AndBeyond Tengile River Lodge

Meaning “tranquil” in the local Tsonga language, AndBeyond Tengile River Lodge is situated in a serene setting, on a bend of the Sand River in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Adjacent to the world renowned Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Game Reserve is famed for its intimate wildlife encounters, and home to a host of animals, including the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino). The reserve is well known for its leopard sightings. These usually shy and elusive cats have become accustomed to vehicles the Sabi Sand, and unlike many other areas where leopards are rarely glimpsed in daylight hours, sightings of these magnificent animals are not uncommon during the day.

Game drives are done in the company of a ranger and tracker team. Setting off in the early morning and afternoon, you will spend the first few hours viewing all forms of wildife ranging from members of the Big 5 to spotted hyena, hippo, various species of antelope and over 300 bird species. Mid way through your game drive, you will stop for some refreshments at a scenic spot to enjoy all the reserve has to offer. Afternoon game drives may continue after dark, with spotlights used to illuminate wildlife that remains active at night.

For those looking for an active thrill beyond the excitement of Big 5 sightings on a game drive vehicle, a walking safari offers an opportunity to learn more about the intricacies of the African bush, from discovering fascinating flora, reading animal tracks to meeting smaller wildlife up-close. This is a chance to embark on an adventure where all of your senses come alive.

Tengile features 9 suites that are raised above ground level to give the impression that they are floating over the riverbed, providing exceptional views from the dappled shade of a cool riverine forest. The spacious suites have sunken lounges, spacious decks, elegant bedrooms, private lap pools and en-suite bathrooms (with indoor and al fresco showers) that open out into the forest, creating private spaces in the open air.

Following the curve of the river bank, each area of the lodge has magnificent views of the river, along with its diverse and abundant wildlife. There is also a beautiful massage and gym area offering a haven of tranquility where guests can spend the entire day relaxing in between game drives.

Rates Include

All meals; soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, tea/coffee and refreshments on game drives; a laundry service; daily safari activities including morning and afternoon game drives and a one hour nature walk accompanied by experienced armed trackers (subject to availability); and emergency medical evacuation insurance are included.

IN ADDITION: For self-drive visitors, there is a R140 per person and a R310 per vehicle entrance fee, payable in cash at the entrance gate (subject to change).

Children Policy

Children aged 12 years and older are welcome. Rates available on request.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

A bush walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.

The final decision on whether a guest can join a bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

Directions For Drivers

From Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction): Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536.

Once on the R536, continue along this road for approximately 34.5 km and on the left-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for various lodges including Inyati, Idube, Exeter and Savanna. Go past these, and approximately 3 km further on, on the left-hand side of the road, you will see signposts for the private game reserves of MalaMala, Sabi Sabi and Londolozi. Turn left here onto the gravel road. Travel for approximately 8.5 km and you will get to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve Shaw's Gate. 

From the Kruger Mpumalanga/Nelspruit International Airport: Turn right out of the airport onto the R538 and follow the signs to White River (Witrivier). Continue for approximately 12 km, until you reach the first set of traffic lights in White River, with the mosque on your left. Turn right and travel towards Hazyview on the R40. After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn right here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).

From Johannesburg/Pretoria: Take the N12 or N4 highway respectively to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Keep on the N4 until you reach Nelspruit, where you will turn left onto the R40 to White River. In White River, at the first set of traffic lights in the town itself, turn left, following signs to Hazyview and Wildtuin/Kruger National Park. At the next set of traffic lights, turn right. Cross over the next set of traffic lights and then at the final set, with a Caltex garage on your right, turn left on the R40 for Hazyview (the R538, via the Numbi Gate, is a busy road and not recommended). After approximately 45 km, you will go down a steep hill towards a T-junction. Turn left, staying on the R40. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).

From Johannesburg/Pretoria via Scenic Route: Take the N12 or N4 highway to Witbank/eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12). Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza), Belfast/eMakhazeni and Machadodorp (Toll Plaza). Take the R36 to Lydenburg/Mashishing. In Lydenburg/Mashishing, follow the signs to Sabie over the Long Tom Pass (the highest tar road in South Africa). In Sabie, take the R536 to Hazyview. Just before Hazyview you will reach a T-junction. Turn right onto the R40 towards Hazyview. Proceed through Hazyview until you reach a set of traffic lights with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536. Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).

From Hoedspruit Airport: Turn right out of the airport towards the R40. At the T-junction, turn left onto the R40 towards White River and Hazyview. Proceed on the R40 for approximately 88 km until you reach a set of traffic lights in Hazyview with a shopping centre/mall on the corner. Turn left here - the road is signposted to the Kruger Gate/R536.  Once on the R536, follow the directions as above from Hazyview (R40/R536 Junction).

From the Paul Kruger Gate: Go through the gate, and follow the R536 to Hazyview. Continue along this road for approximately 4.5 km and on the right-hand side of the road, you will see lodge signboards for the private game reserves of MalaMala, Sabi Sabi and Londolozi. Turn right here onto the gravel road. Travel for approximately 8.5 km and you will get to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve Shaw's Gate.

ONCE AT THE SHAW’S GATE: For self-drive visitors, there is a R140 per person and a R310 per vehicle entrance fee, payable in cash at the entrance gate (subject to change). Please retain your receipt as proof of entrance and have it stamped at your destination when you are leaving, which acts as your Exit Permit. Once inside the gate, follow the signs to the lodge through the reserve.

Do not get out of your car until you reach the lodge. You may see some wildlife on your way - if you do, slow down and maintain a good distance. Do not drive off-road in any circumstances.

General Information For Guests

The rooms are all en-suite with indoor and outdoor showers, and include a private deck, lap pool and outdoor lounge area. They also have air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bar, hair dryer and in-room safe. In addition, each guest room has a complimentary pair of Swarovski Optik binoculars.

All suites have complimentary Wi-Fi.

The main area consists of the swimming pool, bar, restaurant, gym, spa and safari shop.

A range of massage treatments are available at the spa (additional cost).

Activities available at Tengile include early morning and late afternoon/evening game drives, interpretive bush walks and bird watching.

Guests with a special interest in photography should let their guide know, as they will then take extra care to position the vehicle to make the best possible use of the available light at wildlife sightings.

The camp is not fenced off and guests must be extremely vigilant at all times. Security guards will accompany guests at all times when walking around the camp at night.

A laundry service is included.

Drones are not permitted at andBeyond Tengile River Lodge.

Visa, Diners, American Express and MasterCard credit cards are accepted.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

A bush walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.

The final decision on whether a guest can join a bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

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