Tembe Elephant Park borders Mozambique and was founded in 1983. In addition to the largest elephants in the world, at Tembe Elephant Park you can also find all other members of the Big 5, the endangered African wild dog and rare Suni antelope. The park protects numerous ecosystems, including some of the most pristine sand forest in South Africa and a vast expanse of wetlands. A visit to Mahlasela Elephant Hide is essential; here you can witness large herds of thirsty elephants gather at the waterhole. Entrance to the Park is limited to 10 vehicles per day and the sand road network within gives only 4x4’s access, as a result Tembe Elephant Park offers an intimate and truly unique African safari experience.

Tembe Safari Lodge

​Tembe Elephant Park is the ancestral home of the Tembe people, who manage Tembe Safari Lodge. The lodge has several luxurious safari tents with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and to complete your bush experience, an outdoor shower! Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in your stay; drinks are for your own account. Two guided game drives are included a day, one will depart early in the morning the other late in the afternoon. Between drives relax at the lodge, either in your tent, at the swimming pool or alternately you can enjoy a therapeutic massage. For us, the magic of Tembe Safari Lodge is created by the combination of fabulous game viewing and excellent hospitality; the wonderful staff here will leave you feeling like African royalty. Children of all ages are welcomed at Tembe Safari Lodge.
Royal Thonga Safari Lodge

The 3-star Royal Thonga Safari Lodge will be the highlight of your visit to Tembe Elephant Park. This unique lodge is inspired by local Thonga architecture. Each chalet is positioned to ensure tht all guests can enjoy privacy and comfort during their stay. Every room is tastefully decorated and has both an indoor and outdoor shower. Tembe Elephant Park is home to a spectacular variety of animal and bird species, including the Big 5. The park has a variety of ecosystems, such as sand forests and wetlands which you will explore on your guided game drives during your stay at the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge. Children of all ages are welcome at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge. 
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