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Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Thornybush Game Lodge

Wildlife Lodge

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

Thornybush Game Lodge, a distinguished five-star retreat in the heart of the 14,000-hectare Thornybush Nature Reserve, offers an unparalleled Big Five safari experience. Nestled within the Greater Kruger National Park, it blends elegant luxury with the vibrant wilderness.

The 18 stylish air-conditioned luxury suites and two family suites, each with extensive living areas, feature full en-suite bathrooms, private decks, and outdoor showers, opening to sweeping savannah vistas and an active waterhole. Kamara House, an exclusive-use villa, provides a private safari with a dedicated guide and chef, ensuring bespoke comfort for groups amidst the reserve's diverse mammal and bird species.

Exquisite cuisine, served in the refined dining area or under starlit skies, showcases fresh, local ingredients, complemented by a stylish bar offering signature cocktails. Twice-daily game drives in open Land Cruisers, led by expert guides and trackers, deliver thrilling encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and more, while walking safaris reveal the bush's intricate details. The intimate library, Wellness Centre with rejuvenating treatments, gym, and pool overlooking a dry riverbed enhance relaxation.

With over 60 years of safari excellence, Thornybush Game Lodge combines warm, personalised hospitality with unrivalled wildlife viewing. Located in a pristine African bushveld, it offers a seamless fusion of sophisticated comfort and the untamed allure of South Africa's iconic wilderness, creating a truly life-changing experience.

Available Board

All Inclusive

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Game Drives

Wellness

  • 3 Outdoor Pools
  • Full Body Massage
  • Hand Massage
  • Head Massage
  • Couples Massage
  • Foot Massage
  • Neck Massage
  • Back Massage
  • Spa/Wellness Packages
  • Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
  • Spa Facilities
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna

General

  • Invoice Provided
  • Private Check-in/Check-out
  • Concierge Service
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Hotel Reviews

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5 rating
January 2026

We recently spent 3 incredible nights at Thorny Bush Lodge with our family, our kids aged 10 and 16 from Australia along with my parents visiting from the US. It was the most memorable...

5 rating
November 2025

Wow! Just Wow! What an amazing experience! The staff, the food, the lodgings, the game drives - all exceptional! Our guide, Kilmon, and tracker, Lot (the A Team), were informative, knowledgeable...

5 rating
November 2025

We stayed at Waterbuck Lodge. Only 4 rooms. Very personal and luxurious. The staff, especially Chantelle, did all they could to make us comfortable. Our ranger, Cole, and tracker, Vusi, were so...

5 rating
October 2025

My husband and I went on safari as a "bucket list" trip for my milestone birthday. It was everything we could have hoped for, and more. From the moment we arrived at Thornybush, we were treated like...

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Average Weather

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Ave Monthly Rain mm

Jan
32
69
Feb
32
93
Mar
32
55
Apr
30
24
May
28
12
Jun
26
3
Jul
26
4
Aug
28
6
Sep
30
9
Oct
31
36
Nov
32
50
Dec
32
96

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