Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

Location: Mbali Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380, Bushbuckridge, ZA

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:30 PM - 05:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Amenities & Facilities

• Firepit
• Books
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Free WiFi
• Terrace
• Designated smoking area
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Outdoor furniture
• Free airport transportation
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Pool umbrellas
• Free self parking
• Pool sun loungers
• Game viewing on site
• Safari on site
• Books
• Games
• Firepit
• Couples/private dining
• Eco-friendly toiletries
• Renewable energy source - solar
• Humane animal treatment
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
• Accessible airport shuttle
• No accessible airport shuttle

Rooms Available

• Luxury Tent

  1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

  226-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished balcony/patio with river views

  
  

  Relax - Private plunge pool

  Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

  Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Turndown service and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Day bed, safe, and laptop workspace

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Safety deposit box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Turndown service
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Private plunge pool
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Day bed
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Soap
  • Window screens
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Desk chair

Guest Reviews

• Larisa (10/5): - We had a true African bush experience with many wildlife sightings. It was humbling and relaxing and the staff couldn’t do enough for us. A wonderful team of people.
• Andy (10/5): - Toller Aufenthalt, haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen. Es wird sich um alles gekümmert. Gern wieder
• Roberto (10/5): Vivamente consigliato - Posto eccezionale. Durante i safari abbiamo visto tutti gli animali possibili: elefanti, giraffe, iene, leoni, rinoceronti, zebre, leopardi, bufali, ... miti e da pochissimi metri di distanza. L'hotel è veramente confortevole. Servizio estremamente cortese.
• pamela (10/5): Un sueño hecho realidad!!! - Simbavati Hilltop es un sueño hecho realidad! Las instalaciones y la vista que tienes de todas las cabañas y las áreas comunes es impresionante. Ves hipopótamos todo el tiempo en el río! Las cabañas son increíbles, tiene una cama en el deck que es espectacular. La ducha está afuera y tiene una vista linda. El baño tiene una bañera al lado de la ventana de la que no te quisieras ir nunca. La cama del cuarto tiene calentador eléctrico. La comida, la piscina, el servicio son perfectos. Los safaris increíbles, vimos rinos, elefantes, leopardos, bufalos, jirafas, impalas, wilddogs, kudus y muchos más, también muchas aves preciosas. Gracias por días esos días perfectos Mondray, Leandra, Daniel, Colbert, Derek!!! Fue un sueño estar ahí! Recomendadísimoooooo! Vayan!!!!
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Loved the service staff. Very friendly and helpful. The guide ahd tracker for safari were excellent and very knowledgeable.
• Verified traveler (10/5): The stay was a dream - Thanks Simbavati for an amazing stay! The staff were all so nice. My boyfriend had cheese allergy, so every meal they either made him something separate or tweaked it for him. Food was excellent. We each had a massage and it was reasonably priced. Our tent was #1. Although it didn't have a clear river view, we had elephants visit us multiple times in our front yard. And last night they prepared our room to celebrate our anniversary.
• Mark (8/5): - Lodging and food was excellent. Staff were friendly. Game drives were only OK - I don’t appreciate putting too many people in the game drive vehicle so that some have to sit in the middle and not have good views, especially with the amount of money you pay for this lodge. I know of some other places that limit people to 6 a vehicle so everyone has a window seat. I recommend that Simbavati do the same. Also need to make more of an effort to position vehicle so both sides get views (can’t always be done, I know, but often can when animals are resting).
• Verified traveler (10/5): Great lodge - Staff were super friendly, and knowledgable. We saw many of the animals on safari. Service was excellent. Facilities was very modern and luxurious
• QH (10/5): Amazing Safari Experience - It's our first safari experience. Went into it without expectations, but was left awed not only by the nature and wildlife, but also the people working in this lodge. The whole experience was unforgettable and we will definitely return for another trip in the future.
• Patrick (10/5): Au milieu du bush - Quel plaisir d'être au milieu de la nature, de voir les animaux au pied de votre lodge tout en profitant du comfort de l'endroit, de l'excellente restauration et de la gentillesse du personnel
• Henrik (10/5): Supervistelse - Otroligt bra lodge! Allt är helt super! Vår guide hette Greg och var superbra. Han var huvudguide för lodgen. Kunnig, trevlig och rolig. Collence hans tracker har den bästa syn som jag någonsin råkat på. han såg bättre med bara ögonen än vad alla andra gjorde med kikare. mycket bra mat. Servicen helt otroligt bra. Mycket trevlig pool där man kunde ligga och flyta runt på en flytande fatboy med ett glas vin i handen medans man spanade ut över savannen med. Rekommenderas varmt

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