The Simbavati Lodges are located within the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger region & offers phenomenal Big 5 wildlife viewing.
Experience
There are 2 lodges at Simbavati – one is located on a hill - Simbavati Hilltop Lodge, & the other is located by a river - Simbavati River Lodge.
Hilltop Lodge is the more luxurious of the 2 lodges & is geared towards adults (no children under 12 years old), whereas River Lodge is a relaxed, family-friendly camp. Both lodges boast incredible views over the Nhlaralumi River.
Stay
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge has 8 luxury pavilion-style tents that are comprised of 2 tents each linked by a walkway leading to the bedroom & bathroom, leaving guests free to enjoy a shower open to the elements, should they so wish.
Each tent boasts a private viewing deck as well as a day bed with matchless views over the river below.
The main lodge area includes a game viewing deck, infinity pool, 360-degree-view bar & lounge with a selection of board games & books.
Activities
Simbavati’s excellent location – right in the heart of Big 5 country allows for phenomenal game drives in open 4x4 vehicles.
Passionate & knowledgeable guides will accompany guests on all drives & take them on a journey through wild Africa. Guests can expect to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino, giraffe, zebra, impala, hippo as well as special sightings like wild dog, cheetah & hyena.




























