Siviti Timbavati Plains

Private and personalised, all-encompassing bushveld retreat

The fantastic intimacy of a small lodge makes for an authentic and immersive time in the bush. Siviti's staff go out of their way to make sure your every comfort is attended to.

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About Siviti Timbavati Plains

Amid the secluded 14000-hectare Thornybush Private Nature Reserve, Siviti offers serenity and exclusivity wrapped in a unique, five star package. Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Thornybush Reserve boasts diverse fauna and flora, with exceptional Big Five game viewing to boot. In a picturesque location overlooking the seasonal Monwana River, the lodge is small and elegant, and the focus is on your contentment; a perfect spot for family and friends to enjoy a private and luxurious safari.

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From $810 person/night

Lodge

4 Rooms

Thornybush, Thornybush, Kruger, South Africa

Highlights

On the deck is a small fire-pit for nights spent stargazing and watching out for nocturnal visitors.

Breakfast in the bush after an invigorating morning's game drive is the perfect way to start the day.

Take a guided bush walk and follow the tracks of the smaller mammals of the area with one of the well-trained Shangaan trackers, tailored to suit your individual fitness levels.

The property

More a romantic bush home than a lodge, the main area has a spacious open-planned lounge, dining area and kitchen, where meals are prepared by your private chef. A washed, pastel colour pallet accentuates the rustic décor and tasteful modern furnishings. Huge fold-away doors blend the indoors seamlessly with the outdoors, and an outside lounge mirrors the comforts of inside, with a viewing deck and a rim-flow pool overlooking the river. The overall feel is one of elegant, sumptuous style without compromising on comfort.

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The rooms

There are just four thatched, freestanding suites, designed with effortlessly simple 'African chic' décor and a very high standard of comfort and luxury. Huge, fold-away french doors open onto a private deck with a plunge pool and outdoor shower - that is, if you can tear yourself away from the romantic slipper baths, which have exceptional views through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The feel is indulgent, with wonderfully comfortable beds, mosquito nets and air-conditioning.

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One more thing...

Feel like a new perspective? Hop in a helicopter for aerial views of the Blyde River Canyon and the aptly named God's Window.

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Activities

Cultural

Game Drives

Bush Walks

Walking safari

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Twice-daily game drives in open-sided Land Rovers will get you close to the abundant wildlife that the area has to offer. There are over 147 mammals, including the Big Five, as well as 507 bird species (not to mention the plethora of tiny insects, amphibians and other tiny creatures that make the ecosystem special!) You can do balloon trips, interactive drumming sessions, a panorama tour of the area or visit the nearby cheetah project. There's also a fully equipped spa for those needing a muscle rub after a long day's game drive.

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About Thornybush

Thornybush

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