Title: Simbavati River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Simbavati River Lodge Riverside tentalow with full-service spa and free breakfast ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/2c145b9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/155d9509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/8bc450f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/4682c7ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/798c8b61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing at Simbavati River Lodge. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body treatment or a body scrub at the on-site spa. In addition to a free daily manager's reception and a terrace, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Bar - Spa - All-inclusive - Breakfast included - Pool £1,106 includes taxes & fees 10 Dec - 11 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Luxury Tent | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/6a624fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Tent ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 409 sq ft - 1 bedroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/ebaf91b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Chalet ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding 2 bedrooms Bathrobes - 538 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - River view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/ebaf91b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding 2 bedrooms Bathrobes - 538 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - River view - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Beds ![Deluxe Tent | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/f7ca3a93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Tent 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private plunge pool Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding Bathrobes - 409 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKruger-National-Park-Hotels-Simbavati-River-Lodge.h8756052.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKruger-National-Park-Hotels-Simbavati-River-Lodge.h8756052.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-24.21555%2C31.35339&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=w7Kv-eI2KiSqAypDtY6w3a0hvoM=) Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380 #### What's nearby - Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Selati Nature Reserve - 32 min drive - 13.2 miles #### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) - 140 min drive ## About this property ### Simbavati River Lodge Upscale all-inclusive tentalow by the river At Simbavati River Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body treatment or a body scrub at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking and valet parking - A safari, babysitting (surcharge) and books - Coffee/tea in reception, concierge services and games Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and bathrobes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers - Decks/patios, electric kettles and heating ### All-inclusive details This tentalow is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Food and beverages All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included Basic alcoholic drinks included ### Land activities Childcare ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46060000/46057000/46056938/a98c52d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simbavati Trails Camp Bushbuckridge - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Free airport shuttle 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=46056938&PinnedHotelID=46056938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081200/3081112/0b90e69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK Bushbuckridge - Pool - All-inclusive - 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 10 Exceptional 1 review £390 includes taxes & fees 5 Dec - 6 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=105472795&PinnedHotelID=105472795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free return airport shuttle from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times and on request - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - Books - Free children's club - Full-service spa - Game drive - Game viewing - Games - Gym - Outdoor pool - Safari ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Free children's club - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Turndown service ### Outdoors - In a national park - On a river - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 2 treatment rooms - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 1 floor - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Comprehensive food waste policy - Designated smoking areas - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Slippers - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR575 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age. - Additional fee: ZAR 140 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. This property is located in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the reserve. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision ### Property is also known as Simbavati River Lodge Kruger National Park Simbavati River Lodge Simbavati River Kruger National Park Simbavati River Bushbuckridge Simbavati River Lodge Bushbuckridge Simbavati River Lodge Safari/Tentalow Simbavati River Lodge Safari/Tentalow Bushbuckridge ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Simbavati River Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Simbavati River Lodge? > As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simbavati River Lodge on 10 Dec 2025 start from £1,106.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Simbavati-River-Lodge.h8756052.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Simbavati River Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Simbavati River Lodge? > Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Simbavati River Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Simbavati River Lodge? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does Simbavati River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM on request. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Simbavati River Lodge? > Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions). ### Where is Simbavati River Lodge located? > Located on a river, this family-friendly tentalow is steps from Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Selati Nature Reserve. Kapama Private Nature Reserve is 31.6 mi (50.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Simbavati River Lodge Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SANDEV 9 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Phenomenal property and staff and game drives. Food and rooms were excellent. ##### SANDEV Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jody 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place. If you like elephants you will see many here. Overall a great place, from the people working there, to the food and amazing game drives. ##### Jody Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Simbavati River Lodge encompasses a combination of luxury and Safari adventure。 While being papered with an amazing room with 5 star accommodations, you are submerged within the best Safari viewing experience one can imagine. Staff is professional friendly and extremely happy and hospitable. They go way beyond what was expected in all aspects leaving you with an experience that may be lived in very few places in this type of vacation. The food served is phenomenal with all sorts of choices for every breakfast lunch dinner and drinks. Our Field Guide, Tracker provided us with knowledge and viewings of all sorts of species while always providing a safe environment with upbeat and fun momments to be remembered. The rest of the staff including our Butler were all on opoint. We dream on returning soon. ##### Julian Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What we like the best is the people in this property! They are warm and welcoming! Every staff there are giving their best services to us! They are working hard to make sure the customers happy! Our guide named Happy was exceptional in terms of knowledge, competence, skills and his happy nature and disposition impressed us! He works extremely well with our ranger/ driver named Marte-lize, who has tremendous passion for her job and very good at her job! We are very blessed to have the best game drives every day! Our waitress Chrinah, was sweet, attentive and thoughtful. We are very grateful to have the wonderful unforgettable experiences! We cannot help but feel grateful for the memories we had made during our stay. It was a journey that awakened our sense, rejuvenate our spirit , and left us with a profound appreciation for the untamed the beauty of Africa wilderness! The memories of our Safari adventure will forever remain tattooed in our heart! ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Achim 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Einzigartige Tierbeobachtungen möglich, direkt von der Lodge aus. Lage direkt an einem Fluss, auch in der Trockenzeit mit Wasserlöchern gefüllt. Essen sehr gut, Personal teilweise unpersönlich. Driver und Tracker für die Gamedrives hervorragend. Unterkunft wird in Teilen renovierungsbedürftig. Ob einem der sehr hohe Preis gerechtfertigt erscheint, muss jeder selbst entscheiden. ##### Achim Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacques 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La tente de luxe était superbe Les games drive quelle aventure formidable, un merci tout spécial à Dennis Le personnel était à l’écoute de nos moindres besoins ##### Jacques Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald 3 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The lodge is well positioned with great facilities and comfortable accommodation. The guides and trackers and knowledgeable and friendly making for the best game drives. ##### Donald Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 15 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellente Chambre confortable. Chaque lodge est a l’écart des autres ce qui donne un sentiment d’être seul. Les prestations sont excellentes. Le personnel au petit soin. Les games drive au top avec le chauffeur et pisteur qui vous accompagne pendant le séjour. Beaucoup d’animaux dont les big 5. Je retournerai dans cet hôtel avec grand plaisir. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean 17 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Simbavati sensation 5 star accommodation, food and wildlife experience. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4BE4140470925496CB02D6AF2B8CAE4525F74E751623925929569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Dean Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paulo 13 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing wild dogs sighting Very nice lodge located on a river bank in the Timbavati Game Reserve with good food and with excellent and talented staff. They could not do anymore to make us feel comfortable and welcome. From the front desk ladies to the waiters and cooks they are all so nice and attentive. The guide (Nichole) and the tracker (Thabo) tried everything to show us some amazing animal sights. The game drives can vary depending on your luck, but the guide and tracker did everything they could to show us some quality sightings such as leopards and hyenas with kill and the high light for me, a pack of more than 30 wild dogs which Nichole chased off road for more than 15min. The information and explanations from the guide were just enough to keep us interested and to let us enjoy the moment. I also liked the fact that the guides use a hear piece to maintain radio contact with the other vehicles. In other lodges you have to be submitted to listen to the constant radio talk. This was a far, far better experience. We definitely recommend this lodge for a fantastic stay and a truly bush experience. Thank you to all and well done for your dedication ##### Paulo Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie, Houston, Texas 11 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The guide and tracker and butker qere excellent. So kind and helpful. The drives were FANTASTIC. Included the Big 5 as well as nuanced things like birds, vegetation, insects and reptiles. Just excellent. , ##### Bonnie Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wunderschöner Platz mit vielen vielen Tieren direkt beim Frühstück und an den lodges, tolles Essen und klasse Personal, alles wie eine Familie, spitzen Safaris mit Leopard, Nashorn, Löwen Elefanten..... ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter, New York 12 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nothing better than being greeted by a herd of elephants and impala as we sat on the veranda sipping a drink and sailing up the sun ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alana 19 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 60th Birthday celebrations What a 60th Birthday bucket list adventure Family from around the globe joined together and we were super spoilt by team at Simbavati ##### Alana Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 15 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Leider war das Lucyszelt In der River Lodge nicht wie auf den Bildern am Fluss , kein Blick . Bei Hitze ueber 40 Grad funktionierte die Klimaanlage nur unzureichend . Außer 2 Ganes drives keinerlei andere Aktivitaeten moeglich . Gebiet um die Lodge bzgl Tieren ziemlich leergefegt , morgens in 3 Stunden 2 x nur 2 Tiersorte gesehen . Zu teuer fuer die Leistung , schade . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Janaina 23 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Decepcionados Buscávamos um safári de alto nível e não tivemos isso. A qualidade dos safáris foi mediana. Fizemos outros em outro lodge e foi imensamente superior (mas o dobro do preço). A ranger era inexperiente e o tracker apático. Na maior parte das vezes, se restringiram a rodar pela reserva e encontrar os animais na sorte. No outro lodge, eles foram totalmente envolvidos e ativos na busca, e os safáris foram emocionantes. Não voltaremos e não recomendamos. A parte isso, o lodge é lindo e a reserva tem uma natureza belíssima. Os animais que vivem por lá são especiais. Vimos os 5 grandes. Também fomos presenteados por uma manada de elefantes que atravessou o rio, bem em frente ao lodge, enquanto tomávamos café da manhã. ##### Janaina Stayed 4 nights in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### carol 17 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort O hotel é muito bom, a equipe é MUITO educada, prestativa são ótimos. Achei só que na hora do safari não conseguimos ver os big 5 e faltou um pouco de foco, senti que rodávamos sempre os mesmos perímetros e não explorávamos muito. ##### carol Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin, toronto 6 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Traveller from Toronto Great with African cuisine dinner, thank you so much to Nicholas, Stefan, Kyle for the game drive. it was a great experience in my life. Nice to try kadu, buffalo meat for dinner. 3 meal plus 4 snack time per day. ##### kevin Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave, Portland, OR 8 Apr 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Truly Loved It We stayed in what are called "tents" but are actually much nicer including a complete bathroom, minibar, a/c, overhead fan, etc. The staff was wonderful, nice small pool, food good. Oh, the animals -- unbelievable. We stayed 4 nights at roughly $515/night, worth every penny, and had a great time on all the drives. Didn't get bored for a second. ##### Dave ### 8/10 Good #### Emma, Perth Australia 24 Oct 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great for safaris A great location beside a river bed, that sadly only carries water during heavy rain. Never the less we still saw many animals walk along the river bed and drink from the water hole in front of the lodge. Internet is intermittent, due to the isolation of the area, but we found that all the lodges we visited had the same problems. Comfortable and very friendly staff. ##### Emma ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maximino, Ciudad de mexico 25 Mar 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastico Muy buena experiencia, ##### Maximino ### 10/10 Excellent #### FelixSnow, USA 7 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel with great staff The staff is always caring. The morning and evening drives were excellent. We've seen all the big fives. The waterhole in front of the property is popular with animals. You can see them during meals and mid-day breaks. Our children love the property and activities. Highly recommended. ##### FelixSnow ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastisch Simbavati river lodge is een fantastische om te verblijven op een super mooie locatie in het timbavati reserve. De service is echt uitstekend en alles wordt voor je geregeld. Door de locatie komen er geregeld dieren bij de lodge langs of drinken wat het nog leuker maakt. Echt een top verblijf ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew, Calgary 25 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing! Truly unforgettable ##### Matthew ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Oct 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### tolle 3 tage Tolle Menschen. Tolle Tiere big5 Super safaris 2x3 stdn am tag.preis dafür angemessen. .tolle buffets. 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