Our Lodge

Overview

An Affordable Safari Lodge opens up the Kruger National Park to the World

Thornhill Safari Lodge, an affordable Safari Lodge, located within the Greater Kruger Park ecosystem, South Africa. We are a mere 40 kilometres from the Kruger Park’s Orpen gate, which only further boosts our appeal among visitors.

Our location is considered a premier eco-tourism destination thanks to its close proximity to many different wildlife and game species, and its ever-present views of the majestic Drakensberg Escarpment.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our friendly staff that will make you feel at home with our relaxed atmosphere. We are proud of our long history of satisfied visitors who have visited and returned time and again, and look forward to welcoming you to our safari lodge.

Our lodge is located deep in the African bush, and we go out of our way to provide our guests with an authentic African safari experience throughout their stay.

Highlights
Located in the premier eco-tourist destination area
We offer affordable getaways
Big 5 game drives are conducted daily
Get Up Close And Personal with Africa

For the wildlife and game lover, the 147 species of mammals, 507 bird species and 33 species of amphibians will keep you fascinated during your stay at Thornhill Safari Lodge. Let us provide you with an authentic African safari and help you experience Africa the way it was always meant to be.

We welcome you to our safari lodge and will always go the extra mile to make your stay as memorable and enjoyable as possible. Contact us to learn more about our African safari lodge, and to book your stay at one of the leading Kruger Park lodges today.

Learn More About Thornhill Safari Lodge in The Greater Kruger National Park

At Thornhill Safari Lodge, we have worked hard to grow into one of the leading safari lodges in the Greater Kruger National Park. Throughout the years, we have grown to become a popular destination for both South African and foreign visitors in search of an authentic African safari experience. We are proud of our excellent reputation in the hospitality industry and we constantly strive to raise the standards of excellence of our industry even further.

When you book your stay at Thornhill Safari Lodge, you can look forward to a world class accommodation and safari experience. Aside from offering luxury accommodations in the heart of Africa, we also provide many exciting safari activities. These activities include guided nature walks throughout the Guernsey Nature Reserve, and Big 5 Game drives conducted daily into the Kruger National Park and Thornybush Private Game Reserve.

Book Your Stay at The Kruger National Park’s Leading Safari Lodge

Our team of seasoned professionals always goes the extra mile to ensure our valued guests enjoy a luxury stay during their time at our safari lodge. Let us help you get up close and personal with Africa, and help you to experience it the way it is meant to be enjoyed. While visiting, you can also take up any of the other optional tours to places of interest available to you.

These tours include a tour of the Panorama route, including the Blyde River Canyon and a day trip up Mariepskop, the highest peak on the Northern Drakensberg. These are only a few of the many tours and activities that await you when you book your stay at Thornhill Safari Lodge. Should the need arise, we also cater for group bookings, individual guests and self-drive safaris.

Our team is also able to accommodate fly-in safaris and honeymoon parties. We can arrange transfers from both the Eastgate and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airports. These are only a few of the many ways that our dedicated team continues to go out of their way to make our guests’ stays as enjoyable and relaxed as possible.

Contact our reservationists and secure your booking at Thornhill Safari Lodge today to avoid disappointment. We look forward to welcoming you to our world class African safari lodge, and to provide you with all the information you need to make a well informed decision regarding where to spend your time in the heart of Africa.

Facilities & Services

Reception

Open from 07:30 until late – the manager on duty will help you with all your requests and booking of optional activities.

Lounge & Reading Area

Lounge around in the public reading area and enjoy a relaxing afternoon or play one of our board games.

Swimming Pool

The pool is used at own risk at all times. Minors must be under adult supervision.

Bar

Our bar is open all day – we serve soft drinks, local beers, South African wines and great cocktails and liqueurs.

Internet Facilities

For all your internet enquiries, please ask the lodge management for assistance. The lodge is equipped with a Wi-Fi connection in the communal areas only.

Binoculars

We do hightly recommend that you bring a pair of binoculars on safari. They are quite useful for the Kruger trips, especially in the summer when the bush is very thick and for birding enthusiasts.

Health Requirements

Malaria precautions are advised in summer (October – April). We strongly suggest that you make use of the mosquito nets provided. Mosquito repellent cream is available in your bathroom. If necessary, we have insect repellent sprays at your disposal as well.

Special Dietary Requirements

If you have any special dietary requirements, please talk to us so that we can arrange the proper meals with our kitchen. If you are celebrating your birthday while staying with us, please let us know and we will prepare a special cake.

Meals

Breakfast between 07:30 and 09:30
Lunch between 13:00 and 14:00
Dinner is at 19:30
Meals are announced by the rhythmic beating of the drums – don’t miss it!

Payments

Your bar account, together with any optional activity, must be settled in full prior to your departure. We are a cashless business but we do accept all major visa and mastercards. Regretfully we do not accept American Express or diners club cards.

Safety Deposit

We have a safety deposit box in each room for your valuables. Please arrange with lodge management. Keys for the room are available at reception.

Laundry Service

We provide a laundry service for personal items. Please ask for a bag at reception. Laundry will be available within 24 hours. Cost per bag: R300.00 per half bag and R600.00 per full bag

Tips

Although not compulsory, tips are welcome – there is a tip box in the office. It will be distributed in full to the staff who will share it.

Water

Our water originates from a river – drinking water is supplied in the rooms in a silver jug. We kindly ask you to use the water sparingly.

Wildlife

Please note that we sometimes get visits from baboons and monkeys around the lodge. Thus please keep the windows and doors closed while not in the room. Please do not fee any of the animals.
Contacts
Availability
Our central reservations team is available during office hours
Office Hours
Monday to Friday - 8am to 5pm