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Simbavati River Lodge

TIMBAVATI PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE

Simbavati River Lodge

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve · Timbavati / Nhlaralumi River

Six safari tents, two Tented Pool Suites and three two-bedroom Family Chalets on the Nhlaralumi River in the Timbavati, with a Cubs Club, spa and gym; about an hour from Hoedspruit.

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Property Type Safari Lodge
Malaria Status Malaria area
Rooms / Units 11 units
Families Welcome

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The stay

One of the most complete family products in the Timbavati

River Lodge mixes tented accommodation with true two-bedroom family chalets and adds a children's centre, spa and gym around a productive river and waterhole setting.

Who Simbavati River Lodge suits

Children of all ages are welcome, with shared game drives from age six and the Cubs Club for younger guests, which makes this an easier Timbavati choice for mixed-age families. Shared Hoedspruit transfers are included on selected rates; Spurwing confirms what applies to your dates.

Rooms & Suites

Luxury Safari Tent with Pool

Max 2 adults

Tented Pool Suite

Max 2 adults

Two-Bedroom Family Chalet

Max 4 adults · 3 children

Safari & Experiences

Morning and afternoon safari activities

Two safari activities per day are included.

Cubs Club

Kids discovery centre and activities are available.

Safari Spa

Spa treatments are available.

Optional

Fitness centre

Gym facilities are available.

Good to know

Families

  • Kids programme available

Children of all ages are welcome; shared adult game drives are for ages six and over. Three two-bedroom family chalets and a Cubs Club support family stays.

Power & connectivity

  • Mains powered
  • In-room power available

Complimentary internet is focused on the main lodge area; rooms have full powered amenities.

Getting there

  • Nearest airport: Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport
  • Drive time: About 1 hour from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport

The lodge can be reached by road through the Timbavati and shared Hoedspruit transfers are included on selected current rate structures.

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.

Arrange a Transfer Greater Kruger

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Rates on request

One trusted partner for the whole journey — speak to us and we’ll help plan the stay alongside the rest of your trip.

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Similar Places

Tanda Tula Safari Camp Seven canvas-and-glass Safari Suites and two two-bedroom Family Suites, all with plunge pools, in a solar-powered camp on the Nhlaralumi River in the Timbavati; children from six. View stay Motswari Private Game Reserve Fifteen en-suite bungalows, eight facing the riverbed and the rest in the bush, for up to 30 guests in the Timbavati and Umbabat area of Greater Kruger, with the optional Giraffe's Nest sleep-out. View stay

Frequently Asked Questions

Are children welcome at Simbavati River Lodge?

Yes. Children of all ages are welcome.

What age can children join shared game drives?

Shared adult game drives are for children aged six and over.

Does the lodge have family chalets?

Yes. There are three two-bedroom family chalets.