With a maximum of eight guests, you’ll be spoiled for privacy and exclusivity at this exceptional game lodge. The four luxury suites, each equipped with an open fireplace, a picture window bathroom and private viewing deck are set in the shade of trees lining the Monwana River.

The two bed-roomed presidential suite, in addition to all of the facilities of the standard suites, boasts a separate dining room, lounge, and a private pool deck and pool – the ultimate in luxury and exclusivity!

In addition to the game viewing decks and swimming pools, there are two lounges, a curio shop, cellar and a library in which to relax between game drives. Come home to the welcome of this luxurious lodge after an uplifting experience in the bush, your senses inspired by all that is nature. Exciting dawn and dusk safaris will give you the opportunity to view the Big Five. Lazy afternoons can be spent by the poolside listening to the sounds of the bush.

Few experiences can be as personalized as a wedding and we therefore realize that each experience will require attention to the finest detail. From Thornybush Game Reserve, nestled in the heart of big five country, to Simbambili Game Lodge, set in magnificent trees along the meandering Manyeleti River, we can promise you unrivalled big game viewing, complemented by exquisite accommodation and sublime cuisine and above all, a day you will never forget. Your safari style wedding will be a celebration of love, tradition and lasting memories.

Weddings are catered for by Thornybush Game Lodge, Simbambili Game Lodge, Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp and Shumbalala Game Lodge. It is however advisable to book the lodge of your choice and request exclusive use (depending on the size of your party) so that the lodge can ensure that your function is devoted to their full attention. Arrangements can be as glamorous or as understated, according to the bride and groom's wishes. Considerations need to be given to weather conditions and the fact that we are in a nature reserve so certain restrictions do apply (i.e. no fireworks). Ministers from most denominations are easily accessible, as are photographers, cakes, hairdressers and florists. Special menus and dining venues can be set aside for the wedding party, when the lodge is booked exclusively.

All you need to do is sit back, relax and leave the wedding preparations up to someone else whilst you enjoy massages, sunset cocktails and game drives. Our wedding venues are renowned for their beauty and excellent service.

• Rates are quoted per person per night sharing, inclusive of VAT.
• Single rooms are subject to an additional 50% supplement of the per person sharing rate.
• Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

The above rates include:
• Accommodation
• All meals, teas, coffees & snacks
• Dawn and dusk safaris in open land rovers and bushveld walks
• Sundowner local drinks are included at Thornybush Game Lodge, Shumbalala Game Lodge and Simbambili Game Lodge

The above rates exclude:
• Bar
• Curio, telephone and laundry expenses
• Tomsa levy which is charged per person per night
• Thornybush Game Reserve gate fee which is charged per vehicle
• Simbambili Gate fee at Sabi Sands Reserve which is charged per vehicle
• Increases in any of the above costs

We reserves the right to stipulate a minimum stay over weekends, public holidays and holiday periods. A weekend constitutes a Friday and a
Saturday night. One night bookings are not generally accepted but may be made at the discretion of the reservations staff.

Deposit and Payment Policy
To secure a booking, we require a 25% non-refundable deposit on confirmation of the booking. The balance is due 40 days prior to arrival. If the booking is made within 40 days of the scheduled date of arrival, in this case full payment is required on confirmation.
All other extras must be settled with The Lodge prior to departure.
Please note that a reservation is not confirmed or secured until this deposit requirement has been paid in full. We reserve the right, without
notice to the client, to release any accommodation held where the required deposit has not been paid in full within the stated period.

Cancellation Policy
Upon confirmation of reservation, we reserve the right to charge a cancellation fee equivalent to:
60 to 31 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 25% Cancellation fees
30 to 00 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 100% Cancellation fees
All deposits of 25 % received on confirmation are Non-Refundable.
Refunds, are at the discretion of management and if agreed, is subject to a 10% administration fee.