Shortly before the turn of the millennium, Singita were granted the rights to a 38,000 acre, twenty year private concession in the south-east corner of the Kruger National Park. It was against some of the most dramatic scenery and pristine wilderness that Africa has to offer that Singita Lebombo Lodge and Singita Sweni Lodge were built. They are set up on the ridges of the Lebombo Mountains at the convergence of the Nwanetsi and the Sweni Rivers. The Lebombo concession is one of the most picturesque and pristine regions in Kruger Park. Rangers here testify that it holds some of the highest concentrations of game they've seen on the continent.
Lebombo Lodge is very contemporary in design and is constructed almost entirely of wood and glass. The 15 luxury double suites are built high up into the cliff face and there is a huge sense of space with the 180 degree glass walls giving awesome views of the river below. Each of the suites has a luxury en suite bathroom and shower, outside shower, private game viewing deck, air-conditioning, mini bar and fridge, overhead fans and direct dial telephones. In addition, the main lodge facilities are a lounge, dining room, decked dining area overlooking the Nwanetsi River, outdoor boma for dining under the stars, swimming pool, well equipped gymnasium, health spa, library and a huge wine cellar. Sweni Lodge though identical in design is more intimate with only 6 luxury double suits. The location is under shade on the banks of the Sweni River and its use of more African artefacts gives it a more classic safari feel to it.
This concession is in a fantastic and abundant game area. Game drives are conducted in open 4x4 safari vehicles and night drives are also offered. In addition, seasonal fishing is offered, a cultural tour to a local Shangaan community, guided bush walks and archery.