TANDA TULA SAFARI CAMP

Tanda Tula Safari Camp is a luxurious, modern safari camp in the heart of the greater Kruger National Park.

Tanda Tula was launched in 1978.

44 years of transformation has brought us to where we are now: a modern camp inspired by Africans, delivered by Africans, and co-owned by Africans.

Up-close encounters with iconic and endangered animals.

Meaningful conversations with passionate South African conservationists.

And the peace of wild things.

We help protect over 55,000 hectares of land within the world-famous Greater Kruger National Park, one of the world’s finest and most extensive wildlife sanctuaries.

Accommodation at Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

Nine hybrid canvas and glass suites open to an endlessly entertaining but incredibly peaceful bushveld setting.

A secluded hide.

An inviting library.

An open-air bar.

Places to gather.

Or to be alone.

Safari camps shouldn’t just be beautiful.

They should be designed to immerse us in nature and feed our senses.

Newly rearchitected Tanda Tula Safari Camp takes full advantage of its position on the Nhlaralumi River in South Africa’s Timbavati Private Nature Reserve to create intimate guest experiences across the breadth of the camp.

Expect breathtaking natural light.

Walls that disappear.

Shades and textures that reflect your wild surroundings.

The deep aubergine of a purple pod cluster leaf.

Wonderfully textured wood.

The green shades of the silver cluster leaf trees.

The intricate patterns in traditional Tsonga design.

Contemporary local art. Fine linens.

The pulse of the wild. And it’s deep calm.

Each suite is positioned overlooking the stunning Nhlaralumi riverbed with sweeping views of the bush.

The entire front of the suite is a combination of sliding glass doors and canvas sliding walls, allowing the light to flood in.

Outdoor covered decks and private plunge pools, are ideal for dining and relaxing, with sunken bench seating – bringing you closer to nature.

These ecologically sensitive suites are fully ‘off the grid’, powered by solar with water-wise systems.

7 x Safari Suites which consist of one bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, lounge area, and private plunge pool.

Ideal for couples and single guests.

2 x Family Suites which consist of two bedrooms, each with their en-suite bathroom and a shared lounge area and private plunge pool.

Ideal for families with children or friends traveling together.

Suite 3 is configured for guests with disabilities.

Safari’s at Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

There are endless opportunities for adventure.

And rest.

For the curious to learn about nature.

Or just to absorb the atmosphere.

Watch a matriarch and her calves digging in a riverbed.

Sip a sundowner G&T at Sunset Plains.

Taste the tang of the first ripe marulas.

Scour the soil for the tracks of wild dogs.

Have your worries massaged away in our Wellness Nest.

Feed your senses on a quintessentially South African food journey.

Connect with people in the camp.

Or quietly retreat in solitude with a book.

We will tailor your experience to meet any need, quirk, or obsession – for families, photographers, big-cat seekers, avid birders, enthusiastic trackers, or other special-interest travelers.

 

Guided walks through the wilds of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve are more deep immersions than strenuous hikes.

Lead by nature – and our most experienced and passionate guides – you’ll rediscover what it means to be wild.

You’ll experience nature’s finer details.

It’s expert artistry.

It’s an everyday miracle.

And your sense of wonder and curiosity as the experience wakens dormant senses.

And you come fully alive.

 

Tracking is the first science.

It’s the language of our ancestors.

And one that our expert trackers still speak fluently.

It helps them find animals for you to see.

But it’s also so much more than that.

It’s a way of being in the world that is alert.

Tuned in.

Empathetic.

A never-ending conversation with the land.

And something you can experience and learn about firsthand at Tanda Tula.

Dining at Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

Expect local flavours.

Fresh ingredients.

A journey for your palate.

We try to source all our ingredients within 50 miles of our camp.

You’ll have a daily bush breakfast. Light lunches.

Think homemade bread and specialty butter.

Crunchy salads.

Then, South African-inspired dinners that explore regional flavours and cuisines.

Every plate tells a story. And we have a wine cellar with a complex note for every occasion.

Health & Wellness at Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

Spa. Gym. Both. Or either.

Whichever facility you choose, you’ll leave with a rejuvenated body and mind.

Our gym is small but well-equipped.

And air-conditioned.

Our wellness treatments are customized to each guest.

You can book massages, scrubs, and body treats as you wish.

We use gorgeous African products designed to unlock and indulge your senses.

The Location of Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

GPS:  24°20’53.29″S,  31°10’48.27″E

The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve’s immediate neighbors include the Kruger National Park to the east, Umbabat to the north, and the Klaserie and Thornybush Reserves to the west.

While the reserve has been open to the Kruger for more than 30 years, more recently, fences between the Timbavati and its neighbour to the west were also dropped, which opened an additional 14,500 hectares for natural species migration.

Directions to Tanda Tula Safari Camp:

By air:

Two daily scheduled flights on Airlink and Cemair from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, and one daily scheduled flight on Airlink and Cemair from Cape Town to Hoedspruit.

Federal Air flies between Johannesburg and the Timbavati Rockfig Airstrip, with complimentary transfers to camp. Private charters can be arranged with Federal Air.

By road:

Tanda Tula Safari Camp is a 50-minute drive from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport and a 20-minute drive from Timbavati Rockfig Airstrip.

It’s approximately a six-hour drive from Johannesburg International Airport to the camp.