Overview

Location: South Africa–>Kruger National Park–>Thornybush Nature Reserve
Accommodation Type: Lodge

Good For: Couple/Romantic, Family |

Located directly adjacent to the world renowned Kruger National Park is Thornybush Nature Reserve – roughly 11,000 hectares, a private bush venue which which specialises in romantic getaways, bush weddings and business retreats or indabas. With world class, state of the art facilities, and five star accommodation, Thorny Bush Nature Reserve is home to a series of gorgeous safari camp units, tented camps, and the eponymous Thornybush Game Lodge – a fantastic meeting place of unbelievable adventure and top notch accommodation and facilities.

Strictly exclusive and charmingly rustic, safari accommodation doesn’t come more charming than genuine, canvas luxury tents, and this is strictly where the spirit of Nkelenga Tented Camp lies.

Under a gigantic canopy of trees, guests to Nkelenga Tented Camp enjoy an atmosphere of friendly service and exciting game drives. Soothing and enticing, this first class tented destination has a full list of luxury services and unforgettable views.

Accommodation

Nkelenga Tented Camp provides accommodation in a series of luxury, en-suite tents, complete with air conditioning, generous showers, large living and dining areas, and fully equipped kitchens.

Wildlife

Thornybush Nature Reserve, located directly next to the Kruger National Park, is home to many of the same species, servicing a huge wildlife spotting demand from its guests, including Big Five spotting, and more than sixty other species such as hyena and cheetah, antelope, zebra, giraffe, and more than 280 bird species for the avid watcher’s delight.

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Children
• Children of all ages can be accommodated at the camp.

Directions

• BY AIR:

• O R Tambo Johannesburg International – Hoedspruit

• Cape Town International – Hoedspruit

• CHARTER FLIGHTS:

• Private charters on request

• Helicopter transfers on request

• Transfers to lodge are available

• From Johannesburg

• The N12 to Witbank, where the N12 highway links up with the N4 highway

• Continue with the N4 in the direction Nelspruit

• Approximately 30 km past Middleburg take the R 540 to your left

• Travel though on the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg. Take the R 36 (which becomes to R 527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass

• At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6 km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Nature Reserve gate

• From Pretoria

• Take the N4 in the direction Nelspruit. Approximately 30 km past Middleburg take the R 540 to your left

• Travel though on the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg

• Take the R 36 (which becomes to R 527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass

• At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6 km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

• From Swaziland

• From Jeppe’s Reef border post, follow the R 570.00 north in the direction Malelane

• Take the N4 highway in the direction of Nelspruit for 64 km

• On arrival in Nelspruit turn right on the R 40 in the direction White River

• Continue Through White River, Hazyview and Bushbuckridge to Klaserie

• 24 km after Klaserie turn off – turn right at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

GPS: -24.424250 (latitude) 31.156560 (longitude)

Overview

Thornybush is a private reserve set adjacent South Africa’s magnificent Kruger National Park, combining authentic African safari with the luxury of an exclusive reserve. The lakeshore accommodation at Waterside offers a tranquil haven surrounded by a natural wooded forest and lush manicured garden.

Follow the tracks of the lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino; spot herds of impala from a hot air balloon; or simply relax on the deck and take in the view. Whether you want to host a conference, plan a wedding or just get away from it all for a secluded bush break, this five-star lodge promises to treat you to an unforgettable experience of Africa’s Big Five country.

Children’s Program
Thornybush Luxury Game Lodge Collection prides itself on actively welcoming children of all ages at Thornybush Waterside Lodge
Kids at Thornybush Waterside Lodge have a special program prepared for them prior to their arrival
Some of the activities offered for kids include:
Educational walk with rangers
Treasure hunt
Baking
Face painting

Accommodation

Accommodation at Waterside Lodge comprises of 20 suites, designed in harmony with the natural surroundings but without lacking any of the modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Thatched suites are appointed with air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms and crisp white linen and decks provide an opportunity to relax and take in the view from the privacy of your suite. Inter-leading family suites are available, perfect for families or larger groups.

Wildlife

Home to an abundance of wildlife species, Waterside hosts Africa’s famous Big Five as well as 147 species of mammals. Rarer species such as hyena and cheetah roam the 11 500 hectares of pristine wilderness that make up the Thornybush portfolio, together with 114 reptile and 507 bird species.

Woodlands supporting a variety of indigenous flora open onto sprawling savannah plains with a temperate year-round climate.

Conferences

A fully equipped conference facility caters for up to 60 guests, as well as offering wedding packages and accommodating arrangements for special occasions. Hosting a successful breakaway or conferencing function is about combining a dedicated venue with a relaxed atmosphere. Thornybush conference facilities are well-equipped and provide access to a range of exciting activities like the Amani Spa and balloon safaris, all surrounded by the tranquillity of the bush.

Facilities and Services

• White board
• Flip charts
• TV
• Video
• Overhead projector

Seating arrangements

• Theater Style – 60
• Classroom style – 40
• U – shape – 20

Additional Information

• Incentive options such as 4X4 Trails, Bush Orientation and Helicopter Rides are available.
• Extra equipment and a data projector can be hired at an additional cost.

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Children
Children of all ages are welcome at Waterside Lodge, however, children younger than six years of age will not be permitted on safaris or bush walks.
Children 2 – 5 years of age are not permitted on game drive – lodges do offer babysitting facilities at an additional cost.
A special children’s program is available for younger guests staying at Thornybush Waterside Lodge – this is not a full day activity, time will be made during the day for the children.

Excludes:
Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy

Directions

• BY AIR:

• O R Tambo Johannesburg International – Hoedspruit

• Cape Town International – Hoedspruit

• Transfers to lodge are available

• CHARTER FLIGHTS:

• Private charters on request

• BY ROAD:

From the South

• On the R40, coming from Bushbuckridge continue through Acornhoek towards Klaserie for about 7km.

• Turn right towards Hoedspruit just before Klaserie which remains the R40.

• Continue for 24km towards Hoedspruit and turn right at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue for about 14km, tarred road, and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve).

• Continue 9km on a gravel road.

From the North

• On the R40 at Hoedspruit take the R4000 South towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6km then turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road.

• Continue 9km, gravel road, and turn left at the Thornybush gate.

From Johannesburg to Thornybush Waterside Lodge.

• Take the N12 to Witbank, where the N12 highway links up with the N4 highway.

• Continue on the N4 in the direction of Nelspruit for approximately 30km past Middleburg, take the R540 to your left and travel through the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg.

• Take the R36 (which becomes to R527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass.

• At Hoedspruit take the R40 south towards Bushbuckridge and continue 6km then turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road.

• Continue on Argyle Road for 14km, tarred road, and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve).

• Continue 9km, gravel road, and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate.

• Continue a further 2km and turn left at Thornybush Waterside Lodge gate and continue directly to the lodge.

From Pretoria to Thornybush Waterside Lodge

• Take the N4 in the direction of Nelspruit.

• Approximately 30km past Middleburg take the R540 to your left.

• Travel through the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg.

• Take the R36, which becomes to R 527, towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass.

• At Hoedspruit take the R40 South towards Bushbuckridge, continue 6km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road, follow Argyle Road for 14km, tarred road, and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve).

• Continue 9km, gravel road, and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate.

• Continue a further 2km and turn left at Thornybush Waterside Lodge gate and continue as directed to the Lodge.

From Swaziland to Thornybush Waterside Lodge

• From Jeppe’s Reef border post, follow the R570 North in the direction Malelane.

• Take the N4 highway in the direction of Nelspruit for 64km.

• On arrival in Nelspruit turn right on the R40 in the direction White River.

• Continue through White River, Hazyview and Bushbuckridge to Klaserie, 24 km after Klaserie turn off – turn right at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road.

• Continue 14km, tarred road, and turn right onto Guernsey Road, (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve).

• Continue 9km, gravel road, and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate.

Please note: You will need to pay a gate entrance fee of R160 per vehicle and R40 per person.The entrance fee can only be confirmed at the time of making your reservation (Prices subject to change)

GPS:  -24.431000 (latitude) 31.158330 (longitude)

Overview

Located directly adjacent to the world renowned Kruger National Park is Thornybush Nature Reserve – roughly 11,000 hectares, a private bush venue which specialises in romantic getaways, bush weddings and business retreats or indabas. With world class, state of the art facilities, and five star accommodation, Thornybush Nature Reserve is home to a series of gorgeous safari camp units, tented camps, and the eponymous Thornybush Game Lodge – a fantastic meeting place of unbelievable adventure and top notch accommodation and facilities.

Jackalberry Lodge, in Thornybush Game Reserve, gets the balance right, by combining down-to-earth hospitality with all those little extras. Enthusiastic attention to detail, genuine African hospitality, and a pristine location on the edge of the Kruger National Park, make this exclusive lodge the ideal destination for honeymooners, couples and families.

Children’s Program
Thornybush Luxury Game Lodge Collection prides itself on actively welcoming children of all ages at Jackalberry Lodge
Children staying at Jackalberry Lodge, will receive the “Ranger in Training” backpack – however the Children’s Program will not apply.

Accommodation

The luxury accommodation for up to 16 guests creates a restful ethnic ambience in harmony with nature. Attention to detail and true South African hospitality will charm guests and leave them with a true sense of real beauty and warmth. Every sense is indulged in the chalet style rooms with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning and patios offering comfort and sheer decadence with African flair.

Wildlife

Thornybush Nature Reserve, located directly next to the Kruger National Park is home to many of the same species – servicing a huge wildlife spotting demand from its guests, including Big Five spotting, and more than sixty other species such as hyena and cheetah, antelope, zebra, giraffe, as well as more than 280 bird species for the avid watcher’s delight.

More Info

Children
Children of all ages are welcome at Jackalberry Lodge.
Children 2 – 5 yrs of age are not permitted on game drive – lodges do offer child minding facilities at an additional cost.

Excludes:
Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy

Directions

• BY ROAD:

From Johannesburg

• Eastbound out of Johannesburg take the N4 to Witbank, bypass Middelburg and then turn left off the N4 to Belfast

• Proceed to Dullstroom and Lydenburg

• R36 to Ohrigstad and Strijdom Tunnel

• R531/R527 to and through Hoedspruit to junction

• Turn right, Klaserie direction

• After 6 km, turn left into Argyle Road and follow Thornybush signboards to Thornybush Nature Reserve

Please note: you will need to pay a gate entrance fee of R160 per vehicle and R40 per person. The entrance fee can only be confirmed at the time of making your reservation (Prices subject to change)

• BY AIR:

• South African Express Airways provide daily flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg to Hoedspruit (Eastgate airport).

• Please contact your local agent to confirm availability and flight times.

• Transfers between the reserve and Eastgate airport are booked by Thornybush for which there is an extra charge.

Overview

Embark on a journey into the beating heart of Africa at Thornybush The River Lodge. Thornybush The River Lodge offers an uplifting insight into the true essence of African tranquility at its finest.

Here you will be wrapped in luxury and surrounded by the finest of game viewing opportunities, secluded in a magnificent setting amid the vast bushveld panoramas of the 14 000 hectare Thornybush Private Nature Reserve, adjacent to the greater Kruger National Park.  At Thornybush The River Lodge, Big Five experiences blend seamlessly with 5-star service and amenities.

Accommodation

Just four rooms, including the superb two- bedroom Royal Suite, the lavish accommodation is limited to 08 guests, ensuring a personalised wilderness experience, where the opportunity to reserve the entire camp for exclusive use, is a reality.

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Directions

From Johannesburg to Thornybush Game Reserve

Via Hoedspruit

Take the N12 to Emalahleni (Witbank), where the N12 highway links up with the N4 highway
Continue with the N4 in the direction Mbombela (Nelspruit).
Approximately 60 km past Middleburg take the R 540 to your left.
Travel though the towns of eMakhazeni (Belfast) and eMnotweni (Dullstroom) to Mashishing (Lydenburg)
Take the R 36 (which becomes the R 527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass
At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge
Continue on this road for approx. 22.5 km until you reach a T-junction
Turn left which is still the R40 towards Bushbuckridge and White River
After approx. 2 km , turn left onto the R531 towards Orpen Gate , Kruger National Park
Drive 12.5km on the R531 and there will a sign for The River Lodge/ Avoca / Ilkley
Turn left and go through the control gate which is 50 meters after the turn-off
Immediately on your left is a green gate where a staff member will escort you to the lodge

Overview

Location: South Africa–>Kruger Park Private Concessions–>Thornybush Nature Reserve
Accommodation Type: Lodge
Comfort Level: Luxury

Located directly adjacent to the world renowned Kruger National Park is Thornybush Nature Reserve – roughly 11,000 hectares, a private bush venue which specialises in romantic getaways, bush weddings and business retreats or indabas. With world class, state of the art facilities, and five star accommodation, Thornybush Nature Reserve is home to a series of gorgeous safari camp units, tented camps, and the eponymous Thornybush Game Lodge – a fantastic meeting place of unbelievable adventure and top notch accommodation and facilities.

Our latest addition to the Collection, Waterbuck Game Lodge is uniquely positioned adjacent to a water estuary in the Southern part of The Thornybush Nature Reserve, and provides extraordinary wildlife diversity within the confines of a closely located watering hole and abundant birdlife. Waterbuck is truly a “home from home” with centralised entertaining accommodation of warm and comfortable proportions, flanked by individually located bedroom Suites accessed through pathways a few yards from each other providing both privacy and security, individual views from Suites and bathrooms, generous dressing rooms en-suite for added comfort and convenience.

Accommodation

Waterbuck Lodge, exquisitely positioned in the southern part of The Thornybush Nature Reserve boasts 4 air-conditioned luxury suites with magnificent views from both the generous sized bedroom and en-suite bathrooms.

In between exciting dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers, take time to relax and enjoy the central entertainment and dining area, flanked by an inviting swimming pool and bar area. Or you are invited to simply withdraw into the sounds of the African bush on the tanning deck or lazing by the swimming pool.

The main deck area continues to provide a further comfortable watchpoint to the abundant wildlife whose home is the feature watering hole adjacent to the Lodge.

Wildlife

Thornybush Nature Reserve, located directly next to the Kruger National Park is home to many of the same species – servicing a huge wildlife spotting demand from its guests, including Big Five spotting, and more than sixty other species such as hyena and cheetah, antelope, zebra, giraffe, as well as more than 280 bird species for the avid watcher’s delight.

More Info

Children
Children welcome at Waterbuck Game Lodge.
Children 2 – 5 yrs of age are not permitted on game drive – lodges do offer babysitting facilities at an additional cost .

Excludes:
Simbambili Gate fee at Sabi Sands Reserve (per vehicle/per person)
Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy and Increases in any of the above cost

Directions

 BY ROAD:

From Johannesburg

• Eastbound out of Johannesburg take the N4 to Witbank, bypass Middelburg and then turn left off the N4 to Belfast

• Proceed to Dullstroom and Lydenburg

• R36 to Ohrigstad and Strijdom Tunnel

• R531/R527 to and through Hoedspruit to junction

• Turn right, Klaserie direction

• After 6 km, turn left into Argyle Road and follow Thornybush signboards to Thornybush Nature Reserve

Please note: you will need to pay a gate entrance fee. The entrance fee can only be confirmed at the time of making your reservation (Prices subject to change)

• BY AIR:

• South African Express Airways provide daily flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg to Hoedspruit (Eastgate airport).

• Please contact your local agent to confirm availability and flight times.

• Transfers between the reserve and Eastgate airport are booked by Thornybush for which there is an extra charge.

Overview

The luxurious Monwana Game Lodge is situated within the Thornybush Game Reserve, on the banks of the Monwana River. The reserve is spread across 11 500 hectares of unspoiled savannah and borders the Kruger National Park.

The intimate lodge can be booked for exclusive use, and is the ideal getaway for couples, families, small groups, and honeymooners. Personalised service, elegant accommodation, gourmet meals, and Big Five game-viewing combine to ensure guests have a memorable safari.

Children’s Program
Thornybush Luxury Game Lodge Collection prides itself on actively welcoming children of all ages at Monwana Game Lodge
Children staying at Monwana Game Lodge, will receive the “Ranger in Training” backpack – however the Children’s Program will not apply

Accommodation

Monwana Lodge accommodates a maximum of twelve guests in four spacious suites, all named after South African tribes. The African-inspired décor and furnishings create a sumptuous safari atmosphere.

The Bushman and Zulu are family suites, with two inter-leading en-suite bedrooms. The Ndebele accommodates two people in a double suite with two bathrooms. The Shangaan is a romantic honeymoon suite complete with king-size bed and open plan bathroom, with a huge sunken bath from which to enjoy magnificent views.

All suites have expansive secluded timber decks, with glorious views over the waterhole or river.

Wildlife

Thornybush is a fully fenced private game reserve teeming with wildlife. The Big Five live here, as well as a multitude of mammals including; spotted hyena, cheetah and hippo.  Thornybush guests are treated to frequent sightings of the shy and secretive black rhino. Night drives often reveal the elusive genet, civet, bush baby, porcupine and caracal, with the possibility of observing predators hunting and stalking their prey.

Monwana is an accredited Bird Life South Africa – “Birder Friendly” establishment, and is home to around 300 bird species. This includes the renowned ‘Big Six’, namely Ground hornbill, Martial eagle, Saddle-billed stork, Pel’s fishing owl, Kori bustard and Lappet faced vulture.

Migratory birds are present from November to April. Notable birds in the area include the Groundscraper thrush, Malachite kingfisher, Martial eagle, Fork-tailed drongo, Namaqua dove, Green pigeon, Black-crowned night heron, Blacksmith plover, and Lesser spotted eagle.

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Children 
Children under the age of 6 yrs are not permitted on game drive
Childminding is available at Monwana Game Lodge, at an additional cost.
Children staying at Monwana will receive a Kiddies Backpack.

Excludes:
Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy

Directions

Johannesburg – Thornybush Game Reserve (Monwana Game Park)
Approximately 550km (+/-) Half a day by road.

* N4 east to Belfast.
* R540 to Lydenburg (via Dullstroom).
* R36 to Orighstad, and J.G. Strijdom Tunnel.
* Proceed through J.G. Strijdom Tunnel towards Hoedspruit.
* R527 to and through Hoedspruit and turn right at the 4th 4-way stop (onto R40)
* R40, after 6km turn left towards and past Eastgate Airport.
* After 17km turn right onto Guernsey Road (gravel road starts).
* After 10km turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve main gate.
* Report as Guests of Monwana Lodge to the Gate Guard.
*  Follow the signs to Thornybush Game Reserves main lodge.

Overview

Located directly adjacent to the world renowned Kruger National Park is Thornybush Nature Reserve – roughly 11.000 hectares, a private bush venue which specialises in romantic getaways, bush weddings and business retreats or indabas. With world class, state of the art facilities, and five star accommodation, Thornybush Nature Reserve is home to a series of gorgeous safari camp units, tented camps, and the eponymous Thornybush Game Lodge – a fantastic meeting place of unbelievable adventure and top notch accommodation and facilities.

Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp is a safari guest’s ticket to a long gone era of colonial romance and mystery, surrounded by the Thornybush veld as it is, and open to the expansive, warm glow of the setting African sun. Days spent tracking wildebeest across the brambly landscape, twilight spent around a campfire enjoying a sundowner – authentic tented accommodation that also stands as a benchmark of comfort. Chapungu encapsulates the untranslatable essence of this area perfectly, guests are transported to a pristine, distinctly African landscape in which anything can happen, and when it does, it’s almost always something exciting!

Accommodation

Chapungu’s accommodation consists of eight luxury tented units, each complete with ceiling fans, a bushveld bath, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Wildlife

Thornybush Nature Reserve, located directly next to the Kruger National Park is home to many of the same species – servicing a huge wildlife spotting demand from its guests, including Big Five spotting, and more than sixty other species such as hyena and cheetah, antelope, zebra, giraffe, as well as more than 280 bird species for the avid watcher’s delight.

More Info

Children
Children younger than 16 years old are not permitted at the camp

Excludes:
Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy and Increases in any of the above costs

Directions

• BY ROAD:

From the South on the R 40 to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp:

• Continue through Acornhoek towards Klaserie

• 24 km after Klaserie turn off – turn right at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

• From the North on the R 40 to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp

• At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6 km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Nature Reserve gate

From Johannesburg to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp: 

• The N12 to Witbank, where the N12 highway links up with the N4 highway

• Continue with the N4 in the direction Nelspruit

• Approximately 30 km past Middleburg take the R 540 to your left

• Travel though on the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg

• Take the R 36 (which becomes to R 527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass

• At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6 km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

• From Pretoria to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp

• Take the N4 in the direction Nelspruit

• Approximately 30 km past Middleburg take the R 540 to your left

• Travel though on the town of Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg

• Take the R 36 (which becomes to R 527) towards Hoedspruit, passing through Origstad and descending down the Able Erasmus Pass

• At Hoedspruit take the R 40 south towards Bushbuckridge

• Continue 6 km and turn left at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

• From Swaziland to Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp

• From Jeppe’s Reef border post, follow the R 570 north in the direction Malelane

• Take the N4 highway in the direction of Nelspruit for 64 km

• On arrival in Nelspruit turn right on the R 40 in the direction White River

• Continue Through White River, Hazyview and Bushbuckridge to Klaserie

• 24 km after Klaserie turn off – turn right at the Eastgate Airport sign / Argyle Road

• Continue 14 km (tarred road) and turn right onto Guernsey Road (following the signs to Thornybush Reserve)

• Continue 9km (gravel road) and turn left into the Thornybush Game Reserve gate

Please note: you will need to pay a gate entrance fee of R160 per vehicle and R40 per person. The entrance fee can only be confirmed at the time of making your reservation (Prices subject to change)

• BY AIR:

• O R Tambo International Johannesburg – Hoedspruit Airport

• Cape Town International – Hoedspruit Airport

GPS: -24.424353 (latitude) 31.156593 (longitude)

Overview

Location: South Africa–>Kruger National Park–>Thornybush Nature Reserve
Accommodation Type: Lodge
Comfort Level: Luxury

Good For: Couple/Romantic, Family, Solo |

Experience the wild heart of Africa’s bushveld with luxury beyond compare. Royal Malewane is a luxury Kruger Park Safari Lodge in South Africa exudes the romance and beauty of a bygone age whilst offering every modern-day comfort and convenience. This is a unique, personalised adventure that offers you detailed insight into the complex and fascinating ecosystem of the bush. Let the expertise of our guides and trackers bring you thrillingly close to the Big Five; indulge in sensual treatments at our tranquil Bush Spa; let the passion of our chefs delight you with nightly feasts under the stars. Easily accessible by air and road, this magnificent South African game lodge is a haven of old-world charm and splendour.