Elephant sighting at Singita Boulders
Family safari and pool area at Singita Castleton, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Lion Sighting at Singita Boulders, Sabi Sands, South Africa
Single ensuite cottage at Singita Castleton, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Guest area at Singita Castleton, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Family making homemade pizzas at Singita Castleton, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa

Exclusive-Use Safari Homestead in the Sabi Sands

Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa

Once the private home of the grandfather of Singita’s founder, Castleton remains one of the most personal and character-rich properties in the entire Singita portfolio. Set within Singita’s private 45,000-acre reserve in the Sabi Sand, Castleton combines the privacy and flexibility of an exclusive-use safari villa with the exceptional guiding and hospitality for which Singita is renowned.

We love its effortless charm and unpretentious atmosphere, a beautiful contrast to the contemporary design found across much of the Singita portfolio. Hidden within the world-renowned Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, Castleton feels wonderfully homely while offering families and friends the space to experience safari entirely at their own pace.

Interiors are light and airy, filled with authentic safari furnishings, antiques, and thoughtfully reimagined décor pieces that honor the home’s heritage. The main stone-walled homestead is complemented by six standalone ensuite cottages, allowing groups to stay close together while still enjoying their own private space.

The experience is completely tailored around your group, with a dedicated team, private chef, field guide, tracker, and private safari vehicle. Days can be shaped around game drives, guided walks, family activities, relaxed meals, and time together at the villa, making Castleton particularly well suited to multi-generational safari travel.

Highlights and Activities at Castleton

ROOMS: 6 private cottages, accommodating up to 12 guests

BEST FOR: Families • Multi-generational Families • Private Groups • Friends Traveling Together

ACTIVITIES:

  • Big Five game drives
  • Night drives
  • Guided safari walks
  • Birdwatching
  • Stargazing
  • Boutique wine tasting
  • Wellness and relaxation
  • Fitness Center
  • Tennis & Bocce
  • Wine and culinary experiences
  • Anti-poaching Canine Unit experience
Family safari, Singita Castleton, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa

WHY WE LOVE SINGITA Castleton

Castleton is a rare combination of homeliness and exclusivity. It is a place where families can slow down, reconnect and share meaningful time together, surrounded by nature. The country-style kitchen naturally becomes the heart of the home, while the outdoor living spaces flow toward a nearby watering hole where wildlife gathers throughout the day.

It feels like your own private safari farmhouse – warm, welcoming and deeply connected to its surroundings.

Insider’s Tip: Spend an afternoon on the lawn overlooking the waterhole. It is one of the best places at Castleton to watch elephants, antelope and birdlife drift by while you relax with family or friends.

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Singita Castleton FAQs

Is Singita Castleton suitable for families and multi-generational groups?

Yes. In fact, families and multi-generational groups are where we believe Castleton really comes into its own.

Exclusive use gives families much greater flexibility around meal times, safari schedules, and how each day unfolds. Children can enjoy Singita’s tailored family activities, while the swimming pool, lawns, tennis court, and private living spaces give everyone plenty to do between game drives.

The separate cottage configuration is another advantage, allowing grandparents, parents, and children to stay close together while still having their own private spaces.

What makes Singita Castleton unique compared to other lodges in the Sabi Sand?

In our opinion, Castleton feels far more like a private home than a traditional safari lodge. Once the family home of Singita’s founders, it blends heritage, warmth and exclusivity with access to world-class Big Five viewing. The homestead layout, country-style kitchen, relaxed outdoor living spaces and private waterhole create an intimate, welcoming atmosphere that is genuinely unique in the Sabi Sand.

What is included in an exclusive-use stay at Singita Castleton?

A stay includes exclusive use of the entire property, all meals and selected beverages, private game drives with a dedicated field team, guided walks, tennis, Bocce, use of the fitness centre and yoga pavilion, access to the wine cellar and wellness treatments. You also have full run of the grounds and living spaces, allowing you to create a personalised safari rhythm that suits your family or group.

What accommodation is available at Singita Castleton?

Singita Castleton is an exclusive-use safari villa accommodating up to 12 guests across six individual cottages.

  • Six private cottages are positioned around the main homestead, giving guests their own bedroom space while keeping the group connected.
  • Four cottages have one bedroom each.
  • Two cottages each include two interconnected ensuite bedrooms, making them particularly useful for families with children.
  • The central homestead provides shared living and dining spaces for the entire group.

This configuration makes Castleton particularly well suited to extended families and groups wanting to travel together without sacrificing individual privacy.

Is Singita Castleton exclusively for private use?

Yes. Singita Castleton is booked on an exclusive-use basis, giving your group private use of the property and a dedicated team throughout your stay.

This includes a private chef and host, as well as your own field guide, tracker, and safari vehicle. Meals, activities, and safari times can therefore be planned around your group rather than a fixed lodge schedule.

How large is Singita's private reserve at Castleton?

Singita Castleton is located within 45,000 acres of private wilderness in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, which shares an unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park.

The private reserve offers exceptional Big Five viewing, limited vehicles at sightings, night drives, and the ability to track selected wildlife off-road. With no fences separating the Sabi Sand from Kruger, wildlife moves freely throughout the wider ecosystem.

What makes Singita Castleton different from Singita Boulders and Ebony?

The biggest difference is exclusivity. While Singita Boulders and Ebony operate as traditional luxury safari lodges, Castleton is an exclusive-use private villa designed entirely around one family or group.

Guests have their own team, private safari vehicle, chef, living spaces, swimming pool, and six separate cottages. You still have access to the same 45,000-acre Singita reserve and exceptional Sabi Sand wildlife viewing, but the daily experience can be completely shaped around your group.

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Reach out and let’s start talking. We’ll listen and begin to tailor an experiential, private, luxury vacation based on exactly how you want to experience Africa. From adventure to relaxation—and everything in between—let us handle every detail of your unforgettable journey.

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We had the absolute best time on our trip all thanks to Ubuntu's attention to detail, and thoughtfulness that went into helping us plan our dream honeymoon in South Africa. We appreciated at the start of the process how we didn't feel pressured into anything, Smruti really listened to our vision for the trip and recommended the best options, while also bringing in perspective that we wouldn't have thought of. While we were in South Africa, we were connected 24/7 to Ubunto employees who were there to answer any question, help make last minute reservations, etc. Just an overall wonderful group of people to work with!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Our experience with Ubuntu was absolutely incredible from start to finish! They planned the most amazing honeymoon for us, taking us to Cape Town, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, and Benguerra Island in Mozambique. Every destination was unique and special, and the entire itinerary was perfectly curated to give us the best of everything—from beautiful scenery and incredible food to unforgettable safari experiences and a relaxing island escape.

Our time in Timbavati and Sabi Sand was truly once in a lifetime, with unbelievable wildlife encounters and memories we will cherish forever. Ending our honeymoon on Benguerra Island was the perfect way to unwind and enjoy the most beautiful beaches. Every stop exceeded our expectations, and the combination of destinations made for the most incredible trip.

Ubuntu made the entire planning process seamless, with thoughtful attention to detail and an itinerary that felt perfectly tailored to us. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment knowing everything was taken care of. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect honeymoon and are so grateful to Ubuntu for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime. We would recommend them to anyone planning a special trip, especially a honeymoon. Truly the trip of a lifetime!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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We had the most wonderful honeymoon thanks to the team at Ubuntu! From planning with Leah to logistics with Jenna to our team on the ground in Kenya and Tanzania - everyone was spectacular and beyond knowledgeable. We would certainly use Ubuntu for our next safari again! The team is truly wonderful and we didn't have to worry about a thing. If you are looking to go on a safari you should definitely use Ubuntu!!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I had some problems with airline cancellations and some other pre-Safari things I had to get out of the way such as vaccinations, a visa and an electronic travel authorization.Ubuntu was very helpful with any problem I encountered and helped me get it solved. They stayed in touch every step of the way, including when I was actually on my Safari. I was never alone, although I was traveling solo. I felt very safe and secure over there. Thank you.Ubuntu!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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From the very first zoom call with Leah to the detailed itinerary that Jenna put together to the boots on the ground communication from Jacinta, Mandie, Nyameka and the whole team we had the most incredible first safari experience in Kenya thanks to Ubuntu. They put us up in the most iconic tents with staff that went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. Our plane transfers from lodge to lodge were seamless and very easy to navigate. We had the absolute best safari vacation and we owe that to Ubuntu!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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We worked with Ubuntu to plan our honeymoon, and throughout the entire process, we experienced such wonderful customer service. With so many things pulling us in different directions between wedding planning, our personal lives, and work, there were definitely times when our responses and decisions took longer than expected. No matter how long an email sat in our inbox, though, the Ubuntu team was always quick to respond. They patiently answered all of our questions, no matter how silly, and consistently provided helpful specifics, whether that was a direct link or step-by-step instructions.

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Once we arrived in Africa, the experience continued to be top-notch. The accommodations were beautiful, and every staff member we interacted with was professional, welcoming, and went above and beyond to make our trip memorable. Having all of our airport transfers and domestic travel taken care of was such a relief and exactly what we needed after the chaos of wedding planning.

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We just arrived home from a 31 day epic adventure in Africa.  We covered SA (Cape Town and surrounds), Singita at Sabi Sands, Vumbura Plains in the Okavango Delta, Joburg, Vic Falls Zimbabwe, Tanzania (Nomad at Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks), Rwanda (Kigali and Singita at Volcanoes National Park).  Ubuntu did an absolutely amazing job in arranging the trip.  They were with us every step of the way.  Excellent team and service!  CDT
  
 
 
 
 
 
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We had the BEST experience with Ubuntu planning our South Africa trip! From the beginning, they were so easy to work with and were amazing at communicating with us both before and during the trip.

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