misterb&b logo
Icon symbolizing the community
Community

icon symbolizing "Become a host"Become a host

Simbavati River Lodge ****

Hotel room
Enkhulu Gate, Argyle Road, Maroela Campsite, South Africa Map
Rated Exceptional 5
Report
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking
  • Gym

Why book with misterb&b?

By plugging into weere, the 1M strong LGBTQ+ social hub that boosts your travel experience, you’ll get insider LGBTQ+ tips for your next trip, and connect with new friends, unique community-hosted activities, or even a date - all based on your mood.
With misterb&b, you give back to the LGBTQ+ community by supporting local hosts and LGBTQ+ NGOs, thus strengthening our global network and economic power.

About the Place

In the heart of the Timbavati Game Reserve, the Simbavati River Lodge offers the chance of a face-to- face encounter with Africa’s incredibly varied wildlife from the lodge’s private viewing decks. Simbavati River Lodge combines the rustic appeal of an African game with stylish modern interiors. Choose from 2-bedroom family suites or luxurious Safari Tents, all feature air conditioning private outdoor decks overlooking the Nhlaralumi River. The spacious family have a large bathroom twin wash-basins, a shower and deep, free-standing bath. Each morning and evening, Simbavati Lodge offers game drives conducted by experienced rangers and trackers, providing the opportunity to photograph some of the reserve’s incredible array of wildlife that includes the 'big 5' - lions, leopards, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Afterwards you can sit around the campfire and enjoy traditional African cuisine often prepared on the 'braai' or barbecue.

Hotel Facilities

  • Spa
  • Parking
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Essentials
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Terrace
  • View

Room type

  • Chalet

     Sleeps 4
  • Tent

     Sleeps 2
  • Family Room

     Sleeps 5
  • Suite

     Sleeps 2
Location details and gay map for Maroela Campsite
The property is located: Enkhulu Gate, Argyle Road, Maroela Campsite, South Africa
Exact location disclosed after booking only.
Click below to check the neighborhood and nearby gay places.

Reviews (1)

Reviews are sorted chronologically, and are not subject to prior monitoring. More info
Caution: this review is no misterb&b traveler review
Before the misterb&b community leaves the first review for a property, we provide an average rating based on the reviews it gets on several other travel websites, converted to the misterb&b 5-point scale.

Rules & conditions

Check-in:
from 2pm to 5pm
Checkout:
from 8am to 11am
Legal Name:
Timbavati River Lodge (Pty) Ltd
Type of accommodation:
Agency Partner
Please find here the specific Terms & Conditions applicable to Agency Partner listings.

Accommodation policies

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets are not allowed.

Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. You haven't added any extra beds. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Important information

Please inform Simbavati River Lodge 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. Please note: the rate quoted includes game rides and full board. Please note that compulsory conservation levies are applicable and excluded from the rates. These are payable prior to or on arrival. Please note : Timbavati Conservation fee will increase to R 400 per adult per night, R 200 per child under 12 per night from 01 January 2020 A gate entrance fee of ZAR 160 per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Please contact the property directly for further information. Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees (subject to change) Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly. Timbavati Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023: R510 per adult per night and R255 per child under 12 years per night. 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night. Klaserie Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023: R450 per person per night for any person 12 years and older. 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R480 per person per night for any person 12 years and older. Check-in is from 14:30. You are welcome to arrive earlier, and make use of our swimming pool or other facilities. We try to accommodate early arrivals, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room was occupied on the previous night. Check-out is prior to 11:00 on the day of departure. Again, we try to accommodate late check-outs, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room is booked for the evening. If we are unable to accommodate a late check-out, we will happily store your luggage whilst you enjoy our facilities. Lunch The Full Board & Activity/Game drive price includes lunch (served from 1pm to 2.30pm) either on the day of arrival or on departure. If you wish to have lunch on both arrival and departure days, there will be an extra charge for the second lunch. Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees are subject to change. Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly. Timbavati Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night. Self-drive guests: A vehicle entrance fee of R280 is only payable at the Timbavati or Klaserie Control Gate All conservation levies and other reserve fees are subject to change without prior notice. Conservation levies for 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 The above-published conservation levies may change without prior notice if there are changes made by the reserve.
Accepted payment methods
Visa Mastercard Diners club
Key collection info
How to collect them: Reception
Keys location: At the property

Cancellation Policy

Terms of Services & Privacy Policy apply to this transaction.
Standard Hotels offered through misterb&b

Because we foster the largest community of gay travelers, we need to ensure all are welcome anywhere they go. Of course you may search for a private room or a full apartment from our gay and gay-friendly hosts. But sometimes, you would rather search for a hotel in a particular location or with certain amenities.

To help in your search we have selected a few standard hotels that we believe are a good fit for LGBTQ+ travelers.

Why did we select these hotels?
Because of their location, services, amenities, rates, and overall good reputation, we believe these hotels can appeal to LGBTQ+ travelers. At this point though, we haven’t been able to vet their welcoming attitude and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.
We also help ensure hotels with a history of homophobic behavior, or whose owners are homophobic, are not listed on misterb&b.

Standard Hotels offered  through misterb&b
Mister for good Mister for good
When booking with misterb&b, you help support organizations fighting for LGBTQ+ rights around the world.
Find out about Mister for Good initiative in the footer and help start building tomorrow's world by making a donation.
Supporting the community is not just about survival, it's also about thriving, empowering and making a difference.
Common Questions

Travel with peace of mind while connecting with the gay community. As the largest gay hotelier in the world, misterb&b guarantees secure payments, Booking insurance Coverage, and a customer support team that is at your service.

A confirmation e-mail with the contact information of your host will be sent to your e-mail address upon a successful booking. Log in to your misterb&b account and visit My trips. Here you will find the status and details of all your bookings and booking requests.