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* NEW * Premier Classe Overnight Train Service
We welcome the launch of a Premier Classe train service between Johannesburg and Hoedspruit, providing an added attraction to Limpopo's big-five Game Reserves. The Premier Classe train offers visitors to Limpopo's game belt a four-star service that includes private cabins and five-course meals.
The Premier Classe overnight departs from Johannesburg (17h45) and Pretoria (19h25) to Hoedspruit every Thursday (arrival 10h00), returning from Hoedspruit (depart 14h00) to Pretoria (arrival 06h30) and Johannesburg (arrival 07h55) every Sunday.
The overnight trip between Johannesburg and Hoedspruit takes approximately 16 hours, departing Johannesburg and Hoedspruit in the afternoon and arriving the following morning refreshed at your end destination. Please note that the intermediate stops are for operational purposes only and do not allow for excursions off the train.
Children’s Services:
The Thornybush Collection; prides itself on actively welcoming children of all ages at Thornybush Game Lodge and Serondella. The other smaller lodges will accept children provided that the family book sole use of the camp.
Children at Thornybush Game Lodge have a special program prepared for them prior to their arrival that includes:
- Children are allocated to specific rangers who enjoy interaction with younger guests.
- They receive a complimentary children’s pack on arrival, which will keep them entertained and occupied during their stay.
- Rat packs (cold drinks/cookies) are sent with them on game drives.
- Drives and activities can be tailored to suit children's Interests and attention span.
- Walks are designed to ensure that their safety is taken into account and that they experience activities they might not normally do in the city.
- Meal requirements and venues are provided if required by parents.
- Baby sitters and child minders are available (At additional Cost).
Some of the activities we offer Children:
- Picnics Next To The Pool - Packed lunch including sandwiches and Fruit, eaten on a blanket, next to the pool.
- Educational Walks With Rangers - Short walks with their own ranger .
- Pointing out insects, tracks of animals, trees and interesting facts.
- Treasure Hunt - Children have to find clues around the lodge using books from the library, to get to their treasure (a little something supplied by parents).
Children also get "Ranger in Training Packs". They contain...
- Canvas Back Pack
- Colouring Book
- Crayons
- Safari Interactive Toy To Assist The Little “Ranger In Training”
Road Transfers:
Hoedspruit – Thornybush Game Reserve
Thornybush Game Reserve – Simbambili Game Lodge
KMIA – Thornybush Game Reserve
Phalaborwa – Thornybush Game Reserve
Day Excursions:
Panorama Tour
Tour guide will collect guests from various lodges at around 09h00, but alternative pick up times can be arranged to suit clients needs. Route covered is usually Abel Erasmus Pass, Graskop (lunch excluded), God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Three Rondawels and other Panorama route attractions. Time is allowed to shop for curios at various excellent shops and local craft vendors along the way. This is one of the most scenic routes in the region. Return at approx. 17h00.
Cheetah Breeding Project
As one of the country's leading private research and breeding facilities, this unique project concerns itself with the breeding and protection of several endangered indigenous wildlife species in Southern Africa. Initially established as a breeding centre for cheetah, this centre soon expanded to include many other endangered species.
Balloon Safari (Private Launches also available)
Imagine drifting soundlessly in the crisp morning air while below you herds of elephant and other game move across the landscape. Early morning balloon excursions are offered at all the Thornybush Game Reserve Lodges instead of a game drive. They are subject to availability and weather conditions.
Flight Of The Dragon
The magnificent Drakensburg escarpment (Dragons Mountain) rears 1900 meters from the Bushveld to the west of the lodge. View this exquisite region from the comfort of a light aircraft or helicopter. The fixed wing aircraft departs from Thornybush Airstrip for an hour’s flight along the escarpment including aerial views of the mighty Blyde River Canyon and the aptly named Gods Window. Rate includes a stop at our private mountain stream for a swim in the cool waters and a lovely picnic lunch.
Flights:
| OR TAMBO (JNB) |
Thornybush Reserve |
| Thornybush Reserve |
OR TAMBO (JNB) |
| KMIA (MQP) |
Thornybush Reserve |
| Hoedspruit |
Thornybush Reserve |
| Thornybush |
Simbambili Game Lodge |
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