Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Nothing was too much. Service was exceptionally good and very friendly. Everything very well organised. Attention to detail very good! Our tour guide was brilliant and knew everything about the animals we saw. We were very happy with our room - the decor was great, it was very spacious and clean.

Everything was just perfect, starting and ending with the people who did everything and beyond to make our stay memorable. Our guide Christopher was very knowledgeable and experienced, therefore able to find so much game, big and small. The reserve is exceptionally beautiful, especially during sunrise and sunset, when we had our game drives. The food was really exquisite, as well as the local wines which were included. Every staff member, from our guide, people at the restaurant, at the reception and the management where very attentive and friendly. We only missed out on the cheetahs, so definitely coming back one day!

It far exceeded our expectations, it’s very well run , nicely luxurious, excellent staff and we had some good game drives and were fortunate to see a Cheetah, there are only 3 on the property ( bigger than Singapore) no lion sightings which was a disappointment but nature doesn’t always perform to order. Some excellent interactions with a the elephants. The food was good and from the decking we saw Kudo, Gazelles, Baboons, a Lion was spotted and a Brown Hyena.

We had very pleasant 3 days at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. We felt very privileged to have the daily game drives with Josh; to see and become part of his enthusiasm, being able of discovering this beautiful surrounding with its wildlife is a privilege that we don’t take for granted. We loved the time on the game drive and Josh managed the perfect balance between being informative, giving space to enjoy and breath in the quietness of the resort. The hours back at the resort were equally enjoyable. The room is lovely, spacious and there is not much you could wish for more. They provide plenty of food, drinks, snacks, everything was there. What we enjoyed the most was the barbecue night; this was very special. And having a shower with a view and being able to spot some elephants!

Once you get into the lodge, the experience is perfect in every aspect. I’ve been in other reserves and this one has the best game drive. All drinks are included, lots of food, not only breakfast, lunch and dinner but also snacks in or before the game drive.