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About this property
Located in Mbabat, Timbavati Safari Lodge offers accommodation in thatched chalets with colourful traditional African design like the huts of the Ndebele Tribe. Set 24-minutes' drive from the Kruger National Park, this lodge has a swimming pool and a bar. Each chalet is fitted with a ceiling fan and mosquito net over each bed and the windows. Complete with a private verandah, the guest rooms come with a private bathroom with free toiletries and is fitted with a shower. Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, with special diet menus available on request. The property also offers packed lunches. Guests can enjoy a BBQ in the evenings or dine by the pool. Timbavati Safari Lodge can arrange day trips to the Kruger National Park with a trained guide, as well as sunset drives and bush walks.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kate
United Kingdom
“Amazing to have animals walking around outside your room! The pool bar area was lovely too” - Bernie
United Kingdom
“Staff made us feel welcome from arrival to us leaving. The pool and bar area was very comfortable and fitting for the African experience! The meals were delicious and plentiful! The mosquito nets over the beds were very welcomed! Having the wild...” - Elaine
South Africa
“Very clean accomm and lovely having wildlife sp roaming.” - Leon
South Africa
“The place plus the service offered was excellent. Food was so nice breakfast and dinner so lovely. I loved the rooms and surrounding reminded me of my home.” - Mosima
South Africa
“The staff was very helpful n friendly, the breakfast was the perfect” - Marques
South Africa
“Very accessible even without your own car, it’s just right next to the main road. The property is clean and well kept too. The food is out of this world, and the chefs know what they are doing.” - Nsaleem
United Kingdom
“Second time stay here and it all you need- great location.” - Greg
South Africa
“Great location, close to KNP. Staff were attentive and the food was great.” - Luva
South Africa
“Great staff, and facilities. it is quite wild but that’s why you’d go there. the staff helped with making my infant and kids very comfortable by washing the little containers and helping where they could” - Joyce
South Africa
“Everything was perfect. I think the thing we loved the most was the relaxed atmosphere and ease of access to animals, and I think the only thing that could be improved on was quality of towels (two had holes in them). Otherwise fab. We were on our...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please inform Timbavati Safari Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.