What makes Ngala special?

A private Big Five reserve sharing unfenced borders with Kruger and exclusive traversing across about 14,700 hectares. Expect excellent leopard viewing, wild dog in the area and varied habitats from riverbeds to mopane woodland.

When is the best time to visit Ngala?

May to September is dry with peak visibility and concentrated game at water sources. November to March is green with superb birding and moody skies. We match pacing to your dates and interests.

What experiences can you arrange?

Day and night drives on the private concession, sensitive off-road viewing when appropriate, guided Bush Walking Safaris and a signature Ngala Treehouse sleepout under the stars.

Where should I stay at Ngala?

Choose Ngala Safari Lodge for classic comfort and family options, or Ngala Tented Camp on the Timbavati River for an intimate riverside setting. We match room types and pacing to your style.

What wildlife can I expect?

The Big Five are present with renowned leopard viewing, lion prides and frequent elephants and buffalo. African wild dog occur in the greater area, with sightings possible in the reserve.

NGALA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Romantic bush dinner at Ngala — lantern-lit table beneath an acacia on the open savannah, South Africa

Within Greater Kruger, Ngala Private Game Reserve wilderness spans riverbeds, mopane woodland and open savannah along the Timbavati River. Sharing unfenced borders with Kruger, it’s classic Big Five country with excellent leopard and frequent wild dog. Days unfold on flexible game drives and guided walks; evenings bring campfires and star-filled skies.

Explore Experience Inspiration

Open 4x4 game drive with tracker pausing for an elephant sighting on the Timbavati plains, Ngala Private Game Reserve

QUICK FACTS
Unfenced to Kruger
Big Five
Leopard hotspot
Wild dog range
Timbavati River

Ngala Tented Camp — luxury tented suite glowing at dusk amid riverbank trees in Greater Kruger

Ngala Private Game Reserve family safari — guide with two children watching a breeding herd of elephants at a waterhole, Greater Kruger

Riverbeds, Woodland & Big Cats

Wake to elephants below riverbank decks at Ngala Safari Lodge; by day, follow lion tracks and scan leadwood thickets for leopard. Slip into golden light for sundowners, then return to Ngala Tented Camp’s calm along the Timbavati. Optional walks and a treehouse sleepout add a quietly adventurous edge.

Experiences & Highlights

Shape days around day and night game drives, guided Bush Walking Safaris and golden-hour Photography. Add Bush Dining, Stargazing and, on request, Ngala Treehouse sleepout. Family-friendly options pair beautifully with romantic escapes, with stays ranging from the classic Ngala Safari Lodge to the chic, riverside Ngala Tented Camp.