A Special Moment at Day’s End

EXPERIENCES

Tabeltop Mountain Sundowner

Some moments on a safari are about stillness. The Tabletop Mountain Sundowner is one of them.

A defining moment at the end of the day, the Tabletop Mountain Sundowner brings guests to an elevated vantage point as the sky shifts across the bush.

Drinks and snacks are served while the views stretch wide and the pace slows, offering a natural pause before the drive back to the lodge.

The experience is weather dependent, and the return drive follows dusk, often accompanied by twilight wildlife sightings.

EXPERIENCES

Moments You'll Remember

Every stay at Hippo Lakes is shaped by the moments you choose to fill it with. Classic experiences are always included as part of any safari package. Signature experiences are curated and arranged before you arrive for a seamless, more immersive stay. À la carte experiences are available to add at any time during your stay. Your concierge team will handle every detail.

À LA CARTE

Spa Services

From restorative massages to targeted body treatments, Hippo Lakes’ spa services are the perfect complement to days spent in the wild.

À LA CARTE

Wine Tastings

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply appreciate a well-chosen glass, our guided tastings offer an unhurried way to wind down after a day in the bush.

CLASSIC

Fishing

With five distinct fishing decks, Hippo Lakes offers angling opportunities for all levels.

CLASSIC

Bush Walk

Bush walks offer a more intimate connection with nature by slowing the pace and bringing attention to the details that are easy to miss from a vehicle.

À LA CARTE

Sky Safari

Sky Safari offers a bird’s-eye perspective of Hippo Lakes and the surrounding reserve, sweeping over plains, waterways, and wildlife-rich areas that feel very different when seen from the air.

SIGNATURE

Bush Braai

One of the most memorable experiences at Hippo Lakes. It follows an evening drive and brings guests together outdoors for an authentic South African BBQ beneath the night sky and sounds of the bush.