Tangala Safari Camp - Kruger Private Reserves - South Africa

Tangala Safari Camp offers an intimate safari experience within one of the richest wildlife game reserve of Kruger National park. Tangala is known for a big five safari experience with an authentic South African safari accommodation. Thornybush game reserve borders the Greater Kruger National Park, the camp boasts sweeping views overlooking an expansive and busy waterhole with the majestic Drakensberg Mountain Range forming an impressive backdrop.

Tangala is known as an eco-friendly camp, accommodation can be in safari tents or chalets and the game drives are world class. A minimum of three nights is recommended so you may have the full Tangala Experience.

Sabi Sands Reviews

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  
Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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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!!!!

Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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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.

The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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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

100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  
Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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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.


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2026 Rates

6 January - 30 November 2026
Chalet Accommodation
R6,350.00 per person per night sharing

R9,525.00 per person per night single

R3,175.00 per child per night (7-11 years old)

Tented Accommodation
R6,350.00 per person per night sharing

R9,525.00 per person per night single

R3,175.00 per child per night (7-11 years old)

*Rates exclude gate & conservation fees 

Price Includes

Accommodation * Brunch, high tea & dinner * Teas & snacks * Two daily safari activities

Please contact us for assistance
Our team is available

☎ +27 (0) 21 6969615

☎ +27 (0) 606191220

☎ +27 (0) 642831384

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SPECIAL OFFERS!!

2-Night Special  (South African Residents ONLY)

R 2,995.00 per person per night sharing

Valid until 31 March 2025

 (Includes accommodation, brunch, high tea, dinner, teas & snacks and 2 daily safari activities)

SPECIAL OFFER!!!

3-Night Special (South African Residents ONLY)

R 2,750.00 per person per night sharing

Valid until 31 March 2025

 (Includes accommodation, brunch, high tea, dinner, teas & snacks and 2 daily safari activities)

 

SPECIAL OFFER!!!

PAY 3 STAY 4 (available to all)

Valid until 30 November 2025

Tangala Safari Camp – Kruger Private Reserves – Information

An intimate and personal experience awaits you at Tangala Safari Camp which is located in the heart of the world renowned Thornybush big 5 Game Reserve bordering the Greater Kruger. The camp boasts sweeping views overlooking an expansive and active waterhole, with the majestic Drakensberg Mountain Range forming an impressive backdrop. With our eco-friendly camp, great hosting, comfortable accommodation and thrilling game drives, guests are assured an unforgettable experience.
Accommodation comprises 4 chalets and 6 luxury tents, complete with covered patios, twin beds under mosquito nets and ensuite bathrooms which include his and her basins, shower and toilet. Tangala retains its authenticity and closeness to nature and runs “off the grid”, boasting solar power and natural gas to fuel the camp.
The camp offers early morning and evening safaris and our guides and expert trackers are there to show you nature at its best, in their natural environment and without interference. The reserve borders the Greater Kruger National Park and the game viewing and birdlife are abundant with regular big game sightings.
Children under 12 years Not permitted at the lodge  

Directions

• BY ROAD: From the South on the R 40 to Thornybush Game Reserve: • 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 Thornybush Game Reserve • 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 C Thornybush Game Reserve:  • 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 Thornybush Game Reserve • 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 Thornybush Game Reserve • 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)

What to pack:

- Comfortable light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.

- A very warm jacket for game drives during winter – conditions can be chilly!

- Walking shoes and socks.

- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen (the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body).

- Camera and plenty of film/ memory space.

- A good book.

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