Simbavati River Sands

Simbavati River Sands enjoys a unique setting on the banks of the Kruger Park’s Nhlaralumi River in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, and guests can watch elephants drink from the comfort of the dining deck. The villa is warm and welcoming and consists of two bedrooms privately situated, opening onto a beautiful game viewing deck with a riverfront view. The main bedroom is furnished with a king-sized bed, and the second bedroom contains twin beds. The en-suite bathrooms are fitted with a bath and double rain shower. Breakfast and lunch are served daily outside on the wooden deck, set out under age-old Jackalberry and Leadwood trees, combining African and Western cuisine offering exciting new tastes for the more adventurous as well as for the more conventional preferences. A traditional dinner is served around the campfire in an open-air boma, an experience not to be missed. This Villa has a broad appeal, with a traditional safari ambience but with a relaxed contemporary twist in terms of décor. It caters well to couples and honeymooners with a safari spa and a fully equipped fitness centre. One of Simbavati River Sands’ winning charms is the popular waterhole right below the dining deck, much loved by elephants. Between game drives, you could enjoy a game-viewing experience of note just sitting on the deck as wildlife comes and goes from the water.

The Timbavati forms part of the Greater Kruger Park which currently features over 40 mammal species including the Big 5, endangered species such as the wild dog and cheetah and 360 species of bird life. The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve was initiated in 1956 by a group of landowners concerned about the degradation of this once pristine wilderness area. Timbavati is dedicated to conservation by maintaining the biodiversity of species and is also involved in different research projects.

* Game viewing * Bird watching * Morning and late afternoon or evening game drives * Campfire dining * Stargazing