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Reviews of Impodimo Game Lodge

5 out of 5
Impodimo Game Lodge
Wonderboom Gate, Ramotshere Moiloa, North West

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wihan

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Impeccable
Impodimo is the most incredible South African Safari Experience. Don’t even bother looking elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic 3 Days
Literally cannot think of a single fault! Top class staff (special thanks to Kevin and Joseph, our Guide and Tracker), top class catering and top class accommodation. The only thing we didn't have which would have been nice was a private pool but that's being really, really selfish! The herd of 20+ elephants that wandered through the grounds on our last day was spectacular - we were literally standing 10 feet from them as they ambled past. The hide at the watering hole was amazing - we watched elephants, antelope, buffalo and warthogs all drinking just a few feet from us. On safari we saw all of the big 5 on our first day - including a leopard in the first 20 minutes. We saw dozens of elephants playing in a lake which was brilliant. Ask for room 1 which overlooks the watering hole! You can pay more for some of the other Madikwe lodges but I really can't think why you would! We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from The Impodimo Team on 5 Mar 2020
Dear Eric Thank you so much for the great feedback, it is always nice hearing back from the guests regarding their safari with us. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting your family and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed Impodimo Game Lodge. Maybe next time you can book the family safari suite that comes with a private pool. Hope to see you back here real soon Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply spectacular - was hard to leave
Absolutely phenomenal in every way. Our game range, Marie and tracker, Holiday, were outstanding. They showed true dedication and Marie spoke to us about each animal with such incredible knowledge and enthusiasm, which made the experience all the more enjoyable. The lodge itself is fantastic. You get real 5 star service, with excellent food and the location is second to none. The animals come right close to the lodge and really enhance the experience. We saw tons of animals, including all of the big 5 and we cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Lodge / Sightings in Madikwe
Declan was our ranger, and he was phenomenal, making sure we saw everything (big 5, wild dogs, hyena, kori bustard, etc.). All of the rangers and trackers are talented. Impodimo staff ensured my wife who has allergies (peanut, wheat) had plenty to eat at every meal. The admin, kitchen, and cabin staff were helpful. The cabins and lodges were clean and comfortable. Would recommend Impodimo.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Fantastic lodge and facilities. Great guide and tracker. Unfortunately the male manager was disgustingly rude, obnoxious and insulting accusing us of trying to "sneak off " without paying and chased us down the highway, unbelievable !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great safari hotel
Great location. We had room 1 with a deck overlooking the waterhole where there was constant wildlife activity. The room itself was very well appointed.The safari tours were guided very well and we saw loads of animals. The staff generally were very friendly and attentive and the food was a very high standard. An excellent choice as a safari location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Impodimo on 6 Feb 2018
Good morning Roger Thank you for taking the time to review Impodimo. We are thrilled to hear you had a good time at Impodimo. We look forward to having you back at the lodge Warmest Regards The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth, Chalfont st Giles, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small lodge with excellent rangers
We were fortunate to choose this game lodge and stayed for 4 nights in October. Our guide and tracker were exceptional and were able to find the big 5 with good viewings. In particular on this occasion we wanted to find leopard as we had previously missed out on these solitary wily cats but we were blessed with two sightings - once when the leopardess stepped out in front of our vehicle at night and on a second occasion hen spotted up a tree with her kill. we also made one long morning drive to view the wild dog pack - an endangered species. The lodge is delightful with pleasant staff and excellent food and is also abundant with wild life - animals and birds. It is indeed a gift from God.
Response from Melissa Stuckenberg on 1 Nov 2016
Dear Elspeth Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased that you had the opportunity to spot the leopard, not once, but twice. We are glad to hear that we met your expectations and do hope to see you at Impodimo again some day. All the Best, the Impodimo Team.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Luxury Safari Experience
We stayed at Impodimo for 3 nights at the start of July for a fly in, fly out safari. The experience was incredible from the moment we were collected from Madikwe airstrip to the moment we left. The room was beautiful, spacious, clean and well equipped. We were lucky enough to have a view of the watering hole which provided all day entertainment from the balcony watching the baboons, elephants, buffalo and giraffe coming to visit. Our guide Declan and tracker Sam were brilliant, making us feel at ease and really personalising our experience over the 3 days to make sure we saw as much as possible during our stay. It was incredible to see them tracking the animals and working together with the other guides in Madikwe to ensure all guests in the reserve see as many animals as possible (note - not many lodges have trackers which sets Impodimo apart). We were incredibly lucky to see Lions, Cheetah, White Rhino, Impala, Giraffe, Baboons, Elephants, Zebra, Wildebeest and more in just 3 days. The Impodimo team also take great care in all of the little touches. Hot water bottles and blankets on the early morning safari drives, a lovely fire lit when you return at night, tasty complimentary drinks and snacks for the early morning and sunset stops on the game drive, delicious food at breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, hot water bottles warming your bed at night and overall a really friendly relaxed atmosphere. We definitely recommend Impodimo and can't wait to return!
Response from Melissa Stuckenberg on 1 Nov 2016
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We take great pride in knowing that you enjoyed every aspect of the lodge from the accommodation, to the food and most definitely the game drives with Declan and Sam. Thank you for posting the lovely photographs. We hope to welcome you back to Impodimo in the future. All the best The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Luc, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No fence in the middle of the reserve was amazing experience

10/10 Excellent

Andrew & Claire, Petawawa, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible!
We had a wonderful 4 night stay. We have pretty discerning taste but that was not a problem at this lodge - they are truly incredible! The staff are very attentive and tuned into guests needs. The schedule has some flexibility (which most other safari places don't) and our ranger Declan and tracker Sam were out of this world fantastic! We will most definitely be back!
Response from The Impodimo Team on 10 May 2016
Hi Andrew & Claire Thanks for such a wonderful review. I am so pleased to read you had a wonderful stay and that Declan and Sam were fantastic. They both wish you well. We most certainly hope so see you back again. Best wishes

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 17 Oct 2015
Thank you for your wonderful star rating. We are pleased to know that you had a wonderful stay with us.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was amazing and the staff was more than wonderful and polite. We were able to see lots of game during our two-day stay and had an amazing time with our ranger Patrick and our game companions. Only con is I wish the doors were sealed better to avoid having insects coming in
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 17 Aug 2015
Good afternoon Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We have recently changed all the doors in the rooms to minimize the space to reduce the chance of insects entering the rooms. We hope to see you back at Impodimo in the future.

10/10 Excellent

yuval and laure, brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Outstanding experience. Safari was amazing, the rangers are very knowledgeable and passionate about conservation. The hotel is exquisite in terms of rooms, dinning and facilities. Tre staff were professional, friendly and a joy to interact with.
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 17 Aug 2015
Dear Yuval & Laure Thank you for your wonderful review. We appreciate your positive feedback. Our rangers are a true asset to our team. We look forward to having you back at Impodimo again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellente service met geweldige gamedrives
Impodimo Lodge is een echte aanrader voor wie op zoek is naar een rustig, luxe verblijf met enerverende game drives. Wij zagen de big 5 in 1 tour! We waren zelfs zo gelukkig om een luipaard zijn prooi te zien opeten. Het eten is ook gewoon erg goed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket bra lodge och safari
Väldigt nöjda med både boendet och safari. Vår ranger Rowan och tracker Sam bidrog till att det blev en sån bra upplevelse, otroligt kompetenta och trevliga. Skulle varmt rekommendera Impodimo till alla som funderar på safari i Madikwe. De flesta som arbetade på lodgen var trevliga och service minded men av någon tråkig anledning var serveringspersonalen inte så trevliga och såg ofta sura ut. Förutom det var det en fantastisk upplevelse!
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 4 Apr 2018
Good morning Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. We are thrilled to hear you had a good time at Impodimo. I am sorry to hear that you found our wait staff unfriendly. We will ensure that this does not happen again We look forward to having you back at Impodimo Warm Regards

10/10 Excellent

Margret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tiere im Überfluß!
Wir hatten immer wunderbare Game-Drives, wo wir die Big Five alle gesehen haben.Allein 4 Leoparden,9 Nashörner und viele Löwen.Unser Guide Ruan war zwar nicht der gesprächstigste und auch nicht emotionsvollste ,aber er hat immer versucht die Tiere zu finden und die beste Postion zum Fotografieren.Unser Tracker Sam hat ihm dabei wunderbar geholfen.Das Essen war phantastisch! Am letzten Abend erhielten wir noch ein Ständchen von einer Angestellten.Wir dürften für die letzten 2 Tage noch in Haus Nr.1 umziehen,von wo wir einen tollen Blick auf das Wasserloch mit vielen Tieren hatten.Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder dorthin fahren.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Impodimo on 16 Mar 2018
Dear Margret Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are all thrilled to hear you had an amazing time We will hopefully see you soon! Warmest Regards The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort safari
Comfortable option for safari with high quality lodge and service. Great ranger to help and find all the animals. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Impodimo on 6 Feb 2018
Good morning Thank you so much for taking the time to review our lodge. We are absolutely thrilled to hear you had a great time. We look forward to having you back at Impodimo in the not so distant future. Warmest Regards The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Africa feeling.
Tolle Unterkunft mit direktem Blick auf die Wasserstelle. Kompetente Guides, freundliche und zuvorkommende Mitarbeiter. Sehr schönes Reservat. Safarivehikel in oldstyle, ohne störendes Dach und hinderliche sidepanels wie mittlerweile z.B. im Kruger vorgeschrieben..
Response from Melissa Stuckenberg on 1 Nov 2016
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the ultimate safari experience on our beautiful open game veiwers. We hope that we have left you with many amazing memories to one day bring you back to Impodimo and experience many more. The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Alice & Gian, San Marino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bella esperienza
Il costo non è basso.. Circa 400 euro a notte ma fare 2 notti qui è un'esperienza da fare! Ci sono 2 Safari al giorno uno la mattina è uno nel pomeriggio. Tutto il personale è gentile e competente. Le camere sono fantastiche e dotate di tutti i confort. Concedetevi questa esperienza non ve ne pentirete.
Response from Melissa Stuckenberg on 1 Nov 2016
Thank you Alice & Gian for taking the time to review your experience with Impodimo Game Lodge. We are proud that we could offer you an amazing experience with us. We hope to see you at Impodimo some day soon. All the best The Impodimo Team

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
camere spaziose con vasca e doccia sia interna sia esterna. salottino e patio.

10/10 Excellent

Guido, Piacenza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stupendo lodge nella Madikwe Game Reserve
Esperienza unica in un lodge da favola. Abbiamo soggiornato due notti e fatto due safari. Il personale è attento e disponibile, il cibo è eccellente e le camere sono confortevoli e pulite. Che chiedere di più?
Response from Melissa Stuckenberg on 1 Nov 2016
Dear Guido Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed every aspect of the lodge. We do hope to see you again one day. All the best The Impodimo Team

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Nantes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safaris
Des safaris d'excellente organisation, des guides très compétents, très pédagogues et de très bonne écoute. Les sites choisis pour les safaris très divers et très intéressants. Expérience inoubliable et fabuleuse.
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 18 Aug 2015
Dear Anne Thank you for your excellent feedback. We are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time with us. We do hope to host you at Impodimo in the future.

8/10 Good

Iris, HDH, Ba-Wü

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Natur und Wildnis pur.
Kein Zaun um die Lodge. Deshalb spazieren Wildtiere wie Elefanten direkt an der Terrasse vorbei und können Aug in Aug beobachtet werden. Tolles Erlebnis. Big five wurden auf den morgendlichen und nachmittäglichen Ausfahrten aus nächster Nähe gesehen. Viel gelernt durch Erklärungen des rangers. Einziger winziger Nachteil: Erklärungen kamen meist erst auf Nachfrage.
Response from Impodimo Game Lodge on 18 Aug 2015
Dear Iris Thank you for taking the time to review our beautiful property. I am pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay and safaris with us. I am sorry to hear that you had to ask your ranger to explain things to you and that he did not explain out of his own. We hope to see you back at Impodimo in the future so that you can once again experience the wonders we have to offer.

10/10 Excellent

Brunner, Zürich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Lodge inmitten Madikwe Game Reserve
Wir waren drei Nächte in Impodimo Lodge und wir hätten ohne weiteres noch länger bleiben können. Es war eines der Highlights unserer Südafrika-Reise. Die Lodge ist nicht wie viele andere in Madikwe Game Reserve mit einem Zaun umgeben. Von der Terrasse, vom Badezimmer, der Dusche, dem Bett, einfach von überall aus sieht man die Elefanten, Gazellen, Affen, Zebras und vieles mehr am Bungalow vorbeilaufen. Zum Teil sind sie so nahe, man könnte sie fast berühren (nur theoretisch). Neben dem Gästepool hat es ein grosses Wasserloch, an dem immer viel los ist. Sehr eindrücklich ist es, wenn die Elefantenherde vorbeikommt. Die Game drives am frühen Morgen und Nachmittag sind super. Der Jeep ist komplett offen. Somit bekommt man noch ein intensiveres Erlebnis. Der Ranger und Tracker machen eine fantastische Arbeit. Auf jede Frage wissen sie die passende Antwort und versuchen, den Gästen alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Gegessen wird in der Gruppe zusammen. Das Essen ist sehr gut und die Weinkarte hat eine schöne Wahl von südafrikanischen Weinen anzubieten. Am Abend wird man von "seinem" Ranger in den Bungalow begleitet, da man nie wissen kann, wem man auf dem Weg begegnen könnte. Impodimo Game Lodge können wir auf alle Fälle bestens weiterempfehlen für Reisende, die luxuriös inmitten der Wildnis übernachten, gut essen und trinken möchten und ein Erlebnis fürs Leben suchen.