andBeyond Ngala Private Game Reserve
A private game reserve in South Africa's Kruger National Park
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$4,300
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Days
4
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Nights
3
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$4,300
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Days
4
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Nights
3
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Introduction
Discover the iconic Ngala Private Game Reserve, sharing an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park.
A spectacular diversity of wildlife moves through this immense wilderness, including breeding herds of elephant, leopard, spotted hyena, giraffe, large buffalo herds and white rhino. With its name meaning lion in the local language Shangaan, Ngala lives up to its promise, supporting several large prides of these powerful cats. African wild dog can also be spotted moving through the reserve. Choose from Ngala Tented Camp or Ngala Safari Lodge, and perhaps book an overnight Ngala Treehouse experience! See itinerary for details.
Itinerary
Ngala Safari Lodge
Tucked under a canopy of mopane and tamboti trees, Ngala Safari Lodge boasts 20 Classic Thatched Cottages, including three Family Cottages with interleading rooms, and the spacious Family Suite. Each en suite cottage exudes a romantic ambiance with nostalgic safari memorabilia throughout. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows make the most of sunny safari days and a private veranda offers the perfect setting for private dinners. The gracious Family Suite accommodates four guests and includes a private swimming pool and the use of a private vehicle.
A sparkling swimming pool and sundeck overlook a natural riverine woodland, ideal for avid birdwatchers, while a tranquil massage sala and a well-equipped fitness room can be enjoyed in between game drives. Evening dinners are set in the elegant candlelit courtyard or an African feast in the open-air traditional boma. Enjoy a variety of activities such as twice-daily game drives with intimate wildlife encounters, interpretive bush walks, tracking and photographic safaris and conservation experiences including rhino notching.
• 20 classic air-conditioned safari cottages, including three family cottages
• Family suite with private pool and private safari vehicle
• Swimming pool area with a spa and fitness sala
• Safari Shop
• Boma and elegant courtyard for open-air dining
• WILDChild children’s programme
• Set in a 14,700 hectare private game reserve
Included activities:
Early morning and late afternoon game drives that continue after nightfall, interpretive nature walks, and big game viewing walks that track elephant, buffalo and rhino.
At an extra cost:
Specialist walking safaris, photographic and private safaris, rhino notching experience, scenic helicopter flight over Blyde River Canyon, and the Ngala Treehouse experience
Children:
Children are welcome at the lodge. No children under 16 are permitted on Walking Safaris, and children 5 years and younger cannot participate in game drives. Children aged 6 to 11 are permitted on game drives at the lodge manager’s discretion. A dedicated WILDChild programme is filled with fun, interactive activities that offer kids opportunities to learn and discover new experiences, cultures, and leave with treasured memories of the African bush.
Ngala Tented Camp
Nestled between the dense riverine forest and the sandy bed of the Timbavati lies the sophisticated Ngala Tented Camp. Chic and contemporary, the camp comprises just nine intimate and luxurious tented suites, each set on raised platforms and cleverly designed to blend into the riverside trees. Each suite has an en suite bathroom, swirling overhead fan, air conditioning, outdoor showers, snug electric blankets for winter and private wooden decks.
Mature indigenous trees form a cool canopy overhead and elegant guest areas overlook the seasonal Timbavati River. The camp’s lap pool, which follows the contours of the riverbank is perfect for afternoon game viewing, while a massage sala overlooking the streaming river is the ideal spot to unwind. The food at Ngala is as individual and inventive as the camp itself. Private lunch platters are savoured on the viewing decks, at the poolside or on the lush lawn. Theatrical al fresco dinners in the dry riverbed are simply unforgettable. Enjoy a variety of activities such as twice-daily game drives with intimate wildlife encounters, interpretive bush walks, tracking and photographic safaris and conservation experiences including rhino notching.
• Nine spacious air conditioned safari tents
• Outdoor showers
• Contoured lap pool
• Safari Shop
• Massage sala overlooking the river
• Set in a 14,700 hectare private game reserve
Included Activities:
Early morning and late afternoon game drives that continue after nightfall, and Interpretive bush walks.
At an extra cost:
Specialist walking safaris, photographic and private safaris, rhino notching experience, scenic helicopter flight over Blyde River Canyon, and the Ngala Treehouse experience.
Children:
Children over the age of 12 are welcome. No children under 16 are permitted on walking safaris.
Ngala Treehouse Experience
Experience the romance and magic of Africa in the luxurious Ngala Treehouse, a remote overnight retreat that allows you to sleep on an elevated platform under a blanket of stars. Complete with running shower and flushing toilet, this treehouse promises luxury and comfort while offering the most exclusive wilderness experience. To stay overnight in the treehouse, all you need to do is have a room booked at either Ngala Safari Lodge or Ngala Tented Camp.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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2024 | |||
Ngala Safari Lodge – Cottage | |||
10 Jan – 31 Dec |
AU$4,300 |
AU$4,300 |
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Ngala Tented Camp | |||
10 Jan – 31 Dec |
AU$5,845 |
AU$5,845 |
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2025 | |||
Ngala Safari Lodge – Cottage | |||
10 Jan – 31 Dec |
AU$4,300 |
AU$4,300 |
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11 Jan – 30 Apr; 1 Nov – 20 Dec |
AU$4,615 |
AU$4,615 |
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1 May – 31 Oct; 21 – 31 Dec |
AU$4,615 |
AU$6,895 |
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Ngala Tented Camp | |||
10 Jan – 31 Dec |
AU$5,845 |
AU$5,845 |
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11 Jan – 31 Dec |
AU$6,220 |
AU$9,300 |
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2025 | |||
Ngala Safari Lodge – Cottage | |||
1 – 10 Jan |
AU$4,615 |
AU$6,895 |
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Ngala Tented Camp | |||
1 – 10 Jan |
AU$6,220 |
AU$9,300 |
Special Offer
Solo Traveller Deal!
Any applicable single supplement is waived on stays at any andBeyond lodge or camp in Africa, for stays before 20 December 2024. The reduction is applied to new bookings only, on the accommodation rate only (excluding Ngala Treehouse experience). Valid for the first two single rooms of any one booking. Offer may not be combined with any other and is subject to availability.
Departs
Daily, year round |
NB: andBeyond Ngala Tented Camp is closed for refurbishment until 5 Oct 24 |
Included
- Tailor-made journey
- 3 nights’ accommodation
- Transfers to/from the lodge’s airstrip
- All meals during your stay (B, L, D) and refreshments on game drives
- Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits & beers, teas, and coffees
- Shared safari activities and 1-hour nature walks (subject to availability)
- Complimentary use of one pair of Swarovski Optik binoculars per room
- Conservation levy via Orpen gate and VAT
- Emergency medical evacuation cover
- Laundry
Not Included
- Flights to/from the lodge’s airstrip
- Charter flight landing fees
- Premium alcohol
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- Please enquire about private 4×4 safari vehicle and Treehouse experience pricing
- Please enquire for, single, child (6 – 16 years), cross-season, long stay, and/or family cottage/suite pricing
Families at safari camps/lodges:
- No children 11 years and under are allowed at Ngala Tented Camp
- A single supplement will apply when an adult is sharing with a child 5 years and under
- Triple rooms at Ngala Safari Lodge can only accommodate a child 16 years and under
- Unless upgrading to a private safari vehicle (additional cost), only children aged 6 years and older are permitted on shared game drives. The participation of those aged 6 to 11 years is at the discretion of the Lodge Manager. Age-related restrictions may also apply to other safari activities.
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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