Overview

4 Days / 3 Nights

4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

South Africa

From: ZAR R 63,750.00

Created by The Kruger Safari Co

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Created by The Kruger Safari Co

Introduction

This 4 Day Fly-In Safari to Kambaku River Sands invites you to experience a luxurious safari escape in the heart of the Timbavati Private Game Reserve.

Stay in one of ten elegant thatched suites, each overlooking a bustling waterhole and styled with authentic African charm. The suites are fully air-conditioned and include en-suite bathrooms with a spa bath, double indoor shower, and an outdoor shower for an immersive bush experience. Private viewing decks and modern comforts ensure your stay is both relaxing and memorable.

This package includes return local flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, making your journey seamless and hassle-free.

Highlights

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

3 Nights Accommodation

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

All entrance and conservation fees included

Day 1

Johannesburg – Kambaku River Sands – Fly In

Guests make their own way to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to check into their prebooked flight from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the Hoedspruit Airport. The flight route to the Kruger National Park in the Mpumalanga Province takes you over the wide-open spaces of the Highveld, down the escarpment and through the scenic Lowveld region.

On arrival at the Hoedspruit airport you, will be met by our transfer driver, who will transfer you by road into the Timbavati Private Game reserve and onto the Kambaku River Sands Lodge.

You will have time to freshen up, enjoy a light lunch and relax before departing on an open safari vehicle for your first afternoon game drive in the reserve. After sunset you will return to the lodge where a delicious dinner will await you.

You overnight in your luxury accommodation at Kambaku River Sands and your deal includes lunch and dinner.

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Activities Day 1

Morning

Transfer by Air, Johannesburg Airport to Hoedspruit Airport

Mid Day

It's time for a break, so sit back and enjoy the good food as we serve you lunch.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Open Game Drive, Timbavati Nature Reserve

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Accommodation Day 1

Kambaku River Sands

Lodge Inside Timbavati Nature Reserve

ambaku River Sands overlooks a waterhole and accommodates you in ten thatched suites adorned in authentic African style. Each suite sports an en-suite bathroom with a spa bath, double shower and outdoor shower. The suites are air-conditioned, neatly equipped with mosquito nets and modern amenities and have private viewing decks.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine Spirits and liquor

Day 2 & 3

Morning and Afternoon Open Vehicle safari drives

Expect early wake-up calls each morning to just enjoy a hot beverage and rusks before departing on your game drive. Expect to catch some nocturnal animals still out hunting, and witness the sun rising.

On return to the lodge a late breakfast can be enjoyed, and the rest of the day spent lazing around or enjoying a gym or spa session.

Soon it will be time for an afternoon game drive, which will depart at about 16:00, and return just in time for a scrumptious dinner under African skies.

You overnight in your luxury accommodation at Kambaku River Sands and your deal includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Activities Day 2

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

In Timbavati Nature Reserve, your early morning game drive gets you close to the wildlife when they’re most active, and the landscapes are at their most beautiful.

Morning

This morning we offer you breakfast.

Mid Day

Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Open Game Drive, Timbavati Nature Reserve

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Activities Day 3

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Your early morning game drive in Timbavati Nature Reserve will quickly become the favorite part of your safari day, with animals out and active.

Morning

This morning we'll serve you breakfast, which is always one of the most enjoyable meals while on safari.

Mid Day

Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Open Game Drive, Timbavati Nature Reserve

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Accommodation Day 2 & 3

Kambaku River Sands

Lodge Inside Timbavati Nature Reserve

At Kambaku River Sands, we’ve created an experience that will give you all the space and time you need to pause, breathe in and reconnect with the here and now.

Our rooms and bathrooms are designed to create an atmosphere of blissful solitude.

Glass-encased spaces invite the outside
in as you immerse yourself in the vastness of the surrounding nature.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine Spirits and liquor

Day 4

Kambaku River Sands – Johannesburg

On the last day of your safari you have to rise early again, enjoy your hot beverage and rusk, and depart on the final game drive.

After experiencing the African sunrise, you return to the lodge for a farewell breakfast before departing to the Hoedspruit Airport for your mid-morning departure flight to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Your deal today includes breakfast at the lodge.

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Get up before the sun and go on an early morning game drive in Timbavati Nature Reserve. It’s when animals are active and the light is at its most beautiful.

Morning

Sit down and relax this morning while we serve you breakfast.
Transfer by Air, Hoedspruit Airport to Johannesburg Airport

Vehicles

Our vehicles

At The Kruger Safari Co., we use comfortable 13-seater vehicles for all transfers, trusted local airlines, and specially adapted open safari vehicles (depending on the lodge) to ensure the best wildlife viewing experience.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg

Day 1 - 3

Timbavati NR Kambaku River Sands

Day 4

Johannesburg (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg

4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

Introduction

Highlights

Johannesburg – Kambaku River Sands – Fly In

Activities Day 1

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Kambaku River Sands

Morning and Afternoon Open Vehicle safari drives

Activities Day 2

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Activities Day 3

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Kambaku River Sands

Kambaku River Sands – Johannesburg

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

From Price

Included

Tour starts per person from	R 63,750.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 70,125.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2026 R 63750 per person sharing R 90000 per single traveler 2027 R 70125 per person sharing R 99000 per single traveler

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4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

Introduction

Highlights

Johannesburg – Kambaku River Sands – Fly In

Activities Day 1

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Kambaku River Sands

Morning and Afternoon Open Vehicle safari drives

Activities Day 2

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Activities Day 3

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Kambaku River Sands

Kambaku River Sands – Johannesburg

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

4-Day Timbavati Kambaku River Sands Lodge Fly in Safari

From Price

Included