Thornybush Waterside Lodge  

Set on the banks of a tranquil lake in Hoedspruit, inside Thornybush Game Reserve. Minutes from Klaserie and within easy reach of Kapama and Manyeleti reserves. A 5-star, family-friendly luxury lodge with all-inclusive options on offer.

Twenty air-conditioned thatched suites blend into the bushveld. Suites feature private balconies or patios, minibars, fridges, safes, coffee/tea makers and en-suite bathrooms with separate tubs and showers. Crisp white bedding, bathrobes and manicured gardens create a calm, modern-rustic vibe. Enjoy the main deck overlooking the lake, pool or retreat to your suite after dawn and dusk game drives.

Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials. Outdoor swimming pool, bar/lounge and a coffee shop/café. Library, concierge, babysitting/childcare (surcharge) and wedding services. Guided game drives and bushwalks led by skilled rangers and trackers deliver top Big 5 viewing. Airport transfers available for a surcharge and free self-parking onsite. All-inclusive rates can cover meals and beverages (extra charges may apply for some items). Wake up to lakeside mornings and bushveld views.

Business center and computer station plus conference center, meeting room and conference hall for events. Wi‑Fi available (charges may apply), laundry services, elevator access and free self-parking for delegates.

On-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a complimentary full breakfast daily. A bar/lounge and a coffee shop/café keep things relaxed. Room service is available during limited hours. All-inclusive rates include meals and beverages at onsite outlets, with some special dinners or items possibly charged extra.