Greater Kruger, Limpopo · Africa
The best of Timbavati (2026)
Home of the white lions, unfenced with central Kruger and reached from Hoedspruit or Orpen Gate.
The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies between Hoedspruit and Kruger's Orpen Gate, unfenced with the park. It is known for its rare white lions and for lodges that are a little less expensive than the Sabi Sands. Most guests fly into Hoedspruit (Eastgate) Airport, about an hour's drive away.
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Where to Stay
The 15 Best Safari Lodges With Private Plunge Pools in South Africa (2026)
- #6 Tanda Tula Safari Camp Timbavati
The 10 Best Safari Lodges Near Hoedspruit (2026)
- #9 Tanda Tula Safari Camp Timbavati
- #10 Motswari Private Game Reserve Timbavati and Umbabat
The 12 Best Family-Friendly Safari Lodges in South Africa (2026)
- #5 Simbavati River Lodge Timbavati
- #11 Kings Camp Timbavati
The 10 Best Safari Lodges in Kruger National Park (2026)
- #7 Tanda Tula Safari Camp Timbavati, unfenced with Kruger
Safaris & Game Drives
The 9 Best Walking Safaris in the Greater Kruger (2026)
- #2 Bateleur Safari Camp Timbavati
- #6 Motswari Private Game Reserve Timbavati and Umbabat
Parks & Reserves
The 12 Best Big Five Game Reserves in South Africa (2026)
- #3 Timbavati Nature Reserve Between Hoedspruit and Orpen Gate, Limpopo
The 9 Best Private Game Reserves in Greater Kruger (2026)
- #2 Timbavati Nature Reserve Between Hoedspruit and Orpen Gate, Limpopo
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