An intimate experience of the African bush.
An elegant experience of African hospitality.
Create enduring memories of Africa at our Big 5 safari lodge, where contemporary luxury merges with the timeless natural beauty of the landscape.
Cheetah Ridge Lodge offers experiences which will ignite your inner explorer and satisfy every wildlife enthusiast.
Why Cheetah Ridge Lodge and Nambiti Game Private Reserve?
Malaria-Free
Cheetah Ridge is located in a malaria-free area – for a bush experience without the worry.
Anti-Poaching
By visiting the reserve you’re supporting anti-poaching, breeding and relocation programmes.
Social Responsibility
Working hand-in-hand with the community and providing job creation and benefits for families living on land adjoining the reserve
Luxury Accommodation
Cheetah Ridge has ten luxury suites with private viewing decks – a superb vantage point from which to observe Africa.
Game Drives
Observe wildlife and absorb knowledge from your experienced guide on morning and afternoon game drives in our Big 5 reserve.
Private Big 5 Experience
Nambiti Private Game Reserve is one of just three private Big 5 game reserves inKwaZulu-Natal, boasting incredible game-viewing without the crowds.
Cheetah Ridge offers guests the timeless appeal of safari with all the trappings of modern comfort.
Together with delightful dining experiences and luxury suites boasting private viewing decks, this is the perfect place to relax. Couple this with morning and afternoon game drives over the pristine private reserve and you have an exceptional wildlife experience at Cheetah Ridge Lodge.
Meet Our Team
Warwick Neil Guy
From: Durban KZN
“I started at Cheetah Ridge on the 3rd of December 2017 as a Field Guide and was made Head Field Guide in September 2018”
“Before I became a Field Guide i worked in Different jobs such as Construction, plant hire and Personal Training. I even ended up in Florida, USA where I worked on Mega Yachts as a deckhand.”
“I’ve always had a passion for Nature and always found myself hiking or backpacking, this was all passed down from my late grandfather who would always teach me about trees, birds and honestly anything to do with nature!”
“The most rewarding part of my job is to show guests basics and teaching them things that the bush has to offer from medicinal uses of plants to the geographic part of things! or find lifers for their birding list!
I spend a lot my “off” time researching and reading books to gain more knowledge, because out here you are forever learning
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Matthew Roberts
From Pietermaritzburg
“I started at Cheetah Ridge on the 8th of October 2018.”
“Previously worked for Bayala Private safari lodge on the greater Munuwane Game Reserve.”
“From a very young age I grew up always wanting to be a soldier, fire fighter or an astronaut. You know, the typical things boys want to be, I had no idea about game rangers or field guides. At around the age of nine, I went to my very first game reserve with my parents, before I had even left the reserve, I knew that one day I’d be a field guide.”
“The most rewarding part of my job is a phenomenal sighting and seeing the absolute shock and enjoyment on my Guests faces. Especially the younger guys because I know how amazing the game drive was for me the first time !”
“The most memorable drive was watching a male lion mating with one of 3 sisters. They were then approached by a group of male buffalos. The male lion was quite alarmed and stood his ground. Once the buffalo moved on, he returned to the female who had moved closer to the game viewer, and continued his “courtship right next to us”
“In my free time I like to go out with a group of close friends to ride off road bikes in any unexplored area. If I am not doing that I like to spend quality time with family.”
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Lebohang Motaung
From the Ladysmith area
“I started working at Cheetah Ridge 3 years ago in the Front Of House Department”
“ I finally managed to get the opportunity to go do the Level Nature Guide course in October 2018, coming back to the Lodge in December 2018 to start in my new career as a Field Guide”
“Growing up I did not have any idea about Nature Guiding. After my Matric I started working at Springbok Lodge and this is when I fell in love with the Bush and Guiding.”
“My best sighting so far, was seeing a 2 weeks old baby elephant.”
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Jonathan Caisely
“I have been in the industry for 9 years and been on Nambiti for 6 years. I started at Springbok Lodge in 2012 and moved across to Cheetah Ridge in 2017.”
“As a kid was mad about the bush and it was the only place I felt comfortable, at times I would skip school and go look for snakes and other critters.”
“After school I did various jobs but never one that was linked to my passion, the bush. In 2010 I decided to make a plan to change my life, leave the city life and do what I love and finally started my studies to become a Field Guide.”
“One of my favorite aspects of Nambiti is the variety of animals, birds, insects and endless views…….. So yes everything about Nambiti 😊. No matter where you are there is always something to be seen, and I am thankful to call this little gem my home.”
Meet Our Team
Themba
As a tracker, my greatest experiences have been close encounters with every Big 5 member. Nothing excites me more than guiding & educating people about wildlife, as well as sharing my Zulu culture and the very rich history about us.
In 2006 I started my guiding career as a Tourist Guide, leading clients on hikes across the Drakensberg, as well as on tours around the country, educating them about the history of our country & its different cultures.
In 2012, my dream of being a Nature Guide was realised after a game drive at Thanda Game Reserve and I just recently joined the team at Cheetah Ridge Lodge.
As a tracker, my greatest experiences have been close encounters with every Big 5 member. Nothing excites me more than guiding & educating people about wildlife, as well as sharing my Zulu culture and the very rich history about us.
Meet Our Team
Warwick Neil Guy
Meet Our Team
Matthew Roberts
Meet Our Team
Lebohang Motaung
Meet Our Team
Jonathan Caisely
Meet Our Team
Themba
This is a fantastic venue and I really loved my time here. The service is top class and our game ranger was fantastic going out of his way to make each drive special and memorable. The rooms close to a water hole mean you see all sorts of game right from your porch!
My husband and I went to Cheetah Ridge for a short romantic break and wow were we amazed. This place is magical in every way. The game drives were the highlight of our trip. We experienced so much on those drives.
I am already planning our second trip to this establishment.
My best game lodge experience ever… and I’ve had many.
4.9 out of 5
4.9 out of 5
Contact Us
NOTE: Due to being in a game reserve the phone lines are sometimes unreliable. If you can’t get through to the lodge, please send an email.
[email protected]
-28.513903, 29.948006
