Timbavati Private Game Reserve Safari
Duration
10 hours
Start
05:00
Group Size
Max 6
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
At a Glance
Starts
Pickup from lodges in Hoedspru...
Finishes
Back to Hotel
Stops
6 Locations
Guide
Live Expert Guide
“Full-day safari in the exclusive Timbavati Private Game Reserve — off-road tracking, Big 5, and the legendary white lions.
About This Experience
Timbavati Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with Kruger National Park, allowing animals to roam freely across both areas. What makes Timbavati special is its exclusivity (far fewer vehicles than Kruger), the ability to drive off-road for closer wildlife encounters, and its fame as the birthplace of the legendary white lions. Your expert guide tracks Big 5 through pristine bushveld, using off-road techniques impossible in Kruger. The lodge serves a gourmet lunch between game drives.
Starting from
Kruger Lodge Collection
Complimentary pickup & drop-off included with every booking
Door-to-Door Collection
Pickup from your safari lodge, hotel, or airport. Multi-day packages include all inter-lodge transfers.
Within Hazyview & Nelspruit area
Up to Any lodge in Greater Kruger
Hazyview · Nelspruit · White River · Skukuza · Malelane · KMIA Airport
Safe Return Home
At the end of your adventure, we drop you back at your accommodation — the same place we collected you.
Your Journey, Stop by Stop
Every moment planned, every detail considered
Pickup
Collection from your Hoedspruit area lodge
Enter Timbavati
Enter the private reserve at dawn
Stop 3Morning Game Drive
Off-road tracking through pristine bushveld
Lodge Lunch
Gourmet lunch at the Timbavati lodge
Afternoon Drive
Second game drive — predator focus
Departure
Return to your accommodation
Route Map
Route is approximate and may vary based on conditions.
What's Included
Inclusions
- Lodge pickup
- Open safari vehicle
- Expert guide & tracker
- Timbavati entrance fees
- Gourmet lunch at lodge
- Morning & afternoon drives
- Binoculars
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Drinks at lunch
What to Bring
Know Before You Go
Confirmation
Instant confirmation. Show your voucher on mobile or print it out.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
Meeting Point
Pickup from lodges in Hoedspruit area
Start Time
Departs at 05:00. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Accessibility
Contact us for accessibility details.
Availability
Available daily, subject to weather. We recommend booking 2+ weeks ahead.
Insider Tips from Our Guides
Timbavati is where the legendary white lions were first documented
Off-road driving here means you can get much closer to animals than in Kruger
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Book Direct With Us
Why Book With Us
Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly
Best Time to Go
Meeting Point
Pickup from lodges in Hoedspruit area
Need Help Planning?
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“Absolutely incredible experience! Our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate. The views were breathtaking and the whole day was perfectly organized. Best tour we've ever done in South Africa.”
James & Maria
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About Timbavati Private Game Reserve Safari
The Timbavati Private Game Reserve Safari is one of the most popular guided experiences in South Africa, operated by Gray Line South Africa — a Gray Line licensed tour operator based in Cape Town with over 11,000 verified five-star reviews across TripAdvisor, Viator, and GetYourGuide. This 10 hours experience takes you through 6 carefully curated stops, each selected to showcase the best of what this magnificent region has to offer. Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off is included from your accommodation in Cape Town.
Whether you're a first-time visitor to South Africa or a returning traveller seeking a deeper experience, our FGASA-certified local guides bring each location to life with expert commentary, insider knowledge, and a genuine passion for conservation and South African culture. All tours include English commentary and small group sizes of maximum 6 guests for a personal, intimate experience.
Book directly with Gray Line South Africa for the best guaranteed price — no booking fees, no middlemen, and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Secure your spot today and discover why travellers from around the world consistently rate this as one of Cape Town's must-do experiences.
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Sightseeing Everywhere · Since 1910
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