Tintswalo Safari Lodge

Luxury accommodation with excellent-quality safari and wildlife experiences.

Description

Tintswalo Safari lodge is situated along a seasonal river bed among 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 Explorer suites are all linked to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways.

With an exclusive collection of six, lavish suites plus a regal presidential suite, Safari Lodge offers the discerning traveler an opportunity to let go of the hustle and bustle of busy business life and take time out to relax and become one with nature.

Tintswalo Safari Lodge is located within the Manyeleti Private Game reserve
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The reserve borders the Kruger National Park to the Eastern side, the Timbavati Reserve on the Northern side and the Sabi Sand reserve on the Southern side - each of these areas renowned in their own right for excellent-quality safari and wildlife experiences.

What makes Manyeleti unique, however, is the exceptionally low human : land density ratios. With only two commercially operated lodges, a maximum of 8 safari vehicles traverse the reserve. Each vehicle therefore has the equivalent of 2937 hectares to itself. It can therefore be said that this is one of the lowest vehicle density private reserves in the greater Kruger Park region.

The Kruger National Park is one of the most diverse national parks in the world. It houses a vast array of flora and fauna. There are no fences between the reserves, which means that animals are free to roam unhindered. Tintswalo Safari Lodge is situated in an ideal "catchment" zone which is attractive to a variety of wildlife species due to the high quality of the environment.

"As a bit of a Safari geek who has been to lodges throughout Eastern and Southern Africa, I can confidently say that this is one of the best around. The staff were absolutely superb, and the accommodation was simply stunning. The food was also to a very high standard. The game viewing was outstanding, and the guides didn't simply rush you from one viewing to another, you actually got to spend 'quality' time at each viewing. Simply could not recommend this lodge enough."
- Steve

The unique aspects of the Tintswalo Safari Lodge experience can be summarised as follows:

• Tintswalo is an exclusive safari lodge under traditional grassing.
• Situated on the private Manyeleti Reserve concession, within the Greater Kruger National Park - a reserve with very low vehicle/ human density. Read more about the Manyeleti Reserve.
• Tintswalo Safari lodge is situated along a seasonal river bed among an ancient sycamore tree grove overlooking a waterhole frequented by variations of game.
• Big 5 Game with excellent quality and quantity of viewing offering clients the ultimate Safari experience.
• The 6 spacious & luxurious suites all with private decks and plunge pool are authentically decorated to recall the pioneering times of the nineteenth century African explorers
• A massive emphasis is placed on sublime service coupled with outstanding dining, offering an experience to savour forever.

The unique aspects of Tintswalo Manor House can be summarised as follows:

• Tintswalo Manor House is an intimate homely setting with complete privacy, within the same concession as Safari Lodge.
• 4 Luxury en-suite air-conditioned rooms (plus a kids inter-leading room) over look a water hole that often welcomes thirsty visitors of all kinds.
• Manor House is for exclusive use only and can take a maximum of 10 Guests; it comes with its own General Manager, Chef, Game Vehicle, and Ranger & Tracker.
• This Gem is Ideal for families, children and small group bookings at an incredible value rate, offering the same Safari experience as Safari Lodge.
• Manor house guests may enjoy the facilities of the Vital Source Spa & the Curio shop at the main Tintswalo Safari lodge.

Accommodation

Tintswalo Safari suites and lodge are all situated along a seasonal river bed among 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 Explorer suites and Presidential are all linked to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways.

The Tintswalo suites are authentically decorated to reflect the pioneering times of the nineteenth century African explorers. The air-conditioned suites are situated along the banks of the seasonal Nwaswitsontso River. Providing supreme comfort, privacy and an opportunity for effortless birding, as well as the chance to view a large variety of big game from the privacy of each unit. The indoor/outdoor shower leads off from the spacious bathroom which opens out onto the deck. Luxuriate in a private plunge pool or just relax on a lounger under the African Sun.

Kingsley Suite – Mary Kingsley, a nineteenth century spinster, explored with humble resources collecting fish and insects samples for the Royal Geographic Society. An understated twin or double suite.

Livingston Suite – The most widely known explorer of Africa’s colonial history. A twin or double luxury traveller suite.

Burton Suite – Richard Burton, a controversial character donning a turban, historically he translated the Arabian Nights into English. A richly decorated twin or double suite.

Speke Suite – John Hanning Speke, a true gentleman, also in search of the illusive source of the Nile. A spacious luxury suite with large four-poster.

Stanley Suite – Originally a Welshman, Henry Morton Stanley was the man who found Livingston. A beautifully appointed double suite with a large sleigh bed.

Baines Suite – Thomas Baines, an engineer and artist. This suite is part of the Presidential Suite and accommodates four guests, either as part of the main lodge or privately.

Every suite has an extra length double or twin bed, en-suite bathroom, air conditioners, overhead fans mosquito nets, private deck with an intimate plunge pool overlooking a game-friendly river bed and
magnificent Sycamore groves.

The Presidential Unit is also authentically decorated to recall the pioneering times of the nineteenth century African explorers. This unit is especially suited for a family, or guests who prefer the ultimate exclusive safari and a flexible itinerary.

There are two air-conditioned suites which are connected by a spacious lounge, dining and open plan kitchen area. The individual indoor/outdoor showers lead off from the spacious bathrooms which open out onto the deck with a large private plunge pool.

Presidential is predominantly a suite booked exclusively, where guests enjoy their own private safari vehicle, private guide and tracker, private chef and butler. The team of staff is on hand to facilitate the discerning traveller's personalised itinerary.

The suite also has DSTV and a play station. For safety and convenience, the Presidential Suite is connected to the main Safari Lodge by a raised walkway.

Tintswalo Manor House

The Manor house is situated within the Tintswalo Concession.

A large thatched Manor boasting a crystal blue swimming pool, deep shaded patio and traditional boma. A minimum of 6 guests are required for Manor House bookings, with a maximum capacity of 10 guests.

The Manor House staff is flexible to your needs and one safari vehicle, a guide and tracker are allocated to you for the duration of your stay.

Down stairs the Manor has 3 en-suite air-conditioned twin or double bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has an optional child’s room which leads off it. Upstairs is the main double en-suite bedroom with a beautiful view of the surrounding bushveld.

Dining at the manor is enjoyed on the patio or in the open air boma under the awesome Manyeleti night sky. Manor house guests may enjoy the facilities of the Vital Source Spa & the Curio shop at the main Tintswalo Safari lodge.

Location

Tintswalo Safari Lodge is located in the Manyeleti Private Game reserve within the Limpopo Province of South Africa.
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The reserve borders the Kruger National Park to the Eastern side, the Timbavati Reserve on the Northern side and the Sabi Sand reserve on the Southern side - each of these areas renowned in their own right for excellent-quality safari and wildlife experiences.

The Reserve is easily accessible via scheduled daily flights from Johannesburg, via road and via private charter.

Cuisine

From Ryno du Rand, Tintswalo's Group Executive Chef:

"It’s the passion and the love for food, the idea of creating something magnificent, to meet the guest’s expectations, and to give them the ultimate satisfaction. This is what Tintswalo food is about!

Our cuisine is about taste and flavour. I want people's taste buds to wake up by the taste of our food. I want them to get excited by the aromas’ of our food. I want them to feel as if the meal was made especially for them.

At Tintswalo, it’s almost as if each guest has their own personal chef to cater to their exact needs."

The style of cuisine at Tintswalo Safari Lodge is contemporary, with only the freshest of ingredients. The team enjoy using plenty of fresh herbs and spices to flavour their creations - including basil, rosemary, thyme, fragrant seeds and spices.

Guests may enjoy a variety of meals, such as served breakfast; brunch and "spade breakfasts" in the bush; bush picnics; a selection of plated and platter lunches; English high teas; plated dinner in the dining roopm; boma dinners; private dinners in the guest's suite - as well as bush dinners. Meal times are designed around the guest's needs, to create the ultimate dining experience.

Here are a few of Ryno's delectable recipes:

• Dark Chocolate, Cardamon and Pistachio Truffle Cake with a Saffron and Rosewater Ice Cream and Organic Rose Petal Sugar
• Seared Tuna
• Passionfriut,Vanilla and Lemon Panna Cotta with a
  Mandarin Coulis and a Saffron Sauce accompanied by a Tuile and Mint Sugar
• Herb Crusted Line Fish served with a Chilli Corn Cake and Pan Fried Asian Greens
• Grilled Marinated Garlic Prawns with a Courgette and Haloumi Fritter with a Marinated Cucumber Salad and a Coconut Foam

Rates

Please note: Rates serve as a guideline only and are subject to change without notice

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