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Nyala Safari Lodge 1  From R8450 /night

Good Breakfast, lunch and evening meal included

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

This is our more intimate chalet facing the riverbed where ... you can view the wildlife without even leaving the comfort of your bed. The chalet has a queen bed, an en-suite bathroom with a bath, and indoor and outdoor showers.

Rate Basis: Full board (breakfast, lunch and evening meal included)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen

From R8450 /night

 

Good Breakfast, lunch and evening meal included
Full Kitchen
Garden
Oven
Bath towels
Patio
Stove
Fridge
Linen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Covid-19 Certified
Swimming Pool
Cleaning service
Braai/BBQ Area
Parking on Premises
Dining Area
Safety Deposit Box
Airport Transfers
Bar
Ceiling fans
Child friendly
Deck
Fan
Hairdryer
Laundry facilities
Serviced Daily
Tea and coffee facilities

Resting comfortably on the banks of the seasonal Mohlabetsi River in the Greater Kruger’s Balule Nature Reserve sits the inimitable Nyala Safari Lodge. Distinct in design, this 5-bedroomed lodge offers thatched accommodation in an iconic rondawel style, an archetype of Kruger accommodation.

Nyala’s main area has a wrap-around viewing deck mimicking the curves of the river, and runs the full length of the lodge. The entire lodge is shaded by weeping Boer-beans and ancient Jackalberry trees, ensuring respite from the heat during the sizzling summer months. There’s also a swimming pool on-site-and decking area to ensure the most is made out of those balmy summer days. Don’t be surprised to spot bushbuck and vervet monkeys while lounging around the pool area.

Just metres away from the main area is a thriving waterhole, where wildlife is known to put on a spectacle for onlookers. The boma area is strategically placed to take advantage of waterhole views, and offers the perfect place to sit under the stars around a crackling campfire after your evening game drive. Boma and swimming pool aside, the rest of the main area comprises a dining section, open plan kitchen, lounge, and viewing deck with hammocks.

Dotted among the riparian vegetation are 5 well-appointed chalets, furnished with sandy beige interiors and earthy tones designed to harmonise with the Balule Bushveld. Expect Egyptian cotton linen, light wooden furniture, and ornate bathrooms, four of which have deep-set luxurious baths. While each room has a hint of uniqueness, all have indoor and outdoor showers and views of either the bushveld, pool or river.

Activities include two game drives a day which depart at first light and late afternoon when the nocturnal predators are most active

In Room Facilities:

Brick and thatched rondawel chalets:
- mosquito nets and canvas drop-down blinds
- air conditioning and ceiling fans
- all chalets have a private patio
- Wi-Fi is available
- tea and coffee station
- universal plug points
- bedside tables with lighting and lanterns
- indoor and outdoor showers, and baths in 4 of the chalets
- chalets have bushveld, garden or river views
- chalets either have Queen beds or Twin beds
- 4 of the chalets have room for a third bed

Area Information:

Nyala Safari Lodge is located in the Greater Kruger’s famed Balule Nature Reserve, a Big 5 reserve sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park.

Game Drives: Two game drives are offered per day, one in the morning and one in late afternoon that moves into the night. All game drives are conducted in open 4x4 game viewers, which are eco friendly.

Sundowners and Coffee Stops: On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. Stops usually take place in scenic, open areas. Sundowners are drinks of your choice, and are typically accompanied by a few snacks.

Boma Dinners: Some of the evening meals are enjoyed in the elevated boma, above the floodlit waterhole. Guests can appreciate their surroundings while sitting around a crackling log fire under a starry night sky.

Property Facilities:

- Swimming pool with deck area and sun loungers
- Viewing deck overlooking the seasonal river
- Deck area with dining option
- Boma area with firepit, chairs, and bushveld views
- Floodlit waterhole in front of the lodge
- Garden and lawns around camp
- Lounge and bar area with flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee station in the main area
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Small library area with an array of wildlife books
- Grey water system, solar power, electric safari vehicles, and recycling system in place

Attractions:

* Game drives
* Game viewing
* Bird watching
* Swimming

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Extra Info

Property Type Game Lodge, Self Catering
Conditions Show
Check-in after 02:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy Moderate

Reviews

SafariGang
12 May 2016

We have just returned from a great 3 day bushbreak at Nyala Safari Lodge. Being guides and working in the industry ourselves we just needed a break from the hustle and bustle. And this is exactly what we got. We love Nyala Safai Lodge setting overlooking the riverbed. Even though it is winter we had some great sightings at the waterhole and the lions kept us up all night, roaring next to the fence. We enjoyed having the entire camp to ourselves and the GREAT atmosphere of the camp!

Superb. 5 out of 5
Jill Greengrass
12 April 2016

Located close to Hoedspruit, but you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, Nyala offers an excellent experience of the African Bush. It was good to meet the owners, Bill and Camilla, who were there to welcome us on arrival. The location is stunning, lodge is comfortable, well-equipped, and the staff are friendly and helpful. Gideon, the manager and ranger, with his infectious laugh, did all possible to find us good game sightings. We saw an amazing variety of game.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Haywoods
03 April 2016

Excellent self-catering facilities, friendly staff, excellent game viewing in open game viewing vehicle, or on foot, with expert guide & every expectation of seeing the "big five". Waterhole in dry river bed attracts an interesting selection of game to be viewed from a deck on the river bank.
Value for money and the overall experience is outstanding. Highly recommended. As an additional recommendation, our daughter had her wedding there, when we took over the entire lodge for a few days.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Sheldon
31 March 2016

I have been a visitor to Nyala for many years, I return over and over again and have never had reason to complain about one single thing. I will keep returning based on the location, the staff as well as the owners that have always taken a keen interest in seeing that we have a great stay.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Nkau
29 February 2016

We stayed at Nyala for two nights in July. What an amazing time we had. Game drives were really good and Gideon knows his stuff. We laughed and had so much fun on the drives. Afternoons in the sun on the viewing deck and evenings around the camp fire...So quite and relaxing.
The perfect getaway!!!
Thank you all so much

Superb. 5 out of 5
Marco Brocc
09 February 2016

This was about our 8th visit to Nyala and as usual it never disappoints. This is has to be one of my most favorite places on earth! The staff are always ready to assist and by this stage have become like family.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Annet
16 November 2015

An awesome place! Everything is great. We treat ourselves with 3 nights there in October and that was the highlight of our trip to South Africa.
Bill was welcoming, Lizzy took care of us, but above all, Gideon, the Lodge game driver, is the main asset of the place! He is so knowledgeable! Gideon always makes its best to find you the most amazing sights. And his laughter is really infectious! Even an unexpected puncture became a moment of laughter.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Lovely budget lodge in a great setting
04 October 2015

We stayed for two nights at Nyala in September and found it to be a little gem of a lodge that its overpriced counterparts could do well to copy in some respects.
The lodge is set beside a dry river bed with a viewing deck overlooking a waterhole.
The rooms are clean and very comfortable and are kept spotless by Goodness and Lizzy.
Gideon the Lodge game driver is an excellent spotter and has a wonderful charm and sense of humour which makes for an entertaining and informative drive.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Marco
31 July 2015

One of the most magical places in South Africa. Nyala gives you a opportunity to experience the African bush at its best. Bill & Kamilla have created the most relaxing and welcoming atmosphere and their staff, Gideon, Lizzie & Goodness make you feel at home.

We need to really enjoy and savoir these types of destinations that immerse you in the wild.

Superb. 5 out of 5
angelique
30 July 2015

Seriously from Gideon and his awesomeness at finding animals and just being so much fun on drives to Lizzy being the sweeetest person who sets the table (something we weren't expecting and realized how spoilt we felt) and doing the dishes!!!! HELLO HOLIDAY!! Its being in the bush with the luxury feeling without paying at all your savings for! Viewing deck is exquisite, rooms are clean and beds are so comfy! Seriously will only ever go back to Nyala!

Superb. 5 out of 5

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Hoedspruit Reviews

Angela Wilson
18 January 2023

Beautiful and Clean, pity a place like Mali Mali can upset a persons Holiday... an event that was meant to be legendary! Mali Mali is not as per there website... they manipulate the internet!

Superb. 5 out of 5
Anika Van wyk
08 March 2022

The nature.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Mologadi Tloana
28 December 2021

Morokologa game reserve, we spend our Christmas at the camp and we had a beautiful game drive and morning walks with my grandmother. Played games and reconnected as a family.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Edgar Baloi
27 September 2021

Most of Gold cabins- the weather - the sound of the birds-

Superb. 5 out of 5
Dorothy Fritz
31 May 2021

Since we have family and old colleagues in Hoedspruit we enjoy everything. Love going to Hoedspruit for a weekend break away.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Neil Dietrechsen
03 May 2021

The quietness.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Nomsa Masoka
06 April 2021

It’s a beautiful town which is easily accessible and has all the convenient shopping around the lodges nearby and one is able to do various activities around the area.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Rene Capuli
25 March 2021

Privacy!

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Refilwe Mangena
09 January 2021

The town is very small yet beautiful and neat. It has lots of tourist attractions and good place to visit, just to unwind!

Superb. 5 out of 5
Sean
28 August 2019

Endangered Species Centre.

Superb. 5 out of 5

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