A simple tented safari camp beneath the trees in Timbavati

Timbavati · Greater Kruger · South Africa

Timbavati
Walking Safari.

Three nights under canvas. Guided walks through the African bush. A simple camp, close to nature.

A multi-day wilderness experience beyond Cape Town.

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01 / Guided walks

Explore Timbavati
on foot.

Morning and afternoon walks are led by two experienced Wilderness Trails Guides. Explore the bush on foot, then return to camp for meals and rest.

The safari uses one fixed camp for all three nights. Expect simple tented accommodation in an unfenced setting, without electricity, mobile reception or Wi-Fi.

Twin stretcher beds made up with linen inside a Timbavati canvas dome tent

02 / Make camp

Under canvas.
Close to nature.

Twin canvas dome tents have single stretcher beds, with linen and bath towels supplied. Pit toilets and canvas bush showers keep the facilities simple.

Meals are prepared in camp, with tea, coffee and juice included.

Time in the bush
3 nights / 4 days
Your private group
Up to 8 guests
Greater Kruger · South Africa
Timbavati
Rustic, unfenced & off-grid
A fixed bush camp

03 / Plan your journey

Know before
you go.

A four-day safari in Timbavati, beyond Cape Town. We will help you check the fit and the travel details before making plans.

On foot
Guided morning and afternoon walks with two experienced Wilderness Trails Guides. Return to the same camp between outings.
Under canvas
Twin canvas dome tents with single stretcher beds. Linen and bath towels are included. Camp facilities are pit toilets and canvas bush showers.
Meals
Meals, tea, coffee and juice are included. Other drinks are not provided.
What to bring
A daypack, water bottles, a head torch with spare batteries, worn-in walking shoes, neutral-coloured clothing, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. We will share the full packing guidance before you travel.
Getting there
Meet and finish at Timbavati Headquarters, with camp transfers on days one and four. Travel from Cape Town is arranged separately and is not included.
When to go
The 2027 season runs from mid-April to mid-June, and in August and September. Ask us to confirm specific dates with the operator.
Before you commit
This is an active walking experience. We will confirm age, fitness, accessibility, luggage and medical suitability requirements with the operator for this specific safari.
Evening light over the tented safari camp in Timbavati

Beyond Cape Town

Make room
for the wilderness.

Tell us your travel dates and group size. We will check availability and suitability, and help coordinate your safari plans.

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Dates on request · Cape Town travel arranged separately

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