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Cradled in Serenity: Tengile River Lodge

Boasting a name that means "tranquil," Tengile River Lodge lives up to its name in every sense.

Tucked beneath a canopy of leafy trees along the gentle curves of the Sand River, this secluded sanctuary features nine exquisite floating suites—each one a masterpiece of modern safari elegance.

Suspended above the earth and immersed in the soothing hush of the forest, every suite offers uninterrupted views of the river, framed by dappled sunlight and rustling leaves.

Inside, the design blurs the line between indoors and out.

Sunken lounges invite quiet reflection, while sleek bedrooms and open-air bathrooms spill into the forest, creating secluded, immersive spaces that breathe with nature.

Adaptable living areas seamlessly transform to accommodate families, ensuring both intimacy and flexibility.

Between exhilarating game drives, guests can retreat to the serene spa or invigorate themselves at the stylish gym—both thoughtfully placed to continue the lodge’s harmonious blend of wellness and wilderness.

At Tengile, time slows down, senses awaken, and tranquility finds you

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Reasons to choose
Located in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Intimate big game viewing
Beautiful spa and gym
Light carbon footprint with solar power
Smart-design living areas
Eco-friendly lodge with river views
Facilities

General

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Dining Area
  • Meals on Request
  • Lounge
  • View Deck
  • Boma
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Mobile Connectivity
  • Curio Shop
  • Laundry Service
  • 24-hour Security
Activities

Sabi Sands delivers some of the finest Big 5 safari experiences in Africa and is renowned for its exceptional leopard sightings.

The reserve guarantees an exclusive game viewing experience by implementing strict vehicle limits.

A dedicated ranger and tracker team accompany drives going out of their way to track your favourite animals.

Refreshments are provided at a scenic spot during your drive.

To fully absorb Africa’s wild, where each sound, scent and bent blade of grass has a meaning, embark on a walking animal tracking adventure accompanied by an armed specialist ranger and tracker team.

Expert guides will use their extensive experience in wildlife, birding and landscape photography to help you get the shot of a lifetime on a photographic safari.  

Providing advice on shutter speed, lenses, filters, angles, lighting and animal behaviour, our guides are passionate about making sure you capture perfect memories of your luxury African safari.

The on-site spa offers a variety of massages, African handprint and footprint rituals and Quiet Mind Journey massage treatments.

WildChild Beauties and Buddies get to soak their tired little feet in Healing Earth’s Lavender and Jasmine bubble bath and then enjoy a treatment of their own.  

Treatments are finished with an African Tribal Face Paint and budding little rangers will then be ready to set off on their next adventure in the African bush.

  • Game Drives
  • Game Walks
  • Bird Watching
  • Photographic Safari
  • Private Safari
  • Luxury Walking Adventure
  • Interpretative nature walks
  • Private Vehicle
  • Boma Dinners
  • Massage
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Rate Conditions
  • Min 2 nights stay. Wedding date is required, and cannot be booked if travel dates are more than 12 months post wedding date.
What's Included
  • Accommodation
  • Bush walks
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip
  • Two game drives per day
  • All meals, teas and coffees, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, refreshments on game drives
Dates Rate
11 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 ; 01 October 2026 - 20 Dec 2026 Groom Pays: R 46 500 Per night
Bride Pays: R 23 250 Per night
01 Jun 2026 – 30 Sep 2026; 21 Dec 2026 – 05 Jan 2027 Groom Pays: R 50 000 Per night
Bride Pays: R 25 000 Per night

High Season

Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
11 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 ; 01 October 2026 - 20 Dec 2026 Suite Per person per night sharing From $2779
11 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 ; 01 October 2026 - 20 Dec 2026 Family Suite Per unit per night From $9726

Peak Season

Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
01 Jun 2026 – 30 Sep 2026; 21 Dec 2026 – 05 Jan 2027 Suite Per person per night sharing From $2988
01 Jun 2026 – 30 Sep 2026; 21 Dec 2026 – 05 Jan 2027 Family Suite Per unit per night From $10459

INCLUDED IN THE RATES

The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

  • Luxurious accommodation
  • Three meals daily
  • Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas & coffees
  • Two game drives daily
  • Refreshments on game drives
  • One hour nature walks accompanied by experienced armed trackers (subject to availability)
  • Laundry service
  • Emergency medical evacuation insurance
  • Return road transfers between the lodge airstrip and the lodge
From $2779 per person sharing
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