Introduction

Escape on a 5-day fly-in safari to Kambaku Safari Lodge, located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger. The adventure begins with return flights from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, followed by a short road transfer to the lodge.

Spend four nights in a comfortable thatched chalet or spacious family unit overlooking a waterhole—perfect for spotting wildlife right from your veranda. Experience twice-daily game drives with Kambaku’s skilled rangers and trackers as you explore Big Five territory.

Between safaris, unwind by the pool, enjoy a drink at the bar, browse the library, or indulge in a spa treatment. Evenings are spent around the boma fire, sharing stories beneath the African night sky.

Highlights

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

3 Nights Accommodation

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

All Meals

All Beverages

All entrance and conservation fees included

Day 1

Day 1 Timbavati Nature Reserve

Guests make their own way to the Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to check into their pre-booked flight to Hoedspruit Airport. On arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Kambaku Safari Lodge, located in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve.

You will have time to freshen up 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.

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Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air, Johannesburg Airport to Hoedspruit Airport

Afternoon

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 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 Safari Lodge

Kambaku Safari Lodge consists of eight beautiful thatched chalets and 3 inter-leading family units erected in a semi-circle around a waterhole. You can relax on your private veranda and watch animals coming down to drink.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner All drinks

Day 2 to 4

Day 2 to 4 Timbavati Nature Reserve

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

On return to the lodge, you can enjoy a late breakfast and choose to spend the rest of the day lazing around or enjoying a bush walk.

Soon it will be time for an afternoon game drive, which will depart at about 16h00, and return in time for a scrumptious dinner under African skies.

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

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

Activities Day 3

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

Go on an early morning game drive in Timbavati Nature Reserve, and you’ll soon discover why it’s the favorite activity of the day for many safari-goers.

Morning

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

Mid Day

Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.

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

Afternoon Game Drive, Timbavati Nature Reserve

Night

Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

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

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

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 Game Drive, Timbavati Nature Reserve

Night

Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

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

Accommodation – Day 2 to 4

Kambaku Safari Lodge

The central lodge areas are built to blend in with the surrounding bush and offers a swimming pool, bar, boma, library and curio shop. There is a game viewing hide and Wi-Fi is available, as well as spa treatments on request. All the accommodation is stylishly designed and decorated for comfort and peace. Room facilities include 4-poster beds draped with mosquito nets, overhead fans, a safe and en-suite bathroom with shower and bath.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner All drinks

Day 5

Day 5 Morning Safari drive and return to Johannesburg

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

After experiencing another African sunrise, you return to the lodge for breakfast before departing to Hoedspruit Airport for your midday flight back to Johannesburg.

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

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

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

We'll be serving you breakfast, so sit back and enjoy the food.

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air, Hoedspruit Airport to Johannesburg Airport

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

The Embraer 190 is a narrow-body, twin-engine jetliner manufactured by the Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. It's a regional aircraft, but known for its spacious cabin and efficient design. The E190 typically seats between 96 and 114 passengers, depending on the configuration.

Kambaku Safari Lodge

The benefit of staying in certain private game reserves, you give you the opportunity to be in a totally open safari vehicle with no roof over head.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg Airport

Day 1 - 4

Timbavati NR Kambaku Safari Lodge

Day 5

Johannesburg Airport (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg Airport

Tour starts per person from	R 46,800.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 51,480.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2026 R 46800 per person sharing R 64200 per single traveler 2027 R 51480 per person sharing R 70620 per single traveler

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Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Timbavati Nature Reserve

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Afternoon

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

Evening

Kambaku Safari Lodge

Day 2 to 4 Timbavati Nature Reserve

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

Night

Activities Day 4

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

Morning

Mid Day

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

Night

Kambaku Safari Lodge

Day 5 Morning Safari drive and return to Johannesburg

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

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

Mid-Morning

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

Kambaku Safari Lodge

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

5 Days / 4 Nights

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5 Day Kambaku Safari Lodge Fly in Safari

5 Day Kambaku Safari Lodge Fly in Safari