Luxury travel is a dream for many travelers South African safari But think it’s out of their budget? You may be in luck with a new initiative that allows visitors to pay what they can.
It’s all thanks to Few & Far Luvhondo, a carbon-negative safari retreat in South Africa’s Limpopo province, which launched the reservation system The lodge is a “way to challenge the old way of doing things.” The limited program makes the lodge available to “anyone who needs it regardless of budget.”
For participation, travelers are required to fill out a form that includes their dates, number of guests, reason for choosing the property and the amount they can pay. Applications are reviewed continuously.
“Travel isn’t a frivolous indulgence—it’s a vital act of connection,” Sarah Dusek, a co-founder of Few & Far Luvhondo, said in a statement shared with Travel + Leisure. It nurtures our well being, strengthens global compassion, and fuels preservation of our planet. We launched this initiative with the belief that when you truly experience a place, you begin to care—and when you care, you naturally want to give back.
Dusek continued, “By eliminating cost as a barrier to travel, we make transformative, purposeful travel more accessible, without reducing its impact.” “Today, true luxury isn’t just comfort or exclusivity—it’s a conscious choice. It’s about choosing responsibility, connection, and leaving the world better than when you found it.
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You can also find out more about the following: luxury propertyThe new hotel was opened by the founders and owners of the popular glamping company Under CanvasSix cliff-side tent suites are available in South Africa’s Soutpansberg Mountains surrounded by UNESCO Vhembe Biosphere Reserve. The resort offers guests a range of luxurious amenities, including private plunge pools, expansive decks from which to view wildlife and a sustainable design that includes eucalyptus-wood accents.
You can choose from a variety of activities, including guided nature walks, scenic ebike rides, or excursions to the Mapungubwe National Park, where you will be able to see elephants, leopards and lions. In October, the lodge is planning to open a cable car powered by solar energy, which will allow guests to experience the natural landscapes and wildlife of the area.
Few & Far Luvhondo also offers the opportunity to become a conservationist for a day, including participating in a vet visit or helping the carbon sequestration team plan shrubs, trees, and grasses.
Dinners are also a part of the luxury experience. You can enjoy five-course tasting meals in the lodge’s restaurant, or eat under the stars in the bush with a torch-lit meal.
