Tangala Private Camp (Thornybush Private Game Reserve, South Africa): See 40 Reviews and 81 Photos

Also Known As:: Tangala Private Camp Thornybush Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Address: Thornybush reserve | Hoedspruit, Kruger National Park, South Africa

Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Thornybush Private Game Reserve

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool

Hotel Style:

Ranked #10 of 11 Speciality lodging in Thornybush Private Game Reserve

Price range (per night): $251 - $307

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Tangala private camp is an owner managed, intimate game lodge in the renowned Thornybush reserve in Limpopo province, South Africa, close to Kruger park.Tangala private camp is unfenced, has no electricity and our guests love the relaxation of campfires, paraffin lamps and no cell phones ringing. All meals are provided, as are the guided game drives in our open vehicles. Guided bush walks are an added feature and add a new dimension to exploring the bounteous wildlife.Wildlife is prolific in this reserve and our very relaxed game means almost guaranteed spotting of a couple of the big 5 on every trip. Birding enthusiasts will find a haven here, too. It is one of the ultimate spot for raptor viewing. Accommodating only 10 guests at any time, Tangala has a homely atmosphere and is themed as 'great grandfather's weekend hunting lodge', back in 1944(which is when it was established). Meals are traditionally South African, as is the warm hospitality. ... more less

Preba B

Middelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Worth a Return Trip”

Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Thank you Louw and your team for a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The setting with its view of the watering hole from camp, the welcome, friendly staff, dinner around the camp fire, great drives on which we saw more than just all of the Big 5..... A+ on all of these. We had the privilege of watching a Nyala family right... More

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Thanks for hopping online to let others know about your great experience. Your viewing experience sounds incredible. Please share some of your pics with us on our Facebook page?! And come back soon! More

Elzabe B

“What an relaxing weekend”

Reviewed 3 June 2013

We already made another booking, that says it all! Thanks to Louw Booysen and his staff we had an amazing weekend and we also met wonderful people. Please leave your makeup at home and enjoy nature! Remember this is Africa and the sun is harsh even in June, remember a hat and sunscreen. There is enough time to relax, so... More

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wsa

South Africa

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

5 helpful votes

“Elegance from a bygone era”

Reviewed 1 June 2013

Arriving at an unfenced bush camp is not merely arriving at your hotel accommodation. We were met by the manager of Tangala Safari Lodge, Louw Booysen. We checked in and the do's and don'ts were explained to us. Don't walk around after dark, remember to close the door to your room, the beating of drums will invite you to dinner... More

vanessalcoetzee

Pretoria, South Africa

“AMAZING”

Reviewed 28 May 2013

My friend and i spent one night at Tangala just for a get away! it was an amazing experience from the word go! we were welcomed by such friendly staff. The game drives was amazing thank you Louw and Bennett for such an awesome experience you guy have so much pride and passion for what you do. When it was... More

We HOPE that the fact that quality of sleep only rated a 4, was because of the lions who are so active at night at the moment, and not for any other reason! Thanks for the lovely feedback and we are certainly looking forward to welcoming you back again, too. Keep in touch on our Facebook page and if you... More

DeBeer_13

Johannesburg, South Africa

“A great escape - highly recommended”

Reviewed 13 May 2013

We were fortunate to spend 2 nights at Tangala for our 21st wedding anniversary. The accommodation was very comfortable and clean with no unnecessary frills often found at upmarket bush establishments which are nice, but unnecessary. The staff are welcoming and friendly, especially our ranger Thomas. I have to say, that Thomas provided us with the best game drives we... More

Thomas and Reuben will be delighted by your praise: they really are a special pair. Then again, all our Tangala staff are a delight.. Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are so pleased that we managed to add more magic to your anniversary celebrations and hope that we will see you again? More

Bob M

Atlanta, Georgia

Contributor

14 reviews

9 hotel reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

“Outstanding stay!”

Reviewed 11 May 2013

The stay we had here was outstanding. It really confounds me to see that this camp is eleven out of eleven in thorneybush according to trip advisor. Because of the 'low' rating the camp did not even come up on our radar screen. Very unfortunate. We initially opted for one of the top three camps in the area according to... More

So glad you found us Bob! Keep in touch with us on our Facebook page and pls share your photographs and stories with our followers there, too. Now that you are in love with Africa, we hope to see you back again - with an entourage of enthusiastic family and friends! Your praise is appreciated. More

Yusuf T

Mokopane

“Under the African sky”

Reviewed 8 May 2013

Had the Privelige of spending two nights at Tangala. Was apprehensive at first because there was no electricity. But wow, what an experience. The tranquility of the lodge gives one inner peace, you are at one with GOD. Our ranger Thomas and tracker Bennett and Ruben,masters of their craft. Made every effort to find the animals we wanted to see.... More

Thank you, Yusuf, for your profuse praise: I taught Patrick everything he knows...LOL. Seriously, we appreciate your taking the time to hop onto this forum and give us feedback. Our staff are gems and as you can see from everyone's comments, really make an impression on all our guests by just quietly being themselves. It's all part of our authenticity.... More

Maxmom54

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

“TANGALA 7/10”

Reviewed 7 May 2013

Dates visited: 21-25 April 2013 Full glogpost: "TANGALA: Formal review": http://www.africanwhitechild.blogspot.com/2013/05/tangala-private-lodge-formal-review.html I am a South African writer, blogger and lover of our wild-life. You can read more about our trip to Tangala (many photographs) on my blog - above, but here are my considered ratings: Environment: 10/10: Tangala private lodge is located in the heart of the renowned Thornybush Game... More

Thank you for your frank input, Maxmom, and for all the lovely footage you have shared with us on our Facebook page. There are tweaks that can be made to the rooms,we agree and as Tangala grows in popularity and income, things like re-doing the showers will be a priority. The management should have explained the mosquito nets to you:... More

Chris B

Boulder, Colorado

17 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

4 helpful votes

“As close to time travel as you can get”

Reviewed 4 May 2013

Tangala was amazing! The fact that they do not have electricity there makes a stay there like going back in time. The oil lamps and tiki torches give the lodge such a fantastic feel at night. There are only five guest cabins, so the lodge always feels intimate. We were there for five days, and it wasn't enought. The game... More

If we made your holiday one of the best trips of your life - fantastic. If we showed off a little bit about the special magic that is Africa - delightful. If you will come again to enjoy some time with us -best of all! Thanks for taking the time to write the review and for allowing potential visitors to... More

Mexicolover984

Los Angeles, California

Senior Reviewer

7 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“My dream fulfilled”

Reviewed 1 May 2013

To go on an African safari with no electricity and only kerosene lamps, to get away from computers and telephones for our 3 days was a dream come true. Thomas, our ranger and Bennett, our tracker, could not have been more well informed and helpful. The animals are divine, an experience to be treasured. There was elegance in the simplicity... More

Thank you for taking the time to drop us a note - so sorry you couldn't stay longer. Guest like you who relish and revel in the unpretentiousness of the camp and get excited by even the smaller creatures, warm our hearts. The bed comment is valid: being a small camp however, we ideally like to accommodate 10 guests at... More

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