Heightened superiority in a nearly obsolete era

Situated permanently on the historically significant Selati Bridge, overlooking the picturesque Sabie River, Kruger Shalati offers a luxurious lodging experience with exceptional views in a transformed train.  This is the inaugural establishment of its sort, not only in South Africa but globally, honoring the travelers who ventured through Kruger National Park nearly a century ago.

The renovated train commemorates the historic Selati railway bridge at Skukuza Camp, where Kruger National Park’s inaugural warden, James Steven-Hamilton, received tourists in the early 1920s.  At bedtime, these guests would return to the train for essential rest before it departed for its next destination the subsequent day.  Reimagined to deliver more than just slumber, Kruger Shalati presents an exquisite fusion of breathtaking natural beauty and indulgent pleasures, embodying the essence of African greatness.

The train’s transparent walls provide uninterrupted vistas of the magnificent Sabie River, while the custom pool deck delivers a unique swimming experience, with crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, and elephants visible just meters below.  Twenty-four Carriage accommodations and seven Bridge House accommodations offer a profoundly immersive experience, designed for optimal comfort.  Kruger Shalati eagerly anticipates your arrival for a unique experience, captivating retreat, or an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature’s best wonders on a remarkable voyage of historical exploration.