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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
Limpopo · South Africa
Kruger National Park, SkukuzaView location
9.6/10Excellent27 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service9.4/10 9.4
Comfort9.6/10 9.6
Condition9.8/10 9.8
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood10.0/10 10.0
Amenities9.8/10 9.8
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About Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
This hotel enjoys a unique setting in Skukuza, offering an ideal base for exploring the splendor of Kruger National Park. With Paul Kruger Gate just 20 km away, guests have easy access to the park's many attractions.
The charming hotel welcomes guests with warm hospitality, promising a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Tastefully-designed rooms provide convenience, and the friendly staff caters to the needs of every traveler.
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With a stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge in Skukuza, you'll be on a river, and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from AM Spa Kruger and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Skukuza Golf Course.
This all-inclusive lodge is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Paul Kruger Gate and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Paul Kruger Statue. 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. 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).
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
6:00 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
Important information
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Property Alerts
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Destination fee: ZAR 134 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
- Utility fee: ZAR 176 per person, per night
- Resort fee: ZAR 495 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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You need to know
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
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Special Instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property provides transfer service from Skukuza Airport (SZK) at no extra cost. Fees apply for transfers from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) and other airports. This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
AM Spa Kruger
8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Skukuza Golf Course
15 km / 9.3 mi
Paul Kruger Gate
19.6 km / 12.2 mi
Paul Kruger Statue
19.7 km / 12.2 mi
Silolweni Lake
34.7 km / 21.6 mi
Phabeni Gate
46.4 km / 28.8 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Double rooms: 18
- Suites: 18
- Accessible rooms: 1
- lodge
- American Express
- Diners Club
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Wheelchair-accessible
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
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- Wi-fi
- Transfer service
- Secure parking
- Airport Shuttle
- Laundry service
- Multilingual staff
- Fireplace
- Newspaper stand
- Shop
- Terrace
- Luggage room
- Toaster
- Clothes dryer
- Private pool
- Library
- Electric kettle
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Highchairs
- Poolside snack bar
- Breakfast room
- Conference room
- Meeting room
- Sun loungers
- TV lounge
- Massage
- Beauty salon
- Breakfast
- All inclusive with alcoholic drinks own brands
- Only Adults
- LGTBIQ friendly
- Single-Use Plastic Free
- Safari
Meal plans
Meal plan types
Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.
Upon availability
Room types
These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability
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SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 90 m²SGL.ST
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 90 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Room type
- SINGLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Turndown service
- Alarm clock
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes
- Toiletries
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Balcony
- Safe
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- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Ironing set
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Mini fridge
- Minibar
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub: 1
- Shower: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Wake-up service
- Wi-fi
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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SINGLE STANDARD
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Photos illustrate the room type; your assigned room may vary.
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 90 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Room type
- SINGLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SGL.ST
Room amenities
- Turndown service
- Alarm clock
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes
- Toiletries
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Balcony
- Safe
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Ironing set
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Mini fridge
- Minibar
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub: 1
- Shower: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Wake-up service
- Wi-fi
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 90 m²DBL.ST
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 90 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Shower: 1
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- Minibar
- Safe
- Bathroom: 1
- Wi-fi
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- Disability-friendly bathroom
- Wheelchair-accessible
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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DOUBLE STANDARD
Room photos
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Photos illustrate the room type; your assigned room may vary.
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 90 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.ST
Room amenities
- Shower: 1
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- Minibar
- Safe
- Bathroom: 1
- Wi-fi
- Disability-friendly bathroom
- Wheelchair-accessible
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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SUITE KING SIZE BED
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.KG
Limited room details from hotel
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
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reviews shown
Nicole
Magical
From Kruger to Murray to Abel, the staff were truly what made the stay extraordinary. The attention to detail and warmth, made you feel like each time you turned into the driveway from another spectacular safari you were coming home. Truly an experience of a lifetime.
Wee Lee
What a great property! Enjoyed the views, the room facilities, common areas, etc. Guide and tracker were brilliant. Food is of a very high standard. Very impressed!
Reem
Trip to kruger
Amazing lodge. Amazing staff. Amazing rangers. Unforgettable trip. Highly recommend this lodge
Matheus
Wonderful place! There is absolutely nothing I would change about it.
Verified traveler
I stayed at Tinga Lodge. Probably one of the best properties I have stayed at. The airport was 5 mins away - extremely convenient. The room was massive, had all the amenities. The only thing I wasn't extremely happy about was the food. I think they could have done much better.
Verified traveler
Amazing in every way. From the accommodations to the food to the service it was an incredible time. Our guide Ben and tracker Collence for game drives were absolute rockstars and completely made the experience with their knowledge, talent and charming personalities. Worth every penny and would stay again in a second.
Lori
The lodge was exquisite and service exceptional! The food was also amazing.
My only complaint is the plunge pool for our room was in need of an update and should have been heated. We went on to stay at Ulusaba and found Lion Sands Reserve, Narina Lodge to be superior in accommodations, game drive experience, and dining.
My only complaint is the plunge pool for our room was in need of an update and should have been heated. We went on to stay at Ulusaba and found Lion Sands Reserve, Narina Lodge to be superior in accommodations, game drive experience, and dining.
Shawny
Perfect Luxury Honeymoon
They took our last stop of our honeymoon and made it SPECTACULAR. They added little surprise perks that created unbelievable memories. If you are a couple looking for an amazing classic honeymoon experience with some unique twists - this is the place!
daniela
Beautiful hotel, delicious food, friendly staff
The tinga lodge at lion sands look as if you took it out of an architectural digest magazine. the hotel is beautiful, the food was amazingly good, so creatively presented and its nice that the menu has various options so you will definitely find something you like. The rooms are very big, pretty and comfortable. The mini bar was included as well as all drinks, and they make sure you always have food or drinks with you. Our ranger and tracker were very very good. Our ranger Joe explained everything, it was very informative, we learned a lot. This is definitely a plus in this hotel. We went to another safari were the ranger did not explain much and it does make a huge difference. We got to see the big 5 many times, we got pretty close to the animals. It was a great experience. I would recommend this hotel for a honeymoon.
Verified traveler
From start to finish an amazing holiday and hotel. Nobody can have a bad experience here. Worth every penny.
Enjoy
Enjoy
kiwa
A life changing experience
Lion sands was probably the most beautiful stay and moreover experience i ever had. Not only did we see tons of wildlife, the staff and guide + tracker team were out of this world, charming and caring, kind and fun, doing everything to make our stay the most agreeable. We felt like we were with family and truly believe this is an experience like no other.
It's a must do and see, one to hold and cherish.
Thank you for making it all so perfect and surprising us along the way with your kindness and attentions.
It's a must do and see, one to hold and cherish.
Thank you for making it all so perfect and surprising us along the way with your kindness and attentions.
Robert
Stunning hotel with amazing views
Beautiful hotel, located by the river. The few rooms make the hotel very private, and exclusive. Hotel staff was very friendly, helpful and professional. Suites are beautifully decorated, comfortable and very elegant. Food was excellent.
The only negative thing was that some of the staff member were quite pushy with wanted to get tips, and it was quite frustrating at times. But only 2/3 staff members were like that. Other than that it was a very nice stay.
The only negative thing was that some of the staff member were quite pushy with wanted to get tips, and it was quite frustrating at times. But only 2/3 staff members were like that. Other than that it was a very nice stay.
Verified traveler
Employees on strike
Way too expensive for what you get. Former employees were on strike outside the hotel yelling and screaming all day long which made it imposible to rest and take advantage of a hotel as expensive as this one.
Many hotels on the surrounding areas which are cheaper, newer and better.
Avoid this one if you can.
Many hotels on the surrounding areas which are cheaper, newer and better.
Avoid this one if you can.
Wadsyman
Lions Sands Tinga Lodge - Exceptional
We stayed at the Lion Sands Tinga Lodge and the stAff could not have been friendlier or accommodating. Frankly, our expectations were exceeded. Our ranger and game spotter were exceptional, very knowledgeable and able to find the prize game. My wife and I highly recommend this lodge.
DMLoria
A luxurious magical place in Wild Africa
Amazing experience from the first minute you get picked up from the airport to when you leave. Everyone was very attentive, friendly and accommodating. You're greeted by the manager and the whole staff. The great hall is tastefully decorated and has a view of the river bank. At anytime of the day you'll see animals visiting the area feeding on the vegetation.
The food is excellent, fresh and delicious. The morning and afternoon safari drives were exciting and fun. Morning drives are capped off by coffee, tea and treats. Afternoon drives are rewarded by drinks and snacks at sunset. We saw lots of animals and the ranger and tracker guides were very informative on animal habits and survival tactics. The whole time we felt very pampered. Each day was so unique and wonderful that we were sorry to leave Narina, Tinga.
Definitely would recommend this place to our friends and family as well as visiting again.
The food is excellent, fresh and delicious. The morning and afternoon safari drives were exciting and fun. Morning drives are capped off by coffee, tea and treats. Afternoon drives are rewarded by drinks and snacks at sunset. We saw lots of animals and the ranger and tracker guides were very informative on animal habits and survival tactics. The whole time we felt very pampered. Each day was so unique and wonderful that we were sorry to leave Narina, Tinga.
Definitely would recommend this place to our friends and family as well as visiting again.
Pablo
Would love to come back!
Tinga was incredible. I haven't seen much of kruger but I have been too other safaris around south africa and kenya, and I would definitely say Tinga is amazing. Its worth taking a look at it. We really enjoyed our beautiful rooms, and the whole service from the hotel was amazing.. Everynight we had dinner at different spots through out the hotel, which made it really unique from other luxury hotels.
Our guide (Dave) and our tracker were definitely one of the best ones you could have. We saw many animals, and apart from that we had many many laughs, and great memories which we will never forget, or stop sharing. They made it stand out!! Plus the views from the Sabi River are un believable.
Our guide (Dave) and our tracker were definitely one of the best ones you could have. We saw many animals, and apart from that we had many many laughs, and great memories which we will never forget, or stop sharing. They made it stand out!! Plus the views from the Sabi River are un believable.
Manny
Awesome Experience!
I have travelled all over the world and the quality of Tinga Legends Lodge, from the food, to the service, to the facilities, to the game drives, is absolutely first class.
Claudia
Eine absolut außergewöhnliche Erfahrung! Wunderschöne Zimmer und Anlage, grandiose Game Drives, sehr aufmerksames und freundliches Team. Es war das Highlight unserer Reise!
Verified traveler
Una struttura molto bella nel bellissimo parco Kruger. Personale squisito, pulizia ottima, buon cibo. Le escursioni con le guide della struttura sono svolte con dedizione e attenzione al rispetto della natura
Rodrigo
Recomendo mil vezes!
Incrível! Inesquecível! Impossível descrever a experiência que esse lodge e todos os profissionais que trabalham proporcionam aos hóspedes. Supera e muito qualquer expectativa. É realmente um hotel cinco estrelas, com todo o cuidado e requinte que se espera. As dependências do hotel são incríveis, o staff não mede esforços para tornar a sua estadia em uma experiência inesquecível. A comida é deliciosa, o safari incrível. Impossível não se sentir especial nesse lugar. Recomendo mil vezes!
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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
Kruger National Park, Skukuza, Kruger National Park, South Africa
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