Thornybush Game Lodge  

In the wild heart of Thornybush Game Reserve near Hoedspruit and the dramatic Blyde River Canyon. These luxury game lodges sit inside a provincial park; Shumbalala is about 28.4 mi (45.7 km) from Orpen Gate. Perfect for safari lodge seekers — all-inclusive options available.

Two boutique properties: Thornybush Game Lodge (20 air-conditioned rooms) and Shumbalala Game Lodge (6 rooms). Rooms feature private furnished balconies, minibars or refrigerators, iPod docking stations, premium bedding, safes, coffee/tea makers, and bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers. Thornybush adds a full-service spa for massages, facials and body treatments.

Guided safaris into the reserve, an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, gift shop and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Unwind at the bar/lounge after game drives and enjoy true bush mornings and sunsets. All-inclusive rates are available at Shumbalala (meals and many beverages included; some items may incur extra charges).

Complimentary wireless internet at Shumbalala; wireless internet at Thornybush is available (surcharge). Library, laundry facilities and free self-parking onsite make longer stays easy.

On-site restaurants and a bar/lounge serve lodge meals and drinks. Shumbalala’s all-inclusive rates cover most meals and beverages; Thornybush offers dining and limited room service.