Thorny Bush Game Reserve

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Adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park lies 11 500 hectares of pristine African bushveld, which is the 'Thornybush Game Reserve'. With an abundance of bird and mammal species including the 'Big 5', it is also home to five exclusive lodges.

The exclusive Thornybush Game Lodge boasts stylish air-conditioned suites and extensive living areas over looks the seasonal Monwana River.

Between exciting safaris take a moment to browse in the intimate library or simply relax at the pool with your favourite cocktail as you bask in Africa's glorious sunshine.

At all our lodges we offer open Land Rover game drives accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers, ensuring an informative and stimulating safari experience. Guests have the option of enjoying two game drives per day and a guided walk. These drives are undertaken at times best suited for game viewing at the particular time of the year.

In the summer months (Sept / April) your ranger will advise you of an early morning wake up call followed by your game drive, returning for breakfast. The afternoon game drive will depart at approximately 1630hrs and returns at approximately 1930hrs, whereas in the winter months (May / August) the game drives depart slightly later in the morning and earlier in the afternoons returning at approximately 1900hrs. Afternoon drives extend into the evening with the aid of spotlights to view seldom seen nocturnal species.

Where possible safaris will be tailored to suit individual preferences and interests.

Our Shangaan trackers will enthral you with their explanations of the medicinal and other uses of the numerous plants and trees along with their tales of traditional folklore

For those guests staying more than two nights, who might wish to combine a round of golf with their safari, we are able to offer guests the opportunity to enjoy a round of golf on exceptional golf courses. Hans Merensky Golf Club in Phalaborwa is a one-hour drive from Thornybush; the course is an 18-hole championship standard course, well maintained and very welcoming to visitors. Leopard Creek at Malelane on the banks of the Crocodile River is one of South Africa's most exclusive golfing estates with a spectacular 18-hole Gary Player design course.

Early morning, optional balloon excursions are offered at all the Thornybush Game Reserve Lodges. These trips can be pre-booked or can be booked at the lodge; they are subject to availability and weather conditions.

Weddings are catered for by any of the lodges within the group, however, it is preferable to book out the entire lodge of your choice (dependant on the size of your party) so that the lodge can ensure that your function is devoted their full attention. Arrangements can be as glamorous or can be understated; this is determined by the bride and groom's wishes.

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