An Intimate Riverine Refuge in Kruger

Overview

Overlooking the Sweni River in Kruger National Park, Singita Sweni Lodge is an intimate seven-suite retreat hidden in riverine forest with private wilderness access.

Singita Sweni Lodge nestles discreetly within the riverine forests along the Grumeti River in Tanzania's exclusive Grumeti Reserve, its seven intimate suites offering an enchanting blend of romance, adventure, and refined African luxury. The lodge's architecture celebrates the distinctive riverside environment with stunning timber decks that extend over the waterway, where hippos grunt their evening greetings and oversized Nile perch create ripples across the glassy surface. Each suite is a sanctuary of sophisticated safari elegance, featuring soaring thatched ceilings, climate-controlled interiors adorned with contemporary African art, and outdoor showers surrounded by lush river vegetation that brings guests into intimate contact with the natural world. The sleeping areas boast four-poster beds positioned to capture the gentle river breezes and the symphony of bird calls that herald each African dawn. The lodge's communal spaces include a serene library, wine cellar showcasing Singita's award-winning collection, and an open-sided dining deck where meals unfold to the sounds and sights of the river below. Expert guides lead intimate game drives through the reserve's diverse landscapes, revealing exceptional wildlife encounters including the Grumeti's famous giant crocodiles, the leopard sightings for which the reserve has become renowned, and the black rhino that have found sanctuary in this carefully protected landscape. Nature walks reveal the intricate ecosystems of the riverine forest, while fishing expeditions offer the chance to catch enormous Nile perch in the same waters that have sustained wildlife for millennia. Singita Sweni Lodge delivers an intimate riverside retreat where the gentle murmur of flowing water and the whisper of wind through riverine fig trees create an atmosphere of profound tranquility—the perfect complement to the dramatic wildlife encounters that define every extraordinary African safari.