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Tanda Tula Safari Camp

A superb private luxury lodge located within the Timbavati Nature Reserve and part of the Greater Kruger open system, Tanda Tula offers a truly authentic safari experience alongside exceptional standards of accommodation and guiding.

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

Highly skilled ranger and tracker teams
Experience the overnight Walking Safari
The infinity pool overlooks a large watering hole which is often frequented by a variety of African wildlife
Superb dinner round the boma

At Tanda Tula guests will enjoy an intimate experience that brings them face to face with the excitement and uniqueness of the African Bush. The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park, a vast wilderness of more than 3.5 million hectares. The reserve is known for its incredible variety of game including the big five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino). The Timbavati is renowned for its numerous lion prides.

Accommodation consists of 11 individually appointed safari suites with en suite facilities and a private deck overlooking the dry river bed. Bathrooms feature traditional bathtubs and romantic outdoor showers.

The main lodge area is stone and glass structure with a bar and large lounge area with views over the swimming pool and a magnificent view of the watering hole which is often frequented by buffalo and elephant. It also houses a separate the sitting room and dining room. The small viewing hide down at the water’s edge offers incredible close-up photo opportunities for guests. There is also a luxurious spa which overlooks the watering hole where a range of treatments can be arranged.

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You'd never know but the bathroom walls are made of dried elephant dung!

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Location

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

Tanda Tula is located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park, Limpopo. Set on the banks of the Nharalumi riverbed, Tanda Tula is shaded by majestic trees and overlooks a watering hole that attracts abundant wildlife.

Tanda Tula Safari Camp’s closest airport is Hoedspruit, a 45-minute road transfer from camp. Fly into Hoedspruit from Cape Town and Johannesburg (OR Tambo International). Travel time from Cape Town to Hoedspruit is approximately 2 hours 40 minutes and from Johannesburg flight time is 1 hour.

Alternatively, guests can fly to Nelspruit Airport (Kruger Mpumalanga International) and then take a 3 hour road transfer to the camp.

Top Things to Do Nearby

Search for leopard in the Sabi Sands

The Sabi Sands is widely regarded as one of the most rewarding regions for spotting leopard in Africa. With good populations and the ability to go on night game-drives which coincides when these big cats are most active, all you need is good timing!

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4WD Game Drives

Go on private or shared game drives in the world famous Greater Kruger Area, South Africa to see the Big 5 - lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino - and a host of other animals. The Kruger is also a brilliant spot for birders so pack some binoculars.

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Spend a night in a Treehouse - Lion Sands

Lion Sands offers an experience in the heart of the Sabi Sands that is like no other: the opportunity to spend a night high above the ground in one of their magical treehouse platforms in the bush.

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