Thornybush Game Lodge, the original Thornybush establishment, has changed and evolved since 1961 to the sophisticated, down-to-each luxury lodge it is today. Warm-hearted staff, expert guides and unobstructed views of the waterhole from the deck are standout features.
Thornybush is one of the original nature reserves in the Greater Kruger National Park, with the first lodge opening its doors in 1961. Since then, Thornybush has added 11 more lodges to its collection and now operates in both the Thornybush and Sabi Sand Private Nature Reserves.
Along the way, we’ve been involved in a range of wildlife projects such as the first translocation of an entire elephant herd from Kruger, one of the first leopard introductions onto a private reserve, extensive studies of pangolins and the first release of a black rhino onto a private nature reserve in the lowveld.
In 2017, Thornybush dropped its fences adjoining the world-famous Kruger National Park, allowing for new herds of wildlife to roam freely across the 14,000-hectare reserve and realise our full potential as a private nature reserve.
Private and stylishly decorated, the Luxury Suites are a joy to spend a night in and difficult to leave.
The large windows above the bath and giant sliding doors to the deck offer incredible views of the riverbed and any animals that may be wallowing there.
Each suite has an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower and has been carefully designed and spaced to provide privacy. The elegant finishes and extremely comfortable beds complete the impressive rooms.
For more info, check out Thornybush Game Lodge
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