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There’s nothing quite like a break in the African bushveld to remind you how to breathe. I could feel it from the moment I entered the 14000 Ha Thornybush Private Nature Reserve, part of and open to the Kruger National Park. It’s as if there’s a sign at the gate saying, “No worries beyond this point.”

With Valentine's Day around the corner, love is in the air, and it's the perfect time to plan a romantic getaway with your special someone. If you're looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, there's no better escape than Shumbalala Game Lodge, a tranquil haven situated deep in the heart of the African bush.

As we approach the end of this year, it is with great gratitude that we look back at 2022. We have so much to be thankful for here at Shumbalala Game Lodge.

We are excited to share one of our favourite summer recipes with you - a light and creamy Panna Cotta that we regularly serve to guests at the lodge. Below, you will find the recipe for this beautifully light dessert. We hope you enjoy bringing the South African flavours of Shumbalala Game Lodge into your kitchen this festive season.

This time of the year is one of the most magical and awe-inspiring times to experience the Thornybush Nature Reserve. Within a very short period the seasons start to change. All of a sudden, fresh spring weather turns into glorious balmy summer evenings and long, lazy days best spent around the sparkling pool with an ice-cold drink in hand.

During early October, temperatures at Shumbalala Game Lodge quickly climb into the mid-to-high thirties. Our brand-new private splash pools at our superior suites could not come in handier. Our guests, however, have realized quite quickly that they must share their human-made waterhole with one or two of the thirsty nyala bulls who regularly pop in for a quick, refreshing sip of water. To beat the midday heat, guests are rewarded with fresh early-morning game drive weather and pleasant evening temperatures.