Shumbalala Game Lodge
Full Details
At a Glance
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Big 5 experience
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Luxury accommodation
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Traditional boma dining
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Outdoor showers
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Presidential Suite with private plunge pool
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Views over the Monwana river bed
The 14 000 hectare of pristine African wilderness which is home to the Thornybush Private Nature Reserve is in the Northern part of the Sabi Sand and forms part of the Greater Kruger Park.
Thornybush enjoys some of the best game viewing on offer with spectacular ‘Big 5’ sightings plus the elusive cheetah and wild dog make this a ‘Super Seven’ destination.
Rooms
Thornybush Shumbalala Presendential Suite Interior
Thornybush Shumbalala Presendential Suite pool and deck
Thornybush Shumbalala Suite Bathroom
Thornybush Shumbalala Presendential Suite Interior
Each of the suites enjoy king size beds, fireplaces, private viewing decks looking out along the Monwana riverbed. The en-suite bathrooms have picture windows and in and out showers.
The presidential suite boasts a dining room and lounge area, however the true highlight is the ‘James Bond’ styled motorized deck pool that reveals itself from beneath the deck with a touch of a button.
Facilities
Facilities at Shumbalala include a wine cellar with views of the river making it an ideal place for romantic dining. Shumbalala also accommodated private dining, and al fresco fireside dining.
Thornybush Shumbalala Foyer
Camp fire at Thornybush Shumbalala
Thornybush Shumbalala Lodge Pool
Thornybush Shumbalala Foyer
Activities
Shumbalala Game Drive Elephant sighting in Thornybush
Shumbalala Game Drive Drinks Stop in Thornybush
Shumbalala Bush walk in Thornybush
Shumbalala Game Drive Elephant sighting in Thornybush
Twice daily game drive in open Land Cruisers with highly professional rangers and Shangaan trackers, both of which enjoy sharing their knowledge and experiences of the African bush.
After a scrumptious breakfast you are welcome to join your ranger on an insightful bush walk where he will take you on a journey of discovery explaining in greater detail the medical uses of various plants and tree along the importance of the smaller creatures, like the dung beetles, termites and even the mosquitoes have to the ecosystem. You will go away with a much greater respect for these tiny creatures that share our planet.
Gallery
Shumbalala Lodge Presidential Suite, Thornybush Game Reserve
Shumbalala Lodge Bathroom, Thornybush Game Reserve
Leopard, Thornybush Game Reserve
Shumbalala Lodge Presidential Suite, Thornybush Game Reserve
Facts
No. Rooms
5
Children
Presidential Suite only
Childminding
Yes
Twin Beds
Available
Triples
No
Private Pool
Presidential Suite only
Lodge Pool
Yes
Air-Conditioning
Yes
Room Fan
Yes
Indoor Shower
Yes
Outdoor Shower
Yes
Bath
Yes
In-Room Safe
Yes
In-Room Fireplace
Presidential Suite only
In-Room TV
No
In-Room Massage
No
Spa
No
What's included:
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Accommodation
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All meals, local drinks, teas, coffees; snacks
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Dawn and dusk safaris in open land rovers and bushveld walks
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Sundowner local drinks on game drive
Gym Equipment
No
Personal Bar
Yes
Telephone
Yes
Hairdryer
Yes
Laundry
At additional cost
Check In / Check Out
14h00 / 10h00
Wheelchair Access
No
Power
220v AC
Internet Access
At additional cost
Credit Cards
Visa, Mastercard
Malaria Area
Yes
Airstrip
Yes
Sleep Out Platform
No
Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
No
Land Based Activities
Game Drives, Bush Walks
Water Based Activities
N/a
Optional Activities
N/a
What's not included:
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Bar tabs
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Curio, telephone and laundry expenses
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Conservation Fee TOMSA Levy
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Babysitting facilities
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Gate fee at Sabi Sands Reserve (per vehicle/per person)