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Is the Simbavati River Lodge for Me?
Set along the banks of the Nhlaralumi River, Simbavati River Lodge enjoys a peaceful location within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. A medium-sized lodge with a relaxed safari feel, it blends classic bush character with comfortable contemporary styling. Accommodation includes luxury safari tents and two-bedroom family chalets, all with private decks and some with plunge pools.
Between game drives, your safari continues on the main deck, where animals—including regular herds of elephants—frequent the floodlit waterhole below. The atmosphere is warm and sociable, with a boma for open-air dining and a pool for cooling off in the heat. A safari spa and well-equipped gym are also available for those seeking a little indulgence or activity during the quieter hours.
For families, the Cubs Club Discovery Centre offers enriching experiences for younger travellers, while the lodge’s layout and variety of room types make it equally suited to couples or small groups. Daily activities include morning and evening game drives with the opportunity to see the Big Five and more elusive species like wild dogs.
Simbavati River Lodge invites you to unwind in a scenic, wildlife-rich setting that caters as comfortably to first-time safari-goers as it does to seasoned nature lovers, families and couples alike.
