A safari for all seasons

Thornybush Lodges & Bush Villas

Thornybush & Sabi Sands

Our Luxury Safari Lodges

Our game lodges, tented camps and villas in Thornybush Nature Reserve and the renowned Sabi Sand Nature Reserve offer a distinct African safari experience, combining beautifully designed accommodation with exceptional amenities and personalised service. From elegant thatched suites overlooking waterholes to intimate tented suites along the riverbed, each lodge is rooted in its natural surroundings while delivering comfort, style, and a strong sense of place

Modern meets wild

Thornybush Nature Reserve

Set along the Monwana River in the Thornybush Nature Reserve, Saseka Tented Camp features eight luxury tented suites, each with a private game viewing deck and plunge pool, outdoor shower, and contemporary finishes. A private villa, Little Saseka, is available for families and groups.

Classic Safari Charm

Thornybush Nature Reserve

One of the oldest lodges in the Greater Kruger, Thornybush Game Lodge features 15 luxury suites, each with indoor and outdoor showers, and a private deck overlooking the riverbed and waterhole. A private villa, Kamara House, is available for families and groups.

Refined Bush Escape

Sabi Sand Nature Reserve

Simbambili Game Lodge, set amongst the old Knobthorns and Jackalberries overlooks a busy waterhole. Nine spacious suites each with a private deck and plunge pool. The lodge offers a relaxed, intimate safari stay. 

Private Bush Villas

Our exclusive-use villas

Our exclusive-use private villas are designed for guests seeking the highest level of comfort and privacy in the heart of the bush. They offer a luxury home-away-from-home experience where families and small groups can enjoy a classic safari entirely on their own terms. Each villa features spacious living and dining areas, private pools, expansive viewing decks, and beautifully appointed suites, supported by a dedicated team including a private chef, butler and expert safari guide. 

Little Saseka Private Villa

Thornybush Nature Reserve

Little Saseka offers families and friends the rare luxury of their own private safari retreat. A beautiful living and dining area opens onto an expansive deck, where a private pool overlooks the seasonal Monwana riverbed. This exclusive-use villa, accommodating up to six guests, is crafted for relaxed, effortless bush living.

Kamara House Private Villa

Thornybush Nature Lodge

Overlooking the bush, this 3 bedroom villa, is ideal for multigenerational families or small groups seeking space, privacy, and a shared safari experience. Enjoy bush views, private pool, personal chef, spacious dining and more.

Nkelenga Private Villa

Thornybush Nature Reserve

Set overlooking an active waterhole in Thornybush Nature Reserve, this private tented bush villa will open on the 1stApril 2027.  It is designed for families and small groups seeking privacy, space and uninterrupted connection to the wild. With three Meru-style tented suites and a spacious family tent, the villa accommodates up to eight guests in comfort.

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