TIMBAVATI PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE
Bordering Kruger, Timbavati blends riverbeds, acacia woodland and open savannah. Expect Big Five sightings with excellent leopard viewing and occasional wild dog, plus night drives and guided bush walks. Low vehicle density keeps encounters calm, with classic camps and private villas set near waterholes and far-reaching views.
QUICK FACTS
Big Five
Leopard hotspot
Wild sog range
Open to Kruger
Nhlaralumi river
Riverbeds, Plains & Big Cats
Begin with elephants below Simbavati River Lodge’s deck; scan horizons from Hilltop. Walk from Trails Camp with expert guides, then settle into Kings Camp or exclusive-use Mvubu Cottage, River Sands or Waterbuck Private Camp. Leopard-rich drives and golden sundowners keep Timbavati unhurried and deeply personal.
Experiences & Highlights
Design days around day and night game drives, guided Walking Safaris and time at productive waterholes; add golden-hour Photography, Bush Dining and stargazing. Private-vehicle options and tailored pacing suit couples, families and friends. Whether classic comfort at Kings Camp or contemporary Simbavati style, from riverside decks to hilltop lookouts.
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*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers
Escape into the wild romance of Lion Sands Game Reserve, where luxurious riverside suites, private plunge pools, and candlelit bush dinners await. Perfect for honeymooners or couples, this intimate Big 5 safari blends exclusive game drives with unforgettable nights under the stars in your luxury treehouse sleepout.
Highlights/Activities
Private luxury suites, riverside safari views, candlelit dinners, treehouse sleepout, Big 5 game drives, guided bush walks, in-suite spa treatments, sundowners in the bush, photographic safaris, romantic private dining, Sabi Sand exclusivity.
Countries Covered: South Africa
*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers
Journey deep into Africa’s wildest corners on this exclusive 9-night safari through Zambia and Zimbabwe. From the predator-rich Busanga Plains to Hwange’s vast elephant herds and the riverside beauty of Mana Pools, experience remote landscapes, exceptional wildlife, and intimate luxury camps in complete seclusion.
Highlights/Activities
Busanga Plains game drives, lion and cheetah tracking, Hwange elephant herds, walking safaris, night drives, birdwatching, Mana Pools canoeing, Zambezi River sunsets, alfresco dining under the stars, seasonal hot air ballooning, catch-and-release fishing, expert-guided wildlife encounters, intimate tented accommodations
Countries Covered: Zambia, Zimbabwe
*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers
Trace Namibia’s desert spine from Sossusvlei’s apricot dunes to Palmwag’s rhino country and the far Kunene River. Stay at intimate camps, use the private Kulala gate for quiet dune hours, track black rhino with Save the Rhino Trust, then drift the Kunene between golden dunes and Angola’s mountains. Quiet luxury, starry nights, effortless light aircraft links.
Highlights/Activities
Private Kulala gate to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, sunrise and sunset dune outings, e-bike rides, rooftop sleep outs, guided night walks, Sesriem Canyon stop, black rhino tracking with Save the Rhino Trust, nature drives in Palmwag, desert adapted elephant and giraffe sightings, stargazing, scenic light aircraft sectors, Kunene River boating when water levels allow, quad bike outings, guided walks, respectful Himba cultural visit, pool time with desert views.
