Leobo Private Reserve

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A sophisticated bush break in an exclusive private reserve.

Leobo Private Reserve is a 20,000 acre estate within the spectacular Waterberg mountains and is home to one of the most exceptional safari houses in Africa.

ABOUT the property

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Just three hours drive north of Johannesburg in the diverse Waterberg region lies the exceptional Leobo Private Reserve. Leobo (meaning chameleon in Northern Sotho) is a fitting name for this 20,000-acre private estate. With no daily programs or time restrictions and a team of staff and activities at your disposal, you are made to feel completely at home here, indulging in as little or as much as you please. One of a handful of sole-use private estates in South Africa, a holiday at Leobo is often referred to as an ‘apres-safari’, with activities on offer that go far beyond a typical ‘game drive’.

This malaria-free destination overlooking the Palala Valley is home to the award-winning Observatory Private Villa. Designed by award-winning architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, this remarkable house is ideal for couples or for families. Supplementary rooms for additional guests, family or nannies are available at Leobo Lodge on the reserve which sleeps a maximum of 18. With a heated infinity pool and a jacuzzi on the sun deck, the villa is the perfect spot to relax and recharge. You can also enjoy a spot of stargazing from the Observatory’s Dome which houses a fully automated 20-inch telescope.

Open all year round, May to October is warm and dry and can be chilly in the evenings. October to April is hotter whilst December to March experiences short rains and thunderstorms.

2 luxurious master super king-size suites plus a super king-size guest room with adjoining triple bunk room.
Chef & butler to take care of you during your stay
Uninterrupted panorama from expansive living area
Indoor & outdoor dining areas
Mezzanine TV/games area furnished with enormous cushions & fur throws
Library & office with open fireplace
Heated infinity pool surrounded by sun loungers
Covered veranda with open fire in the evenings
Sun deck with comfortable sofas and jacuzzi
Research grade observatory with automated 20-inch telescope
Wi-Fi & multi-room music system
Thermal Imaging equipment for nighttime game viewing
A host of toys such as helicopters, quad bikes, dune buggies, horses, kayaks, fishing equipment and mountain bikes.

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Cross Country Polaris

From dirt tracks to bumpy bush, through rivers and over rocks, you can explore pretty much every inch of Leobo Reserve in this cross-country vehicle. With eye-popping acceleration, super-spring suspension and hi-spec performance, strap yourself in for the ride of your life!

Quad Bike Safari

With 20,000 acres of beautiful Waterberg countryside and over 240 km of tracks, there is plenty of space to play in. The reserve has six sturdy and speedy quad bikes for you to enjoy the African wildlife and countryside at a slightly faster pace. There's even a child's quad bike so your little one can come along for the ride too.

Heli Sundowners

Choose a remote location of your choice and the Leobo team will have the most delectable sundowner set up prepared and waiting for you.

Stargazing

Leobo is blessed with clear skies with no light pollution. Enjoy a spellbinding tour of the stars with local astronomer, Dr Phil Calcott, who will point out stars, constellations and planets that you may not have seen before.

Game Viewing

Leobo is a vast reserve teeming with plains game, birdlife, hippos and a crocodile. The reserve has none of the big five, making it safe for families as the children can explore and learn about the bush in absolute safety. You can also enjoy a Big 5 game drive at Welgevoden Game Reserve which is around an hour away by vehicle or a 10-minute heli flight.

Helicopter Flying

Leobo has a choice of two helicopters so it is recommended that you book some flying time during your stay. From scenic flights to skydiving, there are a multitude of heli-activities to enjoy during your stay. Particuarly popular is heli-paintballing - shooting paint at people on quad bikes from your helicopter is a unique experience!

Hippo Camping

Leobo has 11 magnificent hippos on the reserve. Sleep just yards away in a hand-crafted treehouse equipped with a four-man tent above the hippo dam and feast upon a typical South African braii around a roaring fire pit.