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Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
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9.4
/10
Exceptional
12 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
HappyCamper
10.0
/ 10
Shindzela offers the type of safari experience that is sadly dying out, to be replaced by glitzy, costly options that separate visitors from the real bush.
Our guide was excellent; calm & professional even when another group was shrieking and whooping (TIP, wild animals prefer quiet).
Our tracker was keen-eyed, polite and focussed.
The cooking/cleaning staff clearly took pride in their work.
I feel Shindzela is excellent value for money and should form a part of many more travellers' trips. It is intimate and honest but not for people who expect a 5 star spa.
Stuart
10.0
/ 10
My wife and I spent 4 nights at Shindzela Tented Bush Camp and were extremely pleased with the experience. From the outset, Carolien was very efficient in providing all requested information before we arrived and the driving directions were faultless. Although having no previous experience of a safari, we chose this because we would be in a small group (8 tents) in a comfortable but basic environment with the focus on learning about the environment and the animals and birds living there. We had 4 morning safari drives, starting at about 5:45 am and 4 evening drives starting at about 3:45pm. Each lasted 3 hours. Andre was our Ranger for the first 6 drives and then Wiann and Raymond (tracker) for the remainder. (We overlapped with another reviewer Alan B). Each Ranger was very knowledgeable and we had a great time in their company. Raymond certainly was a skilled tracker! We were lucky enough to see the Big 5 and multiple times. The encounter with lions and elephants was at very close quarters! Shadrack was the chef de parti and he also showed his comedy side on announcing each meal. The food was wholesome and filling. During the day between drives, we took lunch and relaxed. This trip has been a highlight of our South African tour and is among the best of any of our travel experiences. The Shindzela team have the right balance, we feel, between comforts and being at one with nature. Don’t change anything! (PS Good WiFi signal was a bonus). Thanks, Stuart & Sarah
Dan
10.0
/ 10
Beautiful place. Friendly well informed staff. The place to go if you want to be close to the bush. In my opinion better than places that cost twice the price. Thumbs up!
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1 Jonniesdale Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa, 1380
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1 Jonniesdale Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa, 1380
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Location
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is located in area / city Bushbuckridge.
About Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp.
Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones.
24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from Shindzela Tented Safari Camp exclusively for you.
With all facilities offered, Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is the right place to stay.
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Things to Do
- Outdoor pool
- Garden
- Pool sun loungers
General
- Smoking area
- Parking
- Terrace
Public Facilities
- Others
- Restaurant
- Safety deposit box
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
- Bar
Hotel Services
- 24-hour Receptionist
- Laundry service
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Shuttle Service
- Airport transfer (surcharge)
Nearby Facilities
- Souvenir shop
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1390 per person (one-way)
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent
- Facilities fee: ZAR 220 per person, per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Airport shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 1390 (one-way)
- Resort fee: ZAR 220 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Tax ID - 4130203856
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Air conditioning and heating are not provided
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. If driving, please contact this property in advance for more information (e.g., directions). For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. Safaris must be booked 30 days in advance of arrival.
Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 15
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
12:00 - 14:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.
General Information
Popular Facilities | Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 12:00 - 14:00 - to 11:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp | 8 |
Another facilities in Shindzela Tented Safari Camp | Outdoor pool, Garden, Pool sun loungers, Smoking area, Parking |
Frequently asked question in Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
What are available facilities at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
There are top facilites at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp such as Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
The standard check-in time at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is starting from 12:00 - 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Shindzela Tented Safari Camp provide breakfast?
Yes, Shindzela Tented Safari Camp provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp?
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp has 8 rooms in total.
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HappyCamper
10.0
/10
Reviewed 551 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Shindzela offers the type of safari experience that is sadly dying out, to be replaced by glitzy, costly options that separate visitors from the real bush.
Our guide was excellent; calm & professional even when another group was shrieking and whooping (TIP, wild animals prefer quiet).
Our tracker was keen-eyed, polite and focussed.
The cooking/cleaning staff clearly took pride in their work.
I feel Shindzela is excellent value for money and should form a part of many more travellers' trips. It is intimate and honest but not for people who expect a 5 star spa.
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Keith
10.0
/10
Reviewed 557 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Absolutely amazing place - great safari location
Stuart
10.0
/10
Reviewed 570 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
My wife and I spent 4 nights at Shindzela Tented Bush Camp and were extremely pleased with the experience. From the outset, Carolien was very efficient in providing all requested information before we arrived and the driving directions were faultless. Although having no previous experience of a safari, we chose this because we would be in a small group (8 tents) in a comfortable but basic environment with the focus on learning about the environment and the animals and birds living there. We had 4 morning safari drives, starting at about 5:45 am and 4 evening drives starting at about 3:45pm. Each lasted 3 hours. Andre was our Ranger for the first 6 drives and then Wiann and Raymond (tracker) for the remainder. (We overlapped with another reviewer Alan B). Each Ranger was very knowledgeable and we had a great time in their company. Raymond certainly was a skilled tracker! We were lucky enough to see the Big 5 and multiple times. The encounter with lions and elephants was at very close quarters! Shadrack was the chef de parti and he also showed his comedy side on announcing each meal. The food was wholesome and filling. During the day between drives, we took lunch and relaxed. This trip has been a highlight of our South African tour and is among the best of any of our travel experiences. The Shindzela team have the right balance, we feel, between comforts and being at one with nature. Don’t change anything! (PS Good WiFi signal was a bonus). Thanks, Stuart & Sarah
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Dan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 654 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Beautiful place. Friendly well informed staff. The place to go if you want to be close to the bush. In my opinion better than places that cost twice the price. Thumbs up!
SteveAndRegina
10.0
/10
Reviewed 719 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We had a fantastic 3 day safari in early January 2012. The staff and the service was excellent! We wanted an authentic safari experience and found it perfectly at shindzela. The half tent / half hut give enough creature comforts while allowing you to feel that you are in the midst of the bush! Everything is kept very clean in this very well organized and maintained camp. The staff provide excellent food and create a very relaxed atmosphere that allowed us to get the most from our safari. Morning and evening safaris were mainly in vehicles but with the staff readily organize walking safaris on foot with a a day or two's notice - something hat is well wealth doing! Our guides were extremely experienced and very knowledgable about the flora & fauna. They have managed to avoid a commercial feel and offered us a chance to really feel we were close to nature. Thank you to Mike, Sam & team - you gave us a wonderful experience.
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Anne
10.0
/10
Reviewed 743 week(s) ago
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If you want to experience the real Africa, this is the place for you. This was our first trip to Aftrica. The staff make all the difference here. We saw so much in three days and learned so much more, even about the ones we didn't see.
The "room" is a tent on a platform with a toilet and hot water showers. The food is outstanding. No electricity, but everything you need. Our travel arrangements from Johannesburg and back were made by the camp and timed perfectly. We thought it was a 'once in a lifetime' trip but we can't wait to go back! The sound of the lions at night, right outside the camp, is not to be missed!
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Donal + Laura
10.0
/10
Reviewed 756 week(s) ago
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This is the first time I've bothered to review a hotel but Shindzela is deservign of all the praise it gets. Fantastic experience with great food, safari drives, rangers.... Could not recommend this highly enough.
Christian
6.0
/10
Reviewed 405 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Vorweg muss man sagen: Wir hatten schlechtes Wetter. 20 Grad, Sturm und etwas Regen erwartet man einfach im Sommer nicht. Auf den Games Drives haben wir z.T. gefroren… Aber wir haben Löwen mit Jungen gesehenen, was absolut toll war, und ein Black Rhino, was wirklich sehr selten ist. Aber ansonsten muss ich sagen, dass wir doch von Timbavati Gebiet etwas enttäuscht waren. Wir hatten uns mehr Tiere versprochen… Und dazu kommt, dass das Essen (für den Preis) doch eher „überschaubar“ war (aber für mich wurde auch extra laktosefrei gekocht!). Die Zelte sind sehr dunkel und nicht wirklich gemütlich… aber das darf man bei Zelten i.d.R. auch nicht erwarten. Die Staff war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit unser Guide und Sam als Tracker waren wirklich klasse und konnte uns viel (neues) über die Natur und die Tiere erzählen. Trotzdem (vielleicht lag es auch am Wetter) waren wir nicht ganz zufrieden – gerade bei dem Preis, der zwar im Vergleich zu anderen Lodges im Timbavati Reserve geringer ist, aber im Vergleich z.B. zu unserem Favorit Tshukudu Bush Camp doch trotzdem deutlich höher liegt. Und natürlich gibt es auch keine Garantie für Tiersichtungen. Vielleicht haben wir einfach Pech gehabt?!
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Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 440 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Une horreur pour y arriver! Google map pas à jour qui fait passer pas une route privée que l'on ne peut en fait pas utiliser. Résultat, le camp est à 2h de route de Kruger Orpen gate et non pas 30min! Nous sommes parties de Kruger à 4h30 et nous sommes arrivés à 18h30 au campement après 1h de route de nuit dans le bush à voir des éléphants et des hyènes traverser le chemin de terre sur lequel ns étions. Horrible!
Frais supplémentaires à ajouter au prix de la chambre: 140ZAR entrée de la réserve + 400ZAR conservation fees qui n'étaient pas prévu!
Mis à part cela, tout était parfait une fois sur place mais il faut réellement arriver avant la nuit.
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Dagmar
8.0
/10
Reviewed 444 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Unvergleichliche Erlebnisse. Die Tiere, die Atmosphäre, duschen unter freiem Himmel...
Benjamin
10.0
/10
Reviewed 571 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Perfekte Übernachtung. Immer wieder gerne.
Fredrik
10.0
/10
Reviewed 581 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
En safarilodge är mycket mer än bara ett hotell, så min recension och de betyg jag gav utgår ifrån vad jag tycker att man bör förvänta sig av en safarilodge. Detta är inte en av de lyxigaste lodgerna, utan ett "tältläger" där man offrar vissa bekvämligheter för en avslappnad stämning som jag tycker passar mycket bättre på en safari än ett "lyxhotell" (som många av lodgerna försöker vara). Oerhört duktiga och serviceinriktade spårare och guider, god och vällagad mat och en trevlig och avslappnad stämning. En helt underbar safariupplevelse med andra ord! Jag vill dock tillägga att detta var min första safari, så jag har ingenting att jämföra med. Huruvida den här lodgen är bättre eller sämre än någon annan låter jag därför vara osagt.
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