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Reviews of The Outpost & Pel's Post

Pafuri Gate, R525, 0989 Makuleke Contract Park, South Africa

#1 of 2 hotels in Makuleke Contract Park

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 99 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    5.4

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  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Special place to stay, planning to return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pel's Post
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Outstanding food and service and great ranger (Keagan)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Most relaxing stay inside Kruger
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights

    You have to be aware that if it is very hot - we had 40 degrees - the open concept of the rooms do not allow air conditioning. However there is always a breeze in the rooms.

    It was the second time we stayed at the Outpost. For us it is one of the best Lodges in South Africa. We like the open concept of the rooms and the landscape surrounding the lodge. It is just so relaxing being in Kruger without the traffic jams of the south. Maybe there are places to see more big 5 animals but going to the fever tree forest is just unique as have the sundowner on the banks of Limpopo River with the Hippos. If you are looking for a special experience, go there.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Our stay was incredible, the stuff went above and beyond to make my birthday very special.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really, the place is amazing

    The quietness The food Great hospitality Amazing views The pool Sounds of the birds in the morning 👌🏽😍

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was stunning

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Experience of a lifetime
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Everything was amazing, from the greeting the moment we stepped out of our vehicle until we drove away. Amazing attentive staff, great chefs, passionate and extremely knowledgeable guides (loved Keagan!) breathtakingly beautiful rooms and some of the most beautiful landscapes in Kruger (80% of Kruger’s biodiversity is located in this concession). This is 6 star service. Worth every penny. Book a room with a view.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    10
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great and very calm place, excellent staff. Our guide (Christa) was amazing. She not only found the saddle billed storch for us, but explained everything very well and in a simple and entertaining way. We agree with her, nature is beautiful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Food. Scenery.. Overall stay was out of this world.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Absolutely lovely and will certainly return! Thank you to everyone at Outpost!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms open up with and has ceiling fans but certainly with temperatures in the high 30s and 40s, a portable aircon (at least in one area) is necessary.

    What an amazing experience! The rooms are beautiful - and in fact exceptional. The staff is friendly, attentive and professional. The food is good and the location really a bucket-list item for everyone who loves nature. The field guides are very knowledgeable. The staff also made my husband's birthday extra special with some really nice touches. Oh - and they even showed the rugby and treated all guests with Sprinbokkies and snacks - what a great South African touch! I would really recommend Outpost to anyone - it is a very special and memorable experience. Thank you very much! (The only reason for the 9 - it should actually be a 9.8 - is because of the lack of aircon).

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    10
    Overall it was good. We will be back. Stayed in unit 6. No water in the toilet and after it was fixed the floor was floo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff under trained and game drives to far on tar roads. Game drive snacks not up to par and the High Tea was a disappointment The walk way is very slippery to the rooms.

    The Rooms … Everything

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    9.0
    We had a very lovely anniversary and had a great time mit in the bush!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The massages we had, were more like rubbing oil and not quite deep massages…

    Food! Excellent ! Especially that my wife’s allergies were considered in every dish and made for specifically when needed! Service! Neat and clean place! Fantastic guide, Bongani !!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Tranquility and peace in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Neighbours being loud

    Everything was excellent

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    9.0
    It was very quiet and restful !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Honeymoon
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    a bit too spartan facility... no comfortable seating such. B. Armchair...

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    10
    my stay at outpost lodge was a 20/10 from the food big ups to the chefs to the rooms and the game drives the service
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    Everything from the staff food to accommodation its a 15/10🙌😁

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    10
    Absolutely Awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing ☺

    The setting is absolutely awesome! The staff are very friendly and go out of their way to know that you are looked after and having the best time. The rooms are beautiful, the bed really comfortable, the game drives with Ray very informative and scenic. All round we had a wonderful stay at Pel's Post (The Outpost)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    Was great get away from the city and connect with my partner.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of network connectivity.

    The food was amazing,

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The setting and design of the lodge in an exceptional area of the Kruger where birds and diversity are of the order of the day.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    10
    immaculate
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    zero

    everything

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    10
    Best safari experience and venue I have ever visited. I dare you to visit and not have the time of your life.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t a single thing we didn’t love

    Unbelievable rooms, incredible staff, magical experience overall. I would visit this property for the rest of my life. we loved every single minute. The staff are out of this world, the food was magnificent, the venue = breathtaking.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2023

    10
    Incredible place to recharge and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pel's Post
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful spacious rooms with some of my favourite views of the most spectacular landscapes South Africa has to offer. So many beautiful places to visit on your game drives. Great people that look after your every need with a smile. Delicious food, from breakfast to dinner. 10/10

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2023

    10
    great relaxing holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    great setting and beautiful part of the Kruger Park

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional Luxury Stay in the Heart of the Bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Where to start? The Outpost Lodge exceeded all expectations for my birthday weekend. The lodge is located in the most beautiful wilderness area of Maluleke Concession within the Kruger National Park. The rooms, one of the most unique and beautiful we have ever seen. Allowing guests to have a special nature experience with it’s canvas “walls” opening with a touch of a button. The service received by staff - impeccable! From start to finish we were treated with the utmost professionalism & care. Barbara & Charmaine were wonderful at check-in and ensured that each need was tended to throughout our stay. Winnie, Lionah, Pam, Nompie served all drinks & meals with a smile. Extra special attention was given to dietary requirements & preferences. The food - EXCEPTIONAL! I booked a massage with Eunice and was NOT dissapointed! Her cheerful personality & years of experience was clearly visible. We were so impressed by our guide & bird specialist, Samuel Japane’s knowlegde & passion for nature. His story was so inspiring & we were so happy to receive a printed book of his beautiful testimony. Warren, the head ranger, checked in frequently to see how our stay was going. Thank you for your kindness. Everyone made my birthday extra special, from signs with “happy birthday” and a gluten-free birthday cake to singing & something special on our bed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I wish I could thank more staff members by name - the chef, team in the kitchen, cleaning ladies & maintenance staff included. The Outpost Lodge is the perfect luxury getaway & we hope to visit again soon in the future.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Honeymoon
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is hot, please consider an air conditioners

    Rooms

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2022

    10
    spectacular
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    hospitality, rooms, privacy, game drives (especially the guide Samuel “Bird aspecialist” Japane”, food, staff

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2022

    10
    an absolute delight and worth it in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury River view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    will have to think hard and get back to you on that one😄 …

    everything!! the staff and service were incredible… nothing was too much or an effort for them. they were pleasant happy to serve.

    Stayed in July 2022

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