It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new year and we're feeling good!
An exciting year for Thornybush as we bring in the new year with a refreshed perspective on luxury Kruger safari travel. We're wildly grateful for all the support we received in the previous year, and we only hope to welcome more bucket-list travellers and safari enthusiasts to our world-class destinations.

Have you peeped at our new website? Online bookings are so much easier, and all the information you need is more accessible. The news of our newly refurbished Thornybush Game Lodge is the talk of the town, and our recent guests are loving the 5-star upgrade!

#DiscoverYourDreamSafari

In 2023, we look forward to the new build of Kamara House, the Simbambili Game Lodge refurbishment with the solar power plant installation, and the new gymnasium and wellness centre at Game Lodge. The journey of sustainability is evident in our lodges in the Thornybush Nature Reserve, and this year, we're excited to go greener in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. Your stay with us is directly impacting the lives of our neighbouring communities, and making an effective contribution to our conservation efforts.

This year, make sure to keep updated with our safari deals, and ongoing SA Residents Rate curated to suit all safari fanatics! We hope that you all get the opportunity to get close to nature and unlock your dream safari with us.

#ThornybushExperience

EXCLUSIVE: ALL-INCLUSIVE CEMAIR FLY-IN DEAL

You won't believe this, your favourite SA Residents deal is back with an All-Inclusive Dream Safari Fly-in Package with CemAir!

Included in the All-Inclusive Package 
* 4 nights of luxury accommodation at 1 of our premium lodges
* Return CPT/JHB flights in CemAir 
* Return Eastgate airport transfers
* All meals and snacks 
* All local beverages and refreshments (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
* Morning and afternoon game drives/walks 

Excluded:
* Premium brand beverages, champagnes and craft gins
* Private game-drive vehicles
* Curio items, spa treatments and laundry
* Gratuities
* Conservations fees and levies

PACKAGE RATE FROM CAPE TOWN
- Saseka Tented Camp: from R28 000 per person sharing
- Simbambili Game Lodge: R29 000 per person sharing
- Thornybush Game Lodge: R23 000 per person sharing 

* Validity: 16 January - 30 April 2023, excluding the Easter period
* Thornybush terms and conditions apply
* CemAir terms and conditions apply 

PACKAGE RATE FROM JOHANNESBURG
- Saseka Tented Camp: from R25 000 per person sharing
- Simbambili Game Lodge: R27 000 per person sharing
- Thornybush Game Lodge: R20 000 per person sharing 

BOOK NOW! Email: [email protected] 
or call +27 11 253 6500 for reservations. All bookings are subject to availability.

Specials and Deals

International travellers have the opportunity to stay longer with the Pay 3 and Stay 4 - 1 night COMPLIMENTARY special deal, curated perfectly for those long journeys. Single travellers are welcome to stay at a more affordable rate (e.g. a couple sharing a room + friend in a single room). Terms and Conditions apply

email: [email protected] to make an enquiry/booking

A Journey of Sustainability, Community and Conservation

At Thornybush we have dedicated our efforts to a more sustainable and meaningful way of operating our business. Together with Thornybush Community, we have made a difference in the lives of so many people in our neighbouring communities through compassionate funding, voluntourism, guest donations, and support from our partners. Read the 2022 annual report.

A warm welcome to Lindsay Hanekom General Manager at Thornybush Community

Value-Add Experience: We encourage you to add more safari magic and get involved with adding Community-based Tours and Conservation Tours to your packages. For more information: email:[email protected] 

Be an African Safari Influencer - Safari Chic

Here are some Top Lifestyle Trends to help you get started in 2023!
- Binoculars: (aka Binos pronounced "by-nos") brands are a thing! Invest in a good pair.
- Sandals: Summer is in full swing, put your feet first with faux animal-printed sandals and hang up your boots
- Caps: Wearing branded caps is super cool during and after a safari stay, these are always available at our curio shops.
-  Apps: Adding birding, plant and mammal apps will help you track all your sightings. 
- Go Green: Be mindful of your water usage and repurpose what you can
- Tag your sightings: Post and Tag your family, friends and us on social media, so that we can share your awesome safari content with all of our fans - who knows, you could go viral... 

Follow us on Instagram: @thornybush.safari and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThornybushExperience to keep up with our latest wildlife action and guest experiences. #DiscoverYourDreamSafari  #ThornybushExperience