Tanda Tula

What you will love

The effortless flow

6+ hours out on game drive

Exceptional food

The quality of sleep!

Your own schedule

At Tanda Tula, there’s no fixed schedule — your experience is customised around your preferences and personality. Yet, the steady rhythm of nature creates a gentle framework for each day.

In fact, this is one of the most profound parts about being on safari. Surrendering to the circadian flow, and the attentive care of our team, you’ll find yourself fully immersed in the present, experiencing each moment with freedom and ease.

Whether you seek adventure or tranquillity, the choice is yours. Spend up to eight hours in the bush, invigorated by the wilderness and calmed by its beauty. Breathe deeply, get your heart pumping, and work up a healthy appetite to be satisfied by nourishing and delicious meals. Relax in countless ways. Socialise in spaces designed for connection. Or simply be, surrounded by the peace of the African wilderness.

This page offers a glimpse into the rhythm of a typical day on safari at Tanda Tula — a journey as active or restful as you desire.

First-Time or Seasoned Explorer?

No two safaris are ever the same, but the way you experience them evolves. Whether it’s your first time in the wild or you’re returning to the bush for a new chapter, we’d love to know where you are in your journey. Each experience takes on a unique rhythm, and we tailor yours to match.

Your Pace

Do you crave a fast-paced adventure, where every moment is packed with action and exploration? Or do you dream of slowing down, immersing yourself deeply in the sights, sounds, and serenity of the bush? Let us know, and we’ll craft your safari to move at just the right tempo for you.

Your style

From the comfort of your surroundings to the ambience you prefer, we take your preferences to heart. Whether you value elegant simplicity, rugged luxury, or something in between, your style shapes how we bring your safari to life.

Rise and shine: Your early morning game drive

Your day begins with an early wake-up call as the bush stirs to life. This is a time like no other—cool air, golden light breaking over the horizon, and infinite possibility.

Kickstart your morning with fresh coffee before venturing into the unknown with your expert guide and tracker. The crisp scents and primal sounds of the bush invigorate your senses, while overnight tracks hint at dramatic nocturnal stories—a hunt, a chase, or the quiet passing of herds.

Pause mid-drive for a moment of calm: freshly brewed coffee and something freshly baked, enjoyed overlooking a picturesque savannah. It will feel like the furthest you’ve ever been from civilisation.

Breakfast

After a morning in the bush, you’ve earned a proper feast. Breakfast is fresh, nourishing, and made to satisfy. Think juicy seasonal fruits, continental favourites, and hot dishes cooked to order—all served in a beautiful spot, perhaps even right in the middle of the wilderness.
It’s the perfect refuel, whether you’re gearing up for the day ahead or taking a moment to simply soak in the scenery.

Your own time

Connect with nature on a guided Timbavati bush walk with your armed guide
Enjoy the privacy of your suite, catching up on sleep or relaxing on your deck
Indulge in a wellness treatment inspired by Africa
Stay active with a workout
Watch the world unfold from the hide, overlooking a bustling waterhole
Unwind by the pool, in the amiable care of our team
Lose yourself in a book or immerse in a meditative sound journey in the Library
Nourish yourself over a fresh and delicious lunch

Afternoon-to-night safari

As the midday heat fades, the bush transforms as you head out on your next safari. Animals shift into action—some settling for the night, while others prepare to hunt.

Pause at sunset, drink in hand and soak up the magic of Africa’s golden hour. No two sunsets are the same, each a jaw-dropping spectacle. When darkness falls, a new world comes alive. Aided by a powerful spotlight, search for rare, shy creatures as the mysteries of the night reveal themselves.

Under an unpolluted sky, constellations dazzle brighter than ever. Your guide will point out celestial wonders in this natural planetarium.

Dinner

The grand finale to an extraordinary day

Return to camp and gather at the bar with friends old and new. The air hums with stories of the day’s adventures in the wild.
Dinner is served in the dining room, beneath the stars in our traditional Guma, or in a surprise location. The crackle of fire, the whoop of a hyena, the roar of a lion, and the hoot of an owl are just a few of the elements that you will remember forever.
Savour great food, fine wine, and deep conversation as stories and memories are exchanged. This is a moment of connection, a way to wind down after an extraordinary day and prepare for a night of deep, satisfying sleep.

Thank you for showing us around and for the stargazing session and the life lessons. We had the most memorable and beautiful sundowner camp surprise during our stay.

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Chad and Glen took us for a long bush walk one morning and we finished after a couple of hours alongside a dam where the staff had laid out a table and full bush breakfast for the four of us.

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There is a well-equipped gym with running and rowing equipment as well as free weights and a lovely spa overlooking the water-hole where Claire enjoyed a couple of superb massages from Portia in the afternoons.

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