Lion Sands Tinga Lodge | Southern Kruger
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is situated in the Lion Sands Game Reserve – one of Africa’s truly unspoiled wilderness areas, where the private Sabi Sand Game Reserve meets the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Tinga epitomises traditional elegance and opens onto river frontage with a camp-style look that is reminiscent of the ‘Out of Africa’ era. But far from old-fashioned, a new energy has arrived with an approach to décor and hospitality that is perennially fashionable and classically charming.
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For the nostalgic, Tinga Lodge opens onto river frontage with a camp-style look reminiscent of the ‘Out of Africa’ era.
Each of the lodge’s nine Suites is a sophisticated waterside haven, capturing the nostalgia of the pioneer days, while providing considerably more comfort. Stepping out through the glass doors, your deck is for pool lounger safaris and dining experiences set up just for you.
Size of suites: 125m2
Children: Yes (10 and older)
Children on safari: Yes (10 and older)
Children activities: Yes
Babysitting: Yes, extra cost
Double bed convertible to twin: Yes
Treehouse: Yes (Tinyeleti)
Central public pool: Yes
Private plunge pool: Yes
Air-conditioning: Yes
Room fan: Yes
Mosquito nets: Yes
Outdoor shower: Yes (indoor has the ability to open)
Indoor shower: Yes
Free Wi-Fi: Yes Satellite television: Yes (Public area only)
In-room safe: Yes
Personal bar: Yes
Telephone: Yes
Suitable for disabled guests: Yes, with assistance
Guests per safari vehicle: 6
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes, subject to availability
Hinkwenu Residence
Escape with your loved ones to Hinkwenu's exclusive-use bush Residence, where every gathering space is solely yours to enjoy. Share quality time on game drives with your own private safari vehicle and dedicated field guide team - you dictate the rhythm of your adventure. The open plan kitchen and dining area are places for sharing meals, artfully crafted by your private chef. In those leisurely hours between safaris, lounge poolside or relax on the deck, soothed by the nature that surrounds you. Bearing a name that signifies togetherness in the local Shangaan language, this sanctuary is a place for reconnection, memory-making, and the simple joy of being together.
HINKWENU RESIDENCE FEATURES:
Two en-suite bedrooms - may each accommodate an additional child
Twice-daily game drives with a FGASA-accredited field guide and private vehicle
Residence butler and dedicated housekeeper
Residence Chef to prepare all meals
Mack & Madi Kids’ Adventure Explorers programme
Access to spa facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access, Library, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Available Services
Airport Shuttle, Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service, Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages
Activities Nearby
Africa has been called the greatest show on earth and a Lion Sands safari plays out like a highlights reel. Our private reserve conserves 12 400ha (30 600ac) of habitat that is home to the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere. You can see all of Africa’s iconic species here, including the Big Five, along with a supporting cast of 150mammal species and over 500 varieties of bird. The magic here lies in how you experience this extraordinary place and its wildlife wonders, and that’s where our talent lies.
These are our after-breakfast walks on the wild side. For those who wish to experience the bush, not just observe it, there is no better guided excursion. You are dropped in the thick of things and all five senses engage… Feel the scrub crunch beneath your feet, touch a velvety acacia seed pod, hear the crack of a branch indicating you are not alone, and spot the game appear just metres off – exhilarating! This is also a wonderful opportunity to encounter the smaller creatures, often missed on safari vehicles, and to discover more about the reserve’s plants – many with fascinating medicinal properties and traditional uses.
From boma feasts to safari refreshment stops, dining promises to be a highlight – for all our guests, with any dietary requirement, including kosher, catered for. Our chefs transform local recipes into contemporary dishes, giving you a taste for Southern Africa. Paired with premium wines from the Cape, dining becomes an experience. Our wine tastings are also a favourite of connoisseurs and dabblers, alike.
Tinyeleti, meaning ‘many stars’, offers big views of a remote landscape, globed by an even bigger sky, its lights twinkling down to the horizon. But couples and families needn’t forgo luxury for an out-of-this-world experience. A gourmet picnic, illuminated by lanterns, and feather beds ensure guests will be quite comfortable.
Our Tinyeleti Treehouse invites you to romantic nights under the stars. Enjoy a picnic dinner as the sun sets, listen for the sounds of the wild and drift off to sleep atop cloudlike, plush beds. Here you are not forgoing any luxury and will never forget the night you slept alongside the Sabie River under the African stars.
After active days on safari, restore your body, mind and spirit in our open-air spa sala - bringing you closer to nature through indulgent massages, wraps, facials and more using natural oils. Wellness is important to us and comes easy in this natural retreat.
Lion Sands together with MORE Community Foundation assists our local Huntington and Justicia B villages, and you can get involved, too. Take a community tour, the proceeds of which go to our development projects here, or roll up your sleeves to help out through our Get Your Hands Dirty initiatives.
These centre on education, infrastructure, health and environment, and you can choose the area best suited to your skills and interest. These are extraordinary social experiences that bring you to the heart of Southern Africa to make your own and others’ dreams come true.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
5 Star
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Alternative Accommodation
Azura Benguerra Island | Benguerra Island
Imagine an unspoilt island within a pristine Marine National Park. Miles of deserted beaches with soft white sand. Sparkling turquoise seas, crisscrossed by local dhow boats plying their trade. Swaying palms, gentle breezes, sunny days and star studded nights. Welcome to Azura Benguerra Island.
Built entirely by hand in partnership with the local community, we have just 20 spacious ’beach-chic’ designer villas, each with their own private pool stretching out to the Indian Ocean beyond, and located a few steps from the pristine white sand beach. They offer our discerning guests every comfort, with handcrafted king size beds, feature bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, air-conditioning, daybeds, lounging decks and salas right on the beach. They were designed for the ultimate getaway in this magnificent beach paradise.
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Azura has 3 Beach Villas, set in a fantastic location at the end of the property next to the Spa, it is wonderfully private and perfect for honeymooners. The Beach Villa is the smallest of our villas, but still offers all of the creature comforts.
Amenities:
Beachfront location and views
Mozambican host service
Private undercover deck
Private plunge pool
Private beachside sala
Day bed and sun loungers
King size bed with down duvet
Air-conditioning and fans
Mini bar
Tea/coffee making facilities
Bathroom with shower and double basin
Separate toilet
Outside his and hers showers
Azura has 3 Luxury Beach Villas, furnished in contemporary style and just steps from the beach.
Amenities:
Beachfront location and views
Mozambican host service
Private undercover deck
Private plunge pool
Beachside sala
Day bed and sun loungers
King size bed with down duvet
Air-conditioning and fans
Mini bar
Tea/coffee making facilities
Bathroom with shower and double outdoor shower
Separate toilet
Outside his and hers showers
Double vanities and dressing area
100m2 under roof
450m2 private area
Azura has 10 Infinity Beach Villas. They are furnished in afro-contemporary style and look out over a stunning infinity pool towards the beach and sea beyond. They have the best of our beachfront locations.
Amenities:
Beachfront location and views
Private 5 meter swimming pool
Mozambican host service
Private undercover deck
Beachside sala
Day bed and sun loungers
King size bed with down duvet
Air-conditioning and fans
Mini bar
Tea/coffee making facilities
Nespresso Machine
Gym in a bag
Bathroom with shower & bath
Separate toilet
Outside his and hers showers
Double vanities and dressing area
110m2 under roof
650m2 private area
Azura has 2 Royal Beach Villas, they feature infinity edge pools and magnificent sea views. They are 172 square metres, making them the largest and most lavish of all the villas, with 30 metres of picturesque beach frontage on a large beautifully landscaped plot. They are located at the northern end of the property, ensuring the utmost privacy and uninterrupted views. The 2 Royal Beach Villas are located at the northern end of our property next to the Presidential Villa, with large landscaped gardens for a sense of total privacy and exclusivity, and 30 metres of picturesque beach frontage with magnificent sea views.
They offer the next level of comfort with even more outdoor space for the discerning Azura guest to enjoy. The main bedroom and bathroom area is similar to the existing Infinity Beach Villas and guests can now delight in the luxury of their own lounge area connected together via a walkway with glass sliding doors, and surrounded by our indigenous gardens. The lounge comprises of comfortable sofas around a flat screen television, and has its own bathroom, as well as a tea/coffee area with minibar and nespresso. The sofas can be converted to two beds for any children that may want to share.
Outdoor areas are astounding, offering a 10m rim flow pool with a Jacuzzi on the one end, and a poolside sitting pavilion on the other, from which guests have access straight into the pool. The villa also has a double daybed under latte roof, as well as a single daybed on the deck, dining area, and beachside sala, all of which are perfect for relaxing and enjoying your own private space.
Villa Amizade means friendship villa in our native Portuguese. This 2 bedroom en-suite villa is located at the western end of the property, with fantastic views out to sea and towards the setting sun. It is perfect for families or couples requiring more space and facilities. It offers a sitting area with flat screen TV, DVD, Bose Sound Dock and selection of games, opening onto extensive decking, dining and relaxation areas, including a ‘wine bar’. You can opt for a private chef service, available at a supplement. All the normal Azura design touches and finishes. Maximum occupancy 5 people including children.
Amenities:
Beachfront location and views
Mozambican Butler-host service
Private undercover deck
Beachside sala
Day bed and sun loungers
Air-conditioning and fans
Tea/coffee making facilities
Nespresso Machine
Gym in a bag
Master bedroom with kingsize bed
Ensuite bathroom with freeform bath
Second bedroom with lounge
Bathroom with shower & bath
Separate toilet
10 Meter fully tiled swimming pool
Small kitchenette
Large beachfront garden
Outside showers
The Presidential Villa at Azura Benguerra has been described as one of the best villas anywhere in the Indian Ocean. It has a very secluded private location, some 150m down the beach from main Azura, and comes with its own Butler-host and private chef. Its the beach house of your dreams. The epitome of style and luxury, with its own unique décor, there are 3 en-suite bedrooms, indoor and outdoor bathrooms, a media room, sitting/dining area with ‘wine bar’, and huge infinity pool spanning the front of the villa. It is located just footsteps from the beach at the end of our property to ensure maximum privacy, with a fantastic treehouse to catch the afternoon breezes and panoramic views to Bazaruto Island and the Indian Ocean beyond.
Amenities:
Beachfront location and views
Air-conditioning and fans
Master bedroom with sitting area
Ensuite bathroom with freeform bath
2nd Bedroom Infinity Beach Villa
3rd Bedroom twin
Complete privacy
Two Beach Salas
Treehouse with views
Private Mozambican Host
Private Chef
16 Meter swimming pool
Helicopter landing area
Guest toilet
Gym in a bag
Nespresso Machine
Several relaxation areas
Day beds and sun loungers
Outside showers
Wifi
425m2 under roof
1075m2 private area
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
Credit Card Facilities, Room Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Horse Riding, Kayaking, Massages, Sailing, Scenic Flights, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Walks (Self Guided), Whale Watching
Activities Nearby
Beach, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Rides, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Kayaking / Paddling, Massages, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Sea Kayaking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching
The reefs in the Bazaruto Archipelago are abundant with a variety of fish and corals, and offer a range of depths and reef topography to suit beginner and experienced divers and snorkellers alike. Azura is positioned closest to the reefs and hence access is quick and easy. Our marine life and corals are often cited as the best off the East Coast of Africa.
Azura has a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre with new top of the range Scubapro equipment. The training pool is perfect for refreshing your diving skills or even trying out snorkelling before you head off to the reefs, and for training they offer a full range of courses and have a PADI Instructor.
This is a fantastic day out and Azura’s signature activity! Snorkelling at Two Mile Reef, where there are hundreds of species of tropical fish, rays, invertebrates, the possibility of Sea Turtles, and Dolphins, humpback whales in season and possibly a dugong...
After snorkelling, arrive at Pansy Island for a tantalising picnic lunch. This Pansy Island is an isolated sand-bar nestled between Bazaruto Island and the Mozambique Channel. Enjoy Pansy Island at your own leisure, bask in the sun, laze around on cushions and beanbags, and swim in the cool clear deep waters. From here it’s as short hop to Bazaruto Island, where we hike up Bazaruto Dune. An easy climb to the top offers unsurpassed 360 degree panoramic views of the Bazaruto Archipelago reef-system. For photography enthusiasts, this location is a must!
The Bazaruto Archipelago has some of the best big game, reef and bill fishing in the Indian Ocean. Species include: Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna/Bonito, King/Queen Mackerel, Prodigal Son, Wahoo, Dorado, and Barracuda. Giant Trevally (GT’s), the local speciality, often top the scales above 25kg. Azura caters for beginner and experienced fishermen/women alike, and operates a strict tag and release policy on protected species. You can choose to go trawling with our local guides, or we can bring in the specialist fishing guides available in the area, who offer saltwater fly fishing, jigging for Giant Trevally, and other specialist techniques.
We leave Azura on Game Drive vehicles toward Red Dune and Crocodile Lakes. En-route we will pass through the Island’s many villages where you have the chance to meet the local people of the local communities. The Island’s lifestyle, history and way of life will be explained to you. If you would like to we will visit Benguerra’s School (built by Azura’s Rainbow Fund charity, all donations are appreciated), and you may then have the unique opportunity to see the local children attend class, meet the teachers, and even the school’s Headmaster. If the drive is conducted on Sunday morning, the Guides may take you briefly to a village church service, which is attended by many of the local islanders.
a Sunset dhow cruise is a beautiful ending to a day on the water, with views over the archipelago and a chance to experience the local mode of water transport.
For those who like to ride, a trek along the water’s edge on the horses based on Benguerra Island and back along some of the island’s tracks and trails is an experience never to forget! Arranged through Mozambique Horse Safaris, there are 9 horses available to suit all levels, from complete beginner upwards.
Go on a self-guided adventure! Take a paddle board and explore the pristine waters off the Bazaruto Archipelago and ride along with the dhows. This is the best way to have fun while around the Island.
Azura Benguerra focus on fresh local produce such as fish and seafood with irresistible signature dishes. Dining locations range from informal ‘foot in the sand’ dining to feasting in the comfort and intimacy of your own villa as well as dinners in the Jellyfish restaurant.
There is a special, more formal, seven course tasting menu at least once a week as well as a Mozambican evening.
For the wine connoisseur, the wine cellar is always stocked with fine wines from the owner’s vineyards, flown in from France’s Loire Valley.
The Jellyfish Restaurant is located in the main area of the hotel, and beautifully decorated with beaded jellyfish, all handmade by a community project.
Our menus are based on what is fresh and available, with a focus on light meals, simple ingredients, and lots of fresh fish and seafood. It’s a simple understated affair. We always offer a choice of dishes, and our chef will happily try to accommodate any personal requests that you may have.
Your host will set up a private dinner on the beach in front of your villa, surrounded by candles arranged in the sand, or you can choose to have this candle-lit on your deck or beneath your sala. The ultimate in romantic dining!
We have a fabulous wine cellar for special wine tasting events and themed dinners, and even
offer a selection of the owner’s wines, especially flown in from their Chateau in the Loire Valley, France.
Peri-Peri Beach Club encourages guests to spend days lounging at the beach or pool enjoying their favourite Mozambican cuisine, magnums of French Rosé wine, or creating their own cocktails through the specially designed mixology menu.
The beach club and bar incorporates a range of activities including an ocean facing swimming pool, personal grills where guests can sizzle their own seafood and on selected nights an open-air cinema. Other activities that are already on offer such as Paddle-Boarding can also be arranged from the bar. The beach club also has a Spa pavilion for African themed massages.
Azura Peri-Peri Beach celebrates Mozambique’s Portuguese history, and Portuguese influences can be seen in both the décor and on the menu.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Your Rooms
Fast Facts
5 Star
Resort
Spoken Languages: English, German, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
No. Rooms: 20
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Fishing, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Watersports
