Thornybush Private Game Reserve

A quiet private reserve bordering Kruger National Park, offering authentic Big Five safari experiences

Our carefully curated portfolio of premium lodges and camps are selected to offer guests an authentic safari experience, complete with all the comforts and luxuries of home.

Thornybush Private Game Reserve

Thornybush Private Game Reserve, also known as Thornybush Private Nature Reserve is located adjacent to Kruger Park in South Africa and forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Home to the Big Five and a variety of other African wildlife species, it has a near perfect year round climate, making Thornybush a perfect destination for a family safari.

  • The Thornybush Game Reserve is home to Waterbuck Lodge, a classic South African safari lodge with a waterhole which attracts wildlife.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 630

  • Saseka Tented Camp is the newest lodge at Thornybush, offering a truly unique, luxurious experience in a Big Five nature reserve adjacent to the Kruger

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,700

  • Thornybush Game Lodge was one of the first commercial camps in South Africa and firmly established Thornybush Nature Reserve.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,200

  • Tangala Safari Camp which is located in the heart of the world renowned Thornybush big 5 Game Reserve.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 780

  • Siviti Safari Lodge, previously known as Thornybush River Lodge, is an intimate luxury escape into one of the most sought places in Africa.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,200

  • Simbambili Game Lodge is located in the northern part of the world-famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Park

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,700

  • Shumbalala Game Lodge is nestled in the heart of Thornybush Private Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,200

  • Serondella Game Lodge is within the vast expanse of the Greater Kruger National Park, our 5-star boutique lodge offers an intimate connection with the African wilderness.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,500

  • Royal Malewane in Thornybush Private Game Reserve offers ultra-luxury safari experiences.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 3,300

  • nKaya lodge is a natural thatched lodge with a low ecological footprint in the Thornybush game reserve.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 360

  • The luxurious Monwana Game Lodge is situated within the Thornybush Game Reserve, on the banks of the Monwana River.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 2,600

  • At Little Saseka, guests can enjoy their own private-use safari space within Saseka Tented Camp, located in the Thornybush Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem.

    Starting Price Per Person

    $ 1,750