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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
At Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, visitors start their day with a full breakfast before taking in stunning river views. The property offers on-site wildlife viewing and game drives, while the spa provides relaxation through aromatherapy treatments, manicures, pedicures and facials.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$6,249
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages, facials, manicures and pedicures

Spa

The on-site spa has some ways to help you decompress. The lodge's spa offers deep-tissue massages and treatments such as aromatherapy.

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 125 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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Kruger National Park, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1350

What's nearby

  • AM Spa Kruger - 19 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kruger National Park - 32 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 32 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Paul Kruger Statue - 32 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - ‬18 min drive
  • Cattle Baron
  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Paul’s Pub - ‬171 min drive
  • One Life More

About this property

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Luxury boutique lodge near Kruger National Park
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a manicure/pedicure or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Boma Dinner, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a water dispenser and game drive on-site
  • Coffee/tea in reception, multilingual staff and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as furnished patios and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • Composting, eco-friendly cleaning products and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boma Dinner

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Private plunge pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (237 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2003
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in 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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR128 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 160 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Lion Sands Narina
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Frequently asked questions

Is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge on 9 Oct 2025 start from NZ$6,106.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this all-inclusive lodge is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from AM Spa Kruger and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kruger National Park and Skukuza Golf Course. Paul Kruger Gate and Paul Kruger Statue are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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