Lion Sands - Tinga Lodge
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Lion Sands - Tinga Lodge
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Kruger Park, Tinga Legends Lodge Wy, Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga, 2194, South Africa
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Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Excellent service
Free parking
Ideal location
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
Private parkingFree
24-hour front desk
Bar
Restaurant
Kids' club
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Property Description
When you stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge in Skukuza, you'll be on a river and 8 minutes by foot from Skukuza Golf Course. This all-inclusive lodge is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Kruger National Park and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from AM Spa Kruger.
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9.7/10
AmazingCleanliness9.7
Amenities9.7
Location9.7
Service9.7
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Surroundings
Airport: Skukuza Airport
(1.9 km)
Train: Numbi
(60.8 km)
Landmarks: Skukuza Golf Club
(1.6 km)
Landmarks: Lake Panic Bird Hide
(2.0 km)
Landmarks: Kruger Park Congregation / Krugerwildtuin Gemeente
(2.1 km)
Landmarks: Skukuza Cricket Club
(2.1 km)
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Policies
9
Suite
1 king bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
River view
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Guest Reviews
9.7/10
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13 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.7
- Amenities9.7
- Location9.7
- Service9.7
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Sharmain N
March 17, 2025
Lion Sands Tinga was absolutely fantastic! Everything from our warm welcome, great rooms, great game drives, and wonderful food and drinks made it so worthwhile! Our Game Ranger Dre, and Tracker Wanted were awesome. They were so fun but knowledgeable, and we were so lucky with our sightings! Our helper Benny, and the reception staff and Nicole made it all so special! Pretty and Thembisile kept our rooms clean and tidy, and the Spa treatment by Nhlengiwe was fabulous!. Tasty tasty food. Chef Civilised even made us a curry! We were well and truly looked after. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!! From Mark, Sharmain and Josha
andyc787
March 2, 2025
Fantastic. Very close to Shekuza Airport so the transfer took only 10 mins. Beautiful Lodge and fab rooms overlooking Sabi River. We watched elephants , hippos and water Buffulo stop for drinks. The game drives were fantastic even though the weather wasn’t great. Saw all the big 5 and had some wonderful food. Couldn’t fault the service. Our 3rd safari and just as good as the other 2. Highly recommended.
hpcm
November 9, 2024
Our stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge was wonderful and beyond what we could ever have imagined. Extremely friendly, and welcoming staff. Beautiful luxurious stand-alone villa with top views, including elephant, hippo and even Impalas close to our porch. Or a leopard roaring close by at night. Loved the ambience of the lodge and delicious food on the veranda for breakfast and dinner. Not to forget the absolutely superb game drives. Each of them an experience for itself. Wildlife and nature at its best. Our professional guide Ryan and tracker Reckson exactly knew how to handle the animals with such calmness, and care. Exceptional sunset aperos in the middle of nowhere rounded up the entire safari dream. It indeed was a shame we had to leave this place after 2 days, we could have done much more. This definitely is a reason for coming back. Thank you.
Guest User
May 8, 2025
Lion Sands was a fabulous lodge for my Kruger Park safari! I can’t say enough about the beautiful setting, the superb lodging, the impeccable service, and the incredible guides and trackers! Everything exceeded my expectations beyond my wildest dreams! Seeing the Big 5 was the frosting on the cake. I would definitely go back, without hesitation!
Nuala D
April 16, 2025
We had booked through Go2Africa to return to River Lodge where we stayed on our last trip but were upgraded to the Hinkwenu Residence at Tinga Lodge. The residence was outstanding - absolutely huge. It had a private garden with sun beds, sofas and a pool. Inside there was a large dining area and lounge, two big bedrooms and bathrooms and even a kitchen for a chef to cook if requested. The lodge is gorgeous and right on the river Sabi so we were able to see elephants, buffalo, hippos amongst other things, across the river while we dined. What really makes this lodge outstanding are the staff. Thank you to the manager Nicole who arranged a boma night for us as we had mentioned how much we loved it at our last stay at River Lodge. Thank you to our butler, Able, for looking after us so well and for being so kind. Thank you to our guide and tracker, Albert and Mish who made sure we saw everything more than once and educated us along the way. Thank you to all the staff, for whom nothing it’s too much trouble and who all great you with a smile and make you feel like part of the family. The food here is outstanding and it was lovely to meet the chefs. I can’t recommend this place highly enough. We loved our stay and will definitely be back in Lion Sands again.
Alistair T
April 4, 2025
Everything about the lodge was perfect game viewing excellent, our guide and tracker were amongst the best I have worked with. Setting was góod. Only slight niggle food lacked a little bit of sophistication that I think high paying guests would expect
Caroline M
March 8, 2025
Beautiful setting beside the river. Large villa with private plunge pool . . Fantastic food and good wines included - Benny made sure we were well fed and watered . Amazing game drives with our guide Sam and tracker Ntsako. Very experienced and informative . Would highly recommend .
Guest User
February 15, 2025
Hotel is in the always lively historical main square with a grand and imposing Cathedral. We had a comfortable and clean room with a view of the square and could easily walk to many of the local main attractions. Staff were very polite and helpful. Breakfast was plentiful with hot food, salad and fruits etc. The lady staff in charge was always cheerful and welcoming to all guests who come for their first meal of the day.
Matt K
December 3, 2024
Where to even begin... From the moment we arrived at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge for our honeymoon we felt at home. The staff go out of their way each day to make the experience truly special. The room we stayed in was clean, well kept, and beautiful. The air conditioning worked quite well for how hot it was during our stay. Make sure to keep the mosquito netting up at night cause the room does get a bit buggy but it's hard to avoid that in the bush. The food was delicious and the meal area allows you to connect with other travelers. We loved getting to know the other folks on our drives and at the lodge. The guides and trackers are all extremely knowledgeable and provide a once in a lifetime experience on each drive. The spa was luxurious and serene. I'd recommend anyone that is looking for an elegant, intimate, and informative safari experience to stay at the Tinga Lodge.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Private parking
Free
24-hour front desk
Bar
Restaurant
Kids' club
Childcare service
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation needed.
Private parking
Free
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Lobby bar
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Spa
Additional charge
Public Areas
Water purifier
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Childcare service
Additional charge
Kids' club
Children's meals available
Business Services
Wedding service
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–18:00
Check-out: 06:00–10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children aged 10 and above are welcome at this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Opened: 2003
- Number of Rooms: 9
When you stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge in Skukuza, you'll be on a river and 8 minutes by foot from Skukuza Golf Course. This all-inclusive lodge is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Kruger National Park and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from AM Spa Kruger.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You can encounter the local wildlife with a safari. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
This lodge is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Boma Dinner serving guests of Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Skukuza? This lodge has 237 square feet (22 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring private plunge pools. Rooms have private furnished patios. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You can encounter the local wildlife with a safari. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
This lodge is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Boma Dinner serving guests of Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Skukuza? This lodge has 237 square feet (22 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring private plunge pools. Rooms have private furnished patios. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.