With Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve reachable in 8.5 km, Simbavati Trails Camp offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and a bar. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and slippers. The nearest airport is Ngala Airfield Airport, 34 km from the lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lisa
    South Africa South Africa
    An intimate, off-the-grid camp in the heart of the reserve. Excellent attention to detail and 7-star treatment by the wonderful staff.
  • Valerie
    France France
    We loved the location in the middle of the bush. The amenities and the comfort are outstanding while eco responsible. The staff is absolutely lovely and very careful while being very professional. The food is excellent and changes every day, the...
  • Nadia
    South Africa South Africa
    This was an amazing experience and we would love to do it again! the staff are very friendly and will go out of their way to make you feel safe and be comfortable.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Simbavati Trails Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Simbavati Trails Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:30 to 13:30

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 16 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 65

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club Cash is not accepted Simbavati Trails Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

⁠Comp Transfers:

* Self-drive: Guests to drive to Hilltop Lodge (13h45). You are welcome to arrive earlier, and make use of our swimming pool or other facilities.

* Check-out is prior to 10:00 on the day of departure.

NOTE: Self-drive guests will also have to use this transfer. Please ensure that you will arrive before the scheduled departure time, as unfortunately, we cannot wait for late arrivals. There will be an extra charge for late arrivals. The transfer time is approximately 1 hour 30 mins.

Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees are subject to change. Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly.

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve:

1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night.

A vehicle entrance fee of R300 is only payable at the Timbavati or Klaserie Control Gate.

Please inform Simbavati Trails Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Simbavati Trails Camp

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Simbavati Trails Camp is from 12:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Simbavati Trails Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Simbavati Trails Camp has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Simbavati Trails Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Simbavati Trails Camp include:

    • Tent

  • Simbavati Trails Camp is 10.6 miles from the centre of Timbavati Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.