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Thursday 24 May 2012

Thornybush Collection

 

The Thornybush Collection of Lodge offerings consist of eight Lodges, 7 of which are located in the Thornybush Nature Reserve and one in the Northern part of the Sabi Sand. 

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Thornybush Collection, South Africa

Nature Reserve

A well known destination for local and international visitors Thornybush has earned its reputation as one of the countries finest bush experiences. Situated within 11 500 hectares of pristine wilderness, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Thornybush Nature Reserve is a true escape from the madness of city life. This haven, which is just over 5 hours drive from Johannesburg has scooped numerous world firsts, both for conservation and hospitality.

 

Thornybush has evolved over the years into a visitors paradise, “our collection of Lodges offers something for everyone. Bush lovers can saturate themselves, not only in the big five, but also in the remarkable fauna and flora,” while less than enthusiastic bush goers can recoup their sanity relaxing in the luxurious surrounds, enjoying delicious cuisine and pampering themselves at one of the spas. Whatever your preference you never leave Thornybush the same as when you arrived.

 

 

Testimony to this are the numerous visitor comments, the message is clear once you’ve experienced Thornybush it changes you profoundly. Each Lodge has been carefully selected to provide a variety of differing experiences and designed to meet the varying pockets of discerning travellers. Serondella, nKaya and Waterbuck are three small intimate lodges that each accommodates eight people in a unique environment, each with their own personal intimacy of space, comfort and warmth. Each of these Camps with a sparkling swimming pool, Bar and differing Dining venues to suit the season and the occasion. Shumbalala, an exquisite five star property with every possible comfort and privacy, is both spacious and stylish and offers guests the ultimate in personalized hospitality.

Bush lovers

This Camp boasts an exceptional Presidential Suite with adjoining entertainment area exclusive to this suite which includes two bedrooms, Lounge and Dining room and central open fireplace. A feature wine cellar is unique to this special property.

Chapungu, the newest addition to the collection is a luxury tented Camp that accommodates 16 guests in Africa’s flavour of the lowveld comfort. This Camp too has a central swimming pool, Bar and each tent with private facilities and feature outside corner bath.

 

 

Our only self catering Camp, Nkelenga, is situated close to a small dam that is home to thirst quenching animals at dawn and dusk. This Camp also has a small private swimming pool, three tents with private facilities, a main homestead with a further bedroom and small mezzanine”dormitory” that sleeps four, designed for children of all ages. This Camp sleeps a maximum of twelve and is particularly attractive to budget conscious game enthusiasts. This Camp is the only camp in the collection that has a Camp rate per night rather than a per person rate per night.

 

 

Our last Game Lodge in the Thornybush Reserve is our largest Lodge in the Group, The Thornybush Game Lodge. This Lodge sleeps a maximum of 40 guests in 18 Suites and two luxury Family Suites, each with its own plunge pool. This Camp also includes a conference centre that accommodates up to 70 Cinema style, and a feature Wellness centre Spa. A well known and successful Camp, Thornybush Game Lodge is located alongside the Monwana River and provides a restful bush paradise to weary guests.

 

Our only Lodge in the Sabi Sand Simbambili, is a five star 16 bedded Lodge, each double suite with private plunge pool. This Lodge is very personal too and game in this part of the reserve regularly featuring Leopard sittings of particular note and frequency.

 

All of our Lodges are air-conditioned, and twice daily game drives in open landrovers accompanied by experienced Rangers and trackers are the focus of your game visit. We look forward to welcoming you to The Collection.