Thornybush Game Reserve matkavinkit

Matkaopas

Now, unless you're Liam Neeson and have 'a particular set of skills', capturing birds in flight is a task and a half for amateur photographers such as myself!

However I was quite proud of this shot, especially the detail on the underside of the wings.

Obviously this is a bird of prey, but I am unsure as to what it is exactly. I am hoping that the ornithologists out there may be able to help me.
An example of the flora to be sampled in this exciting part of the world.

However I am not a botanist, so I was unable to identify this flower. Although I thought that it looked similar to a species of Hibiscus?

#colorful
Sunrise over the Drakensberg mountains.

Theres something so peaceful about mountainous environments. Maybe its because their monolithic forms dominate the landscape, leaving one feeling quite insignificant.
#colorful
The Lilac Breasted Roller

Possibly one of the best photos I've taken. There is such a huge variety of different species of birds living in South Africa, but the lilac breasted roller has to be one of the most beautiful. 

Shot on my birthday at Thornybush Game Reserve in Hoedspruit.

#colorful
This is an absolute gem of a shot; Caracals are one of the rarest animals to see in the wild.

This is a shot of a mother caracal bringing home a kill to share with her young kitten. The kitten came out when the mother called it and the joy and incredulity of our guide's was all the verification I needed to signify that this was maybe a once in a lifetime event. 

I may have exaggerated it a bit, but it was such a special moment!
Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

4 out of 5
219 Guernsey Rd LP Limpopo
Hinta on 176 € per yö ajalle 16.3. viiva 17.3.
176 €
16.3.–17.3.
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Yövy tässä lomamajassa kohteessa Thornybush Game Reserve. Nauti ilmaisesta aamiaisesta, ilmaisesta Wi-Fi-yhteydestä ja ilmaisesta pysäköinnistä. Lähellä sijaitsevat ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 arvostelua)
This place is absolutely stunning and much larger than I expected it to be. There are 3 large viewing decks so seeing animals at all hours of the day is easy. The staff are so friendly and surprised the guests with a dance and song after a boma dinner. Food also was amazing.

Arvosteltu 2.11.2025

Sunbirds Oasis Lodge
Thornybush Game Lodge

Thornybush Game Lodge

5 out of 5
Guernsey Road Hoedspruit Mpumalanga
Yövy tässä ylellisessä lomamajassa kohteessa Thornybush Game Reserve. Nauti ilmaisesta aamiaisesta, ilmaisesta pysäköinnistä ja täyden palvelun kylpylästä.
10/10 Exceptional! (14 arvostelua)
The cherry on top of the cake was the leopard resting in the tree after he ate it's prey!!! Magnificent!!! Once in a lifetime experience!!! The lodge fantastic!! The game drives superb, service top! What else can I say, all fabulous!!

Arvosteltu 23.2.2026

Thornybush Game Lodge
Serondella Safari Lodge

Serondella Safari Lodge

4 out of 5
Thornybush Nature Reserve Hoedspruit Limpopo
Yövy tässä all inclusive -tyyppisessä lomamajassa kohteessa Thornybush Game Reserve. Nauti ilmaisesta aamiaisesta, ilmaisesta Wi-Fi-yhteydestä ja 2 ...
Serondella Safari Lodge
Alin löytämämme hinta viimeisten 24 tunnin aikana 1 yölle ja 2 aikuiselle. Hinnat ja saatavuus voivat muuttua. Muita ehtoja saatetaan soveltaa.
The Dreamcatcher Lodge

The Dreamcatcher Lodge

3.5 out of 5
623 Kanniedood street Hoedspruit Limpopo
Yövy tässä golfin pelaamiseen sopivassa loma-asunnossa kohteessa Hoedspruit. Nauti ilmaisesta Wi-Fi-yhteydestä, ilmaisesta pysäköinnistä ja aamiaisesta (lisämaksusta). ...
9,6/10 Exceptional! (7 arvostelua)
One of the best accommodations I have had during all my trips to Hoedpruit

Arvosteltu 10.9.2025

The Dreamcatcher Lodge
Franks Bush Camp

Franks Bush Camp

3 out of 5
Portion 152 of the Farm Guernsey Hoedspruit Limpopo
Yövy tässä chalet'ssa kohteessa Hoedspruit. Nauti ilmaisesta pysäköinnistä, aamiaisesta (lisämaksusta) ja päivittäisestä siivouksesta. Lähellä sijaitsevat Hoedspruit ...
Franks Bush Camp
Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

3 out of 5
695 Hardekool Straat Hoedspruit Limpopo
Yövy tässä mökissä kohteessa Hoedspruit. Nauti ilmaisesta Wi-Fi-yhteydestä, ilmaisesta pysäköinnistä ja ulkouima-altaasta. Lähellä sijaitsevat Selati Nature ...
8,8/10 Excellent! (11 arvostelua)
Lovely spot surrounded by wildlife. Excellent communication.

Arvosteltu 7.3.2026

Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge
Alin löytämämme hinta viimeisten 24 tunnin aikana 1 yölle ja 2 aikuiselle. Hinnat ja saatavuus voivat muuttua. Muita ehtoja saatetaan soveltaa.