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The Ant Collection (Ant's Nest & Ant's Hill)
Vaalwater, Limpopo, South Africa · Independent · Core Luxury
The lodges are situated on a 12,500-acre private game reserve within the UNESCO-protected Waterberg Biosphere, dedicated to wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism. Founded in 1996 by the Baber family, The Ant Collection began with the restoration of Ant's Nest, an original colonial homestead, before expanding to include the cliff-top Ant's Hill. This family-run operation was a pioneer in African horse safaris, allowing for unique, non-threatening proximity to wildlife.
- 11 rooms
- Opened 1996
- Neighborhood: Lephalale Ward 3
History
Founded in 1996 by the Baber family, The Ant Collection began with the restoration of Ant's Nest, an original colonial homestead, before expanding to include the cliff-top Ant's Hill. The lodges are situated on a 12,500-acre private game reserve within the UNESCO-protected Waterberg Biosphere, dedicated to wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism. This family-run operation was a pioneer in African horse safaris, allowing for unique, non-threatening proximity to wildlife. Ant Africa Safaris, Atta Travel
The setting
1 km from R33 road.
Experiences
- Horse riding safaris — Riding for all abilities on a herd of over 100 horses; guests need not be able to ride; rides run to a maximum of 6 riders and 2 guides.
- Game drives — Guided game drives in a 4x4 game-viewer vehicle through the reserve.
- Bush walks and mountain biking — Guests can explore the bush on foot or by mountain bike, with guides.
- Evening ride at sunset — Press describes an evening ride while the sun reddened the sky, as red as the soil.
Amenities
- Horse riding safaris with a herd of 90 horses
- Heated swimming pools with panoramic views
- Guided game drives and walking safaris
- Private 12,500-acre malaria-free game reserve
- Specialized children's safari activities and pony rides
- Bush meals and sunset sundowners
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