Service - Tintswalo in the Shangaan language means the feeling of love, gratitude and peace that you bestow upon someone who has given you a meaningful and worthy gift.
Spa - after a long day's exploration in the bush, find moments of relaxation, peace and rejuvenation at the spa.
Activities - these include day and night game drives in open vehicles, game walks, star gazing, birding and visits to the local Shangaan community.
Tintswalo is an exclusive safari lodge under traditional thatch, siituated on the private Manyeleti Reserve concession, within the Greater Kruger National Park. A pristine wilderness reserve nestled between the Sabi Sand, Timbavati and Kruger Park, abounding in Big 5 game and spectacular bird life, the Manyeleti is unique for its minimal vehicle traffic and offers a truly exclusive safari experience.
Tintswalo is situated along a seasonal river bed amongst an ancient sycamore tree grove. The exquisitely appointed main lodge overlooks a waterhole frequented by a large herd of elephant and other big game. The suites are linked to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways.
The schedule at the lodge is infinitely flexible, the day's activities are planned around you. A typical day could start with an early morning game drive and perhaps a picnic breakfast. Followed by an al fresco lunch on the main lodge deck and afternoon leisure time to allow for a relaxing treatment in the Elan Vital spa. The evening drive continues into the night, completed by Tintswalo's unique and spectacular sundowner experience, and your day is rounded by an intimate candlelit dinner.
LocationTintswalo Main Lodge is located in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, on the fenceless eastern boundary of the Kruger National Park.
- A La Carte Restaurant
- Air-Conditioning
- Cellar
- Outdoor Shower
- Private plunge pool
- Separate Shower
- Spa
- Swimming Pool
DiningTintswalo's chefs are trained in both South African and international cooking styles. Plated meals are served in sophisticated dining areas, including the romantic cellar, and under the starscape of the African night sky.
Private dining is available on request, and the lodge will cater for any special dietary requirement when informed in advance.
The Tintswalo suites are authentically decorated to recall the pioneer era of the 19th century African explorers. The air-conditioned suites are situated along the banks of the seasonal Nwaswitsontso River. The rooms provide supreme comfort and privacy, as well as the opportunity to view a large variety of big game and prolific birdlife from the privacy of your suite. An indoor/outdoor shower leads off from a spacious bathroom which opens out onto a private deck. Luxuriate in a private plunge pool or just relax on a lounger under the African sun.
- 1 November 2008 - 30 April 2009
- 1 May 2009 - 31 July 2009
- 1 August 2009 - 31 October 2009
† All prices are accurate but you may find that the final rates in your quotation vary slightly due to room type, seasonality and currency conversion.