The Kruger National Park is recognized internationally as a top safari destination in Africa and often features on the travel bucket list of many. It’s a diverse destination, offering an unforgettable Big 5 safari experience and a range of accommodation options to choose from. From self-catering rest camps that offer flexibility and the option of a guided safari or self-drive, to luxury lodges and camps that nestle in surrounding game reserves and offer a selection of ranger-led safari activities.
The Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park, so animals move freely between the reserve and park. The terrain in the Sabi Sands is most favorable to the big cats but one has plenty of opportunities to see as many as 145 mammal species, 110 reptile species and over 500 bird species.
Because the reserve is privately owned, the safari experience is more exclusive and the accommodation comprises mainly of luxury lodges and camps. But very few know of the hidden gem in the heart of the Sabi Sands – a camp suited to travelers who are looking for an authentic and affordable tented safari experience.
Tydon Bush Camp is an intimate camp, with only four canvas tents built on wooden platforms. Each tent is equipped with everything one would need – a comfortable bed, an en-suite bathroom with shower, air conditioning, hairdryers, tea & coffee making facilities, and a private deck with table and chairs.
Guests to Tydon are encouraged to enjoy the main guest area which features a comfortable lounge area,a dining lapa, and an outdoor boma where meals are served besides a campfire and under a canopy of stars.
The safari experience at Tydon consists of morning and afternoon open-vehicle game drives, which are generally around 3 to 4 hours in duration. Covering plenty of ground, these ranger-led game drives offer the best opportunities to view an abundance of wildlife, including the famous Big Five. Because of the camp’s location, Tydon is able to offer a night drive experience – an incredible opportunity to see animals that are most active at night.
Tydon Bush Camp makes it possible for travelers on a budget to explore one of Africa’s most elite game reserves and savour a more private safari experience.
