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The best lodges in Grietjie Nature Reserve

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Mbizi Bush Lodge

Grietjie Nature Reserve

Offering an outdoor pool and a veranda with views of the Northern Drakensbergs, Mbizi Bush Lodge is a small lodge nestled in the Grietjie Game Reserve.

M
Michael
From
United Kingdom
Food exceptional. Elephants walking through camp and drinking from pool amazing. Walking safari good.
Review score
Exceptional
178 reviews
Price from
€ 313.54
1 night, 2 adults

Muweti Bush Lodge

Grietjie Nature Reserve

Situated in the Balule Nature Reserve, Muweti Bush Lodge offers the opportunity for wildlife encounters at its waterhole, where elephants and other game come to drink.

B
Birgit
From
Netherlands
Everything was just perfect! If you're looking for a nice stay with awesome gamedrives, good food and friendly rangers. Don't look further, this is the perfect place. We want to come back and enjoy the nature, food, good accomodation and the friendly staff!
Review score
Exceptional
179 reviews
Price from
€ 408.71
1 night, 2 adults

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

With garden views, MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge is located in Hoedspruit and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

S
Sarah
From
New Zealand
Amazing food, staff, and game drives.
Review score
Exceptional
355 reviews
Price from
€ 586.79
1 night, 2 adults

Timbila Game Lodge - Welcome to Land of Leopards and Buffalo - Big Game Lodge

Phalaborwa (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

With mountain views, Timbila Game Lodge - Welcome to Land of Leopards and Buffalo - Big Game Lodge is situated in Phalaborwa and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, outdoor pool and...

T
Thabang
From
South Africa
The place is absolutely stunning and very tranquil, the staff are hands on and very attentive tinyiko, patience and another lady who cleaned our room were so welcoming and friendly. Janke our host was available at all times when we needed anything from her despite her not feeling well she went an extra mile to ensure our stay was great! Truly appreciate that.. It was my wifes birthday on the 15th of April and they really made sure that she enjoys it. Facilities were great especially if you're looking for a relaxing experience this place is exactly that.
Review score
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
€ 217.06
1 night, 2 adults

Chacma Bush Camp

Balule Game Reserve (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

With Phalaborwa Gate reachable in 27 km, Chacma Bush Camp features accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.

D
DANILO RENATO
From
Italy
The position and the stuff
Review score
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
€ 487.91
1 night, 2 adults

Nyati Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

With river views, Nyati Safari Lodge is set in Hoedspruit and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.

A
Ahmed
From
Germany
Our stay at the safari lodge was simply fantastic – even better than we had hoped for. We were a group of six and were lucky enough to receive an upgrade to the Cheetah Villa. The villa was spacious, stylish, and very comfortable – we didn’t miss a thing. A real highlight was the heated pool. The food was delicious and lovingly prepared – every dish was a treat. A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful team on site: our safari guide Henry, who led us through the wilderness with great knowledge and passion, housekeeper Precious, who took such warm care of us, and chef Godfrey, who spoiled us with fantastic meals. Even though we didn’t get to see all of the Big Five, the safaris were a true highlight – full of exciting encounters, stunning nature, and unforgettable moments.
Review score
Exceptional
157 reviews
Price from
€ 361.63
1 night, 2 adults

Naledi Lodges

Balule Game Reserve (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

Naledi Lodges lies within the Balule Game 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.

S
Simon
From
Cyprus
Our stay at Naledi was simply magical. The lodge had a beautiful location right in the bush, was very clean, and the rooms were comfortable. All of the staff were incredibly kind and committed to personalizing our stay to get the best experience possible. The trackers did an excellent job of finding and getting close to animals during the game drives. Whenever possible, we got to spend several minutes in silence marveling at lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and other animals just a few meters away from us. We're still thinking and talking about the incredible moments we experienced during our stay and will highly recommend Naledi to everyone who's looking for a sustainable, close-up, and comfortable safari experience.
Review score
Exceptional
104 reviews
Price from
€ 684.95
1 night, 2 adults

Masodini Game Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

Offering garden views, Masodini Game Lodge in Hoedspruit offers accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a bar. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

D
Dirk
From
Netherlands
In one word...magic
Review score
Exceptional
19 reviews
Price from
€ 569.19
1 night, 2 adults

Maninghi Lodge

Balule Game Reserve (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

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

R
Robin
From
South Africa
The view and the hosts
Review score
Superb
78 reviews
Price from
€ 226.71
1 night, 2 adults

Greenfire Game Lodge

Balule Game Reserve (Near Grietjie Nature Reserve)

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.

A
Amy
From
Singapore
It’s nestled in the Babule Game Reserve. The facility is great and clean. The rooms here face the river. We got to experience the tranquility of our surrounding jungle/forest. Given, our guide, is exceptional, experienced with tracking wild life and loves them. He is very knowledgeable and friendly. Carol and her team are marvellous hosts. Food is good.
Review score
Exceptional
87 reviews
Price from
€ 578.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.

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  • Review score
    Exceptional · 178 reviews
    Dinner and breakfast were excellent. For dinner we tasted ostrich that was cooked in the best manner Elephants and impalas walking around and getting back from evening safari we met hyena close to the lodge. It made our staying with positive emotions that we stayed in wild area
    Guest review by
    Anton
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 54 reviews
    Our stay at Lions Place Lodge was fantastic. The lodge is beautiful and well-maintained, with lovely rooms and views of the bush. The friendly staff gave us a warm welcome and were always ready to ensure we had the best time. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the mornings and dinner in the evenings. The location is perfect for safari enthusiasts, offering easy access to stunning bush walks and game drives. Overall, Lions Place Lodge exceeded all our expectations. We highly recommend this lodge and look forward to returning!
    Guest review by
    Lotte
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 179 reviews
    My partner and I stayed for 2 nights as a birthday gift. It was amazing. Guide, Millie was fantastic and we were able to see an abundance of game throughout our 4 game drives. On arriving back to the lodge after our morning or evening drive, Hardus and the other staff had breakfast/dinner ready to go and it was delicious. During the day, we sat by the pool and watched the elephants stroll by! We would 10/10 recommend.
    Guest review by
    Tayla
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 179 reviews
    The staff were excellent. On the safari's we saw heaps of animals. Our guides went out of their way to find any animal we hadn't yet seen. Seeing all the hippos coming out of the river was the highlight of our trip!!
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 179 reviews
    We had such a lovely time at Muweti. It is a small and intimate lodge with great staff. We really enjoyed the food and the personal touches. We loved to see the elephants from the watering hole and the guides taught us many interesting things about the bush and the wildlife. A real safari experience. We also enjoyed interacting with other guests. Thank you to the Muweti team!
    Guest review by
    Chante
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 164 reviews
    The lodge is in a beautiful private game reserve in Greater Kruger. The wild animals are right next to the vence. The rooms were clean, cosy, spacious and just what you need after a safari day. Xander is extremely hospitable and Helen cooks the best breakfast, lunch and diner for you (Italian style). We recommend doing the activities with Xander in Grietjie instead of doing it yourself in Kruger, as he knows everything about the nature and the animals.
    Guest review by
    Renée
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 178 reviews
    We loved every second :) This Lodge is really living up to the great reviews it already got. We felt so welcomed into this lovely family. We especially liked that we got an honest and realistic perspective on safari and living in the nature reserves. The owners take a lot of responsibility and put a lot of work into creating an environment were tourists and the animals can enjoy themselves and be safe. I couldn't recommend it enough :)
    Guest review by
    Martina
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 99 reviews
    We liked everything. The road to the lodge is long and a little bumpy, but we enjoyed this as an extra safari. We always saw animals. The hotel is amazing and would thoroughly recommend it to anyone.
    Guest review by
    Dee
    Family with young children

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