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Lodge · Thornybush
Saseka Tented Camp
Suspend what you know about luxury tented camps. The latest addition to the Thornybush Collection, Saseka Tented Camp, is state-of-the-art, luxurious and imbued with idyllic African wilderness. Saseka is the Tsonga word for Beautiful. Set in the north-eastern portion of the big-5 game rich Thornybush Nature Reserve, situated in the greater Kruger National Park.
From R 18 670 per person sharing, per night
Special offer available on selected dates.
Lodge · Thornybush
Saseka Tented Camp
Suspend what you know about luxury tented camps. The latest addition to the Thornybush Collection, Saseka Tented Camp, is state-of-the-art, luxurious and imbued with idyllic African wilderness. Saseka is the Tsonga word for Beautiful. Set in the north-eastern portion of the big-5 game rich Thornybush Nature Reserve, situated in the greater Kruger National Park.
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About the lodge
An overview of Saseka Tented Camp.
Suspend what you know about luxury tented camps. The latest addition to the Thornybush Collection, Saseka Tented Camp, is state-of-the-art, luxurious and imbued with idyllic African wilderness. Saseka is the Tsonga word for Beautiful. Set in the north-eastern portion of the big-5 game rich Thornybush Nature Reserve, situated in the greater Kruger National Park.
Highlights
- Set alongside the Monwana River—an important source of water in the reserve—Saseka offers luxury accommodation at its best and exceptional game viewing.
- The day starts as dawn breaks over the bushveld. After an early morning wake-up call, coffee, tea, and rusks are served on the main deck.
- The afternoon game drive is preceded by high tea and extends into the evening, offering a chance to view seldom-seen nocturnal species by torchlight.
You Should Know
- Children from 12 years of age are welcome.
- All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult during game drives.
- Children under 16 years of age are not permitted on bush walks.
The Details
Nestled along a curve of the seasonal Monwana River, Saseka Tented Camp stands as one of the most desirable luxury safari destinations within the Greater Kruger Park region.
The word "Saseka" translates to "beautiful" in the local Tsonga language, a fitting name as everything here—from the elegantly designed tented suites to the tranquil ambiance, exceptional cuisine, and attentive service—embodies that description.
The camp features nine luxurious tents, each equipped with a private deck, pool, and outdoor shower, accommodating two guests per suite. For families or small groups, Little Saseka offers a shared lounge and dining area, a communal deck and pool, and a private safari vehicle.
The lodge offers various facilities and services, including babysitting, a bar, bush breakfasts (weather permitting), a deck, game drives, a lounge, mobile coverage, riverbed dinners (weather permitting), a spa, wake-up calls, and Wi-Fi access.
Experiences
Thornybush and Sabi Sand Nature Reserves share an unfenced boundary with Kruger National Park, creating one of the richest areas for native wildlife in Southern Africa.
With the Big Five freely roaming under the expansive skies of the Greater Kruger Park, guests enjoy consistent and exhilarating encounters with these iconic animals. Twice-daily game drives, guided bush walks, or even relaxing at the lodge provide incredible opportunities to experience the wildlife.
The variety of wildlife in this region is truly remarkable, ranging from giraffes and zebras to hippos, hyenas, wild dogs, antelope, and hundreds of bird species. Skilled guides and trackers, who possess deep knowledge of the bush and an innate ability to find the action, will bring you close to it all in open-air safari vehicles.
Activities
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Bush walks and dining
- Private vehicle safaris
- Bush spa
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- All meals and snacks
- All local drinks (soft drinks, house wine, selection of local beers, and local spirits)
- Minibar drinks
- Morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry
For special rates and deals, the inclusive drinks policy may vary.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Dec 2027
Peak / migration
1 Jul 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 28 000
per person · night
Low season
11 Jan 2026 – 15 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Special offer
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 18 670
per person · night · normally R 28 000
Festive
16 Dec 2026 – 31 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 28 000
per person · night
Festive
1 Jan 2027 – 14 Jan 2027
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 31 000
per person · night
Low season
15 Jan 2027 – 30 Jun 2027
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Special offer
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 23 250
per person · night · normally R 31 000
Peak / migration
1 Jul 2027 – 31 Oct 2027
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 31 000
per person · night
Shoulder
1 Nov 2027 – 15 Dec 2027
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Special offer
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 23 250
per person · night · normally R 31 000
Festive
16 Dec 2027 – 31 Dec 2027
All Inclusive - Accommodation, all meals and snacks, local drinks, mini bar drinks and twice daily game drives
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 23rd October 2026. Details
R 31 000
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. Where a reduced rate is shown, it reflects a stay-pay or long-stay offer for those dates; honeymoon and other offers are applied separately when we prepare your quote. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Where the rates above show a saving, it comes from a stay-pay or long-stay offer. Honeymoon offers are applied by your safari specialist when preparing your quote.
Stay & Pay
Stay four nights and pay for three, with the fourth night complimentary. The offer applies to travel from 1 November to 15 December 2026, and again from 15 January to 30 June 2027 and 1 November to 15 December 2027, on a minimum four-night stay at a single lodge, for a maximum of six guests per booking. It is available on new bookings only, applies to inclusive rates, is not valid over Easter, cannot be combined with any other offer and excludes transfers to and from the lodge as well as South African resident rates; a 50 per cent single supplement applies.
Honeymoon
Honeymoon couples staying three nights or more receive a 50 per cent discount on one partner's accommodation. The offer is valid for travel from 1 November to 15 December 2026, and from 15 January to 30 June 2027 and 1 November to 15 December 2027. It applies to new bookings on inclusive rates only, is not valid over Easter, cannot be combined with any other offer, and excludes transfers to and from the lodge and South African resident rates.
Long stay
Combine Saseka Tented Camp with Simbambili Game Lodge in the Sabi Sands and receive a complimentary charter flight between the two lodges, valid for travel until 31 December 2027. A minimum of five nights across the two lodges is required, for between two and ten guests, with a luggage allowance of 20kg per person including hand luggage in small, soft bags. The offer cannot be combined with stay-pay or other deals and does not apply to South African resident rates. The five-night Thornybush Impact Safari is also available for travel until 31 December 2026, combining three nights at Saseka with two nights at Simbambili and including inter-lodge transfers, a helicopter anti-poaching experience, K9 unit demonstration, community and conservation visits and all game drives; it requires a minimum of six guests per booking, is open to guests aged 12 and over only, and is not combinable with other promotions.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Saseka Tented Camp, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
- Minimum ages
- Stay 12+ · Game drives 12+ · Walking safari 16+
- Child rates
- No child discount rates published. Main camp accepts children 12+ only; no triples. Little Saseka exclusive-use villa: R120,000/night sole use, sleeps 4.
- Family rooms
- Family unit available.
- Care
- No dedicated kids' programme
- Exceptions
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Little Saseka — the exclusive-use villa within Saseka Tented Camp — accepts children of all ages when booked with a private vehicle (included in the sole-use villa product, which also features a plunge pool, interleading kids' room, and private meals). The main Saseka Tented Camp remains 12+ only. Walking safaris are 16+ across the board, and all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult on game drives.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at Saseka Tented Camp. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Short walk
Immersive Bush Walk
An immersive bush walk offered as part of the Thornybush Impact Safari itinerary on Day 3, conducted in the Timbavati area around Saseka Tented Camp or Thornybush Game Lodge.
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Cultural
Beyond the game drive.
Community visits, cultural walks, and dining experiences documented at Saseka Tented Camp.
Village visit
Shangaan Cultural Immersion
Guests meet members of the local Shangaan community at Saseka Tented Camp, sharing meals and listening to their personal stories, offering an authentic window into the culture and daily life of the people of the Timbavati region.
Scheduled on Days 1–3 of the Impact Safari itinerary at Thornybush Game Lodge or Saseka Tented Camp. Exact duration and group size not stated.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Cultural walk
Community Induction
An introductory community engagement session held on arrival at Saseka Tented Camp or Thornybush Game Lodge, orienting guests to the local community context as part of the Impact Safari programme.
Conducted on Days 1–3 of the Impact Safari itinerary. Exact duration and group size not stated.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Cultural experience
Choir Performance
A live choir performance by community members, included as part of the Day 1–3 programme at Saseka Tented Camp or Thornybush Game Lodge during the Impact Safari itinerary.
Scheduled on Days 1–3 of the Impact Safari itinerary. Exact duration, group size, and choir details not stated.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
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