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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
The current price is AU$5,704
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Kruger National Park, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1350
  • Skukuza Golf Course
  • Kruger National Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Paul Kruger Gate
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Skukuza (SZK)

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Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 125 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Skukuza

A luxury stay in Skukuza awaits you at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. You'll be 18.2 km (11.3 mi) from Kruger National Park. Highlights at this all-inclusive lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and facials along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, Boma Dinner, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a safari, a wildlife and game drive and game viewing. 237 square feet (22 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning a free full breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Skukuza lodge include AM Spa Kruger and Skukuza Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • AM Spa Kruger - 19 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kruger National Park - 32 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 32 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Paul Kruger Statue - 32 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Paul’s Pub - ‬171 min drive
  • ‪Trees Restaurant Skukuza Camp - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wooden Banana - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Selati Station Grill House - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this lodge measures 237 square feet (22 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Skukuza lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 237 sq ft of conference space
  • 22 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2003
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and free minibar items. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, a rainfall showerhead and a hydromassage showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boma Dinner

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Private plunge pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (237 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2003
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property provides transfer service from Skukuza Airport (SZK) at no extra cost. Fees apply for transfers from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) and other airports.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR128 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 160 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yep, Lion Sands Tinga Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$5,575.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and deep-tissue massages.

What makes Lion Sands Tinga Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private plunge pools in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Skukuza Golf Course is a short 8-minute walk away.