Thornybush Game Lodge is located in the wild heart of the South African Lowveld, with the vast northern Drakensberg mountain range nearby, lies over 11,010 hectares of the magnificent African bushveld.
The Lodge at Thornybush Private Game Reserve, which is characterised by its mixed woodland savannahs, is home to an abundance of beautiful birds and mammals including the famous Big Five, namely lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino & elephant
It is here in this stunningly beautiful and wildlife-rich Thornybush Game Reserve in South Africa's Limpopo Province, where attention to detail, as well as highly personalised service, make for a most memorable stay which awaits discovery by the discerning safari traveller.
Various exclusive safari lodges, which share this fantastic wildlife sanctuary in South Africa, are individually designed to exceed guests expectations during their safari stay and providing an unrivalled African wildlife experience.
The different type of accommodation found at Thornybush caters for most guests' requirements and tastes, ranging from rustic, understated comfort to luxury of the most beautiful order. The safari lodges which nestle within the Private Game Reserve feature outdoor swimming pools and offer adventurous dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers with fully qualified rangers and trackers and bush walks for the more adventurous.
The Thornybush Game Lodge is the flagship lodge which lies along the banks of the seasonal Monwana River. The Main Lodge consists of luxurious double suites that include decked living areas, library, curio shop and great pool commanding the perfect position with the ever-active waterhole at its backdrop.
Between exciting safaris, guests are welcome to take a moment to browse in the particular library or just relax at the swimming pool with the favourite cocktail as you bask in Africa's glorious sunshine.
Thornybush offers dawn and dusk open vehicles safaris with a qualified ranger and tracker team. Walks are also encouraged for the more adventurous. Sumptuous cuisine and an array of other facilities including swimming pools await your return from the safaris.
The contact numbers to make a reservation at Thornybush Game Lodge are:
• Cape Town Reservations +27 (0) 21 794 9050
• Durban Reservations: +27 (0) 31 941 5945
• Johannesburg Reservations: +27 (0) 10 446 8045.
Alternatively, you can check availability and book online by clicking here.
The specials listed below will automatically be offered to you when proceeding through the booking process.
This fantastic offer is for Travel Between 15 January – 30 June 2025 & 1st November – 15th December 2025 and 15 January – 30 June 2026 and 01 November – 15 December 2026, unless otherwise stated.
Enjoy a complimentary night on us.
• Applicable at all Thornybush Lodges, including Kamara House Villa
• Valid on a minimum 4-night stay at one lodge (not combinable across lodges)
• Maximum of 6 guests per booking
• 50% single supplement applies (excluding Kamara House Villa)
• Not combinable with any other offers
Rates Include:
• Accommodation
• All meals and snacks
• Local drinks (soft drinks, house wine, selected beer and spirits)
• Minibar drinks
• Morning & afternoon game drives with expert guides & trackers
• Wi-Fi
• Laundry
RATES EXCLUDE:
• Champagne, premium wines and spirits
• Curio purchases & spa treatments
• Gratuities
• Reserve levies
• Sabi Sands Nature Reserve & Gowrie Gate fees (Simbambili only)
• Simbambili airstrip landing fees
This special is for Newly Weds wanting to celebrate their love with a romantic honeymoon escape at Thornybush Game Reserve, where luxury meets the wild in unforgettable safari style. Enjoy game drives and intimate moments surrounded by breathtaking African beauty.
Accommodation
All meals and snacks
All local drinks (soft drinks, house wine, selection of local beers, local spirits)
Minibar drinks
Morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers.
Wi-Fi
Laundry
Premium Drinks not included (Champagne, Premium wines, and spirits)
Curio and spa treatments
Staff gratuities
Levies
FOR TRAVEL BETWEEN 15 JANUARY – 30 JUNE 2025 and 2026 & 1st NOVEMBER – 15th DECEMBER 2025 and 2026
BOOK SPECIAL