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Shumbalala Game Lodge

Thornybush Game Reserve (via Thornybush Gate), Thornybush Game Reserve

Shumbalala Game Lodge

The Shumbalala Game Lodge is a unique place where the African wild combines effortlessly with the quiet appreciation of guests being waited upon in the true tradition of Africa in their luxurious surroundings.

This exclusive 5* lodge is set under shady African trees lining the seasonal Monwana river in the Thornybush Game Reserve, which comprises of 14,500 hectares of fenced prime game viewing territory, and is home to the Big 5 as well as a variety of other African wildlife.

Sumptuous meals are taken either on the lodge decks positioned to ensure scenic vistas or by candlelight in more formal surroundings in the main dining room accompanied by a crackling fire in winter.

Open air fire-side dinners are an occasion, and an opportunity to share your day's experience with fellow guests.

Good food is complimented by wines of excellence - select your own in the exclusive underground cellar in full view of the water hole.

Accommodation is in 4 luxury suites. All the suites have overhead fans, air-conditioning, open fireplaces, and designer 'picture window' bathroom suites that includes an additional outside shower for the more adventurous and a private viewing deck.

The main lodge area has game viewing decks and swimming pools, as well as 2 lounges, a curio shop and a library in which to relax between game drives.

Price Guide: From R3780 ( approx £254 ) per person. Special Offers may apply - prices on request.

Dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers, bushveld walks, all meals, teas, coffees and snacks, and sundowner drinks on game drives are included.

The rate excludes curio shop purchases, telephone calls, laundry, all other beverages, tourism levy, any road or air transfers to and from the lodge EXCEPT where the charter flight lands at Thornybush Game Lodge, all airport taxes and applicable Thornybush entrance fees.

Sorry, No Children Under 12.