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South Africa – 4-day Timbavati Safari with Kambaku Safari Lodge – Private accommodated

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Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

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Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

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South Africa – 4-day Timbavati Safari with Kambaku Safari Lodge – Private accommodated

From $1,645
Kambaku Safari Lodge
Kambaku Safari Lodge
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Kambaku Safari Lodge
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Includes

Airport transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport
3 nights safari accommodation on full board basis
2 daily, shared safari activities
Park fees

Excludes

Flights
Premium drinks
Gratuities - we recommend ZAR 180 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, South Africa

Located in the Mpumalanga Province, the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve shares a fenceless border with the world-renowned Kruger National Park. This magnificent 60 000 hectare reserve is best known for its two very rare white lions discovered here in the 1970s, which gave this destination its name. Meaning 'the place where something sacred came down to earth from the heavens', the park lives up to the hype with its enthralling African savannah, abundant wildlife, and friendly people. Visitors have the opportunity to see 40 mammal species, 360 bird species and the famous Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo). Enjoy a wide array of activities including daytime safaris, guided night game drives, bush walks, and excellent bird watching.
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
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  • Kambaku Safari Lodge

    Day 1 - 4

    The establishment of Kambaku Safari Lodge began, as most things do, with a simple idea: that our most memorable moments are those we share with others.
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
    Kambaku Safari Lodge
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Day 1

Day Notes:

Upon arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, you will be met for your road transfer to Kambaku Safari Lodge in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Once you arrive at the lodge, check-in, before setting out on your first afternoon game drive to begin your search for the animals, including the Big Five.

Transfer time: ~50 minutes

  • Transfer from Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS] to Kambaku Safari Lodge

  • Check-in to Kambaku Safari Lodge

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 3

Day Notes:

The morning game drive starts at sunrise. You will wake up before dawn for tea and coffee before the game drive starts. Then, you are off for 3 hours to find as many animals as possible before they all find trees to hide under in the heat of the day.

When the game drive returns to the lodge, you will be served a delicious hot breakfast and have time to relax. You can sit by the pool, read a book, take a nap and absorb being out in the bush. If you prefer an activity-filled day, guided bush walks are on offer. 

After high tea, the afternoon game drive will start and then you will return to the lodge for dinner.

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drive

Day 4
  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Kambaku Safari Lodge

  • Transfer from Kambaku Safari Lodge to Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
South Africa
Day 1-2

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Located in the Mpumalanga Province, the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve shares a fenceless border with the world-renowned Kruger National Park.

Accommodations

Kambaku Safari Lodge
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Day 1-4

Kambaku Safari Lodge

The establishment of Kambaku Safari Lodge began, as most things do, with a simple idea: that our most memorable moments are those we share with others..

1 January - 31 December 2025 - STAY AN EXTRA NIGHT FOR FREE*** DURING 15 JANUARY - 15 MARCH, JUNE & NOVEMBER

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 28,575
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 30,910
  • Per child sharing, 2-11 years: ZAR 15,225**

1 January - 31 December 2026 - STAY AN EXTRA NIGHT FOR FREE*** DURING JUNE & NOVEMBER

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 31,500
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 34,065
  • Per child sharing, 2-11 years: ZAR 16,785**

*A single supplement applies from the third single booking for singles travelling together

**For families with more than 1 child there will be a small transfer supplement, because a bigger car has to be booked

***Only pay park fees for 4th night

Timbavati Private Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

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Trusted Customer
Excellent customer service. Great recommendation. Seamless execution.

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