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Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

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A room with a large bathtub, a wooden chair, and a view of a mountainous landscape through an open door.
A desert landscape with three modern, well-lit buildings with flat roofs, surrounded by sparse vegetation and rocky hills.
A wine cellar with wooden shelves and a stone wall.
A desert resort with multiple tents and a wooden building with a pool.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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R62 between Montagu and Barrydale, Barrydale, Western Cape, 6720
  • Place, Montagu Nature Garden
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, South Africa's Peace Pagoda
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Montagu Hot Springs
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Dwyka Tented Lodge 1

A wooden deck with lounge chairs, a pool, and a view of a rocky mountain.

Dwyka Tented Lodge 1

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tilney Manor

A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a vehicle parked nearby.

Tilney Manor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Gondwana Lodge 1

A balcony with a view of a natural landscape, a table, and two chairs.

Gondwana Lodge 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Barrydale

Barrydale retreat .You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Wilderbraam Berry Estate and 32 miles (52 km) of South Africa's Peace Pagoda. Montagu Nature Garden and Montagu Museum are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wilderbraam Berry Estate - 36 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Montagu Nature Garden - 44 min drive - 34.7 miles
  • Montagu Village Market - 47 min drive - 35.8 miles
  • South Africa's Peace Pagoda - 51 min drive - 34.1 miles
  • Montagu Hot Springs - 53 min drive - 37.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Joubert-Tradauw - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Akkerboom Farm Stall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Karoo Saloon - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Barrydale lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee (May 01 - April 30): ZAR 220 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open September 01 and close March 31.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale
bona Wildlife Reserve Barryda
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sanbona Wildlife Reserve to the airport?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is 145.9 mi (197-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve on Aug 12, 2026 start from $1,147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offer free breakfast?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a pool?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve features an outdoor pool.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and facials.

How close is Sanbona Wildlife Reserve to downtown Barrydale?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is 11.2 mi away from Barrydale.

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service, beautiful rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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Amazing all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ozge

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Amazing vacation highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

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What a great experience! From start to finish our stay was amazing. The staff ware honestly friendly, knowledgeable, and couldn’t do enough for you. We saw so much on each drive and our guide Zede was fabulous. We stayed two nights but think three would have been better. So we are already planning to come back. Book and go, you will not regret it at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay, everything from food to staff to safari was amazing. The staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadja

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Really love that Place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The game drive guides are amazing. We had JayLee who has so much knowledge and is determined to find the Big 5. He never disappointed. We stayed in Tilney Manor but would have preferred Gondwana but we found out there was a problem with our booking and were moved. The reserve is vast but has so much wild life.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Britta

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Stunning property in an amazing setting!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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Everything about our stay at Tilney Manor was fabulous. The staff, the beautiful room, the terrace, the pool and the visiting wildlife! Breakfast, lunch and dinner were plentiful and superb. But most of all, the safari drives were unforgettable. Our guide, Rigchter was knowledgable, so enthusiastic and the wildlife we experienced was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angelika

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Exceptional Hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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Room and guides were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best hotel ever stay. I could not say enough how much I enjoy this hotel, staffs are so kind , food is exceptional excellent !! Strongly recommend to stay two nights or more. Will definitely come back !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Accommodation was fabulous and the whole experience great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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Sanbona was amazing! They are very focused on the conservation of plants and animals, but manage to do this while offering the utmost luxury! We loved our stay at Sanbona!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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This place is amazing. Did not want to leave!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

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60th Birthday trip

The most amazing experience our guide Marco was so well versed with all the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An exceptional safari experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wang fung

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Wonderful Experience !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely faultless from start to finish. We had the best experience possible thanks to the wonderful team at Tilney Manor and Jordan, our amazing guide. Jordan went to every effort to make our game drives as intersting and as tailored as possible. His knowledge and skills are brilliant. Thank you Sanbona for the memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing experience, the beautiful tented lodge, the game drives with Josh, the landscape, the excellent service an attention to detail. Looking forward to returning in the not so distant future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Freddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A truly wonderful place.

Sanbona is truly a magical place. The Dwyka Tented Lodge is so wonderfully crafted that you did really feel that you are the only people there. The game drives/guides are fantastic and knowledgable about all the animals and the area itself. The staff at the reserve are second to none and we could not rate than higher. We had the most wonderful time and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

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This was a very unique holiday break for 2 days. The service and facilities was excellent and all of the staff were wonderful. Our game reserve guide Jaylee Pietersen, who was very knowledgeable and courteous. It made our wedding anniversary a very memorable experience. Thank for a lovely stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Cannot say enough about them. Everyone is friendly and goes above and beyond from the moment you get there. The guides are great and knowledgeable. The property and room/tent is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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