Ebony Villa
Singita Ebony Lodge, Hazyview, South Africa
ZAR 229,900
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Overview
A private villa standing steadfast on the banks of the Sand River in the heart of South Africa’s big cat country. The romance and adventure of a tented safari is captured in sumptuous style as canvas walls and expansive glass immerse guests in the surrounding wilderness.
The villa comprises the two family suites with access to an additional private lounge, swimming pool and deck area, which connects these two individual suites. Ebony Villa will includes a private guide and vehicle, chef, host and banakeli (personal waiter). There is a private entrance and boma, so small groups searching for complete seclusion will be at ease. The Ebony Villa is suited to up to four adults and four children under 12 years, or up to six adults and teenagers.
Map & Directions
Singita Ebony Lodge, Hazyview, South Africa
Your Journey to Reach Us
By Air
- We can arrange scheduled flights or private charters for your trip.
- All flights land at Singita’s airstrip located 10 minutes from the lodge.
- On scheduled flights, the weight of luggage is restricted to 20kg (44lb) for checked baggage and 5kg (11lb) for hand luggage. Only soft-sided luggage is permitted.
- Johannesburg to Singita Sabi Sand: approximately 1 hour.
- Nelspruit to Singita Sabi Sand: approximately 30 minutes.
- Private aircraft pilots land at their own risk and are advised to broadcast their intentions on frequency 124,8 MHz.
- Runway: 01/19
- Latitude: 24° 48” 18’ S
- Longitude: 31° 25” 34’ E
- Elevation: 1250ft
- Width: 20m
- Length: 1 400m
- Surface: Soft tar
By Road
- From Johannesburg: approximately 6.5 hours’ drive (+/- 500km).
- From Hazyview: approximately 1 hours’ drive (+/- 50km).
Additional Details
- Max 8 guests + 1 child
- 2 x Family Suites:
- 1 Master bedroom with inside/outside shower, inside bath, river view
- 2nd smaller bedroom (twin split) with inside bath & outside shower
- Shared lounge & deck/pool area
- Fireplace & own turning circle
- Check in: 13h00/Check out: 11h00
- Boma & airstrip dinner
- Fine dining a la carte dinner
- Bush dinner – summer only
- Bush breakfast – winter only
- Bush snacks
- Wine tastings (wine & food pairing)
- Board games, colouring books, paint sets & crayons
- Cookie decorating with chefs
- Interactive smores cooking with chefs
- Walking & biking (Over 16)
- Local community visits
- Archery & swimming
- Mini rangers’ course
Rooms & Rates
Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off-Peak Season
Peak Season
Peak Season
Ebony Villa
ZAR 271,500
per villa per night (1-8 guests)Shoulder Season
Shoulder Season
Ebony Villa
ZAR 250,400
per villa per night (1-8 guests)Off-Peak Season
Off-Peak Season
Ebony Villa
ZAR 229,900
per villa per night (1-8 guests)Video
Activities
Stargazing
There is perhaps no more transcendent experience than looking up at a full sky of sparkling stars.
Man has had a love affair with the nighttime sky for centuries and with very little pollution and no city lights to detract for the stars, your view of the heavens here will be crystal clear – nothing between you and the vast African sky above. Far away from all of the light pollution you get in most cities and towns, a visit to our lodge is a great chance to gaze at the night sky.
Photography
Camera kits suited to wildlife photography are available for rent during your stay.
The equipment is available and suitable for all levels of photographers. Experienced photographers keen to capture their unique perspective will appreciate the technology on offer. But an aspiring novice who would like to try their hand at training a telephoto lens is equally welcome.
For your convenience, both lodges also offer a Photographic Library. Review and edit your photos, complete with one-on-one post-production advice from your guide. Get professional tips and expert guidance on selecting or enhancing your images.
Photographic Editing
- A quiet area is available in the sitting room with an iMac 27” Retina 5K Display and the latest version of both Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop editing software.
- Book a private one-on-one post-production session with your guide to review your RAW images and select the best keepsakes.
- Load your edited images on a provided 8GB flash drive with compliments from Singita
- Bookings can be arranged with your guide or at the Amukeri desk
Game Drives
Daily game drives with professional guides and trackers provide the perfect opportunity to get up close to Africa’s incredible animals, while evening drives reveal the elusive magic of nocturnal Africa.
Our game drives are all conducted in state-of-the-art vehicles, each accommodating a maximum of six guests.
During your stay, you are likely to spot a great variety of wildlife.
Wine Experience
Singita is recognised as one of Africa’s most influential collectors of wine, with an extensive cellar showcasing a premium selection of wines, including some of the continent’s most sought-after private reserves, including exclusive release, limited single vineyard and rare auction wines. It’s safe to say that wine is a key ingredient of the unique Singita experience.
The Singita wine list has received numerous awards of excellence, the top Diners’ Club Wine List accolade as well as recognition from countless other local and international organisations.
François Rautenbach is responsible for this excellence as the director of Singita Premier Wine, he manages the selection, purchase, storage, and service of all the wines at Singita’s lodges. François also manages Singita Premier Wine Direct which allows guests to order their favourite wines from their safari to enjoy at home. With the Singita Premier Wine Direct service, wines can either be specially packed for guests as checked luggage or shipped directly to a guest’s home.
Personalised wine tastings within the unique ambience of each lodge’s own temperature-controlled cellar are a true guest favourite, for connoisseurs and casual tasters alike. Singita’s experienced sommeliers are able to guide guests through a variety of wine styles, years and cultivars to find the wines most suited to their individual tastes.
As with all that Singita does, community upliftment is central to the Singita wine programme as well. François Rautenbach has created a special training programme for enthusiastic young wine lovers, developing the next generation of sommeliers for Africa. The training provides educational assistance, personal mentoring, formal wine training and access to Africa’s finest wine programme.
Guided Safari Walks
Walking safaris are an incredible way to experience the bush up close and personal.
Your expert guide and tracker will accompany you as you track animals on foot through the wilderness and explore the magnificent plants and landscapes around you.
We suggest a minimum age of 15 years for this activity, but participation is at the discretion of your Field Guide.
Wellness
Offering the luxury of unfiltered time and space, the African wilderness is the ultimate setting for complete unwinding, while the continent’s healing energies are encapsulated in rituals that nourish and nurture.
Our enduring purpose to restore the land and its wildlife extends to offering healing experiences to our guests at every touchpoint. The dedicated treatments in our massage spaces tap into the profound benefits of indigenous wisdoms and essential oils that relax, replenish and revive. Each tailor-made therapy can be customised and timed to preference, ensuring a completely personalised experience.
The massage menu has been designed to immerse guests into their beautiful surroundings, and all treatments incorporate that peace and vibrant energy to revitalize and nourish the soul.
Swimming Pool
Relax or cool down at thw pool. If relaxing is more your thing, we’ll make you a cocktail so you can soak up the sunshine.
For Families
Encountering Africa’s magnificent wildlife is a truly life-changing experience, no matter what one’s age, and time spent at our Lodge makes for an unforgettable family holiday. Filled with discovery and shared connections within nature, it’s an ideal opportunity to open children’s eyes to the wonders of an untouched wilderness.
All activities at the lodge are tailored to specifically suit the interests of each family. In the interest of safety, children may participate in game drives and bush walks at the discretion of dedicated Field Guides. The lodge also offers childminding services, as well as an array of activities to keep little ones engaged and entertained.
Our exciting Mini Rangers Course is a customised, fun-filled programme that opens up a whole new world to young explorers. It includes learning how to track animals; astronomy; bush survival techniques; game-, tree- and bird-spotting competitions as well as nature quizzes.
Children aged 10 years and older are welcome at our Lodge.
More children’s activities offered:
- Cooking interactions
- Board games
- Stargazing
- Bush walks (minimum age 16)
- Activity booklets with a variety of games, quizzes and games
- Arts & crafts
- Movies
- Swimming
Boutique & Gallery
Not your regular curio shop, you will find original treasures that have been gathered from all corners of the African continent. A range of collectable sculptures, home-ware and furnishings will allow you to recreate ‘the safari dream’ within your own home.
Artefacts, as well as authentic carvings and jewellery created by local craftsmen are just a few of the treasures you may find to take home as gifts.
Amongst beautiful museum quality, fine-art prints and works by some of the most respected artists on the continent, there are many pieces especially designed for Singita. Here too you can find a range of quality branded Singita safari wear.
We offer a worldwide shipping service so you may make your purchases at the lodges with the option to send them straight home.
Premier Wine Boutique
As one of South Africa’s most influential buyers of wine, Singita’s cellars are home to some of the most sought-after private reserves and vintage wines the country has to offer. Whether you are a connoisseur or just enjoy the occasional glass of wine, our experienced sommeliers delight in introducing guests to a vast selection of varietals from all over the world.
Through Singita Premier Wine Direct guests may purchase wines from our cellars: either to be taken home at the end of their trip or conveniently delivered to their door.
As an addition to cellar purchases, we have secured allocations of highly limited, sought-after wines, including ‘Icons’, ‘Single Vineyard’ and ‘Limited Release’ wines, directly from leading wineries in South Africa. Stored in temperature-controlled cellars, these wines are unlikely to be available anywhere else.
Fitness Centre
Fully equipped gym available for guests’ convenience. Hit the gym and work up an appetite with picturesque views of the bush, allowing you to keep an eye on the action outside while you work out.