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Simbavati River Lodge

Kruger National Park, South Africa
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Cairns, Queensland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

We spent 4 nights at this wonderful lodge, staying in a family room (only two of us) which gave us a room each. From the moment we arrived we felt like we were visiting old friends, not strangers arriving at an anonymous hotel. The service was warm, friendly but not intrusive; meals were tasty and abundant; rooms were spotless and... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

Hi Michele C Thank you so much for the amazing review. It is getting feedback like this that our team strives for and it is great to know that we are all doing a fabulous job. We are glad to hear that you also got to see the Big 5. It is an amazing and unique experience. We look forward... More

Keswick, Ontario
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

The best part of our South African adventure was spent with Christof and Daniel. Thank you so much! A fabulous trip that I hope to take again. Being able to be up close and personal to these amazing animals was truly awe inspiring..

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Simbavati, Online Maketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

Dear Susan L We are so glad to hear that Christof and Daniel were part of making amazing memories of your trip to South Africa. Please come back and visit soon! Kind regards, Nadine More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

The game drives were amazing and we saw wonderful animals (thanks to Christof and Daniel), but we were sadly ill-equipped for the low temperatures on the early morning game drives, however the Lodge helped us out with blankets and hot water bottles, and couldn't have been more helpful and attentive. The electric blankets on the beds were magic, and the... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

Dear TripAdvisor Member Thank you for the review. We are glad to hear that we were able to keep you warm :) and that you got to see the amazing animals. We hope you can come back in summer as the game rides are just as much fun and the pool is divine. Keep well, kind regards, Nadine More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

My girlfriend and I spent 4 nights in one of the luxury tents and had a fantastic time. The food and service was first class, the accommodations were comfortable and clean, there was free wifi in the common area which luckily reached our room as well, and most importantly the game drives were professional and successful. We saw the big... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

Hi Guy E We are thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that you would come back in a heart beat! Thank you for your awesome feedback we really appreciate it. Don't wait to long, come back and visit us soon!!! Kind regards, Nadine More

Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We have waited years to do this and it exceeded all expectations. The safari tents were so luxurious and so close to the river and the wild animals walked right past every day we were there. Our safaris again exceeded expectations. Who would have thought you could be so very very close to totally wild elephants, a tiger and lions.... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Hi Jan D Thank you for your great review. We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to exceed all your expectations. We hope that because of your great experience that you will come back and visit the lodge again. Kind regards, Nadine More

Belvidere, Illinois, Usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

The lodge and staff were wonderful! The "tents" were very comfortable and better than a lot of hotel rooms. Food was excellent. Amazed we could get reliable wireless internet even in the middle of the bush. Went on 4 safaris and all were terrific. Highly recommend the lodge!

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Hi Joan O Thank you for your great review and for recommending us. We hope that you can come back to visit the lodge if ever you are thinking of doing another African safari. Kind regards, Nadine More

Lund
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Thank you all at Simbavati for making our stay unforgettable! Everything was fantastic, staff, food, service, safaris, location and the view of the river from the lodge is amazing. We stayed in one of your luxury tents and it was so nice the way you had decorated the bed with hearts, flowers and the words "Happy Anniversary". And the candle... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Hi Lucia F Thank you for your great review. We value your feedback and we will pass on your message with regards to the game drives to make the field guides aware of this. We are so happy that you enjoyed your romantic dinner surprise. We are glad that we could be part of creating a memory that will remind... More

Geneva, Switzerland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We stayed at Simbavati River Lodge for 5 days from the 21st April and it was fantastic. The staff were lovely, very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We were taken on bush drives in open Land Rovers each dawn and late afternoon by Diff and Caswell - an amazing guide & tracker who made sure we saw as... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Hi Christine N We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful vacation. We are also happy that your husband convinced you that the tents are great so that you could have a unique and safe African safari experience :) Thank you for your review and for the stunning comments, the staff will be happy to hear that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

I stayed at Simbavati for 2 nights in April and enjoyed it a lot ! The accommodation is very comfortable and "african style" - apart from 3 Chalets (good for families), its in "luxury tents" that stand on a raised platform. The "tents" are very nice and spacious, with air-con, a minibar, a comfortable bed and a large bathroom. Some... More

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Simbavati, Online Marketing Manager at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Dear Nathalieyes Thank you for your review, it is greatly appreciated. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and that you got to experience our outside showers :) Something different to make your stay memorable. We hope to see you soon. Kind regards, Nadine More

Ostend, Belgium
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Warm welcome at the reception, good information. Very flexibel staff and quick reespnse. The first night we didn't sleep well because the hyena's were having a party. That's live outdoors in the Kruger area.

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Simbavati, Online Marketing at Simbavati River Lodge, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Hi Daniel D Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it. Wow what an experience you had with the Hyena's. That is why we love the "wild" :) We would love to have you back, so if your travels bring you back to South Africa, come and visit. Kind regards, Nadine More

 
 
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Also Known As:
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Address: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
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Ranked #6 of 10 Specialty lodging in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
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