Set in Thornybush Private Game Reserve on the western edge of the Kruger Park, family-run Tangala Safari Camp's rustic charms have been augmented by the addition of a solar farm, which powers the lodge. It's an intimate camp that focuses on solid game viewing (great Big Five sightings!) and good hosting. And, despite the fact that Tangala is one of 12 lodges on this mid-sized (14,000-hectare) reserve, the landscape feels satisfyingly uncrowded and authentically wild. Just a five-hour drive from Johannesburg, Tangala is an easy weekend getaway for locals, or a good option for international travellers looking for a well-rounded safari experience.
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Four chalets and six tents each sleep two guests in double- or twin-bedded comfort. The chalets and tents have identical amenities – an en-suite bathroom with double basins and a shower, hot water, electricity, and fans to cool you on hot summer nights. The tents are canvas-walled in that authentic safari style, with large windows and a clean, uncluttered feel. Bothchalets and tents have large shaded porches, perfect for midday lounging.
The camp is unfenced, so there's nothing between you and the bushveld expanse. With animals free to wander through camp, you're about as immersed in the bush as possible.
If you're looking for a step up from canvas tents, opt for one of the camp's two bush-style chalets.
This isn't ultra-luxury, but rather a more down-to-earth, authentic experience. That's not to say you'll be roughing it - the camp has all the creature comforts you'll need for a relaxed and comfortable stay.
Tangala Safari 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 Tangala Safari 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.
Stays at Tangala Safari Camp start from around $390, or US$390, 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.
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