Simbavati Trails Camp

Simbavati Trails Camp is Simbavati’s luxury-but-back-to-basics walking trails camp. Located in a secluded area of the Timbavati, Simbavati Trails Camp borders an unspoilt wilderness area of 11, 000 hectares in the Kruger National Park.

The camp offers 4 en-suite Meru-style safari tents and hosts a maximum of 8 guests. Bucket showers are filled on demand with warm water, hearty meals are prepared over an open fire by an expert cook, there is no electricity, nor cellphone reception. Just you, in the heart of an untamed African wildlife wonderland.

Days start with a +/- 3 hour walk (weather permitting) at a leisurely pace with an armed specialist guide. Experiencing the bush on foot is entirely different from being on a safari vehicle, enabling you to completely immerse yourself in the mesmerising sights, sounds and smells of the African bush. Stops for snacks and drinks tide you over until a tasty brunch is prepared back at the camp.

After some ‘me’ time spent snoozing or reading outside your tent, a savoury and sweet ‘tea’ is prepared before another +/-3 hour walk at the end of the afternoon, ending at a viewpoint to

Enjoy an unforgettable African sunset. A short drive will bring you back to camp with time to freshen up before dinner around the campfire.

With only eight beds available, Simbavati Trails Camp is perfect to be booked in its entirety by families or groups who enjoy hiking, birding, camping and photography.

Simbavati Trails Camp does not accommodate children under 16 years’ old, unfortunately.

To enjoy the full walking trail experience, a 3-night stay is recommended.

What to Expect

• To enjoy the full walking trail experience, a 3-night stay is recommended
• Bucket showers
• No electricity
• No Wi-Fi or cellphone signal

About Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Timbavati Nature Reserve shares a common unfenced border with the Kruger National Park allowing animals free-range and ensuring guests to the area the opportunity to view the greatest diversity of wildlife that Africa has to offer. View the big game from open vehicles, on foot or from the comfort of your room as you experience timeless Africa.

Escape from the grind of daily life and succumb to the tranquil wilderness of the Timbavati Nature Reserve in the South African Lowveld. Here you can view the Big Five and other endangered species such as the Wild Dog and Cheetah in their natural environment.

All the big game is here including rhino, elephants, buffalo, zebras, antelopes, as well as leopard, lion, hyena. Bird watching is good particularly during the rainy season.