Tamboti Tented Camp
Tamboti is a SANParks satellite camp of Orpen: safari tents raised on decks along the usually dry Timbavati riverbed. It is self-catering, and several tents are adapted for wheelchair users.
Very low cost
Tents on the riverbed
Wheelchair-accessible tents
Near Orpen Gate
AccommodationSafari tents on stilts along the Timbavati riverbed, some wheelchair-accessible
OperatorSANParks
Safari styleSelf-drive in your own car
ChildrenAll ages
Traversing areaKruger's public roadsPublic roads across Kruger; vehicles must stay on designated roads · source · What's this?
Strengths
- Self-drive at your own pace, at a low cost
Things to consider
- Meals, drinks and guided drives are not included
- Park conservation fees on top: €225 for your group
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
Safari tents on stilts along the Timbavati riverbed, some wheelchair-accessible. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safari tent for 2, from | 1 Jan – 31 Dec | R391.5 | €21 |
From R783 per safari tent per night for two; larger luxury tents from R1,793. Self-catering. Kruger conservation fees are extra. 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≈ R600 pp / night (estimate)
Guided game drivesSelf-drive
Guided walksNot included
Conservation levyR692 pp / night
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
DrinksNot included
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Current SANParks priceThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Tamboti Tented Camp (Kruger National Park, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Safari tent (2 beds)
The lodge's booking page doesn't accept dates in a link, so clicking it copies your trip details above, ready to paste into the enquiry form. Prices there can differ from the published rates shown here.
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park is run by South African National Parks (SANParks). You can drive yourself on public roads and stay in SANParks rest camps, or book a lodge on a private concession inside the park.
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoCheetahWild dogBirdlife
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: SANParks). 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
Nearest scheduled airportHoedspruit Eastgate (HDS)
Straight-line distance≈ 37 km
TransfersCheck in at Orpen Rest Camp, a few kilometres away.
AccessNear Orpen Gate in central Kruger; reception is at Orpen Rest Camp.
Coordinates-24.4542, 31.4057
ReserveKruger National Park
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenAll ages welcome.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
Websitesanparks.org/parks/kruger
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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