Walking safaris
Walks last about an hour after breakfast and run when weather allows. Guests must be at least 16, able to walk unaided and able to understand and speak English. Guests over 60 need a medical certificate.
Greater Kruger, South Africa · Private reserve
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: Thabamati · Source ↗
Fully inclusive
4 tents
Luxury Java Safari-Style Tent · Sleeps up to 8 guests
Children 10 and over
By air or road
about 20 km from Hoedspruit airport (HDS)
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
From about A$1,000
per person / night, sharing
Overview
Four safari tents overlook a dam in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, with the Drakensberg Mountains beyond. Thabamati accommodates eight guests and runs on solar power and gas. Each tent has a private deck, a bath and indoor and outdoor showers. Days revolve around morning and afternoon game drives, with a short guided walk after breakfast for eligible guests. Between outings, settle beside the infinity pool or in the shared lounge and library corner. Meals are served at camp, with a sunken boma adding an outdoor dining space.
Your stay
Special offer: 2026: three nights cost ZAR 33,139.80 per person sharing or ZAR 36,708 single; four nights cost ZAR 44,232 per person sharing or ZAR 48,906 single.
Facilities
Rooms
Sleeps up to 8 guests
Activities
Walks last about an hour after breakfast and run when weather allows. Guests must be at least 16, able to walk unaided and able to understand and speak English. Guests over 60 need a medical certificate.
Getting there
Good to know
When to go
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Dry winter conditions; animals gather around larger water sources.
Dry winter conditions; animals gather around larger water sources.
Dry winter conditions; animals gather around larger water sources.
Dry winter conditions; animals gather around larger water sources.
Dry winter conditions; animals gather around larger water sources.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
Summer brings green vegetation, birdlife and young animals.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.