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Ngala Game Lodge - Accommodation in Timbavati Game Reserve in the Limpopo Province, South Africa

Ngala, meaning 'lion' in Shangaan, is the only private safari lodge in the legendary Kruger National Park. Memories of safaris of bygone eras echo through the Ngala Game Lodge in the Timbavati Reserve. Antique-filled interiors, priceless rugs and cut-glass crystal furnish this opulent retreat. The antique furniture in the rooms is of a light wood, while the soft décor is cream and beige at Ngala Game Lodge in the Timbavati Reserve. The living spaces are tastefully decorated with large African artwork. The main spacious, thatched lounge, bar and dining area offer guests an unashamedly old-world, elegant and luxurious haven in the midst of the African bush. A portion of the thatched lounge forms an open deck area, where afternoon tea and breakfast are served.

Price: 6

full breakfast, lunch, dinner and game drives included

20 chalets 1 safari suite

Accommodation at Ngala Game Lodge is in 20 thatched cottages shaded by Mopane Trees, which provide a gracious retreat. All 20 thatched cottages feature air conditioning, intimate verandah and green slate en suite bath and shower for guests Timbavati accommodation. The focal point of each room is the inviting bed. During winter nights, the air-conditioner becomes a heater, turning the cottages into cosy retreats. Bed heaters add a warm feeling of luxury to your Timbavati accommodation. A decanter of sherry in the room is also a welcome touch. Care has been taken to ensure that the lodge design is in harmony with nature. As a result, there is a multitude of birds and small animals in and around ones Timbavati accommodation. The Safari Suite is truly luxurious Timbavati accommodation. This superb suite boasts a spacious mahogany lounge, en suite bathroom, outdoor shower, large deck and private swimming pool. Ngala Game Lodge expansive sundeck of this superior suite, overlooks the Mapone riverbed where private meals are served at the guest's request. This suite is ideal for honeymooners.

Twice-daily game drives. Enjoy Big Five game viewing encounters on interpretive game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles led by expert rangers and Shangaan trackers. Ngala offers both off-road and night game drives affording excellent sightings and photographic opportunities. Discover a host of interesting nocturnal animals on exhilarating, spotlit night game drives. Interpretive bush walks, Explore Ngala’s intriguing fauna and flora on interactive bush walks led by an experienced ranger or expert Shangaan tracker. Guided bush walks bring you face-to-face with wild Africa at its best, allowing fascinating insights into the landscape, animal tracks and a host of interesting birds, reptiles, insects and tiny mammals. Ngala offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities, stargazing and spectacular bush banqueting. Unique children’s activities are offered at Ngala Game Lodge, including special family game-drives (at the discretion of the lodge manager), bush walks, Planet Manager activity books, frog safaris, birding, and children’s meals and menus.