Hippo Hollow Country Estate - Hazyview

91-bedroom country estate on the banks of the Sabie River with daily hippo sightings

Accommodation

Hippo Hollow Country Estate offers 91 bedrooms in chalets and guest rooms, each with a garden-view patio and en suite bathroom. The river-facing chalets include a private deck overlooking the Sabie River where hippos pass each night. Standard courtyard rooms provide direct access to one of the two outdoor swimming pools.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves freshly prepared local dishes paired with South African wines, and guests can spot hippos in the river while dining. The Shangaan River Club offers a cultural evening experience with traditional Shangaan cuisine and entertainment. Breakfast is served as a buffet with a range of hot and cold options, and early game-drive guests receive packed breakfasts.

Location & Activities

Hippo Hollow is 10 minutes from Kruger National Park's Phabeni Gate and 40 km from the Panorama Route including God's Window and Bourke's Luck Potholes. The tour desk can book safaris, adventure sports, and visits to Elephant Whispers across the Sabie River. Guests regularly see elephants from Elephant Whispers being exercised on the opposite riverbank during breakfast.

Family & Business

Family-friendly amenities include interleading rooms and cots for children. The conference center accommodates up to 80 delegates and is set in a tranquil environment designed for productivity. Two outdoor swimming pools and well-kept gardens provide space for relaxation between activities.

Nearby Attractions

Blyde River Canyon is a 40-minute drive from the hotel, offering viewpoints and hiking trails. God's Window and Bourke's Luck Potholes are along the Panorama Route. Guests can also book elephant interactions at Elephant Whispers or game drives from Kruger's nearby gates.

• Location: 10-minute drive to Kruger National Park Phabeni Gate
• Rooms: River-view chalets and courtyard guest rooms with private patios
• Dining: Restaurant with traditional South African cuisine and hippo viewing
• Wildlife: Nightly hippo sightings and daily elephant views across Sabie River
• Family: Interleading rooms and cots for children
• Business: Conference center for up to 80 delegates
• Experience: Shangaan River Club cultural dinner evenings