Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended packing list: - Sunblock, sunglasses, wide-brimmed hat - Insect repellent, lip salve - Light long-sleeved shirts - Khaki, green, beige, neutral colors - Shorts or light skirt - Cotton pants, jeans, safari trousers - Fleece or sweater - Warm jacket for game drives - Comfortable walking shoes - Tracksuit (for winter) - Light raincoat - Swimsuit - Binoculars - Camera Luggage restrictions: - One soft-sided bag - One small hand luggage - Total weight not exceeding 20kg for charter flights

Chitwa Chitwa (24°44'2.16″S, 31°33'35.81″E) is situated in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve in South Africa, which forms part of the greater Kruger National Park. Flying to Chitwa Chitwa: The lodge is easily accessible by air directly from Oliver Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) with a flying time of approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes. Direct connecting flights are also available from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (35 minutes) and Eastgate Airport, Hoedspruit (25 minutes). Airlink operates convenient daily direct flights from Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town to Nelspruit Kruger. A unique 20 minute air-side transfer connects you onward on Airlink's Lodge Link service to the Arathusa Airstrip. From there you will enjoy a short open vehicle transfer to Chitwa Chitwa's doorstep. Driving to Chitwa Chitwa: The road transfer from Johannesburg to Chitwa Chitwa is about 5 hours. The lodge is in the northern area of the Sabi Sand and access is via the Gowrie Gate – near the Orpen Gate of the Kruger. Chitwa Chitwa is a scenic 3 hour drive from Nelspruit. Road transfers from the airport can be arranged by Eastgate Safaris or Seasons in Africa.

There are standard and inclusive rates. The difference is that the inclusive rates include local beer and spirits and the Chitwa House Wine Selection, while the standard excludes the cost of alcoholic beverages. Both rates also include luxury accommodation, all meals, soft drinks and bottled water, teas and coffees, two open vehicle safaris a day, daily walking safaris, laundry service and a return transfer from the Chitwa airstrip to the lodge. Rates exclude all spa treatments, telephone calls, purchases from the Chitwa Boutique and air and road transfers to and from the lodge. All airport taxes and applicable Sabi Sand entrance fees are for the client's own account. Private use of a safari vehicle accompanied by an expert guide is available on request. The rate for The Chitwa House is inclusive of accommodation, private meals, private game drives, local beverages and laundry. When booking The Chitwa House guests are offered 4 complimentary Chitwa activities per stay. The hospitality at The Chitwa House is serviced by a private butler. Note: when booking The Chitwa House & the whole lodge the service of a private butler will not be included. Please refer to the latest Rates for updated information.

There is a wide variety of fauna and flora, birdlife, insects and game to see. Chitwa Chitwa is highly acclaimed for its excellent game viewing and we boast some of the best opportunities to meet Africa's Big 5, either in a game vehicle or on foot – that is the buffalo, elephant, rhino, leopard and lion, as well as other the wildlife such as the elusive wild dog, cheetah, giraffe, hippo, zebra and antelope.

Absolutely! Chitwa is perfect for your luxury family safari in the Sabi Sand. Read more about our terms and conditions regarding children at Chitwa. We also have a special Chitwa Children's Eco Experience on offer.

Chitwa Chitwa accepts Master Card, American Express, Diners Club and Visa. The Rand is the national currency of South Africa. One Rand (R) = 100 cents (c). Notes issued R200, R100, R50, R20, R10; coins R5, R2, R1, 50c 20c, 10c, 5c, 2c, & 1c. Currency exchange rates are available at banks.

For the majority of foreign nationals who travel to South Africa for vacation, entry is straightforward and hassle-free. All visitors to South Africa must be in possession of a valid passport in order to enter the country, and in some cases, a visa. To determine whether you require a visa to enter South Africa, visit the comprehensive South African Home Affairs Department website.

Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi coverage throughout the entire camp.

The Sabi Sand Reserve falls within a malaria area. Anti-malarial prophylactics are highly recommended. Visitors are advised to consult their physician prior to travel for the most appropriate prophylactics.

Yes. Just let us know when booking and we can be sure to suit whatever culinary needs you might have.

There is, but coverage is limited and patchy in places.

Check-in Time: 14h00 Check-out Time: 11h00

Yes, all suites at Chitwa Chitwa are air-conditioned. We've gone the eco-friendly route and made sure all of the air conditioners at Chitwa have been fitted with "airco saver" air-conditioning energy savers. This reduces the energy consumed by our air conditioners by between 20 – 35%.

Chitwa Chitwa offers a range of exciting activities. Go on safari game drives, or bush walks with your ranger, receive pampering treatments in the Spa, take a dip in the rim-flow swimming pool or work out in the gym. Relax in the library with a book from our selection, play board games, or enjoy delicious meals and stops like our Pizza truck and bush breakfasts, and drinks on the deck, in the boma or the dining room and bar area. Go on a cultural village excursion to Dixie, a small village situated close to the entrance of the Sabi Sand.

It is customary to tip in South Africa if you are satisfied with the service you have received. Most guests leave a tip for both the ranger and tracker after their safari. As a guideline, you can plan to give the local equivalent of about USD 50-100 pp per day to the ranger and not much less to the tracker and an additional tip of about USD 100 for the general staff would be sufficient for a couple staying 3 nights.