The Camp

Location: Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger Park, South Africa
Number of Tents: 4 (this is a private camp for up to 8 guests)

Tanda Tula Field Camp is situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, a revered wildlife sanctuary bordering Kruger National Park. The camp is booked on a private basis for two to eight guests, providing a truly exclusive safari experience. The camp is non-permanent and semi-mobile with four classic canvas tents set around a central lounge and mess tent and a central fire pit for evening gatherings. The camp is set up for each safari and taken down afterward, making it one of the most eco-friendly operations in South Africa. Each tent is equipped with campaign-style metal beds, mattresses, fine linens, side tables and luggage racks. Extending off the back of each tent is a private open-air safari shower, which is a large "bucket" with a shower spout and hot water provided on demand, hearkening to a bygone era of exploration. There is an eco-flush toilet, and water is provided as needed for washing.

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Facilities & Amenities

• En suite bathroom with outdoor safari shower and eco-flush toilet
• 220v charging facilities in main area
• Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
• Credit cards accepted (Visa, MasterCard, Diner's, American Express)
• No air conditioning, hair dryer, telephone, Internet or cellular coverage

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Private Camp

Tanda Tula Field Camp is sold exclusively to one private group or family of two to eight guests at one time. The adjacent 12-tent Tanda Tula Camp can be booked for individuals seeking accommodation for fewer guests. Pricing for Tanda Tula Field Camp is based on eight guests sharing. The per person rate for fewer than eight guests will incur a surcharge.

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Wildlife Viewing & Activities

Tanda Tula Field Camp captures the ambience of an early explorer's safari with pitched canvas tents and a focus on walking. Set within a completely exclusive private concession, the camp provides highly attuned trackers and skilled guides who lead bush walks tracking lion, elephant and rhino as well as giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and the occasional cheetah or wild dog—all on foot. Wake early in the morning, enjoy tea, coffee and light snacks before embarking on a 3- to 4-hour walk. Return to camp mid-morning for a hot bucket shower and a sumptuous brunch. A midday siesta allows you to escape the heat while doing some birdwatching or reading a book in camp, keeping watch for wildlife passing through. The afternoon commences with high tea, then embark on a short afternoon game drive, concluding with a sunset drink out in the bush and a twilight wildlife drive back to camp. Because the camp is entirely private,activities may be tailored to your preferences.

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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