safari, done differently
Situated along the banks of the Sabie River within the greater Kruger ecosystem, Elephant Point Private Reserve presents a rare and curated safari offering, seamlessly blending exclusivity, design, excellence and a deep connection to nature.
Here, the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living dissolve, and the rhythms of the bush become part of everyday life.
8km from Paul Kruger Gate | 26km from Skukuza Airport | 5 hours from Johannesburg
our story
The story of Elephant Point is one of vision, passion, and purpose. Born from Legacy Group's passion for extraordinary places, the reserve has evolved over more than two decades.
The name "Elephant Point" pays homage to the large herds of elephant that frequent the Sabie River, gathering along its banks to drink, graze, and move in quiet procession along the landscape.
built from a love of this land
Following the securing of a land lease in partnership with the Belfast community and the Ministry of Land Affairs, a singular ambition took shape - to create a flagship safari destination that exists in perfect harmony with the Kruger National Park and the greater Sabi Sands ecosystem, where wildlife roams freely across unfenced borders.
Beyond its architectural and experiential significance, the development has had meaningful socio-economic impact, creating over 1,000 jobs during construction, and a further 300 permanent roles on the reserve, the majority of which benefit the local community.
river suites opening May 2026
A limited collection of 42 luxury river suites have been thoughtfully positioned to ensure space, discretion, and uninterrupted immersion in the natural surroundings. Ideal for couples, families and executives looking for privacy, exclusivity, space and independence.
Two ways to stay. One exceptional standard.
Two distinct accommodation experiences are curated to suit different traveller profiles, while maintaining a consistent level of refinement.
Safari Villas
River Suites
where every meal becomes a memory
At Elephant Point, every meal carries the particular magic of being somewhere truly wild. The River Deck is open daily for breakfast and lunch, with views across the Sabie and into Kruger. On Wednesday and Saturday evenings, the Boma comes alive beneath an open sky with fire and open flame cooking. For something more intimate, arrange a private chef to cook in your villa. Prefer to self-cater? Share your preferences and your kitchen will be fully stocked before you arrive.
experiences
safaris
private reserve walks
wellness
art at elephant point
the rhythm of a day at
elephant point
There is no prescribed schedule at Elephant Point. No wake-up calls, no fixed itinerary, no sense that you are moving through someone else's plan. The rhythm here is set by the bush, and you follow it at your own pace.
Rise before first light if the pull of the wild is strong. Your ranger meets you at the villa and within eight minutes you are through the Paul Kruger Gate, deep into one of Africa's greatest national parks as the darkness begins to lift and the animals start to move. Lion on a kill. A breeding herd of elephant crossing the road. The Kruger at dawn is unlike anywhere else on earth.
Return as the day warms and the bush goes quiet. Your private pool is waiting, the deck chairs angled toward the river. Impala pick their way along the far bank. A fish eagle calls from somewhere upstream. Pour something cold and let the afternoon take care of itself.
As the sun drops and the light turns gold, the estate comes alive again. Elephants move to the water. Hippos surface in the shallows. Gather at your boma as the fire takes hold and the stars begin to appear over the Sabie. More stars than you will have seen in a long time, in a sky with nothing to compete with them.
This is the rhythm of a day at Elephant Point. It is different every time, and it is entirely yours.