Simbavati River Lodge | Cabin in Timbavati Game Reserve

| 9.6 (69 Reviews) |   13 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  13 Guests
Kruger National Park Cabin | Simbavati River Lodge

13 Bedroom Cabin in Kruger National Park, Timbavati Game Reserve

In the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve, the Simbavati River Lodge offers the chance of a face-to- face encounter with Africa’s incredibly varied wildlife from the lodge’s private viewing decks. Simbavati River Lodge combines the rustic appeal of an African game with stylish modern interiors. Choose from 2-bedroom family suites or luxurious Safari Tents, all feature air conditioning private outdoor decks overlooking the Nhlaralumi River. The spacious family have a large bathroom twin wash-basins, a shower and deep, free-standing bath. Each morning and evening, Simbavati Lodge offers game drives conducted by experienced rangers and trackers, providing the opportunity to photograph some of the reserve’s incredible array of wildlife that includes the 'big 5' - lions, leopards, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Afterwards you can sit around the campfire and enjoy traditional African cuisine often prepared on the 'braai' or barbecue.

Simbavati River Lodge is located in Timbavati Game Reserve.

This 13 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Ocean View, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 69 reviews with the average score of 9.6 . Coming to Timbavati Game Reserve and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 13 Bedrooms Cabin if you want to learn more about this place in Timbavati Game Reserve. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Simbavati River Lodge in Timbavati Game Reserve is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Simbavati River Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Cabin, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
Activities
  • Beauty services
  • Body wrap
  • Manicure
  • Neck massage
  • Body scrub
  • Fitness center
  • Spa facilities
  • Full-body massage
  • Fitness
  • Pedicure
  • Game drives
  • Back massage
  • Massage
  • Foot massage
  • Kids' club
  • Couples' massage
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Concierge
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Ironing service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Packed lunches
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baggage storage
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor fireplace
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Key access
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Fenced pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note: the rate quoted includes game rides and full board, please note that compulsory conservation levies are applicable and excluded from the rates. these are payable prior to or on arrival, please note :, timbavati conservation fee will increase to r 400 per adult per night, r 200 per child under 12 per night from 01 january 2020, a gate entrance fee of zar 160 per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to timbavati private nature reserve. please contact the property directly for further information, conservation levies and additional reserve fees (subject to change), conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly, timbavati private nature reserve:, 1 jan 2023 to 31 dec 2023: r510 per adult per night and r255 per child under 12 years per night, 1 jan 2024 to 31 dec 2024: r575 per adult per night and r288 per child under 12 years per night, klaserie private nature reserve:, 1 jan 2023 to 31 dec 2023: r450 per person per night for any person 12 years and older, 1 jan 2024 to 31 dec 2024: r480 per person per night for any person 12 years and older, check-in is from 14:30. you are welcome to arrive earlier, and make use of our swimming pool or other facilities, we try to accommodate early arrivals, subject to room availability. unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room was occupied on the previous night, check-out is prior to 11:00 on the day of departure. again, we try to accommodate late check-outs, subject to room availability. unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room is booked for the evening. if we are unable to accommodate a late check-out, we will happily store your luggage while you enjoy our facilities, lunch, the full board & activity/game drive price includes lunch (served from 1pm to 2.30pm) either on the day of arrival or on departure, if you wish to have lunch on both arrival and departure days, there will be an extra charge for the second lunch, conservation levies and additional reserve fees are subject to change. conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly, timbavati private nature reserve: 1 jan 2024 to 31 dec 2024: r575 per adult per night and r288 per child under 12 years per night, self-drive guests: a vehicle entrance fee of r280 is only payable at the timbavati or klaserie control gate, all conservation levies and other reserve fees are subject to change without prior notice. conservation levies for 1 jan 2025 to 31 dec 2025, the above-published conservation levies may change without prior notice if there are changes made by the reserve.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.84
Location:
9.58
Staff:
9.66
Facilities:
9.32
Comfort:
9.47
Cleanliness:
9.58
Herman
Nov 4, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Food was excellent. Staff very friendly.
Negative: There was nothing that I did not like.
Summary: Once again an enjoyable time with Simbavati in the Timbavati game reserve. Treated like family!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Chalet
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 50 m2

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Slippers, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Telephone

General

Key access, Private entrance, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels
Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 38 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Tent

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Body soap, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Conditioner, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Telephone

General

Key access, Private entrance, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 50 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Slippers, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Telephone

General

Key access, Private entrance, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels
Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 38 m2
Suite

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Body soap, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Conditioner, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Telephone

General

Key access, Private entrance, Trash cans, Electric blankets, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

View

Pool view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels, Plunge Pool
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