Simbambili is a nine-suite lodge in the northern Sabi Sand on the Manyeleti River, run by the Thornybush Collection. Each suite has a plunge pool; the rate includes meals, local drinks and two game drives a day.
Plunge pool in every suite
Local drinks included
Waterhole suites
Spa
Accommodation9 suites with plunge pools, some overlooking a waterhole
OperatorThornybush Collection
Safari styleGuided game drives
Children12 years and up
Traversing areaLodge area not publishedIn the Sabi Sand; the lodge's own traversing area isn't published · source · What's this?
SpaWi-FiPlunge pool
Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Private or plunge pools
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- No children under 12
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
- Exact location not published by our sources
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
9 suites with plunge pools, some overlooking a waterhole. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul – 31 Dec 2026 | 1 Jul 2026 – 31 Dec 2026 | R27,000 | €1,462 |
| 15 Jan – 31 Mar 2027 | 15 Jan 2027 – 31 Mar 2027 | R29,160 | €1,579 |
| 1 Apr – 31 Dec 2027 | 1 Apr 2027 – 31 Dec 2027 | R29,000 | €1,570 |
All inclusive, per person sharing (Safari.com's normal rate; it lists lower offers for Nov–Dec 2026 and parts of 2027). No rate is listed for 1–14 January 2027. Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walksNot included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
Drinks Included
Our source states no levy; confirm with the lodge.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Simbambili Game Lodge (Sabi Sand, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Suite with plunge pool
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Sabi Sand
The Sabi Sand is a group of private reserves governed by the Sabi Sand Wildtuin. It is named after the Sabie River on its southern boundary and the Sand River that flows through it, and it shares an unfenced border with Kruger National Park.
Big FiveLeopardLionElephantRhinoCheetahWild dogBirdlife
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Sabi Sand Game Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Safari Shortlist's general guide for Greater Kruger. Your check-in month is highlighted. See the month guide
Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Exact location not published by our sources. The map shows the reserve.
Nearest scheduled airportSkukuza (SZK)
Straight-line distanceNot published
TransfersAsk the lodge about airstrip transfers.
AccessNorthern Sabi Sand, on the Manyeleti River.
CoordinatesNot published by our sources
ReserveSabi Sand
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenGuests 12 and older.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
WebsiteNot listed by our sources
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
Run this lodge or spotted a mistake? Send a correctionSame operator
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