About
An exclusive and luxurious safari haven on a bend of the Sand River
Situated in a perfect position on the banks of the Sand River, with sweeping river views from every vantage point, lies Tengile River Lodge. Meaning ‘tranquil’ in the local language, the lodge certainly has an advantage over all others in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
The Sabi Sand Game Reserve benefits from a great diversity of wildlife including, the Big Five as it neighbours and shares a 50 km (31mi) unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park. World-renowned for its prolific leopard sightings, strict vehicle limits at sightings ensure the exclusivity of an up-close game viewing experience with game drives traversing an area of 10,500 hectares (26,000 acres).
This magnificent lodge features nine enormous, air-conditioned, secluded suites, dotted in the dappled shade of the bushveld, each with panoramic river views. In addition to a master bedroom, bathroom and outdoor shower, there is a lounge, dining area, fully-stocked bar, coffee station and outdoor seating and dining area that guaranteed to take your breath away. A private lap pool on your spacious private deck comes complete with sunken outdoor lounge looking out onto the famed Sand River. For families, two of the lodge’s suites are joined by a covered walkway to create a family suite.
The lodge’s guest area offers a mixed selection of open, interactive and private places. The viewing deck is an incredible highlight and the library is a fascinating treasury of curated objects and interesting books. Bespoke furniture, lights and unique décor pieces have been created from skilled local artists and striking fabrics have been masterfully hand-painted. A massage and gym area offers guests a space of well-being and tranquillity and a Safari Shop is stocked with beautiful handcrafted items.
Choose from a variety of exciting activities such as twice-daily game drives and evening safaris, interpretive bush and nature walks, photography lessons, birdwatching, star gazing, private and photographic safaris.
- OPEN: June to October, December to March
- CLOSED: April, May and November
- CLOSEST AIRSTRIP (NORTH): Kogatende, 45-min drive from camp
- CLOSEST AIRSTRIP (SOUTH): Ndutu, a 20-min drive from camp
- FAMILIES: Children aged 5 and older
ACCOMMODATION & AMENITIES
ALL NINE SUITES ARE OVER 200 square metres (2 150 square feet), AND INCLUDE AN INDOOR AND OUTDOOR LOUNGE
2 REGULAR SUITES CONNECTED VIA A SAFE INTERLEADING PASSAGE, IDEAL FOR FAMILIES. CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND OLDER ARE WELCOME.
ALL SUITES FEATURE A REFRESHING ALFRESCO SHOWER AS WELL AS AN INDOOR SHOWER
PRIVATE RIM-FLOW LAP POOLS IN EACH SUITE WITH MAGNIFICENT VIEWS
A LARGE SELECTION OF ALCOHOLIC AND NON-ALCOHOLIC REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE IN EACH SUITE
COMPLIMENTARY LAUNDRY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE SHOULD YOU NEED IT
- LARGE LUXURIOUS SUITES
- SAFARI GAME DRIVES
- BUSH WALKING ADVENTURES
- EXCEPTIONAL GAME VIEWING
- COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES
Your Questions Answered
The most prestigious game park in South Africa, the Sabi Sand Game Reserve is renowned for some of the best Big Five game viewing in the country.
South Africa is perhaps the most versatile of all the African destinations, offering a wide variety of activities and landscapes to visitors.
With no wrong time to go; your timing will depend largely on what you want to experience
A number of international airlines fly directly to South Africa’s major cities and a good network of domestic airlines makes it easy to reach even the smaller towns, while scheduled charter flights can take you directly into most private reserves. South Africa also has an excellent road network and a road trip is an ideal way to explore.
Casual, comfortable clothing, binoculars, and your sense of adventure are essential for your safari. For everything else, a substantial list listed here should cover most, if not everything.
Rates & Seasonality*
* Special offers may apply
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* Rates are correct at the time of publishing and subject to change