• Apartments
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site

Situated within 45 km of Seaview Game & Lion Park and 12 km of Gamtoos River Mouth Reserve in Thornhill, Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary offers accommodation with seating area. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. All units come with a patio with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower. Some units have a pool with a view featuring garden views. All units feature bed linen. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thornhill, like hiking. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Mondplaas Railway Station is 15 km from Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
and
1 futon bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 futon bed
2 large double beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marlene
    South Africa South Africa
    A beautiful, well taken care of reservation. Interesting sanctuary tour with an excellent guide. The children in the group enjoyed every moment thoroughly....adults relaxed!
  • Cristina
    South Africa South Africa
    The Teepee is next to a water hole that was visited by Wildebeest, giraffe, zebra and buck. The walking trail was very well marked and led through lovely areas. It was so tranquil and close to nature, complete with roaring lions in the...
  • Dominique
    South Africa South Africa
    Lauren was super friendly and very helpful. It was wonderful seeing the buck, Zebra and Giraffes right from our tent and along our hike around the reserve and the lions are very well cared for. Learnt a few new things about the wildlife and had a...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary

Company review score: 9.8Based on 13 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Located along the well known Garden Route, and only 20 minutes from Jeffreys Bay, Simbonga is a beautiful bush escape where guests have the opportunity to fall asleep to the iconic roar of a lion and awake with the beauty of a giraffe walking past your accommodation.

Neighbourhood information

Simbonga is located in the Thornhill area along the well known Garden Route of South Africa. Home to the Warriors of Wildlife big cat Sanctuary, overnight guests are able to enjoy a guided tour to see lions and tiger up close and hear their stories. Tourist and surfing hotspot Jeffreys Bay is a mere 20 minutes away offering great surfing, various restaurants, shopping, sand boarding, and more! If a bigger city suits you, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), is only 40 minutes away with activities for everyone! If fishing is of interest, the Gamtoos mouth is a close 10 minute drive.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Garden
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
  • Hiking
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Reception services
  • 24-hour front desk
Miscellaneous
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary

  • Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Game drives

  • Check-in at Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary is 3.7 miles from the centre of Thornhill. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Simbonga Game Reserve & Sanctuary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.