THORNY
BUSH GAME RESERVE - Limpopo Province
2010 Rack Rates
Lodge Name |
Room Type |
No. of
Rooms |
01 Jan - 31 May 2010
Per person
sharing per night |
01 June - 15 July 2010
Per person
sharing per night |
16 July - 31 Dec 2010
Per person
sharing per night |
ThornyBush
Game Lodge |
Suites
Family Suites
Children 2-11 Years |
18
2 |
R4, 443.00
R4, 877.00
R2, 438.00 |
R4, 668.00
R5, 124.00
R2, 562.00 |
R4, 443.00
R4, 877.00
R2, 438.00 |
Rated
5 Star by South African Tourism Grading Council.
We
are one of the few exclusive private game lodges in South Africa
that caters for children. Special game drives, activities and
a goodies pack are just a few of the special services Thornybush
offers.
Groups, families or honeymooners looking for an exclusive, private,
and romantic safari getaway, Thornybush Game Lodge can accommodate
every guest's requirement, without compromising on its service
delivery.
Thornybush has Twenty luxurious suites, each with an en-suite
bathroom, outdoor shower and private deck, each in full view
of the Monwana River - have been carefully designed to offer
complete seclusion.
Unrivalled big game viewing is complemented by elegant accommodation
and sublime cuisine.
Thornybush
Game Reserve's exclusive private Thornybush game lodge, provides
accommodation, consisting of stylish air-conditioned suites,
with extensive living areas overlooking the seasonal Monwana
River. There are 18 suites, 2 family suites and accommodation
caters for a maximum of 40 people collectively.
From within the sumptious individual suites, each with full
en-suite facilities, outdoor shower and private decks, sweeping
vistas over the savannah and ever active water hole can be enjoyed.
Bathrooms boast large glass windows, offering unique game viewing
in & past the river bed. Superb attention to detail and
highly personalised service make for a memorable stay.
ROOM CONFIGURATION:
18
LUXURY ROOMS:
Each Luxury Room has an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor
showers and private deck with a view of the seasonal Monwana
River course or riverine thicket and have been carefully designed
and spaced to provide privacy.
2
LUXURY FAMILY SUITES:
Each Family Suite is larger that the Luxury rooms with lounge
area and sleeper couch; that converts to a double bed to accommodate
children. These suites also have a larger private deck, each
with its own plunge pool. Maximum capacity 2 adults and 2 children
under the age of 12 years or 3 adults.
ROOM FACILITIES:
- Air-Conditioning
- Telephone
-
Mini Bar
-
Safe in room
-
Separate Bath and Shower
- Outside
shower
- Hairdryer
- Tea
and coffee making facilities
LODGE FACILITIES
- Wake
up calls
- Laundry
Services
-
Pool
-
Thornybush Spa
- Library
with Internet Access
- Boma
- A
fully equipped conference facility
- Curio
shop
- Children's
program
- Baby
Sitting
Unrivalled big game viewing is complemented by elegant accommodation
and sublime cuisine.
Thornybush
Game Reserve's exclusive private Thornybush game lodge, provides
accommodation, consisting of stylish air-conditioned suites,
with extensive living areas overlooking the seasonal Monwana
River. There are 18 suites, 2 family suites and accommodation
caters for a maximum of 40 people collectively.
From within the sumptious individual suites, each with full
en-suite facilities, outdoor shower and private decks, sweeping
vistas over the savannah and ever active water hole can be enjoyed.
Bathrooms boast large glass windows, offering unique game viewing
in & past the river bed. Superb attention to detail and
highly personalised service make for a memorable stay.
In addition to the 20 guest rooms at Thornybush Game Lodge also
has 2 Pilot/Guide rooms.
Warm African evenings under the stars make Thornybush Game Lodge
an ideal home away from the world. The sheer enjoyment of un-spoilt
nature, the invigorating air and the open vistas ,will leave
you relaxed and energized for your return to civilization.
OUR SAFARI'S
Thornybush Private Game Lodge offers unique exclusive Safari
experiences in both open Land Rovers, and on foot. The private
reserve is home to an abundance of species: 147 mammals including
the "Big Five", 114 reptiles, 507 birds, 49 fish,
34 amphibians and 336 trees. The reserve is predominantly open
savannah and with a near perfect year round climate, it is the
ideal African safari holiday destination.
Game drives and walks are accompanied by highly trained, and
experienced rangers and trackers, ensuring that your African
Safari experience is truly memorable. A typical day will include
an early morning up-close game drive followed by breakfast either
back at the Main lodge or in the riverbed or bush. The rest
of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest and may include
additional bush walks with your ranger & tracker, browsing
in the intimate library; being pampered at the exclusive Thornybush
Spa or simply relaxing at the pool with your favourite cocktail
as you bask in Africa's glorious sunshine.
The afternoon game drive is preceded by high tea, and extends
into the evening to view seldom observed nocturnal species and
where possible tailored to suit individual guest's preferences
and interests. Sundowners and snacks are enjoyed by guests during
the game drive at a remote, scenic spot. Dinner is served in
a variety of locations such as, the boma, the deck or even in
the bush. Guests may socialise with a Cognac or single malt
before retiring to bed ahead of another day's Safari experience.
GAME DRIVES AND WALKS
A typical day starts as dawn breaks over the African bushveld.
After your early morning wakeup call, coffee, tea & rusks
are served on the main deck overlooking the riverbed. Shortly
after, you depart in your open landrover with your experienced
Rangers and Trackers who will share their extensive knowledge
of the bush with you. These drives are undertaken at times best
suited for game viewing which vary depending on the season but
typically start early morning. Where applicable you may be invited
out of the vehicle to see tracks, examine certain plants and
follow spoor.
After an exhilarating hunt for tracks to see what the animals
have been up to during the night, and tracking down whatever
you find, you will stop somewhere out in the bush for a break
of coffee & tea. Time to stretch your legs whilst having
your sunglasses cleaned & indulge in cool towels in summer,
and hot towels in winter. In winter, we keep our guests warm
on the vehicle with hot water bottles & warm blankets.
After
a sumptuous Breakfast is served either back at the camp or in
the riverbed or bush, guests are offered walks to suit their
interests and fitness levels and are accompanied by an armed
ranger and tracker.
Walks allow guests a better chance to see some of the smaller
creatures of the bush as well as an opportunity to learn more
about the flora and fauna of the region & to have a chance
to follow tracks in more detail.
Our
Shangaan trackers will enthrall you with their explanations
of the medicinal and other uses of the numerous plants and trees
along with tales of traditional folklore.
The
rest of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest for
other activities that we offer, with a delicious lunch being
served around 1.30pm.
The afternoon game drive is preceded by high tea and extends
into the evening to view seldom seen nocturnal species by torchlight.
Once again, you will break somewhere out in the bush, in a remote,
scenic spot to watch the sunset, where Sundowners and snacks
are offered to guests whilst you once again stretch your legs.
Upon returning for a gourmet 3 course dinner, either in the
boma, bush or lodge - guests can socialise with a cognac, single
malt or cigar around the campfire or lounge before returning
to bed for another day's adventure.
Where
possible, safaris will be tailored to suit individual preferences
and interest.
WEDDINGS AND HONEYMOONS
Weddings - Imagine exchanging your vows in an African Dry River
Bed at sunset, the bride being serenaded in by African dancers
amidst tribal song. This is just one of the ways, weddings can
be catered to at any of the Thornybush lodges.
We pride ourselves in catering to virtually any style of wedding
from traditional white, to African and can take care of all
your arrangements such as the Minister (from most denominations),
flowers, menus, cakes, photographer, hair, makeup etc which
will be in accordance to your wishes.
To ensure maximum privacy, and your hosts full attention to
your every request, we strongly recommend that you reserve exclusive
use of one of the smaller lodges, dependent on the size of your
group.
Consideration needs to be given to weather conditions and the
fact that we are in a nature reserve so certain conditions do
apply. Fireworks, for example, are forbidden.
Honeymoons - All our lodges are fantastic romantic
destinations for honeymooners and your hosts will ensure that
it is a romantic and unforgettable experience.
Thornybush Game Lodge offers a special honeymoon package that
includes, an upgrade to a suite (subject to availability or
supplement), special private deck dinners, honeymoon turndowns
in the bedrooms.
Special occasions - All the lodges offer the
ideal ambience for guests celebrating special occasions such
as birthdays, anniversaries or other milestones. This information
needs to be communicated with your reservations consultant in
order for the lodge to prepare for it. We will be delighted
to work with you to plan something extra special for your celebration
to make it memorable. Examples may include a special private
dinner in an African River bed, Tribal dancers to present a
cake, a hot air balloon with champagne breakfast etc.
CHILDREN ACTIVITIES
Inzalo prides itself on actively welcoming children of all ages
at Thornybush Game Lodge. The other smaller lodges will accept
children provided that the family books sole use of the camp.
Children at Thornybush Game Lodge have a special program prepared
for them prior to their arrival that includes:
PICNICS
NEXT TO THE POOL
Packed lunch including sandwiches and fruit, eaten on a blanket,
next to the pool
EDUCATIONAL
WALKS WITH RANGERS
Short walks with their own ranger pointing out insects, tracks
of animals, trees and interesting facts
TREASURE
HUNT
Children have to find clues around the lodge using books from
the library, to get to their treasure. (a little something supplied
by parents)
We also have little 'Ranger in Training' packs that consist
of:
CANVAS
BACK PACKS
COLOURING BOOK
CRAYONS
Safari
interactive toy to assist little 'Ranger in Training'
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