South Africa Camps & Lodges
Leobo Private Reserve, Waterberg Mountains, South Africa
A Private Camp, Villa or Lodge in South Africa
Camp Details
The lodge has a classic African style with stunning views over the Palala valley.
Accommodation comprises 9 chalets sleeping a maximum of 20 people comfortably.
It is fully staffed, complete with multiple lounge areas, bar, snooker table, wi-fi, boma, sunken fire pit and a stunning heated swimming pool built into the side of the mountain which is fantastic for children.
It is rented exclusively so is perfect for families or a group of friends and also can be rented along with the Observatory as an overflow for additional guests or staff.
WHY CHOOSE LEOBO PRIVATE RESERVE?
- Designed by award winning architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, Leobo is state-of-the-art, and the ultimate in private luxury.
- Leobo launched in May 2013 and has scooped up Best Safari House in Africa in The Safari Awards every year since.
- Activities include game drives, hippo camping, quad biking, horse riding, bass fishing, target shooting, helicopter paint-balling, and of course phenomenal astronomy from the research grade observatory dome.
Questions about Leobo
Is Leobo only available on an exclusive-use basis?
Yes. The rate, from ZAR 92,400 per house per night, covers exclusive use of the entire 8,000 hectare reserve and the Observatory Villa, along with all facilities, chef, butler, food, drinks, wines and spirits. Nine chalets sleep a maximum of 20, so it suits a large family or group of friends.
What is the observatory?
Leobo has a research-grade observatory dome, and astronomy is one of the standout activities here. It sits alongside a list that includes game drives, hippo camping, quad biking, horse riding, bass fishing, target shooting and helicopter paint-balling, which is a broader range than most safari houses offer.
Does it work for children?
Children of all ages are welcome, and the heated swimming pool built into the mountainside is a particular hit with them. The house is fully staffed with multiple lounges, a bar, snooker table, Wi-Fi, boma and sunken fire pit, and looks out over the Palala valley.
Activities
Leobo Private Reserve Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 06 Jan – 09 Feb; 01 May – 30 Jun; 06 Sept – 14 Oct; 06 Nov – 10 Dec | Exclusive Use | ZAR 92400 |
| 2026 | 10 Feb – 30 Apr; 01 July – 05 Sept; 15 Oct – 05 Nov; 11 Dec 2025 – 05 Jan 2026 | Exclusive Use | ZAR 92400 |
Rates are Per House / Villa unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Leobo Private Reserve rates include: Exclusive use of the entire 8000 hectare (20 000 acre) reserve and the Observatory Villa. Full use of all facilities of the reserve as well as chef, butler, food, drinks, wines and spirits.
Questions about Leobo
Is Leobo only available on an exclusive-use basis?
Yes. The rate, from ZAR 92,400 per house per night, covers exclusive use of the entire 8,000 hectare reserve and the Observatory Villa, along with all facilities, chef, butler, food, drinks, wines and spirits. Nine chalets sleep a maximum of 20, so it suits a large family or group of friends.
What is the observatory?
Leobo has a research-grade observatory dome, and astronomy is one of the standout activities here. It sits alongside a list that includes game drives, hippo camping, quad biking, horse riding, bass fishing, target shooting and helicopter paint-balling, which is a broader range than most safari houses offer.
Does it work for children?
Children of all ages are welcome, and the heated swimming pool built into the mountainside is a particular hit with them. The house is fully staffed with multiple lounges, a bar, snooker table, Wi-Fi, boma and sunken fire pit, and looks out over the Palala valley.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Leobo Private Reserve.
Questions about Leobo
Is Leobo only available on an exclusive-use basis?
Yes. The rate, from ZAR 92,400 per house per night, covers exclusive use of the entire 8,000 hectare reserve and the Observatory Villa, along with all facilities, chef, butler, food, drinks, wines and spirits. Nine chalets sleep a maximum of 20, so it suits a large family or group of friends.
What is the observatory?
Leobo has a research-grade observatory dome, and astronomy is one of the standout activities here. It sits alongside a list that includes game drives, hippo camping, quad biking, horse riding, bass fishing, target shooting and helicopter paint-balling, which is a broader range than most safari houses offer.
Does it work for children?
Children of all ages are welcome, and the heated swimming pool built into the mountainside is a particular hit with them. The house is fully staffed with multiple lounges, a bar, snooker table, Wi-Fi, boma and sunken fire pit, and looks out over the Palala valley.
Activities
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