Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Kruger National Park


Tinga's nine luxury suites enjoy beautiful views of the Sabie River. The colonial-feeling rooms feature polished dark-wood floors and furniture, formal leather loungers, huge windows, outdoor showers and private plunge pools. The massive open-plan common areas are more contemporary and drop down onto a huge riverside deck surrounding a majestic jackalberry tree.

Activities are within both the concession and the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Kruger National Park attractions

1. Mathekenyane

7.2 MILES

The top of this granite kopje south of Skukuza has an uninterrupted panorama of the surrounding wilderness (best at sunset).

2. Sabi Sand Game Reserve

8.02 MILES

Within the borders of the large Sabi Sand Game Reserve are some of Southern Africa’s most luxurious safari lodges and the best wildlife watching on the…

3. Transport Dam

11.55 MILES

This large water hole is where the famous YouTube video 'Battle at Kruger' (lions versus buffaloes versus croc) was filmed.

4. Nkuklu Picnic Spot

13.26 MILES

One of Kruger's designated picnic spots. Between Skukuza and Lower Sabie. It's in a wildlife-rich area (elephants in particular love the riverbed when it…

5. Afsaal Picnic Spot

22.36 MILES

One of Kruger's designated picnic spots with decent shade. Between Malelane Gate and Skukuza.

6. Nkumbe

22.43 MILES

Set atop a rare ridge not far from the Tshokwane stop and restaurant, Nkumbe offers a vast view over the western savannah. The views are glorious. Watch…

7. Mlondozi Picnic Area

24.09 MILES

One of Kruger's designated picnic spots. North of Lower Sabie, which means it can get crowded in peak season. Given how prolific wildlife is in the area,…

8. Orpen Dam

24.29 MILES

A thatched viewing pavilion on an elevated hillside has great views of this dam, which is popular with elephants.