Tintswalo at Lapalala Wilderness is a family-friendly camp, and can accommodate up to 12 adults and 4 children right in the heart of the raw African bushveld.
The camp itself is based in the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve, which covers some 50,000 hectares and is home to the Big 5 and other various game.
As there are only 2 commercial lodges on the entire reserve there are very few vehicles, making it one of the most undisturbed safari destinations within the region. The experienced guides and trackers ensure that guests have a high quality and varied wilderness experience.
The reserve is also known for its research and breeding programs of rare and endangered species, as well as the environmental education programme it delivers to school communities from around South Africa.
Guests of Tintswalo at Lapalala are welcome to engage with the environmental activities of the Lapalala Wilderness by visiting the breeding projects, participating in the school programme, visiting the nearby Rhino Museum, or by enjoying peaceful hours of fishing on one of the reserve’s many rivulets and deep, still pools.
The camp consists of 4 luxury tented suites, 2 super luxury tented suites and 1 double family suite. The tents also have their own private plunge pools, overlooking a large plain with a watering hole that is frequently visited by wildlife.
The main lounge provides a warm atmosphere, and is surrounded on one side by a large relaxation deck, where guests are invited to take a refreshing dip in the lodge’s crystalline swimming pool as they watch herds of game wander by.
Rates Include
All meals; house wines, local beers and soft beverages; game viewing activities; and tea/coffee are included.
Children Policy
Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request. Children under the age of 2 are not permitted on game activities. It remains the sole discretion of the guide to allow children between the ages of 3 and 12 on game activities, to ensure the safety of the guests and family. Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on bush walks.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on bush walks. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
Tintswalo guides offer an exciting activity program to keep young visitors entertained for hours. Children receive a welcome goodie backpack with educational items and “The Little Ranger” activity and story book.
General Information For Guests
The tents all have indoor/outdoor showers and a bath. They also have mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, electronic room safe and a private plunge pool. In addition the super luxury tents also have an en-suite bathroom and a private lounge.
The suites are linked to each other and to the main lodge by raised wooden walk ways.
The lodge consists of a boma, lounge area with a fireplace, boutique shop, open deck area, swimming pool and a spa. There is a complimentary Wi-Fi service in the main lodge areas.
Various dining experiences include bush breakfast, sundowners and/or bush dinners, boma dinners at main lodge or al Fresco dining depending on the weather.
Activities available at Lapalala include morning and evening game drives, picnics, stargazing, fishing on the Palala River and walks to the Iron Age site to view ancient artefacts and well-preserved bushman paintings. Bush walks can be arranged on request.
Sleep outs on a raised wooden deck in a remote part of the reserve can also be arranged (additional cost).
Private birding or photographic safaris are also available on request (additional cost and advanced booking required).
A complimentary laundry services is available.
Room service is also available.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on bush walks. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
