It was the discovery of white lions in the mid-1970s that put this reserve on the map. Since then, as white lion populations have come and gone, it's the other wildlife (for which Timbavati is probably second only to Sabi Sand in the area) and the good mix of accommodation that keeps travelers coming back.
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
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