Baobab Ridge

Baobab Ridge lies within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve and offers guests an up-market, comfortable, authentic and affordable wilderness experience. This small and intimate private lodge with only seven private suites sleeps a maximum of 16 guests, giving a feeling of serenity, far away from the masses.

Family owned and run, the lodge is a home away from home and prides itself on its relaxed, family atmosphere, wide smiles and friendly, welcoming staff. Situated within easy reach of the suites, the main lodge features a bar and lounge area, small TV room with satellite television and DVD player, free WiFi, outdoor terraces, guest bathrooms, a large dining room and an office.

Outdoors there is a comfortable open-air boma area with a fireplace. The swimming pool overlooks the surrounding bush and a small waterhole. The lodge is accessible to wheelchairs and is fully fenced from larger wildlife to ensure your safely.

Baobab Ridge relax and look out at the waterhole

Baobab Ridge private patio part of the luxury suites

THE GUEST SUITES

The lodge has seven free-standing guest cottages and can sleep a maximum of 16 guests. All of the suites are raised on timber decks and their décor is inspired by the wonderful African wilderness that surrounds Baobab Ridge and reflects an air of simple, classic elegance with luxurious fittings and fixtures, high quality linen and clean, modern design. Colours are neutral and muted, save for punches of colour and texture, from the warm hues of sunrise to the deep velvet blues of the African night ...

So lay back and unwind, and let your senses be filled with the wonder that is wild Africa ...

THE POOL DECK

Offering sweeping views out over the African bush in front of the ridge on which it is built, Baobab Ridge's pool deck is the perfect place for serious relaxation in between game activities and meals!

Overlooking a permanent waterhole that attracts a wide variety of wildlife species throughout the day (and night) - there's always something going on at the pool deck, so be sure to have your binoculars and camera to hand when spending time here.

The pool deck overlooks a permanent water hole

Our fabulous loungers on the upper deck have been custom made to encourage you to grab 40 winks with their plump, oversized cushions making them the perfect place for secret siestas!

A loyalty bar and pool towels are located in a vibrantly decorated nook behind a beautiful Zanzibari door, meaning that you always have some nice, ice-cold refreshments at your fingertips. The refreshing plunge pool is another great way to cool off!

Curl up with a good book on our sassy red couches or enjoy a lively conversation with a bottle of one of South Africa's fine wines. Or just sit back and lose yourself in the amazing view, losing all track of time as you do so ...

The bathroom has a large bath, in-door and out-door shower

You can lie on your bed and look out into the reserve

SUPERIOR SUITES

There are six superior suites at Baobab Ridge. All feature a range of luxury facilities from a fridge (ask us to stock it with drinks of your choice) and tea/coffee station to wonderful outdoor seating area on the verandah overlooking the African bush and sumptuous en-suite bathroom.

The suites are open-plan with a dedicated lounge with oversized, double recliners and a lovely bedroom area featuring a king-size bed which can be configured as a twin, should you desire. The wonderful, spacious bathrooms feature a fabulous soaking tub big enough for two, two vanity units with hand basins, bidet and toilet and both indoor and outdoor showers.

GAME DRIVES

Game drives at Baobab Ridge are in open vehicles with qualified senior guides. Our guides are passionate about wildlife and are in contact with other vehicles on game drives, greatly increasing your chances of finding the wildlife that you want to see.

Our vehicles may also leave the road to follow animals into the bush and thus provide opportunities to witness behaviour and interactions you might not otherwise see. We are in a Big Five area, so we do see lion, leopard, wild dog, elephant, buffalo and many more in our area!

Your guide will share expert knowledge and information about each species and their behaviour. The birding is quite spectacular, especially during spring and summer when the migrants breed.

SAfari game drives in comfortable open vehicles

Baobab Ridge

Sundowner stop before continuing on the night drive

NIGHT GAME DRIVES

Night drives offer exceptionally good opportunities to spot game not usually seen during the day. Our afternoon game drives end in the dark, giving our guests the opportunity to experience a night drive as well! Don’t miss the chance to spot lion and other nocturnal species who are at their most energetic at night.

See how the guides find the smallest of creatures from chameleons to the elusive leopard. A spotlight on our open safari vehicle ensures great views and animal encounters in the dark. On our afternoon drive, you will make a stop for sundowners, to watch the sunset before heading out again.

Game drives after dark or at dawn are often a real highlight, you can see endless stars and you’re also likely to encounter a whole range of nocturnal species from leopard, porcupine and hyena to a range of owl species.

Get up close and personal with the big five

Each sundower stop is at a special place

GUIDED BUSH WALKS

Walking in the bush gives you the opportunity to experience Africa from the ground, in the safe hands of our professional guide. The small details that are overlooked on game drives become more apparent from the slower pace of being on foot. For instance, you can learn about the amazing engineering skills involved in the creation of a termite mound!

Bird calls, tracks, insects, plants, geology, the thrilling sight of spotting big game at eye level; everything takes on more significance and you gain a much deeper understanding of your environment.

It can also be fun playing detective to try and work out which creature might have made the tracks in the sand, trying to guess the types of animal dung and - if you’re really brave - engaging in the local sport of impala dung spitting!

Experience the African wilderness, as it should be, in the renowned Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, offering sweeping views out over the African bush in front of the ridge on which it is built ...

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