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Located in Balule Game Reserve, 15 km from Drakensig Golf Club and 25 km from Kinyonga Reptile Centre, Mohlabetsi Self Catering Bush Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Olifants West Game Reserve.

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$953
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Situated just 50 km from Drakensig Golf Club, Tembomaji River Lodge provides accommodation in Balule Game Reserve with access to a garden, a bar, as well as luggage storage space. Among the various facilities at the property, there is also a pool with a view and outdoor fireplace. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

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$344
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Ezulwini Lodges offer modern accommodation with private bathroom facilities in the picturesque Balule Private Nature Reserve. Rates include 2 game drives per day.

Surrounded by lush flora and fauna, Ezulwini Lodges are standard chalets and ultra-luxury suites. Rooms are offered in Ezulwini Lodges’ 2nd property, the Ezulwini River Lodge. River Lodge’s suites overlook Olifants River and have a private bathroom.

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$735
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With Phalaborwa Gate reachable in 30 km, Lamai Safari Lodge provides accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

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9
Wonderful
1 reviews
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$369
per night

Chacma Bush Camp is set within the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, an 8000-hectare private game that shares open borders with the Kruger National Park.

The air-conditioned units at Chacma Bush Camp each offer a furnished patio and a bathroom with a shower.

Unforgettable experience ! Total immersion in the bush, so close to the animals. The game drives were amazing, our guides were so passionate and they taught us so much about the animals. The food was delicious ! We didn’t want leave …

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8.9
Excellent
13 reviews
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$294
per night

The Ku Sungula Safari Lodge is located in the Balule Private Nature Reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Guests can relax at the swimming pool or the surrounding shaded terrace.

The lodge offers bird-watching, star gazing and safari experience. The staff at Ku Sungula can assist guests in arranging game drives into the Kruger Park.

We really appreciated our stay, and special thank you to Annabel for the birthday cake !! Our two game drives were wonderful. The ranger is passionnate, and we feel it!

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$332
per night

Naledi Lodges lies within the Balule Private Nature Reserve and is located 25 km from Hoedspruit. It boasts panoramic views of the African savannah and features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and bar.

The staff was phenomenal. Every detail was looked after and all of our expectations were exceeded. The guides were absolutely amazing. The food was excellent for every single meal. It was an unforgettable experience and one that we will cherish forever. Couldn't recommend this place more!

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9.6
Exceptional
65 reviews
Price from
$496
per night

Surrounded by nature and wildlife, Greenfire Game Lodge is located inside the Balule Game Reserve. It offers a viewing deck, dining room and outdoor pool.

Greenfire Game Lodge has a shared lounge with a fireplace and library. Hoedspruit Airport is 25 km away.

The best time of our life! I was visiting with my son at Greenfire Game Lodge and enjoyed every minute. The view is breathtaking from every corner of the lodge and to all directions. The lounge area is beautifully designed open space offering tea, coffee and Oma’s Rask 24/7. We had a beautiful room and got lucky to watch a herd of elephants crossing from our balcony. The staff is beyond magnificent and made us feel home away from home. I would like to recommend this unique lodge and will definitely come back again.

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9.7
Exceptional
48 reviews
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$367
per night

Sausage Tree Safari Camp is situated in the Olifant's west nature reserve in the Greater Kruger Park area. The camps features a deck with outdoor pool, offering views of the African bush and an active water hole.

The property is super nice, with a fence around it so also safe. Is has a really nice public area with a great swimming pool and view over the parc. While chilling there you can always see some animals.

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9.7
Exceptional
48 reviews
Price from
$450
per night

Situated on the banks of the Olifants River within the Balule Game Reserve, Maninghi Lodge offers accommodation 48 km from Hoedspruit.

Maninghi Lodge’s rooms boasts wonderful views, some of the river, some the gardens. All rooms are en-suite.

What a great stay! We were really satisfied by our stay. Absolutely highlights were the amazing location and the super friendly staff. The Lodge is located next to the river, which gives the opportunity to see a lot of animals. We saw for example some; crocodiles, hippos, babboons and elephants next to the river. Regarding the staff: super friendly, good organized and you feel directly welcome! Not unimportant, the lodge is clean and all needed facilities are there! We would definitely recommend to go here and will go back when we are in the surrounding.

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9.4
Wonderful
73 reviews
Price from
$218
per night

Most booked lodgings in Balule Game Reserve this month

These lodgings in Balule Game Reserve have options with FREE cancellation

  • Isambane Camp
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering mountain views, Isambane Camp in Balule Game Reserve has accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    Amazing food, friendly staff. Glamping at its best.

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 120 reviews
  • Pondoro Game Lodge
    Free cancellation options available

    Pondoro is set on the banks of the Olifants River inside the 50 000 ha Balule Private Game Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park.

    Every single person working here went above and beyond!!!

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 121 reviews
  • Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering mountain views, Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp in Balule Game Reserve has accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    The private tours with excellent guides (Chris/Victor)

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 51 reviews
  • Parsons Hilltop Safari Camp
    Free cancellation options available

    With mountain views, Parsons Hilltop Safari Camp is set in Balule Game Reserve, within the Greater Kruger Park Region and has a restaurant and a shared lounge.

    The hospitality The food the staff is very friendly

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews
  • Sangasava Safari Lodge
    Free cancellation options available

    Private 5-Star upmarket self-catering safari lodge inside the 'Big-5' Greater Kruger National Park (KNP) Nature Reserve, on the banks of the Olifants River.

    Spacious, great views, very peaceful & relaxing. Great value for money!

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews
  • Emhosheni River Lodge
    Free cancellation options available

    Located on the northern banks of the Olifants River, in the Balule Nature Reserve, Emhosheni River Lodge offers tranquil accommodations within 31 mi of Hoedspruit.

    Good food, wonderful staff - Eric especially is an asset to Emosheni. Location was wonderfully relaxing.

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
  • Ku Sungula Safari Lodge
    Free cancellation options available

    The Ku Sungula Safari Lodge is located in the Balule Private Nature Reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Guests can relax at the swimming pool or the surrounding shaded terrace.

    Rundum-Sorglos Paket. Tolles Essen, sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, sehr schöne Unterkünfte, lehrreiche Touren.

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews
  • Chacma Bush Camp
    Free cancellation options available

    Chacma Bush Camp is set within the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, an 8000-hectare private game that shares open borders with the Kruger National Park.

    Fantastic experience with wonderful game drives and a clearly very knowledgeable ranger. Staff were incredibly friendly and it was a really personable experience. It would be fantastic to hire completely as only 3 rooms

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 13 reviews

Traveling by car? These lodgings in Balule Game Reserve offer free parking!

  • NYATI Safari Lodge
    Free parking

    Located in Balule Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park, NYATI Safari Lodge features 5-star accommodations with private terraces boasting views onto the Olifants River.

    Staff very friendly and efficient Location wonderful

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews
  • Maninghi Lodge
    Free parking

    Located on the banks of the Olifants River within the Balule Game Reserve, Maninghi Lodge offers accommodations 30 mi from Hoedspruit.

    amazing food, extremely relaxed, lovely hosts, incredible game viewing.

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 73 reviews
  • Sausage Tree Safari Camp
    Free parking

    Sausage Tree Safari Camp is located in the Olifant's west nature reserve in the Greater Kruger Park area.

    exceptional staff and pure adventure - would go again anytime!!

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
  • Greenfire Game Lodge
    Free parking

    Surrounded by nature and wildlife, Greenfire Game Lodge is located inside the Balule Game Reserve. It offers a viewing deck, dining room and outdoor pool.

    Lodge magnifique, beaux safaris, personnel adorable

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
  • Naledi Lodges
    Free parking

    Naledi Lodges lies within the Balule Private Nature Reserve and is located 16 mi from Hoedspruit.

    Equipe extremamente atenciosa e cuidadosa com cada detalhe. Os safaris foram maravilhosos. Limpeza impecável.

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 65 reviews
  • Ezulwini Game Lodges
    Free parking

    Ezulwini Lodges offer modern accommodations with private bathroom facilities in the picturesque Balule Private Nature Reserve. Rates include 2 game drives per day.

    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1 review
  • Tembomaji River Lodge
    Free parking

    Tembomaji River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve provides accommodations with a garden, a bar, and barbecue facilities.

  • Mohlabetsi Self Catering Bush Lodge
    Free parking

    Providing a garden, Mohlabetsi Self Catering Bush Lodge offers accommodations in Balule Game Reserve. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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Lodgings That Guests Love in Balule Game Reserve

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 121 reviews
    Probably the best place I've ever been. The attention to detail, the customer first approach and the respect of nature has been astonishing. Best safari experience of my life. Pondoro Game Lodge will always have a special place in my heart!
    Istvan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $602.78
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
    The location of the lodge is wonderful. The rooms have an excellent view to the river where the animals roam around. Good for game viewing and relaxing between the game drives. Good food (they cared very well for the dietary requirements of my wife). The chalets are modern and very well maintained.
    Michael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $602.78
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
    The lodge is beautifully located in the middle of the bush overlooking a river bed where we could watch elephants, buffalos & co. strolling along from our sun decks. Wonderful! The warmhearted people as well as the lovely prepared, delicious food made us feel sooo comfortable and relaxed. And there were our phantastic game drives with Given who showed us the big and the small and allowed plenty of time to just watch them. Too bad we had to leave but we will be back. 😀
    Meike
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews
    Beautiful lodge by the river with wildlife roaming around, clean, well equipped, excellent hospitality, great game drive guides (we enjoyed Danze’s knowledgeable sharing of wildlife, Gunther’s tracking of wild dogs, Lems’ wittiness, and Ashante’s helpfulness). Food was fabulous, every meal.
    Kenny
    Group
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 51 reviews
    We absolutely loved our stay at Imagine Africa. The lodge staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. The guides and game drives were excellent. Hendrik, Sydwell and Gary were extremely knowledgeable. In addition, we appreciated all the attention to detail, including; lovely sheets and towels, comfy bed, wonderful shower, g&ts for sundowners, beautiful room and lodge. Oh and the food was delicious! Thanks Imagine Africa team, we hope to return one day.
    Vanessa
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews
    the experience was amazing and the location was serene. the activities are all within the lodge which is the great benefit.
    Deuhita
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews
    An incredible lodge! Very remote and a vehicle with ground clearance is highly recommended. But you are rewarded with a breathtaking view from the terrace. While you cool your feet in the pool, you have the best view of nature. We saw several elephants and giraffes passing right by the fence. The next day there was a live hunt by two lions for impallas. We would never have dared to dream of it. Besides the gamedrives, bushwalks and safaris in the Kruger, you should definitely plan a day on the terrace. It's definitely worth it.
    EKlassen
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews
    everything!!! the location, the stuff, the food. nyati is one of the most amazing experiences that we’ve ever had. the game drives are amazing and the environment in the lodge is incredible
    yahav
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $588.22
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 13 reviews
    What a unique experience we had! The game rides were amazing, we were incredible lucky seeing herd of elephants and lionesses with 8 cubs within 24 hours. Harry is super knowledgeable and respectful of animals and nature. The accommodation was very nice with amazing food catering for our dietary requirements. Nadine helped to organize a surprise sundowner for my partner's birthday which was a special experience :) Thank you for everything!
    NikiSzucs
    Solo traveler
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 121 reviews
    beautiful property and well maintained. Staff was wonderful and exceeded our expectations. We stayed at another lodge called Jabulani Safari which was far inferior to Pondoro. Stay at Pondoro, avoid Jabulani!
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $296.49
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 73 reviews
    Before arriving me and my girlfriend were looking for the lodge and 3 min before we found it Paul came looking for us and showed us the way. He and Victoria made sure we were well looked after our whole stay. The chef was great! The place was clean and the location is amazing. Highly recommend the game drive + game walk. The quad tour was also nice. This place & people (& animals) made our trip memorable. Thank you for having us. RECOMMENDED 110%.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
    The lodge's location overlooking the Olifants River was fantastic, we were able to sit back and watch various animals, including giraffes, hippos, baboons, warthogs and impala wonder by. The staff were exceptional, including our two very knowledgable guides, Keegan and David, who insured that we were spoiled for animal sightings on our game drives. Shout out to Lushia, who prepared our delicious meals and Eric, who was always ready to attend to our every need.
    Tarryn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $602.78
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
    What a lovely lodge. Carol and Nigel were excellent hosts always insuring I was comfortable and well taken care of. My guide Victor thrilled me every day with exciting game drives. I saw the big five as well as a pack of wild dogs!!! The food was five star and the house staff very professional. Pool was very clean as well as the whole facility. It was a relaxing three day stay. Such a peaceful place. I returned rejuvenated. Thank you so much for an experience that was over the top. I recommend this for solo travelers.
    Anne
    Solo traveler
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews
    Amazing accommodation in a fabulous location with the best hosts you could hope for! The game drives were fantastic - I was lucky enough to see leopard, jackal, giraffe, elephant and numerous lions in my three night stay. I also loved the bush walk with Russ who is a very knowledgeable ranger and lots of fun! The luxury tent with adjoining plunge pool was a delight as were the views and the yummy food. Thanks Mirjam and team for a truly wonderful stay! You really made me feel like a special guest. Highly recommended!
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveler
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 121 reviews
    Superb 4-night stay - cannot find one single item to fault. Wonderfully accessible lodging on the Olifants River, fabulous staff and meals, and top-notch game-viewing with Sam the guide and America the tracker -- some of the best I have ever had (and I am experienced in the bush!)
    Philippa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $602.78
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
    Lodge magnifique, beaux safaris, personnel adorable
    SIGRID
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $762.41
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 65 reviews
    EVERYTHING Naledi is a little paradise ! Everything is amazing, the people, the food, the place, the fact that we have lunch and dinner in different places, the animals you can see from the lodge, and I obviously forget things … We highly recommand this amazing lodge. We had a wonderful time, thank you so much
    Louis
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
    We loved everything about Emhosheni! We were welcomed by Mareycke and Ishmael with hot towels when we arrived and we were completely looked after until we left. We stayed in the 2 bedroom chalet with our 2 adult children. Our chalet was beautiful, comfortable and clean, the view was spectacular and the food was delicious! We loved our safaris with Keagan finding us many animals both big and small! We would definitely recommend the Emhosheni River Lodge.
    Geoff
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 51 reviews
    The perfect safari-spot! The whole team was so nice and friendly, everything felt very personal, the lodge and its location are beautiful and the food was delicious. Even though the weather wasn’t so good, the guides still managed to find so many awesome animals for us.
    Geoffrey Croes
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
    What a magnificent place, in my opinion 5 star accommodation. The staff was beyond amazing, and nothing was too much effort for them. They went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional, especially Marycke and Ismael, who were the perfect hosts and made us feel right at home. The food was fantastic and the view over the river from our room was incredible.
    Carla
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
    You cannot fault this lodge. Our time was incredible and the staff went out of their way to make my husband's birthday special.
    Danelle
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $656.52
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 66 reviews
    Fantastic hospitality by every single one at the lodge. Very pleasant stay. Food is nice with presentation and how they set up the tables is fabulous. Two game drives are included and the driver and trucker was very enthusiastic to find animals to spend all the efforts.
    Shuji
    Family with young children