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Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Motswari is a luxury family-owned lodge situated within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.

I’m not sure I can put into words the joy this incredible 3 night stay at Motswari gave us. Our lodge Nyla was wonderful so tastefully decorated and very spacious and comfortable. We were collected from our room and escorted to dinner each evening by the friendly staff. The food was fabulous and the staff out of this world, nothing was too much trouble. Loved their singing at lunch as they brought in the food. Josh and Difference were the most amazing guide and tracker and we loved our time with them. They worked so hard to make sure we saw the Big 5 and yes we did multiple times. Thank you to everyone at Motswari for making us so welcome we certainly felt we left as friends and will be back ❤️
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
361 reviews
Price from
£618.15
1 night, 2 adults
Shindzela Tented Camp, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Shindzela is a tented safari camp, set in a traversing area within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park, South Africa.

It is a beautiful, not too big, camp with lovely tents, a nice pool and tastefully arranged seating area. From the tent and the main building one has views to a little waterhole where regularly hyenas and diferent antilopes etc. come to drink. The tents are beautifully decorated, with an out of Africa feeling, and the beds are very comfortable. There is Wifi in the tents but charging possibilities only in the main building. The safari drives with our knowledgeable guide Johan were fantastic, we saw f.ex. 10 lions eating on a buffalo, a huge buffalo herd drinking in a dam, cheetah and leopard, etc. He placed the vehicle in the right angles to take good pictures and gave us interesting information.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
£376.86
1 night, 2 adults
Umlani Bushcamp, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Umlani Bushcamp is a classic African safari camp in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of Greater Kruger National Park. Game drives, bush walks and meals are included in the rate.

The food was delicious. Also, the game drives were very well organized and we managed to see all big 5. In addition, there is a tree house one can visit and see a lot of animals.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
103 reviews
Price from
£581.35
1 night, 2 adults
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is located in Timbavati Game Reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge.

Our time at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge was outstanding! The staff was exceptionally polite, and our guide and tracker worked tirelessly to show us as much as they could while providing detailed information. The butler was sweet and attentive, accommodating to our food restrictions. Our room was consistently spotless and cozy. We had a wonderful time and would love to come back!
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
76 reviews
Price from
£1,635.15
1 night, 2 adults
Simbavati River Lodge, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

In the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve, the Simbavati River Lodge offers the chance of a face-to- face encounter with Africa’s incredibly varied wildlife from the lodge’s private viewing decks.

The lodge was stunning. So tranquil and nestled away in nature. The rooms and main lodge dining area faced the watering hole so we were spoilt for choice with elephants, giraffes, warthog and kudu right in front of our eyes at all times. The staff were the most welcoming, friendly and professional group of people. They could not help us enough. The game drivers and trackers (shoutout to Dennis and Daniel) were incredible. We saw every animal we could have ever hoped for including 2 leopards and we got so close! Obi was our butler and cared for us from start to finish. The cleaning staff left our room so beautiful every day. Honestly the most astounding and outstanding place.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
91 reviews
Price from
£1,081.45
1 night, 2 adults
Geiger's Camp in Timbavati Game Reserve by NEWMARK, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Perched on a ridge within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Geiger's Camp is an exclusive family-owned lodge with panoramic views of the Nhlaralumi River and surrounds.

What an amazing place in an even more incredible setting! We stayed for 3 nights and from start to finish we couldn’t fault anything! Thank you to the brilliant staff who were always on hand to help with anything, from the house staff to the tracker and guide, these incredible people made this trip even more memorable!
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
76 reviews
Price from
£880.73
1 night, 2 adults
Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Featuring mountain views, Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp in Timbavati Game Reserve features accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

Stunning location in front of a large dam/pool populated by hippos, not a puddle of a waterhole like many lodges. The camp is simple, 2 tented rooms either side of an open main lodge building leading onto a terrace with small swimming pool and overlooking the water. But what else do you need ? Small, intimate, and stamped with understated luxury the camp is exclusive. As a family we occupied 3 of the rooms and had the lodge to ourselves for 3 of our 6 nights. The 4 tented rooms were a perfect size and beautifully decorated. The food was delicious, great attention was paid to portion sizes, presentation and all our dietary needs and requests carefully addressed (peanut allergy) The staff are lovely, approachable, always on hand and very attentive. Charlie and Mish, the managing couple along with Courtney make you feel as though you this is your home. The guiding experience was probably my best ever, and thats after 25 years of safari, we had started going on courses as we had heard it all so many times before, but Charlies breadth of knowlege is astounding, he is a master of timing, keeps you engaged and doesn't overload you, I was learning information that I had never heard before. Needless to say the sightings were amazing; leopard, lion, wild dog, many birds and some fascinating small stuff as well. The traversing rights mean that there are very few vehicles in your area and some drives we didn't see any other vehicles at all. The game viewer seats 8. The middle seat is converted for storage so no one ever has to sit in the middle. We absolutely loved it and will return.
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
£882.46
1 night, 2 adults
Kings Camp, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kings Camp offers luxury accommodation in a secluded bush setting, with an outdoor pool.

We stayed 3 nights at King's Camp out of a total of 11 nights in South Africa and this was by far the best part of our entire trip. The place is immaculate - very large and comfortable rooms, extremely friendly staff and a beautiful location in the TImbavati game reserve. We were taken out for dawn and dusk game drives by our own dedicated ranger Cynet and spotter Sunnyboy, in vehicle we had to ourselves most of the time. All the seats were next to the side (so there were no obstructed views), there were warm blankets in the car for the cold and we stopped for sundowners every evening and watched the stars come out - and what stars - amazing views of the milky way. The game was excellent too - lions including cubs, leopard + kill, and all the rest of the big five (if that's what you're into), hyena and cubs. A big highlight was following a leopard through the bush in the car - simply unforgettable! Plus a multitude of birds from eagles to wax-bills - and our extremely knowledgeable ranger Cynet could identify them all! Our room was enormous and luxurious - private secluded pool and veranda area, carefully designed so that it was not overlooked but looked out into the bush with animals traipsing past! There's also a wonderful hide by the waterhole so you can watch the animals coming down to drink and mud-bathe - including a whole herd of elephants! The staff still have a sense of wonder about the animals they see and are just as excited as the guests. And there are steenboks and kudu who visit the grounds and wander around the rooms - and a lovely night-watchman who escorts you to and from your room after dark. The trouble with the food was that it was too good and too plentiful - hard not to gain weight! Well cooked, well presented and served by lovely, attentive staff. Every other night we had a buffet in the traditional "boma" around a fire with our guide.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
£1,522.67
1 night, 2 adults
Simbavati Trails Camp, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

With Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve reachable in 8.5 km, Simbavati Trails Camp offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and a bar.

Location: right in the middle of the African bush. Very peacefull. Food: Top notch. Typical African cuisine. Staff: Extremely friendly and catering to every need. Chef, butler, camp hand, guide, cleaner Activities: Twice daily walks in the veld with the armed guide, who is extremely knowledgeable. Very educational. The highlight undoubtedly was the elephants comeing to drink from the camp pool (dry season), literally metres away - hugely thrilling.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
32 reviews
Price from
£687.80
1 night, 2 adults
Makumu Private Game Lodge, hotel in Timbavati Game Reserve

Makumu Private Game Lodge is situated in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, 36 km from Kapama Game Reserve. Hoedspruit is 32 km away. Free WiFi is available. The accommodation has a seating area.

The location is amazing, "endless view" across the bushveld, and a sense of real calm and peacefulness. You are really in the midst of the park, it's animals and vegetation, while being treated to outstanding, long, highly informed game drives, and sumptuous accommodation, superb meals, and a very friendly atmosphere. Knowledgeable staff joined in meals, so we really learnt a lot during our stay. A once in a lifetime experience, we felt it was worth the price - for us, well beyond our usual budget, but it was a most memorable time.
Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
74 reviews
Price from
£1,020.15
1 night, 2 adults
All hotels with pools in Timbavati Game Reserve
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  • Shindzela Tented Camp
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 123 reviews

    Shindzela is a tented safari camp, set in a traversing area within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park, South Africa.

    - tolle Safaris - rundum Versorgung - kleine Gruppengröße

  • Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 361 reviews

    Motswari is a luxury family-owned lodge situated within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.

    The tour guides were amazing & the staff was so friendly and welcoming

  • Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp in Timbavati Game Reserve features accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    the feeling and experience you want and the staff where very welcoming

  • Geiger's Camp in Timbavati Game Reserve by NEWMARK
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 76 reviews

    Perched on a ridge within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Geiger's Camp is an exclusive family-owned lodge with panoramic views of the Nhlaralumi River and surrounds.

    Everything was fresh and delicious served in a beautiful setting.

  • Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 76 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is located in Timbavati Game Reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge.

    it was different, clean, pretty and pool area was fab

  • Kings Camp
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kings Camp offers luxury accommodation in a secluded bush setting, with an outdoor pool.

    the game drive and the experienced rangers ! they were super professional

  • Simbavati River Lodge
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 91 reviews

    In the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve, the Simbavati River Lodge offers the chance of a face-to- face encounter with Africa’s incredibly varied wildlife from the lodge’s private viewing decks.

    Simpatia dos funcionários, Safari e quarto, maravilhoso!

  • Simbavati Mvubu Cottage

    Simbavati Mvubu Cottage, boasting a bar, is situated in Timbavati Game Reserve, 17 km from Orpen Gate and 29 km from Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve.

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  • Umlani Bushcamp
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 103 reviews

    Umlani Bushcamp is a classic African safari camp in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of Greater Kruger National Park. Game drives, bush walks and meals are included in the rate.

    Un posto magico dove poter fare un safari pazzesco. Super consigliato!

  • Simbavati Trails Camp
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews

    With Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve reachable in 8.5 km, Simbavati Trails Camp offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and a bar.

    authentic, great food, good field guides and great service

  • Kambaku River Sands
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kambaku River Sands features game drives and bush walks.

    The lodge was beautiful and the rooms incredible. Friendly helpful staff who couldn’t do enough for you. amazing food.

  • African Retreat Motswari by NEWMARK

    Located 23 km from Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve, African Retreat Motswari by NEWMARK provides rooms with air conditioning in Timbavati Game Reserve.

  • Nsala Wilderness Camp
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set 31 km from Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve, Nsala Wilderness Camp offers accommodation with a terrace, as well as a bar.

  • Tanda Tula Safari Camp
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Tanda Tula Safari Camp offers all inclusive luxury tented accommodation in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve situated within the Greater Kruger National Park. Guests can enjoy game drives.

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