&Beyond Ngala Tented Camp
Canvas sanctuary tucked into the curve of the Timbavati
CANVAS CALM
Nine air conditioned suites offer riverbed views and a sense of quiet haven
WILD INSIGHT
Day and night game drives guided by those who know where to look
BUSH IMMERSION
Track wildlife on foot and explore nature’s subtler rhythms with guide and tracker
SHARED WILDNESS
Here, boundaries disappear and wildlife moves as it always has—unfenced and untamed
STARLIT SLEEPOUT
A remote treehouse retreat where stars, silence and wilderness become your shelter
Location
&Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary and one of the biggest game reserves in the world. The park is located in the northeast of South Africa, in the eastern parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.
Getting to Ngala Private Game Reserve:
- Federal Air offer daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Nelspruit to Ngala Private Game Reserve
- Connect Ngala Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg, Cape Town, &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, and the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
- There are daily Airlink flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit Airport, which are then followed by a two-hour road transfer
- It’s a six-hour drive from Johannesburg, on very good roads, in a two-wheel-drive vehicle
- Self-drive directions to Ngala Tented Camp
AL FRESCO BATHING
Each suite includes an outdoor tub and shower for private, fresh-air unwinding
IN-SUITE REFRESHMENT
Curated personal bars with a thoughtful mix of spirited and soft selections
OUTDOOR PRIVATE DECKS
Spacious open-air areas invite slow hours, gentle views and time to simply be
QUIET FAMILY WELCOME
This calm, considered camp welcomes children aged 12 and older to share the wild
EFFORTLESS EASE AND CARE
Daily laundry service is included, so your time is free for the extraordinary
QUIET CLARITY
ONE COMPLIMENTARY PAIR OF SWAROVSKI OPTIK BINOCULARS PER TENT TO SHARE DURING YOUR STAY
RIVERFRONT POOL
A rim-flow pool with shaded salas overlooks the riverbed—perfect for cooling off slowly
STAY CONNECTED
Wi-Fi is available throughout the camp, offering gentle access to the outside world
CURATED CRAFT
A Safari Shop featuring handmade pieces by artisans from nearby communities
RESTFUL RENEWAL
Enjoy a wellness spa and gym designed for movement, balance and deep unwinding
TENTED SUITE
From ZAR 24,100 per person per night
As still as it is wild
Cradled between riverine forest and the dry meander of the Timbavati riverbed, &Beyond Ngala Tented Camp is a place where quiet takes root and the wilderness drifts in.
Beneath the canopy and close to the Kruger National Park’s untamed edge, this intimate camp feels both hidden and open to the elements. Here, in the unfenced private concession of &Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve, Ngala Tented Camp invites a safari shaped by instinct, expertise, and the pure thrill of discovery. Game drives unfold without rush or routine. Just presence, attention, and the natural pull of the bush.
With just nine tented suites raised among the trees, the camp settles into its surroundings: secluded, soulful, and as much a part of the wild as the branches above. Morning birdsong brings peaceful harmony. Evening lanterns glow like fireflies. And elephants pass unannounced. Designed for those who value quiet connection over constant activity, this is a space shaped for mindful connection. Outdoor bathtubs and generous decks bring the wild close, while interiors reflect the textures and spirit of local Shangaan design. Every moment draws you deeper into nature and gently, back to yourself.
*&Beyond Ngala Tented Camp welcomes guests 12 years and older only
Untamed, unhurried
Ngala Private Game Reserve shares unfenced borders with the Kruger and offers exclusive traversing across 14,700 hectares.
Natural elegance
Canvas suites, dawn-lit horizons, and starlit dinners set the tone. With just nine tents, this is the bush at its most intimate.
Off the beaten path
Track wildlife on foot, venture out at night, or go gently off-road. Set on a private concession, your safari is entirely your own.
A night above it all
The Ngala Treehouse is a wilderness sleepout like no other: a 4-level, open-air retreat in the sky, wrapped in stars and silence.
Tailormake your stay
Talk to one of our travel specialists to tailormake your stay to any of our destinations
No detail overlooked
Explore all-inclusive rates and limited-time offers designed to make your Ngala Tented Camp journey seamless, generous and unforgettable.
Let the wild lead the way
From twice-daily game drives to sleepouts under the stars, spa time to sundowners, each moment is yours to shape and savour.
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LEAVING OUR WORLD A BETTER PLACE
&Beyond’s acclaimed conservation policies led to Ngala becoming the first private reserve
to be incorporated into the world-famous Kruger National Park. Through a unique partnership
with WWF SA and the SANParks Trust, Ngala’s contributions directly influence
the expansion of various high biodiversity regions through the country, and assist SANParks
daily in their conservation and anti-poaching initiatives. Along with Wild Impact,
Ngala works closely with the neighbouring communities of Welverdiend, Hluvukani and Hlabekisa,
employing locally and investing in community education, healthcare and small business development.
Sustainability practices are a daily priority at Ngala and include the elimination of
plastic bottles and a focus on energy-saving initiatives.
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