Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

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Description

Nestled deep within the heart of the Southern Kruger National Park, Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is where untamed wilderness meets timeless romance.

Here, just nine elegant suites — each a blend of classic colonial charm and contemporary indulgence — open onto sweeping views of the Sabie River.

From your private deck, watch elephants bathe at dusk or listen to the haunting call of a distant lion as twilight settles over the bush.

Every suite is a sanctuary of luxury, featuring en-suite bathrooms, cozy lounge areas, and private plunge pools for moonlit dips beneath a canopy of stars.

Tinga Lodge invites you to experience the wild in comfort and style.

Wake to birdsong and the scent of the earth after rain. Embark on intimate game drives that bring you close to Africa’s most iconic wildlife, then return to a crackling fire, a glass of fine wine, and candlelit dining beneath the stars.

Let the cares of the world melt away with a massage, or simply savor the serenity of nature all around you.

With every detail thoughtfully curated, even dietary needs are lovingly accommodated with customized menus, arranged with care ahead of your stay.

But perhaps the most enchanting experience of all awaits those seeking magic and memory — an overnight stay in a luxury treehouse under the African sky.

Perched high above the ground, these starlit sanctuaries are designed for dreamers, lovers, and seekers of solitude.

As the bush whispers around you and constellations stretch endlessly overhead, you’ll find yourself wrapped in a night unlike any other — safe, serene, and infinitely romantic.

Whether you're celebrating love, craving adventure, or simply escaping the ordinary, Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers a storybook safari experience — written just for you.

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Sleeps	Room type
2 adults	Luxury Suite
2 Adults and 2 Kids	Hinkweni Villa

Reasons to choose

Situated at the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve

Overlooks the Sabie River

Excellent game viewing opportunities

9 luxury suites along the Sabie River

Huge variety of activities

Children 10 years and older are welcome

Facilities

General

24-hour reception
Restaurant
Hotel bar
Conference rooms
Swimming pool
Deck chairs/Sun loungers
Wellness Centre / Spa
PC with internet
Car Park
Airport Shuttle
Eco Friendly

Activities

Discover the Big Five, follow leopard tracks and be amazed at the birdlife to be found in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve.

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers guided morning and evening game drives, as well as offering wildlife enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the magnificence of African nature en foot.

During a guided bush walk one cannot help but be amazed by the intricacies of nature and symbiosis of its parts.

In addition Tinga Lodge also hosts night walks during which you will discover South Africa’s glittering starry skies.

Bush breakfasts or dinners, as well as river tours and cultural visits are also on offer.

Game Drives
Bird watching
Bush Walks
Night walks
Bush breakfasts or dinners
River tours
Stargazing

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Rates

2026

Dates	Room Type	Board Basis	Rate
04 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026	Luxury Suite	Per person per night sharing	From $1795
04 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026	Hinkweni Villa	Per unit per night	From $9758
01 June 2026 - 30 Sept 2026	Luxury Suite	Per person per night sharing	From $2036
01 June 2026 - 30 Sept 2026	Hinkweni Villa	Per unit per night	From $14403
01 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026	Luxury Suite	Per person per night sharing	From $1938
01 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026	Hinkweni Villa	Per unit per night	From $13659
20 Dec 2026 - 03 Jan 2027	Luxury Suite	Per person per night sharing	From $2036
20 Dec 2026 - 03 Jan 2027	Hinkweni Villa	Per unit per night	From $14403

2027

Dates	Room Type	Board Basis	Rate
04 Jan 2027 - 31 May 2027	Luxury Suite	Per person per night sharing	From $1938
04 Jan 2027 - 31 May 2027	Hinkweni Villa	Per unit per night	From $13659

INCLUDED IN THE RATES

Luxurious accommodation
All meals
Two game drives daily
Game drive refreshments and snacks
Specified inclusive safari activities
Skukuza Airport transfers
Wi-Fi
Specialist activities included: Game drives, bush walks, hippo experience, stargazing, wildlife lectures, bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and bush dinners; Community visits (MORE Community Trust - excludes weekends, school holidays and public holidays, Mack & Madi children's programme