About this property
Shindzela is a tented safari camp, set in a traversing area within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park, South Africa. Guests of the Shindzela Tented Safari Camp stay in a canvas safari tent that is equipped with 2 twin beds and a wooden deck. Each tent also has a private en suite bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet. The Shindzela Camp is powered by solar energy. It offers game drives in open 4x4 vehicles and walking safaris. Guests benefit from 1 morning and 1 afternoon game drive per day per day, that is included in the rate. The Shindzela Tented Safari Camp has an outdoor seating area where guests can enjoy meals and Amarula bread and butter pudding.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ronaldo
Brazil
“everything perfect with shindzela. Staff very helpfull, answered all the questions after booking and during our stay. All the safaris started on time and our guide Sam did everything he could to give us the best experience always with a smile on...” - Guillaume
Spain
“Even better than we thought. The beds are super comfortable and the shower as well. It really feels luxurious, not at all like camping. The staff is amazing and the drives as well, it's clear the guides and trackers really know their...” - Gabriela
South Africa
“The tented lodge is an excellent place to stay, we are frequently staying in that lovely place. Rangers and staff are very competent, the chef preparing delicious food. Timbavati in general a great game reserve.” - Sam
Netherlands
“Shindzela tented camp is an amazing stay in Timbavati private reserve, connected to the Kruger national park. The tents are perfect and the bed is very comfortable. The staff is amazing, friendly and very helpful. The food is tasty and big...” - Weir
Australia
“What an amazing, all inclusive safari experience in the Timbimvati Private Game Reserve just outside Kruger near Hoedspruit. Small camp with only 9 tents (18 people) made very personal. Great service . Lovely little pool to cool off in, Green...” - Sonia
Netherlands
“The property is just the perfect size in a great locations. The staff is amazing in general, but our guide Ruben was just the best. My dream was always to do a safari and shindzela lived up to my expectations or better!” - Petra
Switzerland
“It is a beautiful, not too big, camp with lovely tents, a nice pool and tastefully arranged seating area. From the tent and the main building one has views to a little waterhole where regularly hyenas and diferent antilopes etc. come to drink. The...” - Sheena
South Africa
“Loved the room. Comfortable, relaxing and clean. Loved the boma and eating under the stars Loved the watering hole and game watching. Loved the game drives. Very exciting.” - Tracey
United Kingdom
“Wow this is an incredible place to stay. We loved staying here the best of our whole self drive tour. The accommodation is outstanding the guides were superb in their knowledge and definitely focused on making sure we had the best experience in...” - Joanne
United Kingdom
“A fabulous and we’ll maintained camp with amazing staff who are so obviously proud of it. A quite right too - they do a fantastic job.”
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Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
Please note that Timbavati Game Reserve has entrance gate fees payable in cash upon entrance.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.