Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

3.0 star property
Riverfront tentalow with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property
8 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$1,551
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Explore the area

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1 Jonniesdale Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Orpen Gate
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)

Room options

f) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

b) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

d) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

c) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

h) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

g) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

a) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

e) Safari Tent with en-suite Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Ceiling fan
8 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the area

What's nearby

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Surprise Breakfast in the Ngala Bush - ‬109 min drive
  • Coffee break Ngala game drive
  • Ngala Giraffes & Cocktails
  • ‪Gin And Tonic bar & Beyond - ‬106 min drive

About this property

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

Riverfront tentalow with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star tentalow.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp offers 8 accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from noon to 7:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. Safaris must be booked 30 days in advance of arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 1390 (one-way)
  • Resort fee: ZAR 220 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1390 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent
  • Facilities fee: ZAR 220 per person, per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 4130203856
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Air conditioning and heating are not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The tax ID number is 4130203856. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Air conditioning and heating are not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

Yep, Shindzela Tented Safari Camp has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp on 25 Sept 2025 start from NZ$957.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Shindzela Tented Safari Camp have a pool?

Shindzela Tented Safari Camp has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Shindzela Tented Safari Camp a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp.

Does Shindzela Tented Safari Camp serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is served daily between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from noon - 7:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.