How To Get to Timbavati | Flights, Roads and Driving Time

How To Get to Timbavati Nature Reserve – Flights, Roads and Driving Time

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By Philip Briggs

Philip is author of ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip is the author of many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many guidebooks to African destinations, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

South Africa Map

Visitors from abroad usually fly into South Africa at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. From here, Federal Airlines operates a daily shuttle flight to Timbavati Nature Reserve, as well as offering charter flights.

Alternatively, you can take a connecting flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport (HDS). From here, it’s only 13km/8mi on a good surfaced road to Timbavati’s main gate, and most lodges and camps can organize a transfer.

Renting a car in Johannesburg and driving to the reserve is another option. Timbavati is on the R40 near Hoedspruit, west of Kruger National Park. The 450km/280mi drive usually takes 5 to 6 hours*.

*Driving times are only a rough indication. You should always consider the possibility of significant delays.

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Airlines & Ticket Prices

Please check Skyscanner to see which airlines can take you to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), and what tickets would cost.

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Domestic Flights

Flights to Timbavati can be booked with Federal Airlines.

Passport, Visa & Other Entry Requirements

Please check our How To Get to South Africa page to learn more about passport, visa and other entry requirements.

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