Home » Kruger Luxury Lodges » Kruger National Park Safari Lodges » KwaMbili – Thornybush Game Reserve – Kruger National Park – Sabi Sands Lodges Reservations
KwaMbili Game Lodge - Kruger Private Reserves - South Africa
KwaMbili Game Lodge provides an authentic safari experience at an affordable price. It is situated in the Thornybush Game Reserve near Hoedspruit, within the Greater Kruger region.
KwaMbili is home to the Big Five, as well as an abundance of other game and bird species. This means you will have a grand game viewing experience and are guaranteed good sightings.
The knowledgeable rangers at KwaMbili will introduce you to the sights, sounds, tracks and movements which will give you a window into the secrets of the African bush. The lodges offers game drives with these experienced rangers and trackers in open 4x4 vehicles.
The shaded camp allows safe observation of animals drinking at the nearby waterhole or the dam further away. There is a secluded swimming pool which allows for relaxation and for cooling off on hot days. Décor around the lodge takes inspiration from the film "Out of Africa".
Sabi Sands Lodges Reviews
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!
Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.
Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!
Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly
...read more
Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.
We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see
...read more
We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience
Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%
...read moreRecommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.
What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone
What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.
From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.
Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.
Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.
KwaMbili Game Lodge - Image Gallery
KWAMBILI GAME LODGE FACILITIES
LODGE FEATURES:
The main area is unwalled and consists of a cosy bar, a breakfast/lunch area, a beautiful lounge and a small library. There is a large collection of eye-catching African masks, and you will find safari artefacts such as books, maps, photographs and skulls. There is also a small pool to cool off from the heat.
Dinner is usually served in the boma which also forms part of the central area. A boma is a round enclosure traditionally used to protect cattle from predators. Safari lodges use this concept for safe dinners under the stars, usually with roaring camp fires.
An important feature of the lodge is the hide, or observation platform. During the day you are welcome to go there and relax while looking out for animals and birds. There is a small waterhole in front of the hide and the KwaMbili dam, a little further away, is visible from the hide too.
ACCOMODATION:
There are large safari tents further from the main building at the end of clearly marked paths. These tents are under a thatched roof, protecting them from falling leaves and making them cooler in summer. The roof extends over a small private patio with table and chairs. They have mosquito windows with flaps which can be opened or closed according to the weather. Each tent has its own open-air en-suite shower and flush toilet. There is electricity in the tents and in the summer a fan is provided. As the tents are on the outskirts of the camp you will have a full uninterrupted view of the bush from your patio. The camp is unfenced and animals roam freely, sometimes in the camp and around the tents. You will be safe inside the tents but after dark you will be accompanied to your tent.
Price Includes
Luxury Accommodation - Three meals daily - Tea & Coffee - Two game drives per day - Optional walking safaris.
Price Excludes
Conservation Fees - Airport Transfers - Drinks - Gratuities
KwaMbili Game Lodge - Wildlife Image Gallery
What to pack:
- Comfortable, light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.
- A very warm jacket for game drives, especially during winter – conditions can be chilly!
- Comfortable closed shoes and socks.
- Sunhat or cap, sunglasses and sunscreen - the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body.
- Camera and plenty of memory space.