Sabi Sands, Victoria Falls and the Lower Zambezi

Situated in the prime residential neighbourhood of Melrose, The Peech is renowned for offering discreet personal service and well-appointed guest rooms overlooking lush indigenous gardens. The Peech is a haven of tranquillity in striking contrast to Joburg’s unique identity as a large and bustling African city.

Run by The Peech Family, whose passion for local design has inspired an ‘Afri-chic’ interior style. Featuring local designers, artists and craftsmanship throughout, every room and public space has been thoughtfully planned to ensure contemporary design offers functional luxury. Situated amid 2 acres of lush and largely indigenous gardens offering 2 swimming pools and outside lounging areas, where guests are encouraged to relax and enjoy Joburg’s largely hospitable climate and abundant birdlife.

Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve is a private premier viewing destination. It was the first-ever private nature reserve established in South Africa. The landscape features 65,000 hectares of savannah-covered land interspersed with watering holes, dry river beds, Lowveld woodlands, and the perennial Sabi and Sand rivers. This spectacular reserve offers exceptional game viewing opportunities with frequent sightings of the renowned Big Five as well as cheetah, zebra, giraffe, and a variety of antelope.
Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve is situated in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, bordering the world famous Kruger National Park. Here the Big 5 – Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard – abound, and viewing them from open game drive vehicles with experienced Rangers at a close proximity is their speciality. The 5 Star Luxury Lodge, with fine dining, outstanding cuisine and extensive wine cellar The main lodge is situated on a rocky outcrop overlooking a natural waterhole. Each of the 8 glass-fronted, air-conditioned suites, with private plunge pools have spectacular views out into the bush. The professional and friendly staff await your arrival and look forward to taking you on a safari experience of a lifetime.

On the banks of the Zambezi River, The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara is named after the legendary explorer who named Zambia’s iconic waterfall in honour of his queen. The hotel evokes Victorian elegance in impeccable style, and offers unforgettable adventures. A flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport, or Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe is followed by a scenic drive through historic Livingstone or Victoria Falls town. The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara is set along the banks of the great Zambezi River, in full view of the spray of the Victoria Falls. One of the world’s Seven Natural Wonders, this iconic waterfall is a mere 10-minute walk away, with guests enjoying direct access via the hotel’s private entrance.

Located on the Zimbabwe border in the southern reaches of Zambia, the Lower Zambezi region is best known as the home to the Lower Zambezi National Park which features exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. It is renowned for its abundant game and a variety of different wildlife can be spotted such as hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, fish eagles and herds of elephants. The landscape features rugged unspoilt wilderness made up of vast floodplains scattered with indigenous woodlands. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities along the Zambezi including game drives, walking safaris, canoe trips and excellent tiger fishing.
The discerning traveller will find Anabezi – the stunning luxury tented camp and one of Lower Zambezi’s premium safari experiences, stretched under the shade of a winterthorn grove at the edge of the Zambezi floodplain. Situated on a ridge above the river, the twelve extensive and beautifully designed tents are connected by raised walkways so that the game is free to pass in and out of camp, affording you unparalleled sightings from the comfort of your room or the main area.
Each of the twelve tents has an indoor bathroom and outside shower, in addition to a private plunge pool. With two spacious and comfortable decks boasting views of the Zambezi or the Mushika riverbed and waterhole, there are endless possibilities to relax and enjoy the magic of the river and wildlife.