde

Company founder Steve has proudly travelled to over a 100 countries and counting. A hub of knowledge, Steve is always on hand to inspire, advise and assist the Distinctive team.

Savanna

Savanna Private Game Reserve is an exclusive five-star lodge situated in the internationally famous Sabi Sand Reserve, within the greater Kruger National Park conservation area. It offers outstanding game viewing, personalised service and luxurious accommodation to a limited number of discerning guests. The lodge has nine magnificent suites, seven of which have tented roofs above draped ceilings blending the elegance of a by-gone colonial era with all the convenience of modern facilities.