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Tanda Tula Field Camp

Timbavati Reserve, South Africa

South Africa / Greater Kruger / Tanda Tula Field Camp

A secluded, off-grid bush camp along in the heart of the Timbavati Reserve

Nestled in the heart of the Timbavati private nature reserve, between the Mopono and Nhlaralumi rivers, sits a delightfully intimate, exclusive-use fly camp operated by owners fully dedicated to wildlife conservation and strengthening the local communities. Each of the four furnished "explorer tents”accommodates eight guests and is far from luxurious, but that's not what Tanda Tula's Field Camp is about.

Shara Burger, a consultant for Tanda Tula, beautifully captures the essence of the camp, describing it as the untamed frontier of an African safari—a place that challenges you to step beyond your comfort zone. It's an ultra-sensory adventure that will leave you contemplating how you truly lived before savoring the untamed essence of the wild.

“We have always been committed to strengthening communities, empowering individuals, and conserving wild spaces. Through responsible business practices and people-facing programs, we enable change immediately and provide growth for years to come.”

—Tanda Tula

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the look.

Smack dab in the heart of Timbavati’s African bush; this intimate glamp camp packs a punch on authenticity and full-on Out-of-Africa charm. Simple, off-grid canvas tents have tiny cots, utilitarian furnishings, and cozy lanterns. Don’t expect luxury (or flushing toilets) here: Tanda Tula is about immersive safari experiences and sleeping in the wild. Think cozy communal campfires, starlit dinners, outdoor bucket showers, and comfy cots under canvas tents.

And, of course, we love that these tents are low-impact and committed to leaving no trace behind.

the experience.

walking safaris

Track game on foot on a walking safari. Picnic brunches included.

sundowners

Delight in sipping afternoon cocktails overlooking the Nhlaralumi riverbed (no doubt shared with plenty of curious elephants).

campfire mingling

Mingle with guests sharing bush stories over communal campfire dinners.

game drives

Fill your day with game drives to your heart’s content.

the impact.

Camp strictly adheres to a "leave-no-trace-behind” low-impact ethos that encourages temporary tents and safaris, minimizing disruption to the wildlife and natural surroundings.

Eco-design

The construction does not impose on the site and maintains a low-impact light footprint philosophy.

Community-focused

The Tanda Tula Education Foundation (100% funded by Tanda Tula (Pty) Ltd. focuses on scholarship programs for children of the staff and is committed to teaching children about conservation, sustainability, the environment, and community development.

Waste, water, and energy management

Entirely off-grid camp using oil and solar lanterns (instead of electricity).

at a glance.

$$-$$$ (All inclusive)

good to know

Tanda Tula offers two camps (Safari and Field) with access to a concession of 6,500 hectares on the nature reserve. Safari camp offers 12 private luxury tents. Field camp is a private-use-only camp with 4 tents, each with an outdoor bathroom, hot shower, and eco-toilet. Children > 6 welcome. Exclusive use only for a minimum of 4 guests.