Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kambaku River Sands features game drives and bush walks. The lodge also offers an outdoor swimming pool, spa and communal lounge with two open fireplaces. Each luxury, air-conditioned suite comes with a private viewing deck. It also includes a seating area with a minibar and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom has a spa bath and separate double shower. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, the sauna or fitness centre at the on-site spa. The bar overlooks the watering hole where elephants and other animals come to drink. Meals are all-inclusive, and local African cuisine is served around the open-air boma bonfire. Free Wi-Fi is available in the main lounge. Kambuku River Sands is located along the western border of Kruger National Park, 25 km from the Orpen Gate. Hoedspruit is 35 km away and Hendrik Van Eck Airport is 100 km from the lodge.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

FREE private parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.6
Location
10
Free WiFi
5.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What. A. Place. There isn’t a rating high enough. The rooms and lodge were beautiful, the rangers and guides were fabulous, animals sighting unbelievable. Staff were exceptional.
  • Judy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The lodge was beautiful and the rooms incredible. Friendly helpful staff who couldn’t do enough for you. amazing food.
  • Ana
    Spain Spain
    Todo! Un lujo de sitio. La habitación, la comida, los safaris, y el personal. Muy recomendable vivir la experiencia de una reserva privada y no puedo opinar sobre las demás, pero ésta es estupenda.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Kambaku River Sands
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Kambaku River Sands takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:00 to 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.

Please inform Kambaku River Sands in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Kambaku River Sands

  • Check-in at Kambaku River Sands is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Kambaku River Sands is 6.2 miles from the centre of Timbavati Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kambaku River Sands offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Walking tours
    • Game drives
    • Swimming Pool
    • Beauty Services
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Fitness

  • The prices at Kambaku River Sands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Kambaku River Sands has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Kambaku River Sands include:

    • Suite