The Camp

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge features just eight private pavilion-style tents, each made up of two separate tent structures, one housing the bedroom and the other housing a bathroom, connected by a pathway. The main areas include a comfortable lounge and dining area for gathering with other guests and recounting the day's animal encounters, and a swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful wooden deck overlooks the bush and offers a midday respite or just a lovely spot to lounge and watch the birds. Sumptuous meals are prepared each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner and served on the deck or in the open-air boma if weather permits.

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Facilities & Amenities

• En suite bathroom
• Shampoo, soap, and lotion
• 220v charging outlets in room -In-room safe
• Central swimming pool
• Wi-Fi in main areas
• Laundry service (extra cost)
• Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)

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Wildlife Viewing & Activities

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which is a wildlife-rich concession of land adjoining the western border of the Kruger National Park. The amalgamation of public and private land in the area forms “The Greater Kruger Park” area. There are no fences between the Timbavati and the Kruger National Park, which allows for the free movement of the animals between the Reserves. Enjoy Big Five wildlife activities in the early morning and late afternoon/evening, taking advantage of the time of day that the animals are naturally most active. Nocturnal creatures, including the big cats, are regular sightings at night. Currently over 40 mammal species are listed as resident in the Timbavati, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant), as well as endangered species including wild dogs and cheetah. There is an abundance of bird life, with a total of 360 species of bird recorded.

Kruger National Park is a quintessential wildlife destination, featuring the Big Five and other big cats and large mammals. The below chart helps to illustrate major wildlife sightings often experienced in the area. Other typical sightings may include warthogs, baboons and a number of other mammals, birds and reptiles. Exact sightings will depend on weather and wildlife movements.

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