ThornForest Luxury Bush Lodge

ThornForest Luxury Bush Lodge, is an ideal retreat for anyone wishing to experience a magical South African Safari experience or a great venue serving the weary traveler a comfortable stopover to or from Mozambique, Swaziland and Kruger National Park. Nestled in the heart of nature, a charming bed and breakfast awaits. A spectacular view of the crocodile river, for an unparalleled sundowner experience is a short drive away.

ThornForest Luxury Bush Lodge is situated just 13 miles (21 km) from Crocodile Bridge Gate and 24.8 miles (39.8 km) from Malelane Gate in Kruger National Park and is within the conservancy Marloth Park. Your hosts, Neil and Louise, extend a warm invitation to you, urging you to immerse yourself in an unforgettable African Bush experience. Whether you choose to bask in the tranquility of ThornForest’s garden, reclining on the sun loungers next to the sparkling pool or embarking on daring escapades, the lodge’s strategic location opens doors to daily safaris in neighbouring Kruger Park and exhilarating day trips along the awe-inspiring Panorama Route, the captivating Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland), and Mozambique’s vibrant capital, Maputo.

Step into a world where two passionate Krugerholics, Neil and Louise, embarked on a mission to share their unbridled love for wildlife and the iconic Kruger National Park with fellow adventurers. The result? The enchanting ThornForest Luxury Bush Lodge, is a seamless fusion of authentic African safari thrills and lavish accommodation nestled in a serene wilderness.

Nestled within ThornForest’s embrace, you’ll discover an exquisite property adorned with luxurious amenities, all set in a wilderness that’s increasingly rare in today’s world. With four elegantly appointed en-suite bedrooms, catering for a maximum of nine guests, ThornForest also boasts inviting communal spaces, both indoors and in the great outdoors.

Our lodge is well suited to couples, solo travelers on both business and leisure trips, as well as groups of friends and colleagues. Whether you’re embarking on a road trip, exploring Kruger Park, or venturing into the wild frontier, expect a warm reception, personalized service, and a distinctive fusion of carefully selected antiques and contemporary comforts.

Each of our private suites features individual air conditioning, private patios, with comfortable seating, mini-bar fridges stocked with filtered water, tea and coffee stations, and complimentary bathroom amenities – all part of our standard offering. Feel free to relax by the glistening pool on comfortable sun loungers, come together around the fire pit for nightly boma fires, and enjoy access to the deck, main lounges, and dining areas. Our sustainability is enhanced with an integrated hybrid solar system and on-site water storage. Our eggs and most of our seasonal fruit and vegetables are sourced locally.

We know and understand that a visit to South Africa, and her wild game viewing is a bucket list item for guests and strive to provide a stay which is memorable for all the right reasons. This is the reason we built ThornForest Luxury Bush Lodge.

Marloth Park is a 3,000-hectare wildlife conservancy and holiday town situated on the southern border of the Kruger National Park, between Malelane and Komatipoort in Mpumalanga.

Marloth Park boasts four of the Big Five, with the exception of the elephant. However, elephants can often be seen splashing about in the Crocodile River that divides Marloth Park from the Kruger National Park. Rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard can be found in Lionspruit, a separate game reserve within Marloth Park, while other wildlife such as kudu, zebra, giraffe, blue wildebeest, baboon, bushbuck, vervet monkeys, nyala, impala, warthog, and ostrich are free to roam between the units.