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Londolozi Bush Weddings South Africa
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Londolozi
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There is a place in the bushveld of Africa that is unlike any wilderness experience in the world. A place of such solace, authenticity and wonder that it refreshes mind, body and spirit. This is Londolozi.
Untamed, spectacular and pulsing with the deep rhythm of the African bushveld, Londolozi is the quintessential experience of planet’s wildlands and animals.
Newly refurbished and exclusively family run, the learning of four generations and thirty years of ecotourism operations has now been distilled into a singular state; a transcendent bushveld experience.
Your hosts, the Varty family, have created a sanctuary of experiential and meditative luxury in the heart of the Sabi Sands Reserve. Spectacular game viewing and exceptional leopard sightings are commonplace in this rich wild wonderland.
No two days are the same at Londolozi and every experience is tailor-made – so that the spoils of your personal journey of exploration are the ultimate safari souvenirs.
Discover Londolozi, discover wholeness, harmony and passion.
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Camps at Londolozi
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Four exclusive camps and the private Granite Suites are secluded amongst towering trees on the banks of the Sand River.
Every living space and room has recently been completely refurbished to create an environment of experiential and meditative luxury. In creating each unique sanctuary we have kept the need for an authentic bush experience as our primary guide while catering for the full spectrum of imaginable services. Every space blends seamlessly into nature’s organic design and celebrates the beauty of the location and bushvel d surroundings.
For those looking for authentic experience and engagement with a light touch, Londolozi Camps are the ideal setting, providing a combination of superb design, natural materials and an unmatched pristine environment.
Set amongst some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the region are our exclusive camps:
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Tree Camp
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The most stylish family run camp in Africa
Tree Camp is a double dose of glamour. This magnificent camp embodies the very essence of Londolozi - redefining the safari experience by continually transcending guest expectations.
This is a place of connoisseurship, leopards, orchids, lanterns and Leadwood. Guests recline in the evening on the sunset decks, champagne in hand as they survey the distant koppies.
Elegance and perfect simplicity are the hallmarks of the Tree Camp sanctuaries.
In every detail and feature, from the private swimming pools and contemplation decks (Salas), to the Ralph Lauren wallpaper and chocolate coloured plaited-leather beds, this exclusive camp provides a matchless showcase of African safari excellence.
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Pioneer Camp
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The story of adventurers in a bygone era
Pioneer Camp is steeped in the early history of Londolozi. It was here that over eighty years ago the Varty ancestors arrived after three days of hard travel by rail, wagon and on foot, and pitched their tents in the falling light.
They awoke in an illuminated landscape of breathtaking beauty. Unique, peaceful and remote, this wild untrammelled wilderness is still the defining experience at Pioneer Camp.
A 500-year old Riverine forest throws dappled light on the six private sanctuaries and provides a dramatic backdrop for the camp's celebration of the past.
The interior conjures old English indulgence with an African twist. The colonial influences are evident in the elegant cream interiors, silver teapots at high tea and Portmeirion crockery.
Great sanctuaries are themed with historic memorabilia, telling a story of a bygone era and furnishing an environment of leisurely indulgence.
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Granite Private Suites
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A private river affair
The Granite Private Suites offer an extraordinary experience for no more than six guests.
Bold, inspiring materials mirror the extrusion of granite rocks that flank the camp while conveying the raw essence of Africa. A palette of silver, charcoal and elephant grey, in a range of sumptuous materials, creates an elegant and contemporary setting in each expansive suite.
The emphasis is on volume, light and privacy while blurring the barriers between inside and out. A seamless integration with nature is achieved with large doors and windows all opening directly onto the river.
Each suite has a private, unique swimming pool.
Granite Suites can be booked individually or as a private camp for six guests, making it ideal for honeymooning couples and intimate family celebrations.
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Founders Camp
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Honouring the past, celebrating the present
Founders Camp honours past guests and staff who have contributed to building Londolozi and assisting in distilling all the ecotourism learning of the past 30 years into a singular state.
Enchanting and intimate, Founder's Camp is ideally situated to provide an insider's view on the secrets of river life. Five idyllic sanctuaries repose in the shade of ancient Ebony and Matumi trees along the banks of the Sand River.
This is safari in the classic style, replete with classic black and cream ticking fabric and original mahogany beds. Deep leather couches, military chests, compass safari lamps and a riverside lounge sala, create a mood of easy luxury and laid back welcome for discerning families and travellers.
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Varty Camp
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The heart and soul of Londolozi
A campfire has burned here for over 80 years making Varty Camp the symbolic heart and soul of Londolozi.
The decor echoes tones of the Varty's own home and their continuing love affair with the earth. During the building and refurbishment process great care was taken with every tree and all changes were carefully assessed to ensure a light touch - reflecting the family's passion for sustainability.
All room sanctuaries have private swimming pools framed by timber decks, overlooking the riverbank. The living spaces are raised off the ground and shaded under a cathedral of trees.
The camp has a pleasantly down-to-earth quality and the emphasis on family heritage means that children always have a place at Varty Camp.
This is also the location of the Life Wellness Centre, Living boutique and Jon Varty Cinematography Centre; all intended to widen the guest experience.
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Massage in Africa
Massage has been practised as a healing therapy for centuries – it is even considered by some to be the oldest form of medical practice. The proven powers of massage to provide release from stress, promote increased blood flow and healing make it a wonderful addition to any holiday.
The massage space at Londolozi Life was designed by a holistic therapist to create a space in harmony with the elements, ensuring a meditative experience that quietens the mind, rejuvenates energy and creates inner balance.
Therapies on offer in the centre include Swedish massage, aromatherapy and reiki healing. All therapies are also offered in the privacy of your room or deck.
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Londolozi Wild
Londolozi Wild offers a powerful new dimension of wilderness exploration. A collection of wondrous excursions – defined by imagination and verve – provide the means for exploring the endless horizons of the African bushveld.
The range of tailor-made activities includes, discovery hikes, bush baths, leopard tracking and many more incredible adventures that are only revealed on arrival at Londolozi.
But ultimately Londolozi Wild is not just about adventure but also about discovering personal unmapped territory and reconnecting with the earth in a way that is only possible in the wilderness.
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Londolozi Cuisine
“Bear in mind that you should conduct yourself in life as at a feast.”
- Epictetus (55 AD - 135 AD)
At Londolozi, superb cuisine is considered a essential part of the experience and a vital component of our holistic philosophy. We choose every ingredient with care, favouring organic produce, free range game and herbs from our kitchen garden to create dishes that are irresistibly delicious and promote health.
As our intention is always to honour the earth, in our cooking we ensure that our seafood dishes are guided by the Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative and that the number of imported ingredients are kept to a minimum.
Our recipes are a source of great pride as many have been handed down through generations or were created in the Londolozi kitchens, which are the domain of world class chefs.
Londolozi meals are a feast for the senses, whether in the camp dining room, around the boma campfire or in the bushveld under a starlit sky.
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