ANDBEYOND NGALA TENTED CAMP

AndBeyond Ngala Tented Camp is located within the Timbavati Game Reserve, forming part of the greater Kruger National Park of South Africa.

Set within South Africa’s largest and most well-known game reserve in the world, Ngala Private Game Reserve offers not only one of the most incredible Big Five wildlife experiences but also an intimate one due to our exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares (36,000 acres) of wilderness land.

Safaris at Ngala are led by expert AndBeyond-trained ranger and tracker teams, that ensure sensitive off-roading practices to allow close-up game sightings of elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion, leopard, African wild dog, and more.

Accommodation at AndBeyond Ngala Tented Camp in Timbavati:

Chic and contemporary, AndBeyond Ngala Tented Camp comprises just nine intimate and luxurious suites, making it a perfect exclusive-use option for a small family or group of friends.

The tents are set on raised platforms and cleverly designed to blend into the riverside trees, minimising the impact on the environment.

Each tent has an ensuite bathroom, swirling overhead fan, air conditioning, outdoor bathtubs and showers, snug electric blankets for winter, and private expansive wooden decks.

The elegant guest areas overlook the seasonal Timbavati River and are the ideal tranquil location to enjoy a quiet book or a refreshing drink.

Celebrating a refined balance between traditional and contemporary, camp interiors combine local Shangaan-inspired mid-century silhouettes with regional embroidered designs and textiles, all against the backdrop of its signature granite stone and canvas.

Expansive alfresco decks with reticulated awnings provide ample choice for dining options as well as the perfect vantage point to spend some leisure time gazing out onto the shaded riverbed.

Much loved by both guests and thirsty wildlife visitors, the camp’s large rim-flow swimming pool, as well as the surrounding deck, also boasts magnificent riverbed views.

Seek refuge from the sun in the secluded guest salas, perfect for poolside lounging or casual dining.

Or unwind in between your safari adventures in the expansive massage sala, featuring a relaxing outdoor treatment area.

A well-equipped gym completes the holistic wellness offering. Peaceful and gracious, Ngala Tented Camp welcomes children over 12 years old.

Safari at AndBeyond Ngala Tented Camp in Timbavati:

Think safari and you’re likely to conjure up adventure-filled fantasies of game drives through pristine African wilderness, encountering magnificent wildlife such as elephants, lions, or buffalo along the way. South Africa plays host to an amazing array of wildlife sanctuaries; however, the iconic destination of the Kruger National Park takes pride of place as one of the world’s most renowned safari havens.

A game drive here promises an exceptional experience.

AndBeyond Ngala Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned wildlife sanctuary, which also happens to be one of the biggest game reserves in the world.

A spectacular diversity of wildlife moves through this immense wilderness, including breeding herds of elephant, leopard, spotted hyena, giraffe, large buffalo herds, and white rhino.

With its name meaning lion in the local language Shangaan, the Ngala experience lives up to its promise, supporting several large prides of these powerful cats.

African wild dogs can also be spotted moving through the reserve.

Ngala Private Game Reserve has exclusive traversing rights on 14 700 hectares (36 000 acres) of wilderness land, which means our guests can explore the reserve on foot, free from the constraints of roads and vehicles, go on a night drive, or sensitively go off-road enabling you to get closer to wildlife.

Set off in search of the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino) as well as an array of other fascinating creatures such as wild dogs, hippos, cheetahs, and a plethora of bird species.

Game drives accommodate a maximum of six guests and include refreshment stops along the way that allow you to stretch your legs and admire your breathtaking location.

Your guide has been expertly trained on the intricacies of the reserve and its surrounds, offering interesting anecdotes along your journey.

This adventure offers the perfect introduction to South Africa’s wildlife and is a must for first-time safari-goers.

Twice daily safari game drives are included in your rate when staying at one of the lodges at Ngala Private Game Reserve.

Guided Bush Walks at AndBeyond Ngala Tented Camp in Timbavati:

For those looking for an active thrill beyond the excitement of Big Five sightings on a game drive vehicle, a guided bush walk offers an opportunity to connect with the African bush and learn about the fascinating fauna and flora of Ngala Private Game Reserve.

Embark on an adventure where your feet tread in the tracks of Africa’s wild inhabitants, your nostrils fill with the scent of crushed wild grasses as you push through the bush and all six senses reawaken as Africa touches you and you touch Africa.

At one with nature, discover a range of natural wonders in the company of your experienced, walking safari guide.

Learn how to track, seeing how close you can come to smaller game like Impala or Nyala Antelope without them being aware of your presence.

Smell and taste wild herbs, learn their traditional uses, and explore the smaller marvels of the bush, from the magnificent tapestry of a spider’s web to the microscopic world of the dung beetle.

Getting to AndBeyond Ngala Safari Lodge in Timbavati:

Location:

Ngala Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary and one of the biggest game reserves in the world.

The park is located in the north-east of South Africa, in the eastern parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.

Getting to Ngala:

Federal Air offers daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Nelspruit to Ngala Private Game Reserve.

Connect Ngala Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Phinda Private Game Reserve, and the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

There are daily Airlink flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit Airport, which are then followed by a two-hour road transfer.

It is a six-hour drive from Johannesburg, on very good roads, in a two-wheel-drive vehicle.

Please contact us for recommended self-drive routes.