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Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Reserve

P O Box 781854, Kruger National Park 2146, South Africa
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Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Just returned from a trip to ZA having stayed 3 nights at Chitwa Chitwa. We have stayed at several game lodges before and our expectations were high but Chitwa Chitwa surpassed everything. The best game viewing we have experienced, the lodge is wonderful and the staff couldn't be better. I also managed to leave my jacket on the jeep before... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

After much research to find the right game lodge for our holiday, we selected Chitwa Chitwa. I am speechless to describe our experience adequately. As a world traveler, I have never experienced anything quite like this. Leon and Claudia ensured the very best customer service available. Their attention to every detail and the personalisation of the service left us in... More

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Asker, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We celebrated our good friend's 50th birthday (cheers Per Gunnar!) by going on a safari trip to Chitwa Chitwa, and arrived in the afternoon of May 1st. We were welcomed by Leon at the airstrip and immediately met a road block in the form of a Rhino! And the Wild life experience just continued during our stay. What a magnificent... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

It's very possible Chitwa Chitwa will leave you speechless - that's the effect it had on us, and it didn't diminish over the 4 nights of our stay. In short (as this is now a rather long piece), an incredible and never to be forgotten experience that was the best part of our trip. - From our pick up at... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

We stayed at Chitwa Chitwa for 3 nights, and it was absolutely wonderful. The managers, Claudia and Leon, are incredibly welcoming and make a great effort to get to know their guests. The rooms and grounds are gorgeous. Over the course of our 6 game drives (2 per day), we saw so many animals. We would usually see at least... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Chitwa Chitwa was a mesmerizing surprise that goes beyond words. The property is very well maintained, the Managers are attentive and cordial, service is impeccable, the Guides and Trekkers are simply the best. Photo-safaris were well organized, we received precise instructions on the do's and the don't and that helped to make it great. I had no expectations of spotting... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We couldn’t wait to arrive at Chitwa Chitwa for our 4-day Safari Adventure. Upon arrival Claudia and Leon warmly welcomed us, and we were completely in awe of the beauty Chitwa Chitwa resides in. The entire place is absolutely breathtaking, and what makes this experience even more wonderful are the people who work there. The location next to the water... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Rooms here are amazing, very large, perfectly maintained and the deck was an ideal place to spot hippos. The reserve is quite small making for an intimate feel, we had just four other people on our game drives which was led by a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable driver. Of course the main reason we visited was to see animal life... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Just returned from Chitwa Chitwa and this was my best ever safari experience on every level. The location in Sabi Sands over-looking the water hole is ideal and the rooms were excellent. The managers went out of their way to ensure that you were having a fabulous time. They really are superb hosts. No safari is ever guaranteed but everyone... More

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Jacksonville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

My husband, kids and I just got back from Chitwa Chitwa, had a Magical, out-of-this world experience there!!! We all loved the reserve, had the absolute best time of our lives! We loved the safari experience, the lodge itself, the expert knowledge of our ranger and animal tracker, and we especially loved the hospitality there. My three kids are picky... More

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Also Known As:
Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Reserve Hotel Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Reserve Hotel
Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Reserve South Africa/Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Address: P O Box 781854, Kruger National Park 2146, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 42 Speciality lodging in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Originally a private retreat of the Brink family, Chitwa Chitwa was transformed by Charl into an oasis of conservation and harmony. His dedicated holistic approach and wise land management are aimed at the handing of an uncontaminated African paradise to the future generations. In 1991 Charl and Maria Brink created Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Lodge, today a jewel of South African hospitality and an emblem of the savannas most authentic and refined luxury. ... more   less 

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