There are several ways to get to the reserve, each with its own cost and convenience factors to consider. Daily flights depart from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Hoedspruit, located a 30-minute drive from the reserve. The lodges in the game reserve will generally arrange a transfer for your convenience. If not, our Travel Experts will book one for you. This is the most convenient way to get to the reserve.
It is a 60-minute flight from Johannesburg, whereas it will take you just over two hours from Cape Town. We can also arrange scheduled charter flights taking you directly into one of the Thornybush Game Reserve Airstrips.
If you have a bit more time on your hands, you can self-drive to the reserve. The tar road is well-maintained with service stations en route, and it will take you roughly six hours from Johannesburg.
Based on your lodge of choice, time and cost, our Travel Experts will gladly advise you on the best way to get to your lodge of choice in the Thornybush Game Reserve.