Do you dream of the ultimate safari experience? Escaping
to one of the most natural locations in the world whilst viewing
zebras galloping across the plains, troupes of Monkeys grooming
and playing and hearing the roar of the Lion is one of the most
exquisite ways to spend a holiday.
Kruger National Park
Each year approximately half a million domestic and
international tourists visit South Africa's premier game
reserve. The Kruger
National Park is a 2 million hectare park that was
established in 1898 to protect South African wildlife and is
today an unrivalled leader in biodiversity and environmental
management. Most chose to visit the game park in the dry, winter
season as the quality of game viewing is heightened. The grass
at this time of year is low and the bushes and trees have lost
their leaves this provides game viewers with an
unobstructed view of the kings of Africa. Because it doesn't
rain in winter the animals tend to congregate round the
waterholes to drink in the mornings and evenings, a site which
is can be viewed closely in the safety of a vehicle.
Beyond Borders
Surrounding the Kruger National park are several smaller game
reserves such as Timbavati and Sabi Sabi. There are no fences
between any of these reserves allowing the animals to roam
free they way they were intended to. On a visit to the
Kruger and its surrounding reserves you will see and astounding
array of flora and fauna. The reserves are home to 336 trees, 49
fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals.
The area is most celebrated due to the fact that it is Big 5
country, during your stay you will have the opportunity to
observe every one of the members of the Big Five: the Lion,
Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Cape Buffalo.
Timbavati Game Reserve
Timbavati Private Game Reserve lies on the western boundary of
the Kruger Park and forms part of the Kruger's lowveld
ecosystem. The lack of borders with the Kruger facilitates
excellent game viewing and the accommodation offerings range
from luxury to roughing it. The Timbavati was established in
1956 but really only made its name in the 1970's with the
discovery of the parks rare "White Lions". In the winter
months (April-September) game viewing is excellent as the
vegetation is less dense. In summer (October-March) the park is
lush and green and whilst game viewing is not at its best bird
watching is excellent. Of all of the reserves wildlife you
should easily be able to spot Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Buffalo,
Lion, Spotted Hyena, Hippo, Impala, Kudu, Wildebeest,
Klipspringer, Genet, Vultures, Owls, Eagles, Hornbills and
Shrikes. Slightly harder to spot are the Leopard, Wild Dog,
Cheetah, Fox, Rhino, Porcupine and Caracal.
Timbavati Activities
A range of safari options to suite all tastes are
available at this magnificent reserve. Whether you prefer a
walking, fly-in, guided, sunrise or sunset safari or whether you
prefer to view the reserve in the comfort of your own vehicle in
your own time the Timbavati can accommodate you. Apart from all
of the excellent game watching activities why not indulge in
some pampering spa treatments and massages or an alfresco dining
experience under the vast star filled African sky. Traditional
singing and dancing are firm favourites amongst visitors to this
reserve as are the guided environmental hikes. During your stay
at the Timbavati you can spend your days game viewing and your
nights singing, dancing, eating traditional meals and sipping on
fabulous sunset cocktails.
Timbavati Accommodation
Accommodation within Timbavati includes colonial style game
lodges, traditional thatched bush lodges, and luxury tented
safari camps, providing a range of styles to suit your dream
safari holiday. Timbavati accommodation offers an extremely
child friendly atmosphere and provides facilities for children
of all ages. From sheer luxury to roughing it the Timbavati
Private Game Park offers it all.
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