&Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge
Timbavati Game Reserve
Greater Kruger National Park
Features
- Superb birdwatching destination.
- Provides an unbeatable family safari experience in the heart of the Kruger National Park.
- This old-world haven in the midst of the African bush charms with its colonial antiques, silver cutlery and crystal glassware.
- Rates include Emergency medical evacuation insurance.
- Big FiveYes
- Off RoadNo
- Camp FencedNo
- Child PolicyAll ages welcome
- PoolYes - At The Main Area Only
- SPAIn-room Massages
- AirconYes
- Cellphone SignalNo
- Malaria AreaYes
Location
Timbavati Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
Getting There
5 hour drive from Johannesburg. 1.5 hour light aircraft flight into the reserve. Daily scheduled flight to Hoedspruit and 40 minute road transfer to the lodge. Daily flights to KMIA and than a 1 hour air transfer or 3 hours by road.
Accommodation
17 Airconditioned Cottages
3 Family Cottages
1 Private Family Suite
Rates & Special Offers
Deals By Date
Please note:
- All rates are subject to availability.
- Proof of SADC residency (SADC ID, work permit or endorsed passport) may be required at the time of booking or upon check-in at the lodge.
- Surcharges may apply on rates over peak holiday periods and long weekends.
- Special discounted rates for International guests are available on request.
- Unless otherwise stated, all rates listed are based on a minimum 2 night stay. Surcharges may apply for a 1 night booking.
- Rates quoted are only applicable to South African Residents. Discounted rates for Overseas Residents are available on request.
- Rates include Emergency medical evacuation insurance.
- Timbavati Conservation Levy R 500 per person per stay when entering the park via Orpen Gate applies and will be added to the invoice for the accommodation at the time of booking. (Subject to change)
- Entry and exit to the reserves, via self-drive, will need to happen through the same gate.
- Timbavati Gate Entrance Fee of R 300 per vehicle entry applies, based on a light motor vehicle, for self-drive guests. Payable in cash at the gate and subject to change.
- Please request single accommodation rates from your BushBreaks & More Consultant.
- Children of all ages are welcome at &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge.
- Children aged 0 – 5 years free of charge if sharing with 2 full-paying adults.
- Children aged 6 – 16 years will receive a 50% discount if sharing with 2 adults.
- Please note that the lodge can only accommodate 1 child in the room with the adults. Subject to availability of triple rooms.
- Only children 6 years and older will be allowed on game drives at Lodge Manager’s discretion.
- Children under 12 years of age are not permitted on Nature Walks.
About &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge
This gracious, colonial-style safari lodge, set in Ngala’s extraordinary African wilderness, is renowned for its superb accommodation. It provides an unbeatable family safari experience in the heart of the Kruger National Park
Each en suite safari chalet features a private veranda and exudes a romantic ambience with nostalgic safari memorabilia. With its secluded position overlooking the Mopane riverbed, Ngala’s sophisticated Safari Suite boasts a spacious sitting room, elegant en suite bedroom, private deck, personal pool and exclusive safari vehicle.
The main thatched dining, bar and sitting areas are open to the African bushveld, and the large swimming pool looks out over a busy waterhole where elephants are frequently sighted. Delicious Pan-African cuisine is served in the candle- and lantern-lit courtyard or in the dramatic boma (outdoor dining area). Exceptional bush banqueting is enjoyed in spectacular settings in the African wilderness.
Room Features
- One luxurious Safari Suite with private pool
- En suite bathrooms and air-conditioning
About Timbavati Game Reserve
Timbavati Nature Reserve shares a common unfenced border with the Kruger National Park allowing animals free range and ensuring guests to the area the opportunity to view the greatest diversity of wildlife that Africa has to offer. View the big game from open vehicles, on foot or from the comfort of your room as you experience timeless Africa.
Escape from the grind of daily life and succumb to the tranquil wilderness of the Timbavati Nature Reserve in the South African Lowveld. Here you can view the Big Five and other endangered species such as the Wild Dog and Cheetah in their natural environment.
All the big game is here including rhino, elephants, buffalo, zebras, antelopes, as well as leopard, lion, hyena. Bird watching is good particularly during the rainy season.
Lodge Features
Lodge Pool
Curio Store
Getting There
FROM JOHANNESBURG
Ngala Safari Lodge is situated about 500km from Johannesburg and travelling time is approximately 6 – 7 hours
- Take the N12/N4 through Witbank, then later left onto the R540 to Belfast (opposite the Engen Fuel Station).
- In Belfast, turn right towards Dullstroom and Mashishing (Lydenburg).
- In Mashishing (Lydenburg) look out for the information boards directing you to the R36 to Ohrigstad. Follow the signs to R36 Ohrigstad, Hoedspruit or Tzaneen. It is marked 47 km to Ohrigstad as you leave Mashishing. Stay on the R36. Pass through Ohrigstad, later over the beautiful Abel Erasmus Pass and through the JG Strydom tunnel, following the signs to Hoedspruit.
- Once in Hoedspruit, drive straight through town, over the railway line bridge. Turn right at the stop street onto the R40 to Klaserie.
- After approximately 7km turn left at the Timbavati / East Gate signs. Sign in at the security boom and continue straight for about 17 km. You will cross the Klaserie River and check in at the Timbavati Control Gate.
- At the Timbavati gate, sign the visitors book and pay R120* road levy per vehicle (plus R30* for a trailer). Please Note: an additional R110* conservation fee (per person) is now payable at the gate. (* These rates can only be confirmed at time of reservation and are subject to change)
- Follow the road for about 13 km until you reach a big right turn. There is a stone marker indicating that Ngala Safari Lodge is 14.5 km to the right.
- The road is gravel from here. After about 6km turn left and continue straight for about 7 km. There are 2 sandy rivers to cross. Quicker is better than slower!
- At the top of the hill, follow the Ngala sign on the right for another 2 km to the Lodge.
FROM NELSPRUIT
- Ngala Safari Lodge is situated about 190km from Nelspruit and travelling time is approximately 3 – 3½ hours
- Take the R40 towards White River.
- Pass through White River and continue through Hazyview, past Acornhoek towards Klaserie (all on the R40).
- Pass the turn marked Orpen and then just before the concrete over-head railway bridge at Klaserie, turn right towards Hoedspruit – please note that this is still the R40. 7km before Hoedspruit, turn right towards Eastgate Airport / Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Sign in at the security boom and continue straight for about 17 km. You will cross the Klaserie River and check in at the Timbavati Control Gate.
- At the Timbavati gate, sign the visitors book and pay R120* road levy per vehicle (plus R30* for a trailer). Please Note: an additional R110* conservation fee (per person) is now payable at the gate. (* These rates can only be confirmed at time of reservation and are subject to change)
- Follow the road for about 13 km until you reach a big right turn. There is a stone marker indicating that Ngala Safari Lodge is 14.5 km to the right.
- The road is gravel from here. After about 6 km turn left and continue straight for about 7 km. There are 2 sandy rivers to cross. Quicker is better than slower!
- At the top of the hill, follow the Ngala sign on the right for another 2 km to the Lodge.
PLEASE NOTE
Ngala Safari Lodge cannot normally be accessed at the small Ngala Tented Camp gate near Orpen gate. It is preferable to exit Kruger National Park at Phalaborwa Gate and drive south to Ngala Safari Lodge via Hoedspruit.
In special circumstances we can arrange an escort from the Ngala Tented Camp gate, but the normal Timbavati fees will be charged and an escort fee of R400.
Please be aware, as you approach the Lodge that you are in a wilderness area where predators and high-profile game roam freely. Do not leave your car for any reason.
It is suggested that you call Ngala Safari Lodge as you pass through the Timbavati Control Gate so that we can prepare for your arrival and also respond in the unlikely event that you have vehicle trouble. Mobile phone signal is poor inside the reserve.
Wherever possible and available, we do provide covered parking for guest vehicles. However, we cannot be held responsible for theft, loss or damage whilst vehicles are parked on our premises.