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Simbambili Game Lodge

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, South Africa  - Part of the Thornybush collection

Simbambili Game Lodge

Part of the Thornybush collection
PROPERTY FACILITIES

Pool

Gym

Spa

Wi-Fi

Boma

Library

AVAILABLE SERVICES

Laundry Service

Private Vehicle (At additional cost)

Airstrip Transfer

COMFORT LEVEL/PRICE RANGE
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Luxury
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Is the Simbambili Game Lodge for Me?

Set amidst old Knobthorn trees in the northern reaches of Sabi Sand Reserve, Simbambili Game Lodge in South Africa delivers an exceptional Sabi Sands luxury safari. This retreat beautifully positions you for an authentic escape, immersing you in a vibrant, natural landscape filled with thrilling wildlife encounters. Explore an unspoilt wilderness celebrated for its prolific leopard sightings and rich biodiversity.

Thornybush Simbambili Lodge features just nine thatched suites where you can unwind, including the secluded Simbambili Waterhole Suite and Honeymoon Suite, which boast expansive lounging areas and direct views of wandering wildlife. Each suite provides a personal viewing deck, a soothing free-standing bath, a shaded sala daybed, and a private plunge pool.

Between game drives, you can relax at the wellness centre or maintain your routine in the gym. The main communal area of Simbambili Lodge overlooks an active waterhole, allowing you to watch wandering herds from the comfort of the sunken lounge.

Visitors frequently choose this retreat when looking for a Sabi Sands honeymoon safari lodge or luxury lodges in Sabi Sands, as the remote suite placements create a deeply intimate atmosphere. With its serene setting and secluded spaces, it serves as an ideal destination for a couples safari in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

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Activities offered by Simbambili Game Lodge

Activities on site

Game Drives

Walking Safaris

Bird Watching

Activities off site

Cultural Tour

Cultural Experience

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