THE KLASERIE IS A WINTER WONDERLAND...

There's never been a better or more affordable time to come and stay at Baobab Ridge! With winter in full swing and the game viewing out of this world, we've extended our South African residents' low season special offer to 15 December, meaning that you and your family can come and visit over the upcoming July school holidays at a ridiculous 50% discount! 

At South Africa's public schools, the holidays start on 9 July for two weeks, with schools reopening again on Monday 26 July. And for some private schools on three term systems, there's virtually the whole of August to look forward to, with schools closing on 6 August and only reopening on 7 September! 

This gives you ample time to get away from it all and spend some quality family time here in the magical wilderness of the Klaserie. We've still got lots of space, so all you have to do is take the plunge and escape the concrete jungle for a few, precious days. 

There's also a great long weekend coming up from 7-9 August that you can take advantage of to celebrate Women's Day in style!

Baobab Ridge is the perfect destination for families and accepts children aged six and upwards. They've got all the space in the world to run and explore as the lodge and its surrounds are fully fenced and feature wonderful gardens and lush green lawns. We've got a great selection of board games and things to keep the little ones occupied in between game activities and all of our staff just love helping to entertain and enthrall them. 

We pride ourselves on our relaxed, family friendly vibe that allows all of our guests to kick back, relax and unwind and become part of the Baobab Ridge furniture! You may arrive as strangers, but you'll certainly leave feeling as if you're part of a huge, warm extended family!

Our gorgeous suites are spacious enough to accommodate families, with extra beds on hand as needed. We also have a wonderful family suite with two en-suite bedrooms and lots of privacy. The décor is modern and inviting, with wonderful fluffy duvets that are perfect for snuggling down under and beating the winter chill! Check them out here! 

Winter in the bush means crisp, cold mornings and chilly evenings around a crackling camp fire in our gorgeous boma, under a canopy of twinkling stars. It also means wonderfully warm, sun-filled days here in South Africa's beautiful Lowveld. Most days are shorts and tee-shirts warm, if not erring on the hot side! But remember to bring lots of warm layers for those morning and afternoon game drives in our open safari vehicles!

Our sparkling pool may be a little on the cool side thanks to the colder nights, but it's still great to dip your feet in and laze around on the pool deck between activities, watching what comes down to drink at our waterhole in front of the lodge.

The dry season is typically the best in terms of game viewing, with the bush more sparse and open allowing our guides to spot exciting things like predators as they skulk in whatever cover they can find. Waterholes and dams are hives of activity as animals gravitate to them to quench their thirst and take advantage of the more lush greenery that grows around them. 

Waterholes are a popular spot for ambush predators like leopard who often hide themselves, waiting for the opportunity to snag unsuspecting antelopes as they come down to drink. They're also the perfect backdrop for morning coffee stops and evening sundowners! What are you waiting for? We'd love to welcome you here to our gorgeous little piece of wilderness paradise!

Check out the special rates here, which remember are now valid through to the Christmas season! The high season rates kick in from December 16 and last till the end of December. And click here to make a direct booking!

We hope to see you soon!