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A wooden deck with a thatched roof, furnished with a sofa, a coffee table, and a plant.

A cozy loft-style living room with a staircase, wooden beams, and a TV.

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are potted plants and a deer statue.

A cozy seating area with a brick wall, a cushioned chair with a zebra pillow, and a small table with a glass vase.

1. Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

Amy

AU$296

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a framed picture of a zebra.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a mirror.

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and natural light.

A spacious room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a dining area. There are framed pictures on the walls and a window with curtains.

2. Monwana

Hoedspruit

Anonymous traveller

AU$6,777

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A thatched-roof building with a staircase leading to a wooden deck.

A pool area with a wooden deck, a potted plant, and a view of elephants in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a glass cabinet.

A room with two beds, a sitting area, and a bathroom.

3. Tangala Safari Camp

Hoedspruit

AU$1,092

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a pool and natural landscape.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows overlooking a forest.

A wooden bridge leading to an outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and string lights.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a deck, a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a kitchen in the background.

4. Serondella Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

AU$3,803

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A tented accommodation with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a dining area with a table set for four, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by a wooden deck and a railing.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Phelwana Game Lodge

Hoedspruit

Carolyn

AU$697

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a vanity, and a window with a view of trees.

A bungalow-style hotel with thatched roofs, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious living area with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a dining area with a white tablecloth.

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture and potted plants, surrounded by a cobblestone path.

6. Thornhill Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Janaina

AU$359

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A wooden deck leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and a restaurant.

A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of trees.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a glass door leading outside, and wooden furniture on a balcony.

A treehouse with a wooden deck and a large window.

7. Panzi Lodge

Hoedspruit

"The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Nixon the lodge manager assisted us in taking our luggage to the room. All of the lodges are connected by a wooden walkway in the bush. The rooms were very nice and recently renovated. There is a great viewing deck where you can view the wild life. We saw 6 giraffes and several impalas the morning we were checking out which was exciting!! I would definitely recommend the Panzi Lodge to others! "

G Todd

AU$258

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone walls, two cushioned chairs, a small table, and a basket of towels.

A modern pavilion with a wooden roof, surrounded by natural vegetation and a stone wall.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, a fireplace, and a comfortable seating area.

8. Kapama Southern Camp

Hoedspruit

AU$2,404

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A stone wall with a wooden fence, a yellow towel, and a tiger mural.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden headboard, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

9. Little Africa Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Lonnie

AU$1,148

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and a sunset view.

A home gym with exercise equipment and a small swimming pool.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

A house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

10. Kubu Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Grant

AU$263

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden pergola with hanging lights.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a thatched roof.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a thatched roof, and a brick counter.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a large window, a bathtub, and a cowhide rug.

11. Kubu Bush Lodge

Hoedspruit

AU$436

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wooden deck with a covered seating area and a bed under a roof.

A room with two beds, each with white linens and grey pillows, and a wooden headboard. There are two lamps on each bed.

A room with a coffee station, framed artwork, and a vase with red flowers.

A poolside table with a bottle, glasses, and a fruit platter.

12. Camp Bethel

Hoedspruit

Stanford

AU$215

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern villa with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A circular outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, a bar area, and a seating area with sofas and a fireplace.

13. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

Hoedspruit

Noirin

AU$302

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, leather armchairs, a blue sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by trees and a brick pathway.

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a pool in the background.

A room with a reclining chair, a small cabinet, and a large wall mural of a forest stream.

14. Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa

Hoedspruit

Emil

AU$304

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious living area with a large tree, a wooden table, and a sofa. There are hanging lights and a bookshelf in the background.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a stone wall.

A spacious room with a high ceiling and exposed wooden beams, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.

15. Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp

Bushbuckridge

Cheryl

AU$2,032

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a large vase.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bedside table, a floor lamp, a chair, and a bookshelf.

A dimly lit room with wooden floors, a table with bottles, and a lamp on a side table.

16. Ngama Tented Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Julie

AU$386

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of greenery.

A fenced outdoor area with a paved walkway leading to a covered structure.

A store interior with shelves stocked with snacks, a hat display, and a counter with a computer and cash register.

A building with a green lawn, trees, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

17. Sleepover Orpen Gate

Bushbuckridge

Benedict Mkansi

AU$122

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lounge area with a high wooden ceiling, a central fireplace, and comfortable seating arrangements.

A building with a stone facade, a set of stairs leading to an entrance, and a tree in the foreground.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and a central island with a statue.

A spacious living area with a high thatched ceiling, a large wooden tree trunk, and a view of a swimming pool.

18. Kapama River Lodge

Hoedspruit

Julien

AU$2,386

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A poolside setting with a lantern, a bottle, and a bowl of fruit.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wicker furniture, and a dining area visible through glass doors.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a hanging light fixture, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and towel rack.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wicker chairs. There is a potted plant on the coffee table.

19. Rhino's Rest Private Luxury Villa

Hoedspruit

"Our family spent 4 nights at Rhino's Rest Villa, and it was, without a doubt, one of the most special experiences we have ever had. We would like to congratulate the entire team for the warmth, professionalism, and excellence in every detail. The accommodations are impeccable — extremely clean, comfortable, and beautifully cared for. The food was simply wonderful, with special care taken to prepare delicious meals for the children as well. What truly made this experience unforgettable was the...

Rafael

AU$3,363

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

20. Aerotel Hoedspruit

Hoedspruit

AU$235

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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Top Thornybush Game Reserve Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Thornybush Game Reserve

Simbavati River Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our 3 nights stay! The whole staff was very friendly and present when needed. We loved our drives with Sarah and Joseph, their knowledge, patience and enthusiasm made the drives extra special. They made great effort to see the animals we wanted to see on each drives. We saw the big 5 from really close, multiple times! We loved the terrace in our lodge facing the river, during breaks we would watch elephants, waterbuck and hippos cross the river. The food was diverse and very good. Ralph made sure we had everything we needed and was so welcoming."

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

10/10 Excellent

"Super accueil ambiance familiale et chaleureuse. Personnel courtois et avenant. Expérience exceptionnelle! Nous avons vu plusieurs animaux grâce à notre guide. Nourriture exceptionnelle! Site sublime en nature."

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

10/10 Excellent

"Superbe endroit! La nourriture est excellente. Nous avons eu la chance de voir pleins d’animaux dont 2 rhinocéros blancs. Le personnel est sympathique et toujours prête à nous aider. Nous recommandons vivement!"

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with stunning rooms and real sense of luxury. The pool and grounds are so tranquil and calm and everything is immaculate The staff are attentive and professional and the setting is beautiful with giraffe and zebra roaming around - so lovely. The restaurant is gorgeous. The only tiny bit of feedback is that the restaurant staff got things a bit confused for us and forgot some of the food and got the courses mixed up so the children got their main courses while the adults were served the starter so then had to wait ages for their pudding while we had the rest of the meal, and the side orders of vegetables never materialised but overall we had a wonderful stay "

Thornybush Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The cherry on top of the cake was the leopard resting in the tree after he ate it's prey!!! Magnificent!!! Once in a lifetime experience!!! The lodge fantastic!! The game drives superb, service top! What else can I say, all fabulous!!"

Waterbuck Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful place! Great service. Good food. The ranger and game drives were a blast. Highly recommend. "

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent

"unreal"

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great trips. Great lodging. Good to great food. Great guides who try hard to make sure guests see wildlife."

Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This place is absolutely stunning and much larger than I expected it to be. There are 3 large viewing decks so seeing animals at all hours of the day is easy. The staff are so friendly and surprised the guests with a dance and song after a boma dinner. Food also was amazing. "

More cheap accommodation in Thornybush Game Reserve

Nyamankulu Guest Lodge

228KU Mambumbu, Thulamahashe Dingleydale Mpumalanga

AU$59

19 Nov - 20 Nov

includes taxes & fees

4/10 (1 review)

Mist of Gold

112 Giraffe Street Hoedspruit Limpopo

AU$68

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (16 reviews)

Offbeat Safaris

Brussels Ext 4, Off R36 Hoedspruit Limpopo

AU$135

23 Oct - 24 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (2 reviews)

Wild Dog Guest Lodge

352 Kierrieklapper Road Hoedspruit Limpopo

AU$170

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Wild Olive Tree Camp

Orpen Road Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga

AU$260

26 Oct - 27 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)

Asuite-Dream

244 Rotsvy Street Hoedspruit Limpopo

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8/10 Very good! (2 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Thornybush Game Reserve?

The best area to stay in Thornybush Game Reserve is within one of the private lodges inside the reserve itself.Staying within the reserve offers the most convenient and exclusive access to wildlife. The lodges are typically spread out, each with its own designated traversing area for game drives, meaning you're not competing with crowds for animal sightings. You'll find yourself surrounded by the natural bush, with animals often visiting the lodge grounds.For couples seeking a romantic and secluded experience, many lodges offer private suites with plunge pools and outdoor showers, providing an intimate connection with the surroundings. The focus is on personalised service, gourmet dining, and expert-led game drives, ensuring a memorable and luxurious safari.Families will also find lodges within Thornybush that cater to their needs. Some lodges offer family suites or villas, and many provide dedicated children's programmes or activities designed to engage younger travellers in the safari experience.

When is the best time to go to Thornybush Game Reserve?

The best time to go to Thornybush Game Reserve for optimal wildlife viewing is during the dry season, which runs from May to October.During these months, the vegetation is sparse, and animals congregate around waterholes and rivers, making them easier to spot. The weather is also generally cooler and drier, with clear skies, which is more comfortable for game drives and other outdoor activities. This period is particularly good for those keen on seeing a wide variety of animals without dense foliage obscuring views.For travellers looking for a more lush landscape and excellent birdwatching opportunities, the wet season, from November to April, can be appealing. While wildlife spotting might require a bit more patience due to thicker vegetation, the reserve is incredibly green, and many migratory bird species are present.

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Our top choices for Thornybush Game Reserve hotels

1. Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

2. Monwana

3. Tangala Safari Camp

4. Serondella Safari Lodge

5. Phelwana Game Lodge

6. Thornhill Safari Lodge

7. Panzi Lodge

8. Kapama Southern Camp

9. Little Africa Safari Lodge

10. Kubu Safari Lodge

11. Kubu Bush Lodge

12. Camp Bethel

13. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

14. Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa

15. Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp

16. Ngama Tented Safari Lodge

17. Sleepover Orpen Gate

18. Kapama River Lodge

19. Rhino's Rest Private Luxury Villa

20. Aerotel Hoedspruit

Learn more about Thornybush Game Reserve

Top Thornybush Game Reserve Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Thornybush Game Reserve

Simbavati River Lodge

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Thornybush Game Lodge

Waterbuck Game Lodge

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Thornybush Game Reserve

Nyamankulu Guest Lodge

Mist of Gold

Offbeat Safaris

Wild Dog Guest Lodge

Wild Olive Tree Camp

Asuite-Dream

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