Shindzela Tented Camp

Have been to this wonderful bush/tented camp in the Timbavati several times and each is better than the last. Excellent game viewing, dining and accommodations are backed up with the best staff ever! Guides (Sam, JoHan) are knowledgeable, well informed and fun to be around. This is an authentic bush experience that doesn't skimp on creature comforts. Loved every minute and plan to go back.

Wonderful stay at Shindzela; saw many animals (big 5 plus many more) and in between safari drives, enjoyed relaxing at the beautiful property and in the small pool. An elephant came right up to the fence when we were in the pool. Hotel staff and our tracker and guide (Sam) were fantastic; recommend a minimum of 3 nights to maximize potential animal sightings. Also recommend booking a shuttle from HDS to Shindzela for the least stressful experience; approx. 25 km of the route is on a deeply rutted dirt road and we were worried about the rental car not making it through the deep standing water after rain. Excellent value for a once in a lifetime experience.

We had a warm welcome from Joe before we headed off on our first drive with Joe and the very experienced and knowledgeable Reuben who both remained as our guides for the next 3 days. We were privileged to experience “The big 5” along with birds and plants. |The accommodation was exactly what we expected in lovely safe surroundings. The food was plentiful and very reasonably priced bar considering how remote we were , enhanced the experience. The early morning starts are so worth getting up for, but plenty of time to relax before the sunset drive late afternoon . Overall an unforgettable experience and we hope we can return one day !

The camp is not too big. It has beautiful, nicely decorated tents with toilet and shower. Everything you need is there. The comunal area is very confortable too vith a great view on a waterhole where animals like hyenas, impalas etc. can be seen. The safari drives were phantastic and our guide very knowledgeable. We saw a pride of about 10 lions hunting a buffalo, then 5 young male lions another day, also leopards, cheetah, ellies, rhino etc. The only thing "regular" was the food, but that is not so important. We had an unforgettable time and hopefully I can come back some day.

An authentic safari experience with understated luxury. The tents were great, food generous, guides informative and we were lucky to see the big 5 plus the rare African wild dogs. Bypass the tar road queues at Kruger for the off road unpredictably of shindzela! You won’t regret it. However winter might will be cold!

Incredible camp in the middle of the amazing Timbavati Natural reserve. The rooms are beautiful, comfortable, and with a perfect mix of luxury and more ‘simple’ safari vibe. The food is excellent, and the staff is the best I have ever experienced! We’ll definitely be back!

Everything about this place is five stars: the food, the staff, the accommodations. I spent several days here in May 2024 and would come back in a heartbeat. Small, intimate setting with guides and drivers who are able to get unbelievably close to the wildlife. Ruben is the man!

It was an amazing experience I would highly recommend and yes, you have the chance to see the big 5 and more. The set up is authentic, the animals get safely close to the camp, the food is lovely (never felt hungry even after leaving this camp) and the people make you feel part of a small family there. Thank you for an amazing first safari experience. We couldn't have chosen a better place and more knowledgeable and passionate people.