Adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park, within the famous Thornybush Nature Reserve is the Collection’s largest operation, Thornybush Game Lodge.
Registered by the Tourism authorities as a five star offering, this Lodge is renowned for small groups, bush weddings, milestone birthday celebrations or business indaba’s.
Whilst the size of the Lodge attracts special gatherings, the configuration of the self-contained luxury suites provides for privacy and solitude for couples and smaller groups visiting this special Lodge.
Whether you are a couple looking for an exclusive, romantic, private safari; a family looking to occupy your little ones or a Group with a diverse range of requirements, Thornybush Game Lodge is the place.
Thornybush Game Lodge also hosts a sixty seater conference centre located conveniently two minutes walk from the Lodge Reception areas.
A state of the art newly constructed beauty spa facility tops the agenda for discerning guests visiting this well known Lodge.
Warm African safari evenings under the stars make Thornybush Game Lodge an ideal home away from the world.
The sheer enjoyment of un-spoilt nature, the invigorating air and the open vistas, will leave you relaxed and energized for your return to civilization.
Unrivalled big game viewing is complemented by elegant accommodation and sublime cuisine.
Thornybush Nature Reserve's exclusive private Thornybush Game Lodge provides accommodation consisting of stylish air-conditioned suites, with extensive living areas overlooking the seasonal Monwana River.
There are 18 suites, 2 family suites and accommodation caters for a maximum of 40 people collectively.
From within the sumptuous individual suites, each with full en-suite facilities, outdoor shower and private decks, sweeping vistas over the savannah and ever active water hole can be enjoyed.
Bathrooms boast large glass windows, offering unique game viewing in & past the river bed. Superb attention to detail and highly personalized service make for a memorable stay.
Each Family Suite is larger than the Luxury Suites with lounge area and sleeper couch; that converts to a double bed to accommodate children.
These suites also have a larger private deck, each with its own plunge pool. Maximum capacity 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 years.
Each Luxury Suite has an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor showers and private deck with a view of the seasonal Monwana River course or riverine thicket.
They have been carefully designed and spaced to provide privacy.
After your early morning wakeup call, coffee, tea & rusks are served on the main deck overlooking the riverbed. A sumptuous breakfast is served either back at the camp or in the riverbed or bush. A delicious lunch being served around 13.30h.
Upon returning from afternoon game drive for a gourmet 3 course dinner, either in the boma, bush or lodge - guests can socialise with a cognac, single malt or cigar around the campfire or lounge before returning to bed for another day's adventure.
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Thornybush Game Lodge boasts a fully equipped Amani African Spa that offers a range of unique holistic spa rituals and relaxing massages in the heart of the natural bushveld, with the sounds of water, abundant bird life and soothing background music, allowing all the elements of the treatments to come together as one.
Amani African Spas is an authentically South African Spa brand, which has a distinctive 360º approach to health and wellness.
This is indeed what places Amani Spas apart from other service providers in the country.
Amani’s extensive collection of spas can be found in luxury resorts, city hotels and other sought-after locations around the country.
This multi award-winning spa group has revolutionised traditional spa treatments and taken beauty beyond skin-deep.
Amani's focus is on complimentary health designed and customised for the individual.
Amani African Spa offers some unique therapies and are designed to bring balance to the physical, emotional and mental well-being, as well as preserve and enhance youthfulness.
There is outdoor swimming pool on site.
Thornybush Game Lodge offers unique exclusive Safari experiences in both open Land Cruisers, and on foot.
The private reserve is home to an abundance of species: 147 mammals including the "Big Five", 114 reptiles, 507 birds, 49 fish, 34 amphibians and 336 trees.
The reserve is predominantly open savannah and with a near perfect year round climate, it is the ideal African safari holiday destination.
A TYPICAL DAY The day starts as dawn breaks over the African bushveld. After your early morning wakeup call, coffee, tea & rusks are served on the main deck overlooking the riverbed.
Shortly after, you depart in your open Land Cruiser with your experienced Rangers and Trackers who will share their extensive knowledge of the bush with you.
These drives are undertaken at times best suited for game viewing which vary depending on the season but typically start early morning.
Where applicable you may be invited out of the vehicle to see tracks, examine certain plants and follow spoor.
After an exhilarating hunt for tracks to see what the animals have been up to during the night, and tracking down whatever you find, you will stop somewhere out in the bush for a break of coffee & tea.
In winter, guests are keeped warm on the vehicle with hot water bottles & warm blankets.
After a sumptuous Breakfast is served either back at the camp or in the riverbed or bush, guests are offered walks to suit their interests and fitness levels and are accompanied by an armed ranger and tracker. Walks allow guests a better chance to see some of the smaller creatures of the bush as well as an opportunity to learn more about the flora and fauna of the region & to have a chance to follow tracks in more detail. Shangaan trackers will enthral you with their explanations of the medicinal and other uses of the numerous plants and trees along with tales of traditional folklore. The rest of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest for other activities that we offer, with a delicious lunch being served around 13.30h. The afternoon game drive is preceded by high tea and extends into the evening to view seldom seen nocturnal species by torchlight. Upon returning for a gourmet 3 course dinner, either in the boma, bush or lodge - guests can socialise with a cognac, single malt or cigar around the campfire or lounge before returning to bed for another day's adventure. Where possible, safaris will be tailored to suit individual preferences and interest.
As one of the country's leading private research and breeding facilities, this unique project concerns itself with the breeding and protection of several endangered indigenous wildlife species in Southern Africa.
Game drives, bushwalks, casting tracks, arts and crafts, treasure hunts, interactive sessions with rangers, special boma dinners, kids’ dinners and picnics. For children under 12, babysitting is available.
A fully equipped conference facility.
The curio shop for those special gifts to take home.
Making music together is a proven ancient method of unifying groups, and bringing people together. Tribal dancing with pace and a great variety of moves. Traditionally attired they are fast and furious.
Africa’s big game abounds in the area and each day brings something different, as you explore the endless fascination of Africa’s wildlife in an open, state-of-the-art Land Rover.
One-hour long flight over the scenic, Lowveld section of the Blyde River, 15 km West of Hoedspruit. As the sun rises, the landscape, the vegetation and, if you're lucky, some wildlife will provide photo opportunities.
A delightful tour to the rehabilitation centre for a hand on experience in the rehabilitation of wildlife to the bush. This tour includes Blyde River Canyon, where the escarpment rears 1900m above.
The Eastern Lowveld of South Africa is home to the Shangaan nation. Visit Shangaana or Nyani Cultural Villages to share in the customs and culture of these wonderful and proud people.
The reserve encompasses some 14,000 hectares of pristine wilderness adjacent to the Kruger and is home a rich collection of wildlife, including 48 mammal, 230 bird and 54 reptile species. This includes all the Big Five.
Join a qualified guides on a bush walk. This is a great opportunity to see some of the smaller creatures and plants up close, and also some of the larger wildlife in their own environment.
Imagine exchanging your vows in an African dry river bed at sunset, the bridge being serenaded in by African dancers amidst tribal song.
THORNYBUSH GAME LODGE
Guernsey RoadHoedspruitLimpopo South Africa