Kings Camp

Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kings Camp faces an open savanna plain with a waterhole, which is frequented by a wide variety of wildlife both day and night.

As part of the greater Kruger National Park, which covers an area of 2.2 million hectares, this Timbavati safari lodge is a wildlife haven boasting a diversity of animal life including the Big 5. With 100 km² of bush to traverse, you have plenty of space to explore the endless variety of Africa’s wildlife in an open Land Rover or on foot.

Guests planning a Timbavati safari at Kings Camp can look forward to twice-daily game drives in custom-designed safari vehicles, night drives with a spotlight in search of nocturnal creatures, guided bush walks and specialised bird-watching safaris with expert guides.

The Main Camp consists of six Luxury Suites, one Luxury Family Suite and two Honeymoon Suites which all offer modern amenities and magnificent views of the African Bush. The Luxury Family Suite is made up of two adjacent Luxury Suites joined by an interleading door. The Luxury and Honeymoon Suites each have private plunge pools and comfortable outdoor lounge areas. Dark tones of wood and thatch offset the natural colours of the bushveld. For your comfort and convenience, other room amenities include robes, mosquito repellent, an umbrella and hairdryer. Your suite is also equipped with its own safe and telephone.

The ultimate in safari privacy, Waterbuck Private Camp at Kings Camp, boasts a four-bedroomed villa with its own Land Rover with game ranger and tracker, as well as a villa host and chef to take care of your every need! This completely private camp is situated on the banks of the dry Nhlaralumi river, with great views of the bush affording excellent game viewing opportunities. Accommodation at Waterbuck consists of an opulent, upstairs Master Suite with open plan bathroom and a comfortable viewing lounge; plus, two ground floor Luxury Suites. A detached Luxury Garden Suite completes the accommodation for a maximum of 8 guests – perfect for small groups and families.

At the Main Camp, a thatched viewing lounge overlooks an active waterhole and the informal open plan lounge, bar and coffee lounge are all ideal places where you can simply relax and soak up the tranquillity of the African bush at this Timbavati safari lodge. The dining options include fine dining in the elegant dining room, laid-back lunches on the patio overlooking an active waterhole, vastly popular traditional boma dinners, breakfasts in the bush and private dinners on the veranda of your suite.

Escape to glass and thatch Tsala with magnificent views, or retreat to the comfort of your own suite to enjoy an array of pampering treatments. For guests not wanting to leave their fitness regime at home, they can work out in the well-equipped gym.

The diverse range of luxurious facilities at Kings Camp ensures there’s something for every mood and whim.

About Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

The Timbavati forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park and lies nestled between the Kruger Park to the east, the Klaserie and Umbabat Private Nature Reserves to the north and the Thornybush Private Nature Reserve to the west.

The Timbavati lies within the Savanna Biome of South Africa. This biome covers 32% of the country.  In essence, the savanna is classified as a vegetation type consisting of both a tree and a grass layer, with complex interactions between these two structural layers.

Timbavati Nature Reserve shares a common unfenced border with the Kruger National Park allowing animals free-range and ensuring guests to the area the opportunity to view the greatest diversity of wildlife that Africa has to offer. View the big game from open vehicles, on foot or from the comfort of your room as you experience timeless Africa. Escape from the grind of daily life and succumb to the tranquil wilderness of the Timbavati Nature Reserve in the South African Lowveld. The Timbavati is especially well known for its frequent elephant sightings, as well as leopard and rare African wild dog. It is also home to over 350 bird species, making it a must-see destination for keen bird watchers.