General:
Back at camp,
you will be spoilt by the highest standards of service. Our
team's utter dedication and pure passion to pleasing each guest
according to his or her needs is prevalent in every aspect of
the lodge, and particularly the central area. The main deck is
perfect for whiling the day away with a pair of binoculars in
the glorious sun or under the shade of an umbrella. From this
view you may find many untold secrets of the African bush while
enjoying a sumptuous breakfast or decadent lunch. When the heat
is on, cool down on the open-air verandah, and when in Africa,
do as the Africans do and sink below the refreshing surface of
our main swimming pool.
The bar and lounge entices every guest to a pre or post-dinner
drink and fireside chat with your friendly ranger. Our
professional barmen will mix together the finest in ingredients
to make interesting and unique cocktails and drinks to sample
throughout the evening. A nightcap of the finest whiskey, port
or South African amarula would be the perfect way to the end of
a perfect day! Our dining room has a beautiful view of a
waterhole beyond, and holds the finest in silver service
dinners. Our dining area consists of two heavy-set mahogany
tables, offering ample space and comfort while enjoying the most
decadent of dining one could imagine. Our esteemed wine cellar
underneath the dining room is a treat for the avid wine
connoisseur as well as the learning amateur, and is brimming
with racks of celebrated local and international wines. Our
friendly team will assist you in choosing the perfect wine
according to the menu for that evening.
Services:
Our
traditional Shangaan boma is used on warm nights and is a truly
memorable way to experience an evening under the African night
sky. Fine cuisine and wines can be sampled while sitting near a
warm crackling fire. On arrival at the boma through a path of
flaming torches, you will be welcomed by your ranger, who will
be on hand to greet you with a drink of your choice and a
pre-dinner appetizer, while guests meet around the fire to tell
of exciting adventures had on the game drive that afternoon.
Your table is complemented by candles and rustic hurricane
lamps, which complete the full experience of true African
dining. Starters will be served by your waiter at your table,
followed by a main course of unparalleled proportions. Guests
will be invited to chose from a selection of unique South
African dishes, from stir fry to game kebabs, from the finest in
South African fish to dishes served in traditional cast iron
pots, all cooked and served before you, and guaranteed to
satisfy every guest's tastes. End off the evening with a
sumptuous dessert and nightcap, before bidding farewell to the
simmering fire for the calling of your suite.
Rooms:
The lodge is built on a hill overlooking a natural waterhole.
Each of the eight luxurious glass-fronted suites, complete with
their own sundeck and heated rock plunge pool offer superb views
of the African bushveld beyond. The suites are generously
spacious and immense in stature. Air-conditioning and overhead
fans provide welcome respite against the harsh African heat. The
breath-taking romantic bathrooms, which include double indoor
and outdoor showers, have windows, which open to a glorious view
of the passing cavalcade below. The comfortable beds are
complete with beautiful crisp percale cotton linen, down duvets
and pillows, and gracious mosquito netting. A special touch to
each suite is the perfection of final touches provided - from
weather notes and African poems, to a fine array of bath salts
and other bathroom amenities. An inviting lounge area is
equipped with a comfortable couch and ottoman, perfect for
enjoying a cup of tea or coffee whilst reading a novel or one of
our environmental and leisure magazines provided in each suite.
Enjoy the privacy of your suite and salute the timelessness of
Africa over a drink or snack from your fully stocked mini bar.
Or savour the day, either in your hammock or pool lounger
outside, whilst listening to the tranquil sound of the
surrounding bushveld. Aspects of nature have been incorporated
into your suite, to provide the ultimate in luxury while
experiencing Africa at its best.
Food & Wine:
Head Chef, Crisma Zaayman, ensures that every meal at Leopard
Hills becomes a special occasion, preparing fresh, wholesome and
honest cuisine. From breakfast, lunch to dinner, Crisma and her
team serve dishes of unparalleled proportions. Guests will
experience "soul food" full of decadent flavours from around the
world, finishing with a touch of Africa in every meal. Crisma's
meticulous attention to detail and fine finishes complete the
experience and are a highlight of your luxury safari experience
at Leopard Hills. From fusion food to fulfilling African
ingredients, guests will have the opportunity of sampling a full
variety of cuisine during their stay.