Its surrounding Leadwood and Jackalberry forest provides a perfect canvas for the lodge’s bold architecture and contemporary art pieces.

In a sense, the lodge feels like a living African art gallery: seven individual artists have created large-scale works for Silvan Safari’s Suites using mixed artforms, ranging from oils and watercolours to wool and gold leaf.

That design aesthetic informs of Silvan’s six unique luxury suites, each of which offers extraordinary space, exquisite river views, and a private plunge pool that is perfectly positioned for guests to watch out for animals exploring the riverbed below. Each of these “pods” has its own unique design and décor inspiration, and each enjoys the fluttering charm of the resident bee-eater birds.

Highlights include the on-site Photographic Studio, the tranquil Ansellia Orchid Spa, and the lodge’s unique Gin Experiences. Dining is enjoyed under the majestic Jackalberry tree, in the main lodge, privately on your deck or shared with a group in a specially chosen location.

Safari game drives, naturally, form part of Silvan Safari’s unique experience, where life, art, luxury, and nature create an unforgettable African adventure.

Children aged 12 and older welcome.