Leopard Sands, Kruger Park

The location and atmosphere is amazing and everything about the lodge exceeded my expectations. Because it is situated on the Sabie River, you may see animals closely as they drink or eat in the area. The rooms are spacious, have air conditioning, indoor and outdoor showers, bath tub, mini bar and a private deck facing the river. Above all, the staff is incredible and truly made our trip extra special. They are so inviting and made us feel like family. I worked directly with Melissa to plan our safari drives, additional activities via email and she was so knowledgeable and patient with the myriad of questions I had. Sam is the head chef and his chefs, cooks and servers are amazing. Every meal was cooked to perfection and special requests are honored for allergies and other dietary needs. The front desk staff including Anita, KG and Pastor are so friendly and hospitable and housekeeping is very attentive. The lodge has their own drivers for pickup from Skukuza airport, the game drives, and to take you to additional activities you would like to book. We loved doing the park drives with Sandros who could spot the Big 5 from far away! And we enjoyed driving with Pamley and Earnest. Truly recommend this very special place.

Words will not justify our magical 5 star bush experience at the incredible Leopard Sands Kruger Park. A huge shoutout to the most hospitable team that greeted us most enthusiastically after our long drive from Botswana, refreshing us with cold towels and exotic drinks. Van and his team made our stay most comfortable and memorable, we applaude your service and the warmth you have shown our family. Every meal from entrée to dessert was prepared exquisitely, we acknowledge the amazing and friendly chef, Sam- truly a palatable experience! We were mesmerized by the views of the majestic animals from the deck, a most tranquil experience. The rooms were beautifully designed to enhance your African experience, decorated with gorgeous Leopard photograph frames. The attention to detail in every aspect of Leopard sands was amazing 👏 we recommend booking your next bush trip with them and guarantee that they will not disappoint. We thank you and we will definitely be visiting again. The Bhamjee Family- Botswana

Staying at Marriott Leopard Sands was truly a first-class experience from beginning to end. They went above and beyond in every possible way and completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment we landed, the service was exceptional. A driver was waiting at the airport with a sign with our names on it, helped us with our luggage, and then escorted us to a shuttle where a table was beautifully set up with welcome drinks and snacks. On the scenic drive to the lodge, we even spotted elephants and other wildlife, which set the tone for the entire stay. When we arrived at the lodge, we were greeted with songs, warm smiles, and hot towels to refresh ourselves. Our luggage was delivered to our room while we enjoyed a snack before heading out on our first game ride. The food throughout our stay was delicious, with thoughtful menus and plenty of great options. I was celebrating my birthday, and the staff went out of their way to make it memorable. I requested rose petals in the pool, and they accommodated it perfectly. They surprised me with a welcome charcuterie board in the room, a small birthday cake, and even serenaded me both at dinner and at sundowners. It was incredibly special. Our hut, as I like to call it, was spacious, beautifully decorated, and so peaceful. We could see wildlife right outside—we spotted a buffalo and even an elephant nearby. The early morning game drives were unforgettable, and the lodge prepared tasty and filling breakfast boxes to take with us. I also appreciated the complimentary laundry service, which made the stay even more comfortable. One gesture that really stood out was when I needed tampons during my stay. They had maxi pads on hand and kindly offered to pick up tampons for me and charge it to the room. That level of thoughtfulness shows just how much attention they give to every detail. Every single member of the team contributed to making this an outstanding stay, so I don’t want to single anyone out—it was a true team effort. Even the general manager took the time to meet with guests and was warm and personable. This was one of the most peaceful, relaxing, and memorable vacations I’ve ever had. Marriott Leopard Sands made me feel like royalty, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. ~Shareen Anderson

The staff at this hotel is its most outstanding feature. This is saying a lot because the rooms, the views and the game drives are all excellent. The staff is universally friendly, helpful and welcoming. We never got a no for any requests. We did a total of 9 hours of game drives in 2 days, but saw every animal we sought by the end of the first three, going out for repeated sightings. The food is good, but not fabulous. It's a bit farther from the gate to Kruger than I expected, about a 15 min drive. Overall though not a big deal. The free laundry service is generous and extremely helpful.

My family and I had a fabulous 5 days at Leopard Sands! The staff were welcoming and wonderful. I had many questions before we came, and Anita happily answered all of them in a very timely manner. The food was lekker (delicious) and abundant, and they allowed for substitutions. The rooms were very nice and we loved having an option of the inside and outside showers (I loved the outside one!). The bed was very comfortable and it was always spotless. We enjoyed the turndowns in the evening, and as we were celebrating my husband's 70th birthday, they made a special effort and "decorated" our bed and made and served him a cake and the whole staff also sang to him. We had Goodwill as our safari guide, and he was very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw all of the Big 5 and he answered all of our varied questions. The snack and drinks on the safaris were appreciated. It was a fantastic place and I highly recommend it!

From the magnificent food to the warm, friendly staff, every detail at Leopard Sands is world-class. The safari drives are unforgettable, with guides who work seamlessly as a team to bring you the best possible sightings. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind safari done in true style — Leopard Sands is the place to be.