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Timbavati Game Reserve – 17 hotels and places to stay

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

AMAZING! Such kind people who really understand customer service. Our stay was 10/10! I strongly recommend the experience at Motswari!
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
319 reviews
Price from
$693.18
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Amazing Safari experience. I was staying alone but felt very safe, cared for and made great friends. I feel the place attracts good people. The staff were friendly, the safari guides exceptional with their professionalism and humor. The meals were prepared with care and love. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends.
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
143 reviews
Price from
$514.18
1 night, 2 adults

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 hall with a beautiful view on a water spot where you can see elephants. Breakast was excellent as well as dinner.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
83 reviews
Price from
$1,327.93
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Every single person at Umlani was warm and welcoming! We felt well cared for the entire time we were there!! The game drivers and trackers are so knowledgeable and engaging; and we were taken out on very small group game drives even though the lodge was not completely booked up and the vehicles could have held more people. The food was first class—every meal!! The grounds are beautiful! We could see elephants right from the lunch area! The highlight of our time was definitely the treehouse where we able to spend not only an overnight but also an afternoon so we could see all the animals during the day!! I wish we could’ve stayed longer and hope to return one day!!!
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
$652.77
1 night, 2 adults

Kambaku Lodge is located in the heart of Timbavati Nature Reserve and has a waterhole which attracts members of the Big 5. Each of the rooms and chalets feature African décor and a private patio.

Great to have meals under the stars! Superb and friendly staff.
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
46 reviews
Price from
$932.32
1 night, 2 adults

Located 2.9 miles from Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve, Kings Camp offers an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi.

Excellent breakfast made to order.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
$1,837.86
1 night, 2 adults

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

Review score
9.8
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
$1,875.25
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Amazing place with amazing hospitality. The staff and food is fantastic. It was the best experience we ever had.
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
52 reviews
Price from
$2,007.83
1 night, 2 adults

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’s not to like. Geigers camp was a phenomenal experience and it was truly because of the amazing team. From the greetings, game drive, meals, hospitality, the amenities on the property, special surprise events throughout the week and the level of comfort and cleanliness this place brought is something I have not experienced before. Incredible and unique experience that I am grateful to have had the opportunity to stay here.
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
61 reviews
Price from
$1,015.60
1 night, 2 adults

Offering mountain views, Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp in Timbavati Game Reserve has accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

Property is absolutely beautiful. Facilities and vehicles are 10/10. The watering hole is a great spot for animal watching during the day. The vehicles are comfortable and the guide Brett is so talented. We saw the big five in one day.
Review score
9.9
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
$1,083.59
1 night, 2 adults
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What Guests Said About Timbavati Game Reserve:

  • Review score
    10.0

    Best safari experience of them all!

    Best safari experience of them all! This was the best safari experience of all we had while in Africa for a month during December to January when we visited South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. Our guide Hayden was amazing, taking us off-road into the bush to catch some incredible animal sightings. He and the 2 trackers, Patrick and David, had a skill that others we experienced did not at finding the Big Five up close and often during our 3 days at Motswari. The twice a day schedule was a bit crazy especially the 5:00 am game drives, but missing a bit of sleep was worth it over and over as we had incredible success catching so many animals at this preserve. The accommodations and the meals were also first class considered being out in the wild, and the entire staff was attentive and friendly, particularly in the restaurant and bar. If there is one safari experience not to miss in Africa, Motswari is it!
    Guest review by
    Ira
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    This is an "eco-camp" so facilities are fairly basic but...

    This is an "eco-camp" so facilities are fairly basic but completely adequate. Setting is wonderful with views over a waterhole from the sitting room and a remote tree-house that can be used for the night. Great staff and plenty of animals - highly recommended if you really want to see game rather than enjoy a luxury bush stay.
    Guest review by
    Prof Michael Gammage
    United Kingdom
  • Review score
    10.0

    Motswari is on the border between the Umbabat and the...

    Motswari is on the border between the Umbabat and the Timbavati. The game sightings vary depending on where you are, for example in thick Mopane you will see Elephant and on the grassy plains you will see plains-game. The diversity gives you a choice for each and every game drive. This is a good place for game diversity.
    Guest review by
    Ian
    South Africa

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  • From $1,398.05 per night
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 61 reviews
    This was our first safari experience and Geiger’s made it unforgettable. Our stay was magical. We saw so many animals including the big 5 and wild dogs. Every game drive we saw something new. Our room at Camp was big and nice and the hotel has a nice African safari feel and decor. It’s only 4 rooms which creates a nice intimate feel where you get to know the other people on safari with you.
    Guest review by
    Sofia
    United States
  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 83 reviews
    Staff worked so hard to make our stay special. Exceptionally friendly. Great food. Clean and peaceful. GY and Happy made our game drives extra special, they worked so hard to find us the big five and were so knowledgeable. Easy to spot animals. Children did a pizza making lesson onsite and enjoyed board games. Spa was also great. We highly recommend staying at Simbavati River Lodge.
    Guest review by
    Sehar
    United States
  • From $956.11 per night
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 319 reviews
    We like the most is the game drives. Our driver Paul and tracker Release are simply the best, they put their efforts let us enjoy and appreciated the animals and the nature environment. Plus, this is a very friendly hotel, we like all the staff working there.
    Guest review by
    grace j
    United States
  • From $514.18 per night
    Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 143 reviews
    The drives were exceptional, the tent is very well built, big bathroom. The meals were very tasteful. The Road is unpaved but if you go very slow you can reach the hotel with a normal car. The staff is very polite and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Rafael
    Brazil
  • From $956.11 per night
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 319 reviews
    Excellent food, in both quality and variety. Quality of the drives and guides / trackers were exceptional. Staff hospitality was amongst the best I've experienced in any hotel.
    Guest review by
    Serena
    United Kingdom