Some perspectives can only be earned from the air. The Sky Safari lifts you above the reserve for a helicopter flight that changes the way you see everything below.
The flight covers Hippo Lakes and the surrounding reserve, revealing the full scale of the landscape from above. Plains, waterways, and wildlife-rich terrain look entirely different at altitude, and the relationship between water, land, and animals becomes much easier to read.
Guests often spot hippos along the water, giraffes moving through open bush, and other wildlife that blends into the landscape from ground level. It is a strong setting for photography and offers a broader understanding of the reserve as a whole.
The Sky Safari is guided and weather dependent, available as an add-on experience during your stay. It is one of the more distinctive ways to round out a week at Hippo Lakes.
Led by expert rangers who are passionate about wildlife, daily game drives reveal the incredible biodiversity of the Waterberg.
Expand the safari experience by touring a different reserve environment, where the chances of seeing lions and elephants increase.
Guests have the opportunity to meet these gentle giants up close, interact with them, and learn more about their intelligence, personalities, and care.
One of the most memorable experiences at Hippo Lakes. It follows an evening drive and brings guests together outdoors for an authentic South African BBQ beneath the night sky.
Bush walks offer a more intimate connection with nature by slowing the pace and bringing attention to the details that are easy to miss from a vehicle.
A signature Hippo Lakes experience, the Tabletop Mountain Sundowner brings guests to a scenic vantage point for drinks and snacks as the sky turns gold and crimson across the bush.
With five distinct fishing decks, Hippo Lakes offers angling opportunities for all levels.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply appreciate a well-chosen glass, our guided tastings offer an unhurried way to wind down after a day in the bush.
From restorative massages to targeted body treatments, Hippo Lakes’ spa services are the perfect complement to days spent in the wild.