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Simbavati River Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star tentalow with free breakfast

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Outdoor dining
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Popular LocationGreater Kruger National Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Wildlife Estate69 min drive
  • Popular LocationOrpen Gate115 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Chalet

  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Tent

10/10 Exceptional
  • 409 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Tent | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Tent

10/10 Exceptional
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Timbavati Game Reserve

On river.A stay at this Timbavati Game Reserve tentalow places you within a 5-minute walk of Greater Kruger National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Greater Kruger National Park - 1 min walk
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 69 min drive
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 75 min drive
  • Andover Nature Reserve - 99 min drive
  • Orpen Gate - 115 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 140 min drive

About this property

Simbavati River Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star tentalow with free breakfast
Simbavati River Lodge is an all-inclusive tentalow. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Simbavati River Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a complimentary children's club, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Simbavati River Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Timbavati Game Reserve tentalow.

  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Simbavati River Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include body wraps, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Simbavati River Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 575 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Additional fee: ZAR 140 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the reserve.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the tentalow before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Simbavati River Lodge Kruger National Park
Simbavati River Lodge
Simbavati River Kruger National Park
Simbavati River Bushbuckridge
Simbavati River Lodge Bushbuckridge
Simbavati River Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Simbavati River Lodge Safari/Tentalow Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Simbavati River Lodge to the airport?

Simbavati River Lodge is 42.8 mi (140-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Simbavati River Lodge?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simbavati River Lodge on Jun 11, 2024 start from $872.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Simbavati River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Simbavati River Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times.

Does Simbavati River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Simbavati River Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Simbavati River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this tentalow.

What time is check-in at Simbavati River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

Is there free parking at Simbavati River Lodge?

This tentalow offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Simbavati River Lodge have a pool?

Simbavati River Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Simbavati River Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Simbavati River Lodge have a spa?

This tentalow has a spa, which features massages, body scrubs, and body wraps.

How close is Simbavati River Lodge to downtown Timbavati Game Reserve?

Simbavati River Lodge is 11.2 mi away from Timbavati Game Reserve.

Simbavati River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARICY

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian, Miami

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simbavati River Lodge encompasses a combination of luxury and Safari adventure。 While being papered with an amazing room with 5 star accommodations, you are submerged within the best Safari viewing experience one can imagine. Staff is professional friendly and extremely happy and hospitable. They go way beyond what was expected in all aspects leaving you with an experience that may be lived in very few places in this type of vacation. The food served is phenomenal with all sorts of choices for every breakfast lunch dinner and drinks. Our Field Guide, Tracker provided us with knowledge and viewings of all sorts of species while always providing a safe environment with upbeat and fun momments to be remembered. The rest of the staff including our Butler were all on opoint. We dream on returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SANDEV

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal property and staff and game drives. Food and rooms were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ido, London

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is well positioned with great facilities and comfortable accommodation. The guides and trackers and knowledgeable and friendly making for the best game drives.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simbavati sensation
5 star accommodation, food and wildlife experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing wild dogs sighting
Very nice lodge located on a river bank in the Timbavati Game Reserve with good food and with excellent and talented staff. They could not do anymore to make us feel comfortable and welcome. From the front desk ladies to the waiters and cooks they are all so nice and attentive. The guide (Nichole) and the tracker (Thabo) tried everything to show us some amazing animal sights. The game drives can vary depending on your luck, but the guide and tracker did everything they could to show us some quality sightings such as leopards and hyenas with kill and the high light for me, a pack of more than 30 wild dogs which Nichole chased off road for more than 15min. The information and explanations from the guide were just enough to keep us interested and to let us enjoy the moment. I also liked the fact that the guides use a hear piece to maintain radio contact with the other vehicles. In other lodges you have to be submitted to listen to the constant radio talk. This was a far, far better experience. We definitely recommend this lodge for a fantastic stay and a truly bush experience. Thank you to all and well done for your dedication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie, Houston, Texas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guide and tracker and butker qere excellent. So kind and helpful. The drives were FANTASTIC. Included the Big 5 as well as nuanced things like birds, vegetation, insects and reptiles. Just excellent. ,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing better than being greeted by a herd of elephants and impala as we sat on the veranda sipping a drink and sailing up the sun
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
60th Birthday celebrations
What a 60th Birthday bucket list adventure Family from around the globe joined together and we were super spoilt by team at Simbavati
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019