First-Ever Wagora MTB Ride: Cycling for Conservation in Tanzania’s Serengeti to Combat Poaching

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Singita

(IN SHORT) Singita and the Grumeti Fund collaborate to introduce the inaugural Wagora MTB Ride, a fundraising event supporting anti-poaching efforts in Tanzania’s Singita Grumeti reserve. Twenty-four experienced mountain bikers will traverse 150 kilometers over three days through the Serengeti’s western corridor, accompanied by game scouts for safety. Participants will stay at Singita Explore, enjoying… Read the full press release

Singita Kruger National Park wins the Flor de Caña Eco Hotel Award and is named No.15 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Singita

Singita Kruger National Park listed at No.15 in Teh World's 50 Best Hotels 2023

Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita Kruger National Park (comprising Singita Lebombo Lodge & Sweni Lodge) has been named No.15 in the new global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023. Singita was one of three hotels from Africa ranked in the top 50, and the only property in Sub-Saharan… Read the full press release

A creative collaboration of high design and heritage – Singita and Thebe Magugu

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Singita

Thebe Magugi dress available at Singita lodges in South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Aug-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita and internationally acclaimed designer Thebe Magugu have embarked on a collaborative journey to showcase nine extraordinary high-design pieces, celebrating Africa’s rich heritage stories through illustrations of Mother and Child by Phathu Nembilwi. The exquisite dresses will be available for purchase at Singita’s lodges in South Africa,… Read the full press release

A vibrant new iteration of Singita’s intimate Mara River Tented Camp

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Singita

Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Tanzania

Lamai, Tanzania, 2023-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Long coveted by those who cherish a small and intimate tented experience in one of the continent’s most spectacular wilderness settings, the location of Singita Mara River Tented Camp (MRTC) on a dramatic riverbend in the northernmost tip of the Serengeti has been amplified with its new… Read the full press release

Singita Welcomes New Sales Representation in the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Apr-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita is delighted to announce the appointment of Sarah Falconer as sales representation for the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia, from April 2023. Sarah began her career at This is Beyond during the launch year of PURE Life Experiences, where she spent five years and… Read the full press release

Two Dedicated Galleries usher in a new era for African art at Singita

Posted on July 23, 2022 by Singita

Kruger Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa, 2022-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — With a guest experience that is constantly evolving, Singita is embarking on a journey to transform its existing boutique and gallery (B&G) concept to celebrate Africa’s growing status as a place of artistic renown. The first art gallery space was piloted at Singita… Read the full press release

Singita Opens a Community Culinary School in Rwanda

Posted on July 21, 2022 by Singita

Singita's Community Culinary School in Rwanda

Musanze, Rwanda, 2022-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The third and latest addition to the internationally accredited Singita Community Culinary Schools (SCCSs) opened in Rwanda, where it is set to make a significant difference to the future prospects of talented individuals from local communities. With this flagship initiative already empowering up-and-coming commis chefs in… Read the full press release

Singita appoints Neelamani Padayachee (Vanie) to Group Roaming Chef

Posted on November 8, 2021 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa 2021-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita is pleased to announce the promotion of Neelamani Padayachee (Vanie) to Group Roaming Chef – for all Singita lodges. In October 2020, Vanie stepped into her most exciting role yet, Head Chef at the reimagined Singita Sabora Tented Camp in the Serengeti (Tanzania), as it… Read the full press release

Singita Pamushana, in Zimbabwe, is open to guests once more

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Singita

Zimbabwe, 2021-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ —After a year during which travellers yearned for restorative experiences in nature, the continent’s most remote wilderness settings offer an undeniable spirit of joy, hope and rejuvenation. The recently reopened Singita Pamushana Lodge* and exclusive-use villa Malilangwe House, located in the 130,000-acre Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve in Zimbabwe’s… Read the full press release

SINGITA HONOURED TO RECEIVE THREE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2020 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Singita

CApe Town, South Africa, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — SINGITA HONOURED TO RECEIVE THREE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2020 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS:“#1 in AFRICA RESORTS; #5 in AFRICA RESORTS; #2 in SOUTH AFRICA RESORTS” Condé Nast Traveler has just announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Singita lodges recognised in three categories: #1… Read the full press release

First Critically Endangered Eastern Black Rhino Born in the Western Serengeti

Posted on August 19, 2020 by Singita

Singita Grumeti, Tanzania, 2020-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — From a population of approximately 10,000 eastern black rhino in 1970 to less than 1,000 left in the world today, this species is critically endangered. The Grumeti Fund, Singita’s non-profit conservation partner in Tanzania, recently celebrated the birth of a black rhino calf – the first… Read the full press release

REDISCOVERED SINGITA SABORA TENTED CAMP – OPENING SEPTEMBER 2020

Posted on August 8, 2020 by Singita

A MODERN INTERPRETATION OF CLASSIC EAST AFRICAN SAFARIS Singita, Tanzania, 2020-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in a 350,000-acre concession in the Serengeti in northern Tanzania, Singita Sabora Tented Camp has captivated guests for more than a decade with its inimitable location. Reopening at the end of September 2020, the lodge’s extensive redesign is… Read the full press release

LYDIA NZAYO PROMOTED TO GM OF SINGITA’S LODGES IN RWANDA

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa, 2020-Aug-3 — /Travel PR News/ — LYDIA NZAYO PROMOTED TO GM OF SINGITA’S LODGES IN RWANDASingita is pleased to announce the promotion of Lydia Nzayo to General Manager at Singita Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. Lydia was among the first members of the team when she joined as Assistant GM in January… Read the full press release

SINGITA APPOINTS CHRISTINE CHENG AS NEW SALES MANAGER IN ASIA

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa, 2020-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita is pleased to announce the appointment of Christine Cheng, as Sales Manager for South-East Asia. Christine will represent Singita exclusively in the region covering Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, Korea and Indonesia, as well as China in the short term. A seasoned… Read the full press release

SINGITA APPOINTS NEW GENERAL MANAGER OF CONSERVATION

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita is delighted to announce the appointment of Inge Kotze as General Manager: Conservation. Inge replaces Neil Midlane, former GM: Conservation Projects and Mark Witney, Singita’s former CEO: Conservation in the role. She will be overseeing the all-woman Conservation team, which is responsible for Singita’s… Read the full press release

SINGITA TAKES TOP HONOURS WITH TWO COVETED CONSERVATION AWARDS

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Singita

Singita Sweni Lodge Kruger National Park

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita was honoured in September 2019 with two coveted awards that celebrate exceptional achievements in eco-design and wildlife protection. Sustainable conservation and eco-friendly tourism are at the heart of the brand’s commitment to its 100-year purpose to preserve and protect large areas of African wilderness for… Read the full press release

SINGITA OPENS KWITONDA LODGE AND KATAZA HOUSE – SUPPORTING GORILLA CONSERVATION

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Singita

Rwanda, 2019-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita, multi-award-winning hospitality and conservation brand, officially opens Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House in Rwanda on 1 August 2019. Set on 178 acres (72 hectares) on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, Kwitonda Lodge boasts eight luxurious suites, while Kataza House, an exclusive-use villa, features four spacious… Read the full press release

Singita Takes Top Honours in Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2019

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Singita

Singita Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Awards 2019 South Africa

Singita Sabi Sand (South Africa) NO.1 in Top 10 Safari Lodges in Africa, in Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Awards 2019 Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita has taken top honours in this year’s Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2019, scooping both 3rd and 8th places among The Top… Read the full press release

New Hillside Suite at Singita Sasakwa Lodge – The Ultimate Private Retreat

Posted on April 29, 2019 by Singita

Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Apr-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Sweeping views of Singita Grumeti, Tanzania, Hillside SuiteApril 2019 – In June 2019, Hillside Suite, set on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the endless plains of the Serengeti, opens to guests. With a private access road and all the trimmings of an exclusive retreat,… Read the full press release