Shumbalala Game Lodge

Hotel Overview

Set as it is in a dry, singeing savanna of Mopane, Acacias and Umbrella thorns, quartered by easterly-flowing rivers densely shrouded in giant figs, fever trees and phoenix palms, the land is an ancient tapestry of natural wonder. 

Location

Shumbalala Game Lodge is situated in the heart of the Thornybush Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park, approximately 50km (30miles) from Hoedspruit. 

Rooms

Superior Suite: Set under shady African trees lining the seasonal Monwana River, Shumbalala Game Lodge comprise of a select number of superior suites with privacy and luxurious comfort in mind. To ensure absolute exclusivity and privacy, the lodge prides itself in giving personalized attention to a select number of guests at a time. The spacious private suites each comprise of a bedroom and lounge, en-suite bathroom, large glass sliding doors and private viewing decks with a view over the ever active water hole. Natural colours, wooden decks and thatched roofs compliment the bushveld surroundings. Standard amenities include overhead fans and air-conditioning providing welcome relief from the bushveld climate. Open fireplaces for the cooler winters, and designer "picture window" bathroom suites provides for an atmosphere that is Africa and romance at once. Features like the additional secluded outside showers cater for the more adventurous! Comfortable beds with embroided percale cotton linen with lush duvets and choice of pillows is romantically draped by mosquito netting. Relax in the lounge or on your private viewing deck, read a book or just soak up the tranquility, smells and sounds of the bush that surround you! Enjoy the unspoilt nature and African bushveld with it's dramatic vistas in the comfort and luxury of your superior suite. Superior Suite Facilities:
  • Individual Air-conditioning
  • A choice of king or twin bedded rooms
  • Pure Cotton Percale Linnen with a choice of pillows
  • Mosquito Netting
  • Overhead Fans
  • Mini-Bar
  • Safe in room
  • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Direct Dial Telephone
  • Cellphone Reception (3G)
  • Fireplace
  • Full En-Suite Bathroom including: -Shaver Plugs -Additional Outside Shower -Hairdryer -Full range of amenities
Lodge Facilities:
  • Pool
  • Library with Internet Station
  • Lounge with Fireplace
  • Wi-Fi Enabled Public Areas (Complimentary)
  • Underground Cellar
  • Outside Boma
  • Laundry Service
  • Transfers
  • Airstrip (on the Reserve)
Exclusive Presidential Suite: In addition to the Superior Suites our Presidential Suite is a true haven of opulence and space offering unexpected luxury and exclusivity in the African bush. The Presidential Suite, a total of 225sqm includes two full en-suite bedrooms, a private dining room, private lounge, fireplace, wrap around private deck with outside dining facilities, a private boma and private plunge pool . The understated décor is African modern while the expansive wooden decking around the suite provides a perfect platform from which to experience the spectacularly wild african game and bush. If you prefer, meals can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own suite either in the private dining room next to the fireplace or outside next to a roaring open boma fire during the hot summer evenings. All complimented by friendly and professional service. The spacious private suites each comprise of a bedroom and lounge, en-suite bathroom, large glass sliding doors and private viewing decks with a view over the ever active water hole. Natural colours, wooden decks and thatched roofs compliment the bushveld surroundings. Standard amenities include overhead fans and air-conditioning providing welcome relief from the bushveld climate. Open fireplaces for the cooler winters, and designer "picture window" bathroom suites provide for an atmosphere that is Africa and romance at once. Features like additional secluded outside shower cater for the more adventurous! Comfortable beds with embroided percale cotton linen with lush duvets and choice of pillows is romantically draped by mosquito netting. Relax in the in-room lounge or on your private viewing deck, read a book or just soak up the tranquility, smells and sound of the bush that surround you! Enjoy the unspoilt nature and Africna bushveld with it's dramatic vistas in the comfort and luxury of your suite. Room Facilities:
  • Two en-suite bedrooms, king and twin bedded with
  • Pure Cotton Percale Linnen with a choice of pillows
  • Mosquito Netting
  • Private Boma with outside fireplace
  • Private Dining Room
  • Private Lounge
  • Pirvate Plunge Pool
  • Bulters Kitchen
  • Private Service Available
  • Individual Air-conditioning
  • Overhead Fans
  • Mini-Bar
  • Safe in room
  • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Direct Dial Telephone
  • Cellphone Reception (3G)
  • Fireplace
  • Full En-Suite Bathrooms including: -Shaver Plugs -Additional Outside Shower -Hairdryer -Full range of amenities
Lodge Facilities:
  • Pool
  • Library with Internet Station
  • Lounge with Fireplace
  • Wi-Fi Enabled Public Areas (Complimentary)
  • Underground Cellar
  • Outside Boma
  • Loundry Service
  • Transfers
  • Airstrip (on the Reserve)

Services

Services:
  • Transfer (Additional Charge)
  • Laundry service
  • Airstrip
  • Game Drives/Walks
  • Check in: 14:00
  • Check out t: 10:00 
  • Outdoor Pool with Deck lounges
  • Library with Sattelite Tv
  • Curios Shop
  • Guest Internet Station
Leisure Activities Close-by:
  • Hot Air Ballooning,
  • Elephant Back,
  • Safaris,
  • Nature Trails,
  • Cheeta Breeding,
  • Project,
  • God's window,
  • Potholes,
  • Blyde,
  • River Canyon.

Food & Beverages

Bars & Restaurants:
  • Underground Cellar: Overloking the River, also a dinner venue,
  • Brunch: Full English & Continental,
  • High Tea: Four Saviry & Sweet - very sunbstantial,
  • Dinner: 5 course table dhoti dinner,
  • Gamedrive Snacks: Morning & Afternoon.