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Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Wildlife Lodge

Trip Advisor Rating '.$item_trip.' Our Rating 9.8
 

Tinga Lodge, a luxurious retreat in a private concession of Kruger National Park, captures the romance of a classic safari along the Sabie River. Its nine elegant suites offer an intimate, sensory-rich escape.

Each spacious suite, set privately on a high riverbank, features a private plunge pool, deck with wildlife views, en-suite bathroom with mosquito-netted beds, minibar, and air-conditioning, blending pioneer-era charm with modern comfort. The Hinkwenu Residence, a standalone bush retreat, offers two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, a private pool, and dedicated hospitality, ensuring an exclusive experience.

The main lodge boasts a bar lounge, library, guest pool, and boma for starlit dining, with meals served outdoors, in the dining area, or privately, with special diets accommodated upon request. The spa sala provides rejuvenating massages, while the Tinyeleti Treehouse offers a luxurious starry-night retreat with bathroom facilities and hot water, bookable alongside lodge accommodation for a unique wilderness experience.

Morning and evening game drives, guided bush walks, river walks, astronomy, and cultural visits showcase the reserve's Big Five, leopards, 137 mammal species, and over 450 bird varieties across 12,400 hectares. Located 5 km from Skukuza Airport and 20 minutes from Paul Kruger Gate, Tinga Lodge delivers a soulful blend of refined luxury and unparalleled wildlife encounters.

Available Board

Full Board

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Game Drives
  • Kids' Club

Wellness

  • 2 Outdoor Pools
  • Spa Facilities
  • Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre

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5 rating
January 2026

Highly recommend! The lodge is beautiful and offers a very unique experience because the property is not fenced so you encounter animals and feel like you’re truly in the bush. The staff goes above...

5 rating
January 2026

I cannot recommend Lion Sands Tings highly enough!!! Our stay was absolutely perfect and there is not one thing that I would change. The staff were extremely warm and attentive, the food was...

5 rating
November 2025

What an experience at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. This was my first time visiting Kruger, and it did not disappoint. The lodge staff were incredible, from our host Mr. T to every single person that made...

4 rating
October 2025

An amazing 3 days at the Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. Our experienced guide Ben doing his best for our experience, the Manager making sure everything is done for the best of our experience. He has been...

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Average Weather

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Mar
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€1317 Per Person

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