Conscious Check-In : Edition 1
In a safari landscape that has long been dominated by “luxury safari lodges,” Few and Far Luvhondo offers something consciously different. Nestled within the folds of South Africa’s Soutpansberg Mountains, an extension of the Drakensberg, this extraordinary eco-lodge encourages guests to slow down, reconnect and immerse themselves in nature.
Re-wilding the Soul: A Different Kind of South African Safari
Rather than chasing the “Big Five”, guests are encouraged to look closer. They can choose to hike, mountain bike, or wander through spectacular surroundings teeming with subtle beauty and huge biodiversity.
Few and Far also invite you to get involved. Participate in a vet visit, join the carbon sequestration team planting shrubs, trees and grasses in their efforts to capture more carbon from the atmosphere and protect the fragile ecosystem surrounding the lodge.
Created by Sarah and Jacob Dusek, founders of the well-known American glamping brand Under Canvas, the lodge’s philosophy is simple yet profound: to help guests to re-wild themselves while restoring this once-forgotten landscape at the same time. As they describe it, it’s a “retreat to the wild within.”
Sustainable Design Rooted in Nature
Every element of this property reflects thoughtful design; from earth-toned architecture that blends into the hillside to a zero-plastic policy, 100% solar power and a community-first conservation model driving the reserve’s future.
The sustainable ethos extends to dining, where a farm-to-table philosophy supports local farmers and producers.
Locally Inspired Wellness
The wellness program complements the local theme, with tailored treatments using locally sourced ingredients and a tranquil labyrinth designed for introspection and meditation.
Solyrus: A Solar-Powered Perspective Coming Soon
Coming soon … a new extraordinary highlight awaits- Solyrus, a fully solar-powered cable car will offer an unforgettable perspective over this extraordinary landscape. It’s a symbol of Few and Far Luvhondo’s dedication to innovation and sustainability in luxury travel.
Few and Far Luvhondo isn’t just a stay it’s a real journey into mindful luxury, conservation, and reconnection.
I can see this as a perfect extension to a Greater Kruger trip and an amazing way of getting deeper into the incredible South African environment so if you want to add this to an itinerary – please get in touch.
