SAFARI ON WHEELS

Known as “The Train on the Bridge”, Kruger Shalati, South Africa opened in September last year, offering a one-of-a-kind safari experience. Positioned on a bridge above the Sabie River in the iconic Kruger National Park – ideal for wildlife viewing – this boutique hotel resides in repurposed train carriages that have been exquisitely fitted out. Offering 31 rooms, consisting of 24 carriage rooms and 7 Bridge House rooms, all of which provide a deeply visceral experience and tailored fo rim me rs ive comfort, the style of the train is a celebration of African design in collaboration with local ar t and crafting skills. High above the riverbanks, aligned with the floor level of the train, lies a pool deck, offering a swimming experience unlike any other – with crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes and elephants greeting guests just meters below.