TIMBAVATI PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE
Kambaku Safari Lodge
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve · Timbavati
Eight thatched chalets facing a waterhole in the Timbavati, powered by solar energy, with the Kambaku Kubs junior-ranger programme; about 45 minutes from Hoedspruit Airport.
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The stay
An intimate family lodge around a waterhole
Kambaku Safari Lodge keeps the scale small with only eight thatched chalets. The waterhole-facing layout, solar power and children's programme make it a practical family-focused Timbavati option.
A small family lodge in the Timbavati
With only eight chalets and a junior-ranger programme, Kambaku suits families who want a smaller Timbavati lodge; family and interleading set-ups are arranged from the chalet inventory. Guests enter the reserve through Enkhulu Gate, about 45 minutes from Hoedspruit Airport.
Rooms & Suites
Thatched Chalet
Max 2 adults · 2 children
Safari & Experiences
Morning and afternoon safari drives
Guided Big Five drives are included.
Guided bush walks
Walking experiences are available.
Kambaku Kubs
Junior-ranger style children's programme.
Spa and wellness
Spa services are available through the Kambaku portfolio.
Good to know
Families
- Kids programme available
The lodge is family friendly and runs the Kambaku Kubs junior-ranger programme. Family/interleading configurations are available subject to room assignment.
Power & connectivity
- Solar powered
- In-room power available
The lodge is described as powered entirely by solar energy; rooms have Wi-Fi and charging capability.
Getting there
- Nearest airport: Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport
- Drive time: About 45 minutes from Hoedspruit Airport
The lodge is reached through the Timbavati's Enkhulu Gate.
Sustainability & Conservation
The lodge emphasises environmental consciousness and current reserve information describes it as fully solar powered.
Plan around your stay
Add the road leg
Private transfers, arranged with the stay.
Spurwing can arrange private road transfers from Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, regional airports or another lodge where the routing is practical, or build the road leg into a wider South African itinerary.
Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chalets does Kambaku Safari Lodge have?
The lodge has eight thatched chalets.
Is Kambaku family friendly?
Yes. The lodge runs the Kambaku Kubs children's programme and offers family configurations.
Is the lodge solar powered?
Yes. Current reserve information describes the lodge as powered entirely by solar energy.