Saseka Tented Camp

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Saseka Tented Camp

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R 21 000 R 28 000 pps · per night

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Thornybush

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Saseka Tented Camp

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.

The same as booking direct

Rates and pricing.

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Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 15 Dec 2026

Why book through us

You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Saseka Tented Camp personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.

By season

Green season

1 Mar 2026 – 30 Jun 2026

All Inclusive – All meals, beverages, and two daily game drives

Special offer

R 21 000

Normally R 28 000

Peak / migration

1 Jul 2026 – 31 Oct 2026

All Inclusive – All meals, beverages, and two daily game drives

R 28 000

Shoulder

1 Nov 2026 – 15 Dec 2026

All Inclusive – All meals, beverages, and two daily game drives

Special offer

R 21 000

Normally R 28 000

Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

Exclusive offer

Already reflected in the rates above.

The reduced rates shown in the table apply for the periods listed. Here is what is running and why.

Stay & Pay

Stay 3 Nights, Pay for 2 – Valid for bookings made until 28 February 2026. Stay 4 Nights, Pay for 3 – Maximum of 6 travelers per group. Valid for travel between 1 March – 30 June 2026 and 1 November – 15 December 2026.

Honeymoon

Celebrate your honeymoon in style with us. • Stay 3 nights or more and receive a 50% discount on one partner’s accommodation • Offer valid at all lodges excluding Kamara House Villa • Not combinable with any other offers | Valid for travel between 15 January – 30 June 2026 and 1 November – 15 December 2026

Family policies

Travelling with children.

What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Saseka Tented Camp: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, 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+

Programmes & care

No dedicated kids' programme.

Accommodation

Family unit available.

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.

Notable exceptions

  • 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.

Speak to a safari specialist

Plan your dream safari at Saseka Tented Camp.

From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Saseka Tented Camp: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.

Example: 14–21 Nov 2027 · 2 adults · departing NYC · Big Five focus.

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