Kambaku River Sands

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Property highlights

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About this property

Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kambaku River Sands features game drives and bush walks. The lodge also offers an outdoor swimming pool, spa and communal lounge with two open fireplaces. Each luxury, air-conditioned suite comes with a private viewing deck. It also includes a seating area with a minibar and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom has a spa bath and separate double shower. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, the sauna or fitness centre at the on-site spa. The bar overlooks the watering hole where elephants and other animals come to drink. Meals are all-inclusive, and local African cuisine is served around the open-air boma bonfire. Free Wi-Fi is available in the main lounge. Kambuku River Sands is located along the western border of Kruger National Park, 25 km from the Orpen Gate. Hoedspruit is 35 km away and Hendrik Van Eck Airport is 100 km from the lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Fitness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • FREE private parking!

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Guests who stayed here loved

Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What. A. Place. There isn’t a rating high enough. The rooms and lodge were beautiful, the rangers and guides were fabulous, animals sighting unbelievable. Staff were exceptional.”
Judy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The lodge was beautiful and the rooms incredible. Friendly helpful staff who couldn’t do enough for you. amazing food.”
Claire
France France
“Très bel établissement Vous pouvez voir les éléphants depuis la piscine Personnel accueillant et cherchant à faire plaisir Seul petit bémol sur le ménage Mal exécuté / sol sale et présence de sable dans les draps”
Ana
Spain Spain
“Todo! Un lujo de sitio. La habitación, la comida, los safaris, y el personal. Muy recomendable vivir la experiencia de una reserva privada y no puedo opinar sobre las demás, pero ésta es estupenda.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Kambaku River Sands

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Fitness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Kambaku River Sands takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.

Please inform Kambaku River Sands in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.