Timbavati Reserve
The Timbavati Reserve share open borders with the Kruger and offer Big Five game-viewing with large herds of elephant and buffalo often seen.
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The Timbavati Reserve share open borders with the Kruger and offer Big Five game-viewing with large herds of elephant and buffalo often seen.
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The game-viewing in the Timbavati is excellent. You are likely to see large herds of elephant, who love the mopani forest, as well as the rest of the Big 5 β elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino. Recently wild dog sightings - especially when they are denning in the late winter - have been good. Plus there are also plenty of favourite species like the spotted hyena, zebra and giraffe.
The Timbavati Game Reserve offers several private safari lodges. These tend to be slightly more moderate in price than the Sabi Sands. Also they pride themselves on their relaxed atmosphere and a holistic approach to game-viewing. The emphasis is placed on an overall quality safari experience. Rather than just ticking off the game seen as quickly as possible.
Having said that, the game-viewing here is very good. Leopard sightings are common and you may be lucky to see wild dog as well.
How doesΒ TimbavatiΒ compare to Sabi Sands?Β
Timbavati offers more space and fewer vehicles, with excellent Big Five viewing.
How many nights should I spend inΒ Timbavati?Β
We recommend at least three nights, or longer if combiningΒ TimbavatiΒ with another Greater Kruger reserve.Β
IsΒ TimbavatiΒ suitable for first-time safari travellers?Β
Yes. Especially for those who value a calmer pace, strong guiding and a sense of scale.Β
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