Becks Safari Lodge, situated within the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, offers the quintessential luxury African safari experience. This elegant retreat seamlessly blends contemporary design with a deep connection to the surrounding wilderness. Visitors can look forward to a blend of relaxation, adventure, and an opportunity to connect with the region’s breathtaking wildlife and landscapes.
Exceptional Design and Architecture
Becks Safari Lodge stands out with its avant-garde design, combining modern aesthetics with natural elements to create a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow. Expansive glass walls allow guests to feel immersed in the bushveld without sacrificing comfort. The lodge’s minimalist architecture, complemented by stylish furnishings and curated artworks, ensures every corner exudes sophistication.
Unrivalled Accommodation
Guests at Becks Safari Lodge can indulge in accommodation designed with both luxury and relaxation in mind. Private decks provide uninterrupted views of the bush, while freestanding bathtubs and rain showers offer a touch of indulgence. The suites, with their thoughtful layouts and luxurious finishes, ensure a serene retreat after a day of exploration.
The Heart of the Lodge
The main building serves as a welcoming hub, overlooking a riverbed and floodplains. Guests can socialise on the spacious deck, take a dip in the 20-metre infinity pool, or gather around the fire pit to share stories of the day’s adventures. Whether relaxing by the fireplace on cooler evenings or enjoying the warm summer air, the lodge offers spaces for every mood and occasion.
Immersive Safari Adventures
No luxury African safari is complete without the thrill of game drives. Becks Safari Lodge provides guests with the opportunity to explore the Karongwe Reserve, home to the Big Five and an array of other wildlife. Guided by experienced rangers and Shangaan trackers, guests can embark on open-vehicle safaris or walking tours for an up-close encounter with the bush.
Wellness in the Wilderness
For those seeking tranquillity, the Thera Naka Spa offers treatments that rejuvenate both body and mind. Using locally sourced products, the spa ensures guests feel completely refreshed, ready to embrace the next adventure.
Nearby Attractions
While the lodge itself is a haven, the surrounding region offers additional experiences. Guests can take a hot air balloon ride over the Sabie River Valley, visit the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, or explore the iconic Panorama Route. Each excursion enhances the safari experience, showcasing the diverse beauty of the South African landscape.
Rooms
Main Building
Becks’ main building on the other hand is a light and airy space overlooking the river bed and flood plains beyond. Ideal for interacting with fellow guests, it incorporates an impressive deck with excellent views of the surrounding bushveld.
Pool and Lounge
A 20-meter infinity pool helps to combat the warm summers, while an inside fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere for cooler evenings. And for group travellers and families, the outside fire pit provides an idyllic, distinctive way to wind-down the day.
Traversing over the 9000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, the Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures.
Our open vehicle game drives are perfect for game viewing. Enjoy a sundowner while the sun sets over the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains.
The magnificent game viewing makes for perfect photographic opportunities; enjoy the view of the Lowveld from a “kopje” amid the lush vegetation, huge variety of trees and over 365 different bird species.
Game drives are conducted with our qualified game rangers and Shangaan trackers – who will share their vast experience of the African Bush and a chance to view Cheetah on foot.
Dining
Innovative Wining and Dining
At Becks Safari Lodge, culinary adventures are as captivating as the wilderness experiences. The contemporary restaurant tantalizes with its innovative fusion of flavors, showcasing the finest locally sourced ingredients prepared with a modern twist. Complement your meal with a selection from the expertly curated wine cellar, featuring an impressive array of South Africa’s most celebrated vintages.
Facilities
ACTIVITIES AT BECKS
THERA NAKA SPA
Those seeking absolute serenity and relaxation, these treatments are definitely a splendid way to ensure that the body and mind are in perfect alignment with each other. Time stands still and the deepest emotions are awakened, along with your senses and the ultimate feeling of invigoration and rejuvenation.
GAME DRIVES
Game drives are conducted in open safari vehicles with qualified and knowledgeable guides or go on foot for a bush walks and get close to the little 5 and feel the true African bush.
MORNING PROGRAMME
- Wake Up Call at 05h00
- Coffee, Tea and Hot Chocolate Served with Rusk’s in the Main Area
- Morning Game Drive commence at 05h30 and return to the lodge at 08h30 – 09h00
- Breakfast served from 09h00
AFTERNOON PROGRAMME
- Lunch served from 14h30
- Afternoon Game Drive commence at 16h00 and return to the lodge at 19h00 – 19h30
- Dinner is Served
- The perfect venue for leaving the constraints of the office behind, against the backdrop of the African bush.
ACTIVITIES NEAR BECKS
MOHOLOHOLO WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTRE
Duration: 2 Hours
Gain a deeper understanding of the dangers that our wildlife faces today with a visit to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre at Moholoholo. Dedicated to the conservation of endangered species and the rehabilitation of injured and poisoned wildlife, this center also runs a range of successful breeding programs. Here, you may see a range of baby animals as well as lion, leopard, serval, lynx, honey badgers, eagles, vultures, wild dogs and any other creatures that are recuperating there.
HOT AIR BALLOONING (HOEDSPRUIT)
Duration: 4 Hours
Float over the stunning Sabie River Valley, near Hazyview, in a hot air balloon. As you glide over hills and valleys along the course of the legendary Sabie River, you will be treated to a breathtaking view of the lush scenery below including riverine forest, indigenous bush and fruit orchards. The photo opportunities are endless!
PANORAMA TOUR
Duration: 8 Hours
Explore one of South Africa’s most picturesque routes with an experienced guide as you take a tour of the area’s many natural wonders. You will see The Pinnacle Rock towering 30m above the forest as well as God’s Window, one of South Africa’s most famous vantage points (on clear days you can see as far as Mozambique). Take in the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondawels, massive spirals of dolomite that rise from the far wall of the canyon. Other highlights include the spectacular Lisbon Falls and unusual rock formations of Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Lunch is enjoyed halfway through the journey (own account) and there’s a chance to explore the colourful craft markets en-route.
- The Pinnacle
The Pinnacle Rock is a breathtaking sight – this freestanding quartzite buttress towers 30m above a lush indigenous woodland, close to the quaint forestry town of Graskop. - God’s Window
God’s Window is a vantage point set in the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve that offers panoramic views over the lush Lowveld. On clear days, you can see as far as the Kruger Park and Mozambique. - Lisbon Falls
The spectacular Lisbon Falls were named by the Portuguese settlers who came to this area in the late 1800s after gold was discovered at nearby Barbeton and Pilgrim’s Rest. This lush area offers unforgettable views and a vast array of birds. - Bourke’s Luck Potholes
These large, cylindrical potholes have been created by the churning whirlpools that occur when the Treur River plunges into the Blyde River Canyon. They are named after Tom Bourke, a miner who correctly predicted that the area would yield large deposits of gold, but never struck it rich as the gold was discovered just south of his claim. - Blyde’s River Canyon
Blyde River Canyon is one of the largest canyons on the planet and the second largest in Africa. Renowned for its red sandstone cliffs and lush subtropical foliage, this natural marvel stretches for 26km and is 762m deep on average. - Three Rondavels
The Three Rondavels, also known as the Three Sisters, are spectacular geological formations that stand 700m tall above the surrounding landscape. These eye-catching peaks are located along Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route and are named after the rondavel, a traditional beehive-shaped hut.
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