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In the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve, the Simbavati River Lodge offers the chance of a face-to- face encounter with Africa’s incredibly varied wildlife from the lodge’s private viewing decks. Simbavati River Lodge combines the rustic appeal of...

Rooms total: 4

Important Information

Please note: the rate quoted includes game rides and full board. Please note that compulsory conservation levies are applicable and excluded from the rates. These are payable prior to or on arrival. Please note : Timbavati Conservation fee will increase to R 400 per adult per night, R 200 per child under 12 per night from 01 January 2020 A gate entrance fee of ZAR 160 per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Please contact the property directly for further information. Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees (subject to change) Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly. Timbavati Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023: R510 per adult per night and R255 per child under 12 years per night. 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night. Klaserie Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023: R450 per person per night for any person 12 years and older. 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R480 per person per night for any person 12 years and older. Check-in is from 14:30. You are welcome to arrive earlier, and make use of our swimming pool or other facilities. We try to accommodate early arrivals, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room was occupied on the previous night. Check-out is prior to 11:00 on the day of departure. Again, we try to accommodate late check-outs, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room is booked for the evening. If we are unable to accommodate a late check-out, we will happily store your luggage whilst you enjoy our facilities. Lunch The Full Board & Activity/Game drive price includes lunch (served from 1pm to 2.30pm) either on the day of arrival or on departure. If you wish to have lunch on both arrival and departure days, there will be an extra charge for the second lunch. Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees are subject to change. Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly. Timbavati Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night. Self-drive guests: A vehicle entrance fee of R280 is only payable at the Timbavati or Klaserie Control Gate All conservation levies and other reserve fees are subject to change without prior notice. Conservation levies for 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 The above-published conservation levies may change without prior notice if there are changes made by the reserve.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
Activities
  • Fitness centre
  • Massage
  • Kids' club
  • Beauty Services
  • Facial treatments
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Body treatments
  • Body scrub
  • Body wrap
  • Spa facilities
  • Back massage
  • Neck massage
  • Foot massage
  • Couples massage
  • Full body massage
  • Game drives
Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Laundry
  • Ironing service
  • Packed lunches
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Kid meals
  • Wine/champagne
Internet
  • Internet services
  • WiFi
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (all year)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Pool and wellness
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool
Transport
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport drop off
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • 24-hour security
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
Safety features
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Face masks for guests available
Physical distancing
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Cleanliness & disinfecting
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & drink safety
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Delivered food is securely covered