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Thornhill Safari Lodge offers an authentic and immersive Kruger Safari experience, blending exhilarating Big Five game drives with enriching local cultural encounters, all while providing luxurious and comfortable Kruger accommodation. The lodge can accommodate up to 42 guests, featuring 13 elegantly designed rooms, as well as a spacious manor house that can host up to 10 people - ideal for larger groups or families. Guests can enjoy full-board dining, ensuring that all meals are taken care of, or opt for self-catering in the manor house for added flexibility and privacy.

Located within the Greater Kruger Park ecosystem, Thornhill Safari Lodge is just 40 km from Kruger Park’s Orpen Gate in South Africa, placing you in one of the world’s premier eco-tourism destinations. The lodge offers stunning, uninterrupted views of the majestic Drakensberg Escarpment, enhancing your safari experience with a breathtaking natural backdrop.

For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment in the comfort of your own room or on the serene viewing deck - treatments are available at an additional cost and must be pre-booked to guarantee availability.

With complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, Thornhill Safari Lodge ensures a seamless blend of nature, comfort, and luxury. The friendly, attentive staff will welcome you upon arrival, making sure your stay is relaxed, memorable, and truly reflective of South Africa’s wild beauty and hospitality.

Area Info:

*Thornhill Safari Lodge is located within the Greater Kruger Park ecosystem – in South Africa, a mere 40km from Kruger Park’s Orpen gate. This area is a premier eco-tourist destination, with ever-present views of the Drakensberg Escarpment

*You will be welcomed to Thornhill by our friendly staff and you will feel at home with our relaxed atmosphere

Attractions:

Experience the thrill of tracking Africa’s Big Five, namely Buffalo, Rhino, Elephant, Lion and Leopard through the African bush on dawn and dusk game drives in open Safari Vehicles exploring the magnificent Kruger National Park and other local Big 5 game reserves.

The world-renowned Kruger National Park was established in 1898 to conserve the wildlife and natural environment of this unique region. The park is more than 350km long and 90km at its widest, covering more than 2 million hectares or 19 000 km².

Health and Climate:

Worries of Malaria are often expressed by those visiting the Kruger Park, Malaria is a disease that is very possible to pick up while in the park and the park has been noted as one of the two South African Parks situated in Malaria risk areas. Malaria is, however, not a common occurrence even in the summer months of visiting the park. Malaria risk is mainly found near the borders of Mozambique and that the contraction of said disease is a highly unlikely outcome of your visit to our park.

Malaria is a mosquito borne disease transmitted exclusively through the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito. The highest risk period is between November and April – the end of the summer rainy season. Following the bite of an infected mosquito, an individual may remain asymptomatic for 12 to 35 days, depending on the species of malaria. This is known as the incubation period.

Rooms and Units Available:

Family Suite

The Family suite boasts with a king-sized bed and two single beds. En-suite bathroom with a shower. Air conditioning, bathroom amenities for convenience, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities, safe. Stepping out onto your terrace with breath taking views.

Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 4 Adults

Luxury Honeymoon Suite

Luxury Honeymoon suite boats with a king-sized bed. En-suite bathroom with corner bath and indoor and outdoor shower. Air conditioning, bathroom amenities, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities, safe and a terrace overlooking the breath-taking nature.

Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults

Manor House

Our Self-catering Manor house sleeps 10 guests. Two bedrooms are en-suite with a corner bath and outdoor shower, three bedrooms have a shared bathroom with only a shower. Easy access to the main lodge’s swimming pool, restaurant, bar and viewing deck.

Sleeps 10 Adults

Standard Double Room

Standard double room is equipped with a double bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. Air conditioning, bathroom amenities, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities and safe. Step out onto your terrace surrounded by nature and animals.

Amount of similar units: 5
Sleeps 2 Adults

Standard Single Room

The Standard single room comes with one single bed and a en-suite bathroom with a shower, Air conditioning, bathroom amenities, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities, safe and a terrace boasting with stunning views of nature.

Sleeps 1 Adult

Standard Triple Room

Our Standard triple room comes with 3 single beds or a king and a single. Enjoy an en-suite bathroom with a shower, Air conditioning,  bathroom amenities, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities and a safe. From your terrace, you will enjoy stunning views.

Sleeps 3 Adults

Standard Twin Room

The Standard twin room is equipped with two single beds that can also be converted into a king. Enjoy a en-suite bathroom with a shower, Air conditioning, bathroom amenities, Ceiling fan, coffee/tea facilities, safe and a terrace overlooking the nature.

Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Airport Shuttle Service
Laundry Service
Special Meals on Request
Wedding facilities
Bar on the Premises
Dining room
Restaurant
Spa
Cots available
Fireplace on the Premises
Garden
Internet Access
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Xhosa / Zulu
Swimming Pool
No Pets Allowed
Nature
Safaries

Cancellation Policy:

- 100% of booking total will be forfeited if guest cancels 14 days before arrival

Terms and Conditions

Thank you for booking with Thornhill Safari Lodge. 

Kindly note our terms and conditions:
• The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.
• The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.
• Check in: 14h00 – 20h00.
• Check out: 10h00.
• All rooms rate basis is Full board- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• The Manor house can do Self-Catering.
• R165 per vehicle payable via credit card at the reserve gate.
• Enjoy a luxurious spa treatment in the comfort of your own room or on the viewing deck – additional cost, must be pre booked.
• Game drives and Bush walks are available on request.
• Pet policy:  No pets allowed.
• Housekeeping is included in the Rate.
• No smoking in rooms, there are designated smoking areas outside.
We look forward to your stay with us.

Directions:

Directions to / from Johannesburg / Pretoria

Take the N4 from Johannesburg / Pretoria. Bypass Witbank and Middelburg, turn off at Belfast R33 continue onto Belfast. From Belfast take the R540 to Dullstroom and then on to Lydenburg. From Lydenburg take the R36 to Orighstad and continue straight until you pass through the JG Strijdom Tunnel.

From the tunnel continue for approximately 27 km before turning right at the Reptile Park, taking the R531 towards Orpen. Continue straight for about 30km, until the R531 becomes the R40, following the direction to White River. After +/- 2km on the R40, turn left on the R531, direction Orpen Gate.

Drive for about 2 km. At the sign posted Guernsey, turn left onto the dirt road. Pass through the security gate. Continue along the dirt road for about 8 km until you see the signpost for The Guernsey Private Nature Reserve on your right hand side.

Turn right into a corridor road and travel until you reach the entrance gates to the Guernsey Private Nature Reserve. Once inside, follow the wooden signs to Thornhill Safari Lodge.


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Children Policy


*  Up to the ages of 5: Stay for free
*  Up to the ages of 12: Pay a sharing rate of 50%

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  • Accommodation Type: Game Lodge
  • Malaria Area: Yes
  • Sleeps: 42
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM