Found in the heart of the private Big 5 Thornybush Reserve, and on the banks of the Monwana River, Shumbalala Game Lodge offers luxurious rooms, friendly staff and beautiful surroundings.
The lodge possesses 4 superior, air-conditioned suites and one presidential, 2-bedroom suite. The presidential suite also has a plunge pool, butler's kitchen and a private boma with a fireplace outside. The lodge itself provides a variety of features including WiFi, library, pool and a delightful underground wine cellar with a window looking out at the scenery surrounding the lodge, the perfect place for a meal.
Special offers: Book for 4 nights and only pay for 3 nights. These offers are only valid from 05 January 2024 and excludes Easter, August, October, and between 15 December - 31 December 2024. Terms and conditions apply.
Intimate and exclusive, only 4 private suites and a Presidential Suite
Outstanding game viewing and birdwatching
Indoor and outdoor showers and private viewing decks in each suite
Walking safaris with knowledgeable and experienced rangers and trackers
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6 Suites
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
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"The 2-room Presidential Suite is very spacious and also features a cool deck area where if you press a button, it opens up to reveal a private plunge pool."
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Big 5 Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Anonymous, 15th September 2024
vacation to Shumbalala Game Lodge
The highlight of our trip! The safari experience at Shumbalala was incredible. The guides were complete professionals and hospitality from the lodge staff was world class. We were truly sad to leave Shumbalala.
This place was perfect and was the most incredible place we've ever stayed. Not only was the lodge/room incredible but the people were absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend Shumbalala to anyone looking to do a safari. Our Guide Jordy and Tracker Tony were very insightful and we learned a lot…
Oh my gosh! Opulence beyond what we could have imagined. They made every effort to make sure we were well cared for and our experiences were special. The food was phenomenal and the sunset “proposal” moment was a special touch. Our guide and tracker were the best - they made sure our experience was…
The location can't be beat. Thornybush (at least at this time of year) was teeming with game and we saw EVERYTHING. It felt like we could ask our guide to show us an animal and he would almost immediately deliver. Your mileage may vary of course, but it was even better tha…
+1 347-708-1755
6 Suites
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
Big 5 Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Star Gazing/Star Bed
