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About this property
Located in Grietjie Nature Reserve, 16 mi from the Phalaborwa Gate to Kruger National Park, Ngalali Retreat features accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a desk and free WiFi. The rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms have a wardrobe. Ngalali Retreat offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. The nearest airport is Phalaborwa, 18 mi from Ngalali Retreat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Graham
Canada
“We arrived at the Ngalali Retreat after a long drive and Xander and staff helped us feel at home immediately. After a hearty lunch Xander introduced us to our first safari experience of the African bush. Xander is a true naturalist who, over the...” - Anonymous
United States
“The Ngalali staff was great and made us feel right at home, even better than home with its Uber cool surroundings. we saw giraffe, warthogs, and lions on the private reserve. Helen is an amazing chef who cooked up a storm everyday for breakfast,...” - Sylvia
Germany
“A real JEWEL next to Kruger Park surrounded by great wildlife, it feels like family to be a guest there. Thanks for offering such a cozy home :-)” - Manuel
Germany
“Very nice place, nice people, nice food, nice adventures during the game driver and day in the kruger park - definitely recommend this place!” - Veerle
Belgium
“We loved everything at Ngalali retreat: the rooms are nice and clean and well decorated. The outside terrace with view on the pond is lovely: you can watch the animals from your seat. The food is delicious and the staff is really friendly. Lorenza...” - Stefan
Germany
“The hospitality and food were exceptional! The whole lodge is beautiful and very clean. The waterhole right in front of the lodge was frequently visited by animals, especially elephants, which you can watch while having breakfast. What made our...” - Juri
Netherlands
“Beautiful location, both Xander and Elly were great company and shared alot of knowledge about the animals. Helen and the other staff were also very kind and their cooking skills are amazing!” - Daan
Netherlands
“amazing place amidst wildlife. Great hosts who will go out of their way to make your stay as best possible. great food and service!” - Bart
Belgium
“Great location inside the Grietjie reserve, and wel accesible on the route to Krugerpark or the panorama route. Helpfull staff, great activities ( sunset drive,...) and great breakfast and dinner with possibility to spot wildlife from the terrace...” - Tessa
Netherlands
“Very beautiful and lovely place in the middle of the nature. We stayed in the Lions Cottage and it was great! The staff is great. Xander took us on a extra game drive to see the rhinos! Helen is an amazing cook. We did a evening game drive, boat...”

Managed by Lycaon safaris (PTY) Ltd
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Languages Spoken
Afrikaans,English,ItalianArea info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineItalian • Grill/BBQ • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Please inform Ngalali Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.