Thornybush Game Lodge
Luxury Lodge in the Thornybush Nature Reserve
Location
Thornybush Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger, Limpoopo,
South Africa
The Thornybush Nature Reserve is a private Big Five nature reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa.
DESCRIPTION:
Game Lodge was the first of its kind in the Thornybush Nature Reserve, opening its doors back in 1961. As the original establishment, it put Thornybush on the map and established our reputation for world-class game-viewing.
Now, with a note of sophistication in the design and layout, our thatched main area overlooks a waterhole and riverbed frequently visited by elephants, buffalo and other large game. The classic lower deck flows between the open dining area and a beautiful bar.
Sunbirds, attracted to the many aloes which surround the main deck, are just some of the many small delights you can expect on your stay at Thornybush Game Lodge.
The warm-hearted staff, riverbed setting and legacy of excellence are standout features. Meals, when taken at the lodge, are Ottolenghi-style buffets prepared by Solly, the legendary master bush chef! Bush dinners are a firm favourite with our guests, where you get to enjoy a hearty meal, surrounded by lanterns, candles and the sound of the African wilderness.
Private and stylishly decorated, the Luxury Suites are a joy to spend a night in and difficult to leave. The large windows above the bath and giant sliding doors to the deck offer incredible views of the riverbed and any animals that may be wallowing there.
Each of the 18 Luxury Suites have an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower and have been carefully designed and spaced to provide privacy. The elegant finishes and extremely comfortable beds complete the impressive rooms.
Special SADC CEM Air Fly In Deal
R7,300
per person sharing per night based upon a 4 night stay. Valid 15 January - 15 March 2025
R7,300 ex Jhb
R7,925 ex CPT
per person sharing per night based upon a 4 night stay.
Valid 15 January - 15 March 2025
Minimum 4 night stay
• Accommodation
• Local beverages (soft drinks, house wine, selection of local beers, local spirits)
• Return flights to Hoedspruit from JHB / CPT
• Return shuttle transfers from Hoedspruit airport to the lodge
• All meals and snacks
• Morning / afternoon game drives and walks
• Conservation levies
Standard Rate
R18,000
per person sharing per night for a 4 night fly in package
RATE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation
All meals and hot beverages
Early morning and late afternoon game drives
Local Sundowner Drinks
HIGHLIGHTS:
Thornybush is a 14,000-hectare private nature reserve that shares a fenceless border with the famous Kruger National Park in South Africa. Big 5 encounters are the standout experiences for our guests, with visitors particularly impressed with the lion and leopard sightings. It’s the vast diversity of wildlife, however, that has seen Thornybush emerge as a leading safari destination.
OUR TIPS:
Thornybush Game Lodge, the original Thornybush establishment, has changed and evolved since 1961 to the sophisticated, down-to-each luxury lodge it is today. Warm-hearted staff, expert guides and unobstructed views of the waterhole from the deck are standout features.
