See all properties

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

3.0 star property
Riverfront tentalow in Timbavati Game Reserve with safari and outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

Front of property
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
f) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom | 8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
Feel at home
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
The price is $823
includes taxes & fees
$715 per night
Nov 26 - Nov 27

Room options

View all photos for f) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

f) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom | 8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

f) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for b) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

b) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for d) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

d) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for c) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

c) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for h) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

h) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for g) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

g) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for a) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

a) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for e) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

e) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
8 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Similar properties

Sundeck

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
The price is $605
includes taxes & fees
$526 per night
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
1 Jonniesdale Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

  • Greater Kruger National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Andover Nature Reserve - 97 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Orpen Gate - 102 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 114 min drive - 75.1 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 17.1 miles/27.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Surprise Breakfast in the Ngala Bush - ‬109 min drive
  • ‪Gin And Tonic bar & Beyond - ‬106 min drive

About this property

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is a great choice for a stay in Timbavati Game Reserve. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Italian, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 8 cabins

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. Safaris must be booked 30 days in advance of arrival.

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

  • Children (10 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from noon to 7:00 PM*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 1390 (one-way)
  • Resort fee: ZAR 220 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1390 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs ZAR 220 per person, per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
State tax ID - 4130203856
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Shindzela Camp
Shindzela Tented
Shindzela Tented Camp Safari
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Hoedspruit
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Lodge Hoedspruit
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Bushbuckridge
Bushbuckridge Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Lodge
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Lodge Bushbuckridge
Lodge Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Bushbuckridge
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Lodge
Lodge Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Bushbuckridge
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Safari/Tentalow
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Safari/Tentalow Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from noon to 7:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 1390 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the tentalow's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Shindzela Tented Safari Camp have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.
What's the area around Shindzela Tented Safari Camp like?
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Greater Kruger National Park.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Back to nature
Shindzela offers the type of safari experience that is sadly dying out, to be replaced by glitzy, costly options that separate visitors from the real bush. Our guide was excellent; calm & professional even when another group was shrieking and whooping (TIP, wild animals prefer quiet). Our tracker was keen-eyed, polite and focussed. The cooking/cleaning staff clearly took pride in their work. I feel Shindzela is excellent value for money and should form a part of many more travellers' trips. It is intimate and honest but not for people who expect a 5 star spa.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Animals and seclusion
Absolutely amazing place - great safari location
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Bushcamp experience
My wife and I spent 4 nights at Shindzela Tented Bush Camp and were extremely pleased with the experience. From the outset, Carolien was very efficient in providing all requested information before we arrived and the driving directions were faultless. Although having no previous experience of a safari, we chose this because we would be in a small group (8 tents) in a comfortable but basic environment with the focus on learning about the environment and the animals and birds living there. We had 4 morning safari drives, starting at about 5:45 am and 4 evening drives starting at about 3:45pm. Each lasted 3 hours. Andre was our Ranger for the first 6 drives and then Wiann and Raymond (tracker) for the remainder. (We overlapped with another reviewer Alan B). Each Ranger was very knowledgeable and we had a great time in their company. Raymond certainly was a skilled tracker! We were lucky enough to see the Big 5 and multiple times. The encounter with lions and elephants was at very close quarters! Shadrack was the chef de parti and he also showed his comedy side on announcing each meal. The food was wholesome and filling. During the day between drives, we took lunch and relaxed. This trip has been a highlight of our South African tour and is among the best of any of our travel experiences. The Shindzela team have the right balance, we feel, between comforts and being at one with nature. Don’t change anything! (PS Good WiFi signal was a bonus). Thanks, Stuart & Sarah
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

You can't get closer to nature. Great place!
Beautiful place. Friendly well informed staff. The place to go if you want to be close to the bush. In my opinion better than places that cost twice the price. Thumbs up!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Authentic safari experience
We had a fantastic 3 day safari in early January 2012. The staff and the service was excellent! We wanted an authentic safari experience and found it perfectly at shindzela. The half tent / half hut give enough creature comforts while allowing you to feel that you are in the midst of the bush! Everything is kept very clean in this very well organized and maintained camp. The staff provide excellent food and create a very relaxed atmosphere that allowed us to get the most from our safari. Morning and evening safaris were mainly in vehicles but with the staff readily organize walking safaris on foot with a a day or two's notice - something hat is well wealth doing! Our guides were extremely experienced and very knowledgable about the flora & fauna. They have managed to avoid a commercial feel and offered us a chance to really feel we were close to nature. Thank you to Mike, Sam & team - you gave us a wonderful experience.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

trip of a lifetime!
If you want to experience the real Africa, this is the place for you. This was our first trip to Aftrica. The staff make all the difference here. We saw so much in three days and learned so much more, even about the ones we didn't see. The "room" is a tent on a platform with a toilet and hot water showers. The food is outstanding. No electricity, but everything you need. Our travel arrangements from Johannesburg and back were made by the camp and timed perfectly. We thought it was a 'once in a lifetime' trip but we can't wait to go back! The sound of the lions at night, right outside the camp, is not to be missed!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top Class
This is the first time I've bothered to review a hotel but Shindzela is deservign of all the praise it gets. Fantastic experience with great food, safari drives, rangers.... Could not recommend this highly enough.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Gut aber nicht günstig
Vorweg muss man sagen: Wir hatten schlechtes Wetter. 20 Grad, Sturm und etwas Regen erwartet man einfach im Sommer nicht. Auf den Games Drives haben wir z.T. gefroren… Aber wir haben Löwen mit Jungen gesehenen, was absolut toll war, und ein Black Rhino, was wirklich sehr selten ist. Aber ansonsten muss ich sagen, dass wir doch von Timbavati Gebiet etwas enttäuscht waren. Wir hatten uns mehr Tiere versprochen… Und dazu kommt, dass das Essen (für den Preis) doch eher „überschaubar“ war (aber für mich wurde auch extra laktosefrei gekocht!). Die Zelte sind sehr dunkel und nicht wirklich gemütlich… aber das darf man bei Zelten i.d.R. auch nicht erwarten. Die Staff war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit unser Guide und Sam als Tracker waren wirklich klasse und konnte uns viel (neues) über die Natur und die Tiere erzählen. Trotzdem (vielleicht lag es auch am Wetter) waren wir nicht ganz zufrieden – gerade bei dem Preis, der zwar im Vergleich zu anderen Lodges im Timbavati Reserve geringer ist, aber im Vergleich z.B. zu unserem Favorit Tshukudu Bush Camp doch trotzdem deutlich höher liegt. Und natürlich gibt es auch keine Garantie für Tiersichtungen. Vielleicht haben wir einfach Pech gehabt?!
Christian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bien si pas si loin et difficile d'accès
Une horreur pour y arriver! Google map pas à jour qui fait passer pas une route privée que l'on ne peut en fait pas utiliser. Résultat, le camp est à 2h de route de Kruger Orpen gate et non pas 30min! Nous sommes parties de Kruger à 4h30 et nous sommes arrivés à 18h30 au campement après 1h de route de nuit dans le bush à voir des éléphants et des hyènes traverser le chemin de terre sur lequel ns étions. Horrible! Frais supplémentaires à ajouter au prix de la chambre: 140ZAR entrée de la réserve + 400ZAR conservation fees qui n'étaient pas prévu! Mis à part cela, tout était parfait une fois sur place mais il faut réellement arriver avant la nuit.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Muss man erlebt haben.
Unvergleichliche Erlebnisse. Die Tiere, die Atmosphäre, duschen unter freiem Himmel...
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfekt - mitten in der Natur
Perfekte Übernachtung. Immer wieder gerne.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk upplevelse
En safarilodge är mycket mer än bara ett hotell, så min recension och de betyg jag gav utgår ifrån vad jag tycker att man bör förvänta sig av en safarilodge. Detta är inte en av de lyxigaste lodgerna, utan ett "tältläger" där man offrar vissa bekvämligheter för en avslappnad stämning som jag tycker passar mycket bättre på en safari än ett "lyxhotell" (som många av lodgerna försöker vara). Oerhört duktiga och serviceinriktade spårare och guider, god och vällagad mat och en trevlig och avslappnad stämning. En helt underbar safariupplevelse med andra ord! Jag vill dock tillägga att detta var min första safari, så jag har ingenting att jämföra med. Huruvida den här lodgen är bättre eller sämre än någon annan låter jag därför vara osagt.
Verified Hotels.com guest review