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Shindzela Tented Safari Camp

2.0 of 5
Johanniesdale Farm, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Sydney
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

If you are after the real africa experience this is it. Yes it doesn't have the spas's, 5 star gourmet meals, air conditioning and fleets of land rovers full of tourists but what it does have is heart and soul and an amazing team of people who go out of their way to make you welcomed and become part of... More

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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We stayed for 5 nights and couldn't be happier with our choice of lodges. The food was amazing, the tents were clean, and most importantly, the game drives were exciting. They've recently changed owners and they've immediately begun to make upgrades to the camp. Despite only being there a couple days, the guides already knew the roads like the back... More

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South coast
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I have been meaning to add this for a while. My husband and I travelled to Shindzela for 10 days in March 2013. Our first safari experience we decided to committ the full 10 days to the adventure and boy was it worth it! Ill be honest when I arrived from the UK after a long flight, I was slightly... More

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washington dc
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I've been meaning to write this review for a year now. Was very appreciative of other reviews when we were trying to decide where to go on safari. My college-aged daughter and I spent the most wonderful 4 days/3 nights in Shindzela in March 2012. It is hard even to know where to begin to describe the wonderful vibe of... More

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London, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

An absolutely amazing experience can only be brought together by a wonderful passionate group of people. Your joy, smiles and good vibes are contagious and I will be thinking back to them for a long time. The peace & serenity of the camp were a perfect balance to the exciting & wild game drives: pouncing lions, elephants stampeding, lazy packs... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
22 March 2013

Dear zanea What a wonderful review! Thank you very much for all your kind words, I have past on your message to the camp also! Take Care Shindzela Team More

Singapore, Singapore
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18 reviews 18 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

The camp is completely fenceless so there is a chance of sighting wild animals in camp. Our beds were slightly elevated and had mosquito nets that the wonderful staff will lay out nicely for us before we hit the sack. The shower/toilet area is one of my favourite spots. You get to embrace showering in the wilderness. Don’t get me... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
22 March 2013

Dear Piao L Thank you for taking the time to post such a lovey review about Shindzela! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Kindest Regards Shindzela Team More

Brisbane, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

This is one of my favourite camps of all time, and just proves what I say to people - that if you don't have an endless budget or time, the Kruger area has it all. Having said that, Shindzela is not within Kruger NP, but in the Timbavati area of Greater Kruger (which suited me, unless you have time to... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
15 February 2013

Dear TannieKaz Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about Shindzela! We appriciate the great comments you have given us! I have sent your review onto the camp as well! Thank you, and we hope to Welcome you back at Shindzela again in the near future! Take Care Shindzela Team More

Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

this is somewhat primative camp in a very remote location in the bush veld. you sleep in these tent/ cabins. they have a bathroom attached to the back with a shower, toilet and sink. and they have hot and cold water. what more could you want? animals come into the camp day or night. it is a fantastic experience. dave,... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
15 February 2013

Dear gnatking We are so happy to hear that you had a great stay at Shindzela! I have passed on your message to the guys! Hope to see you all again! Shindzela Team More

Rochford, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

This camp was a real find and delight to stay at. This is close up Safari, don't expect to be pampered and covered in luxury (saying that accommodation is comfortable), but do expect to get very close nature in all its wild and beautiful African forms, in camp and out. You don't have to go on a drive here to... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
23 January 2013

Dear Stephan h Thank you so much for your kind words! I have passed on your message to the camp and Dave. We do hope to see you again in the near future. All the best Shindzela Team More

Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2012

I joined tripadvisor because I was compelled to write a poor review about another lodge we stayed at in Peru, so I thought I should write about a positive experience we had to balance it out. My wife and I stayed here for 5 nights in October of 2012, and had a great experience. It was our first safari and... More

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shindzela, Manager at Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, responded to this review
7 December 2012

Dear Ben R Thank you for your review! we really appriciate it - I will pass your message regarding the staff and kitchen along to the camp. Hope to see you and your wife at Shindzela again! Regards Shindzela Team More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Hotel Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp Hotel
Shindzela Tented Safari Camp South Africa/Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Address: Johanniesdale Farm, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Price range (per night): $351 - $397
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Shindzela is an affordable, authentic tented bush camp in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park. The Timbavati is home to an abundance of wildlife, including Africa’s “Big Five. Here, you can explore the African wilderness on game drives in open safari vehicles and on foot during bush walks. The camp has an informal, relaxed atmosphere, and is alive with warm African hospitality. ... more   less 
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