Thornybush Game Reserve – Smáhýsi

Frederic Þýskaland

We had an amazing stay at the Tangala Safari Camp. Especially the kindness of the staff and the Safari Tours (2 x per day included) made our vacation unforgettable. The camp and our room/tent was perfectly clean and the food was very good (e.g. homemade granola for breakfast, different salads and sides for high tea and a 3 course dinner with different meat/fish and vegetables) The camp is perfectly located, with a lot of wildlife around. Different animals are using the waterhole that is just some meters away from the camp and some of the smaller animals also walking around within the camp. A usual day would start at 5:00 with a coffee/tea and the morning Safari at 5:30. After the return at the camp we would usually make use of the pool/enjoying the South African sun. High Tea was served at 15:00 and the second Safari of the day would start at 15:30. The Safari itself was unbelievable. The Guides/Trackers are awesome. We have been able to see the Big 5. After the first Safari, we thought we have seen already everything. However, each of the trips were different and stunning. We saw the animals in there natural environment (e.g. Elephants bathing, lions eating a Zebra, Buffalos taking a mud bath). All-in-all an amazing experience.

Thomas H. Bandaríkin

From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the staff at Waterbuck Game Lodge did everything to make our stay unforgettable. The rooms were gorgeous, with everything one could ask for. The drives were unforgettable, and while of course you cannot really plan on what you’re gonna see, everything in the power was done by our guide Matt and his tracker Solly to find the animals we were hoping to see. To see the beautiful Sengile, and to meet the youngest Avoca daughter, her mom, aunt, her dad and two uncles will be something we shall never forget!

Marimuthu Suður-Afríka

Breakfast was excellent and they made what I Requested . Very grateful

Kevin Bandaríkin

The staff and accommodations were absolutely wonderful. We were greeted upon arrival to warm smiles, clear instructions on what to expect for the trip, and a beautiful main lodge. The rooms were incredible - all of the extras (plunge pools, fire places, and shower / sink amenities were well above our expectations. The game drives were fantastic - we had some amazing sightings and the guides were always able to spot what was on our wish list for the day. My best advice is to let them lead you to what they think is exciting and keep an open mind! Hearing that the lodge is still under South African ownership was also a major plus for us.

filippo Ítalía

Into the wild with animals freely feeding and eating in the lodge garden

Peter Holland

Kindness and hospitality of the staff was great!! Furthermore the location is superb. Very quiet and with the beautiful nature all around you.

Selota Suður-Afríka

The place is so peaceful, we enjoyed the breakfast, the rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly, will definitely visit again