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Dulini Game Reserve
South Africa 100 km² (39 mi²)
About Dulini Game Reserve
Dulini Game Reserve is an ultra-exclusive private concession within the western Sabi Sand Wildtuin, bordering Kruger National Park. With just three intimate lodges sharing this pristine section of bushveld along the Sand River, Dulini offers one of the most private and luxurious safari experiences in all of southern Africa.
The reserve benefits from the same exceptional wildlife viewing that makes the Sabi Sand famous — outstanding leopard sightings, Big Five encounters, and wild dog movements through the area. Dulini's section of the Sand River provides a permanent water source that draws dense concentrations of game, particularly during the dry winter months. Traversing rights across the wider Sabi Sand ensure vast game-viewing areas.
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Safari Tours
3.8
Avg Rating
5/5
Big Five
Highlights
- Ultra-exclusive — only three lodges share this concession
- Outstanding leopard and Big Five sightings in Sabi Sand
- Sand River frontage attracts dense game concentrations
- Some of Africa's finest luxury safari lodges
- Traversing rights across the wider Sabi Sand reserve
Considerations
- Extremely expensive — among SA's priciest safari options
- Very limited availability — books months in advance
- No self-drive or budget options
- Malaria area
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
common
🐆
Leopard
common
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
common
🦏
Rhino
common
Notable Species
Lion
Common
Leopard
Common
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
White Rhino
Common
Giraffe
Common
Impala
Common
Hyena
Common
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
Jan
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Dec
Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Dulini is accessed via Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) near Nelspruit or Skukuza Airport within Kruger. Lodges arrange road transfers (1-2 hours). Charter flights to Sabi Sand airstrips also available.
Nearest Airport
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
Nearest City
Hazyview
Drive Time
5 hours