Kruger National Park
Welgevonden Game Reserve
Plettenberg Bay
A Family Legacy
Rare Earth Retreats is a family-owned collection of boutique properties in South Africa's most beautiful and enriching destinations. Our safari lodges, award-winning wine estate and exquisite heritage hotel offer our guests relaxed luxury, heartfelt hospitality and a welcoming feeling of home.
Brand Values
What is important to us?
By crafting experiences that are unexpected, meaningful and considered, we hope to spark curiosity in our guests; bringing moments of wonder and joy into their stay. Whether it is marvelling at the raw beauty of the northern Kruger, going on a game drive in private Big 5 reserve or soaking up the serenity of the Garden Route, each hand-picked property allows our guests to find the perfect balance of excitement and tranquillity, and a grounding sense of perspective.
Our Rare Earth family works hard to create a welcoming feeling of home where people are embraced for exactly who they are. This innate sense of inclusivity is behind every element of the heartfelt service provided by our team and our commitment to bringing passion, intention and humility to everything we do. We do not strive to be perfect; we strive to be human.
Explore our special offers curated to enhance your stay and provide exceptional value. From romantic getaways to adventure-packed escapes, our offers are designed to make your journey with us even more memorable.
Explore our exceptional properties, each with its own unique charm and character, offering a distinct experience for every guest.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and unparalleled experiences that await you at our extraordinary South African destinations – Plettenberg Bay, Kruger National Park, and Welgevonden Game Reserve.
Time to escape
Experience a range of distinct destinations, each with its own story to tell. Whether you seek the untamed beauty of the Kruger, the coastal charm of Plettenberg Bay, or the serene seclusion of a private wilderness, our properties offer an array of extraordinary escapes.
Time to escape
Experience a range of distinct destinations, each with its own story to tell. Whether you seek the untamed beauty of the Kruger, the coastal charm of Plettenberg Bay, or the serene seclusion of a private wilderness, our properties offer an array of extraordinary escapes.
Time to escape
Experience a range of distinct destinations, each with its own story to tell. Whether you seek the untamed beauty of the Kruger, the coastal charm of Plettenberg Bay, or the serene seclusion of a private wilderness, our properties offer an array of extraordinary escapes.
Time to escape
Experience a range of distinct destinations, each with its own story to tell. Whether you seek the untamed beauty of the Kruger, the coastal charm of Plettenberg Bay, or the serene seclusion of a private wilderness, our properties offer an array of extraordinary escapes.
What our guests have to say
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