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Simbavati River Lodge

4.0 star property
All-inclusive tentalow with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Pool
The current price is SAR 4,440
SAR 5,398 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

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

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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

Family Chalet

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 69 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 75 min drive - 64.2 km
  • Mafunyani Cultural Village - 90 min drive - 79.7 km
  • Orpen Gate - 115 min drive - 72.9 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 140 min drive

About this property

Simbavati River Lodge

Upscale all-inclusive tentalow by the river
At Simbavati River Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body wrap, or a massage at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and a terrace.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A safari, babysitting (surcharge), and a gift shop
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and games
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Decks/patios, electric kettles, and heating

All inclusive details

This tentalow is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included

Land activities

Childcare

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Game/wildlife drives
  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Books
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Games
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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 staffed during limited hours
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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included 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 smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

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

Does Simbavati River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Simbavati River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Simbavati River Lodge?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simbavati River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Simbavati River Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Simbavati River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 9:30 AM–3:30 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Simbavati River Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Simbavati River Lodge located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly tentalow is steps from Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Selati Nature Reserve. Kapama Private Nature Reserve is 31.6 mi (50.9 km) away.

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Simbavati River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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