South Africa’s private reserves deliver some of the most reliable and rewarding safaris in Africa, with great guiding and luxurious lodges. From the predator-rich Sabi Sand and Timbavati to the rhino strongholds of Zululand, private concessions offer exclusivity, flexibility, and off-road sightings you won’t get in public parks. In the north, Madikwe Game Reserve provides a malaria-free safari destination with excellent sightings, while in the south, the Eastern Cape reserves combine Big Five game viewing with easy access from the Garden Route. Adding to the appeal, Cape Town and the Cape Winelands are within easy reach, creating the perfect combination of city, coast, and safari.