KRUGER PRIVATE RESERVES Shumbalala Game Lodge

Game viewing from the Shumbalala's deck
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Highlights

  • Game viewing

    The Thornybush Reserve always provides for us when we visit on safari. Sightings are regular and of extremely high quality.

  • Honeymooners

    We'd recommend this as an excellent choice for honeymooners as it's a very peaceful and intimate lodge.

  • Privacy

    Private Dinner for two can be arranged in the lodge's underground wine cellar. This is the perfect option if you are celebrating a special occassion!

  • Relax

    Relax on the lodge deck overlooking the watering hole which is frequented by animals.

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General Information

Set in the private Thornybush Game Reserve which borders on the Kruger National Park, in the middle of Big Five country is Shumbalala Game Lodge. Shumbalala Lodge has four Superior thatched suites and a two bed roomed presidential suite.

A safari experience at Shumbalala is shared with an abundance of birds and wildlife as they roam the savannahs and riverine forests. Game drives and walks are accompanied by highly trained and experienced rangers and trackers, ensuring that your African Safari experience is truly memorable.

A typical day will include an early morning up-close game drive followed by breakfast either back at the Main lodge or in the riverbed or bush. The rest of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest and may include additional bush walks with your ranger and tracker.

The afternoon game drive is preceded by high tea, and extends into the evening to view seldom observed nocturnal species and where possible tailored to suit individual guest's preferences and interests. Sundowners and snacks are enjoyed by guests during the game drive at a remote, scenic spot.

Back at the lodge there are large game viewing decks and swimming pools, two lounges, a curio shop and a library in which to relax and rejuvenate between game drives.

Sumptuous cuisine prepared by well trained chefs is enjoyed either on the lodge decks positioned to ensure scenic vistas, or by candlelight in more formal surroundings in the main dining room.

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Our view

Superb intimate lodge located in the Thornybush Private Game Reserve.
  • Excellent accommodation
  • Superb game viewing
  • Stunning wine cellar with great view over the watering hole
  • Perfect for honeymooners
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Price

From ZAR R4,750.00 per person Add to trip planner

Location

Shumbalala is set on the banks of the Monwana River in the 11,000 hectare Thornybush Game Reserve, which is in the Greater Kruger National Park area.

Rooms

Shumbalala Lodge has four Superior thatched suites and a two bed roomed presidential suite, all of which include fireplaces, overhead fans, air-conditioning, 'picture window' bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, private viewing decks and are individually furnished. The two bed roomed 'presidential suite' in addition to the above, also boasts its own dining room, lounge, huge viewing deck and fireside facility.

Activities

Thornybush Game Reserve offers unique exclusive safari experiences in both open Land Rovers, and on foot. This private reserve is home to an abundance of species: 147 mammals including the 'Big Five', 114 reptiles, 507 birds, 49 fish, 34 amphibians and 336 trees. The reserve is predominantly open savannah and with a near perfect year round climate, it is the ideal African safari holiday destination.

Dining

Delightful delicacies are prepared by Shumbalala's expert chef and these can be taken either in the comfort of your private deck or in more formal surroundings in the candle-lit dining room accompanied by a crackling fire in the winter. Open-aired fireside dinners allow guests an opportunity to mingle and share their experiences of the day.

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