Umlani is a simple, good-value bush camp. The rate includes three meals a day, two game drives, optional bush walks and local-brand drinks.
Among the lowest rates in the Timbavati
Local drinks included
Optional bush walks
Children welcome
AccommodationDouble, twin and family huts
OperatorUmlani
Safari styleGuided game drives and walks
ChildrenAll ages
Traversing areaLodge area not publishedIn the Timbavati; the lodge's own traversing area isn't published · source · What's this?
Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Guided bush walks are included
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Lower all-in price than most Timbavati lodges for your dates
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- Conservation levy on top: €214 for your group
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
Double, twin and family huts. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Dec 2025 – 15 Dec 2026 | 1 Jan – 31 Dec | R7,761 | €420 |
Rack rate per adult sharing. Children under 12 sharing pay 50%. Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walks Included
Conservation levyR660 pp / night
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
Drinks Included
Vehicle permit at Timbavati gate: R350 per vehicle.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Umlani Bushcamp (Timbavati, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Double or twin hut
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Timbavati
Timbavati lies west of Kruger National Park with no fences between them; the fences came down in 1993. The reserve became famous for the white lions discovered there in the mid-1970s.
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoCheetahWild dog
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Timbavati Private Nature Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Nearest scheduled airportHoedspruit Eastgate (HDS)
Straight-line distance≈ 27 km
TransfersTransfers are not included. Eastgate Airport (Hoedspruit) is the nearest airport.
AccessDrive via the Timbavati main gate, or arrange a transfer from Eastgate Airport.
Coordinates-24.3322, 31.3080
ReserveTimbavati
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenChildren welcome; under-12s sharing pay 50% of the adult rate.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
Websiteumlani.com
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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