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Timbavati

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

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About Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

Rustic tented bush camp providing an authentic safari experience
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is nestled within the Timbavati Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park. It is a comfortable tented bush camp, set on the banks of a dry riverbed, facing a small watering hole. The camp has an informal, relaxed atmosphere, and is alive with warm African hospitality. Shindzela offers guests a greater Kruger wildlife safari, in an unfenced wilderness environment. The camp remains undisturbed by modern conveniences such as television, preferring to be immersed in the African wilderness. Solar powered lights are used and gas geysers are used for hot showers.
Timbavati , South Africa
From $340 per person/per night
Safari
8 Rooms
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Property details

The property

The camp has been deliberately kept undeveloped, to blend in better with the environment, and to offer guests an undisturbed wilderness experience. The general bush camp area consists of a thatched roof safari style dining and lounge area, a kitchen, and a central African boma which is the perfect spot for guests to relive safari experiences around the fire. Shindzela also has a swimming pool in the camp where guests can relax while overlooking the small watering hole.

The rooms

Shindzela accommodates just 16 guests in safari tents set on wooden decks under thatch roofs. Each tent is furnished with 2 single beds or 1 queen size bed, fans, a bed-side tables, a chest of drawers and an open-style hanging rail with hangers. They have en-suite bathrooms with showers, flush toilets and hand basins. There are adjustable canvas flaps for windows and mesh to keep the insects out and there are mosquito nets and amenities, as well.

Activities

Game viewing activities are conducted in the early mornings and late afternoons. Shindzela offers both game drives and walking safaris. Game drives are conducted in open 4×4 Landrovers, allowing guests maximum visibility for game viewing. Night game drives with a spotlight bring one into contact with nocturnal animals such as genets, African wild cats, porcupines and so forth. Walking safaris take between 2 and 2.5 hours on a trail and a maximum of 8 guests make up a trail.
Plan your stay

How to book Shindzela Camp

How do I book Shindzela Camp?

Shindzela Camp can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Shindzela Camp or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Shindzela Camp?

Stays at Shindzela Camp start from around $340 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

South Africa

Timbavati

A collection of private reserves with exceptional wildlife viewing and a delicious selection of lodges.