Title: aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=3869238&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa ## Photo gallery for aha Bongani Mountain Lodge ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - aha Bongani Mountain Lodge (Kruger National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3869300/3869238/4ab127b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sun deck - aha Bongani Mountain Lodge (Kruger National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3869300/3869238/f38b6716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - aha Bongani Mountain Lodge (Kruger National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3869300/3869238/2b271aba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - aha Bongani Mountain Lodge (Kruger National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3869300/3869238/8b41ee48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - aha Bongani Mountain Lodge (Kruger National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3869300/3869238/446ed89e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in a regional park, aha Bongani Mountain Lodge offers a perfect nature retreat. Guests enjoy English breakfast, spa aromatherapy treatments, and two outdoor pools. Families love the ecotours and the rooftop terrace with breathtaking views. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Spa - Bar - All-inclusive - Room service - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=3869238&PinnedHotelID=3869238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - 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Treat yourself to a facial, a hot stone massage or a body wrap at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Bongani, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as ecotours. Guests can also expect to find a free daily manager's reception, a rooftop terrace and a garden. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services and a porter/bellboy - Barbecues, a gift shop and 1 meeting room Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as perks such as safes and bathrobes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries - Separate sitting areas, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping ### All-inclusive details All-inclusive room rates at aha Bongani Mountain Lodge are available. 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19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=24341&PinnedHotelID=24341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception ### Restaurants on site - Bongani ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools - 24-hour pool access - Children's pool - Ecotours - Full-service spa - Gym ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference centre (323 square foot of space) - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a regional park - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Hot stone massages - Manicures/pedicures - Spa open daily - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Built in 1981 - Designated smoking areas - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Partially-open bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Ceiling fan - Connecting rooms available - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 3 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: ZAR 350 for check-in between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 350 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Transfers from the Welcome Center takes place at noon, 1 PM, and 3 PM. If planning to arrive outside any of these times, guests will incur an extra charge of ZAR 350 (per vehicle, per way). Guests are advised to contact the property in advance and coordinate their arrival around these times. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR 170 per person, per night. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500 per person (one-way) - Late check-in fee: ZAR 350 for check-in between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM - Late check-out fee: ZAR 350 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 24-hour pool access Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Bongani Bongani Lodge Bongani Mountain Bongani Mountain Kruger National Park Bongani Mountain Lodge Kruger National Park aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Hotel aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Kruger National Park aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Hotel Kruger National Park ## Frequently asked questions ### Does aha Bongani Mountain Lodge have a pool? ### Is aha Bongani Mountain Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at aha Bongani Mountain Lodge? ### What time is check-in at aha Bongani Mountain Lodge? ### What time is check-out at aha Bongani Mountain Lodge? ### Does aha Bongani Mountain Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at aha Bongani Mountain Lodge? ### Where is aha Bongani Mountain Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## aha Bongani Mountain Lodge Reviews ## Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 9.6/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Megan 6 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Back to Bongani We first stayed at Bongani Mountain Lodge 15 years ago and returned when we saw it on special over new year. Not much has changed in 15 years. We had a nice time - the food was good and our ranger and tracker were pleasant and informative. I would not rate this lodge as luxury. The room, with a queen size bed, had seen better days and with the thatch roof and poor choice of tiles it always seemed a bit grubby. The game viewing is not great. There are not many animals to be seen and as much as the ranger provided interesting info about what we did see - if you are after real Big 5 game viewing this is not the place for you. The food appealed to South African tastes and there was a good choice. If anything the compressed times because of lockdown meant that we were fed a little bit too much over a shorter space of time. I don't think I would rush back to Bongani and would have been seriously disappointed if we had paid full price. It was nice but not amazing. ##### Megan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole, Johannesburg 31 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is clearly advertised on Expedia that it is in Kruger Park - it is not inside the park, but in a game reserve next to it - so slightly misleading as I was under the impression that it was INSIDE Kruger! Also, if you follow Google Maps it gets you horribly lost - after reading a ton of reviews the day before the trip, we realised we had to contact the lodge directly for written directions or we should call them when we get to the point (or when you get lost). It’s not in the nicest locations so getting lost is quite unsettling. It should also be recommended to arrive with a vehicle that has good ground clearance as the gravel road is quite bad in places. However, after arriving at the Welcome Centre to park your car and take a 30 minute drive up to the lodge - it was wonderful. All staff (namely Pascal) were so friendly and accommodating and immediately felt relaxed. The head Chef was great and willing to accommodate any request thrown at him. The game rangers were AMAZING! We had Wonderboy and Sandile. We then had Jabu and Thokozani - who were so knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour - there was no question left unanswered and looked forward to the drives with them. The food was great and the accommodation was lovely (could start replacing the bed linen as it is ripped and got holes), but overall clean and comfortable. ##### Nicole Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great experience Great experience and fantastic accommodation. The highlight of the trip was the hospitality and friendliness of all the staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BillyCraigens, New Jersey USA 25 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and spacious.Cleaned twice daily.Best bed I’ve slept in👍 ##### BillyCraigens Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laleh 23 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quick safari holiday Great experience and amazing staff! Food was delicious and game drives were amazing ##### Laleh Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Cindy 22 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best staff EVER!!! The staff,the food and game drives were fantastic!!! I do believe that the chalets could be upgraded a bit. I felt that the drive to the welcome center was not a nice drive and better signs needs to be set up and warning of the cattles and bad roads needs to be stipulated. The staff are wonderful each and every one of them!!@ ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/23D15F7EEFBA05D5D76F475B98CBFD77060C47481577012550773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Cindy Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lugar lindissimo!Bungalows muito confortaveis.Piscinas com vista maravilhosa. Muita comida ,nem sempre saborosa.Muitos elefantes impalas e girafas.Poucos leoes.Obrigado Rose,Omega,Wonder e mama Afrika ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was an adventure and all the staff were very enthusiastic, we had s very pleasant stay in a wonderful environment ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Hans Jørgen 23 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bongani Mountain Lodge with an incredibly scenery My family and I stayed at Bongani Mountain Lodge 3 nights in January 2019\. We arrived in a SUV rental car and used the route instructions on their website. The route from N04 and up to the parking area at the lodge was extremely difficult as the gravel road was filled with large holes and very large stones. Absolutely no way for an ordinary rental car. Only with very great success, we avoided getting the car destroyed. Without a 4x4 it may not be possible to run this way. We strongly recommend choosing the road through the village although it is longer it takes only half the time to drive. When we arrived at the lodge, we had a fantastic stay. Every morning and every evening we were driven around on game safari of our ranger Absalom and his assistant Juba and the silent young man. The area is a mountain area where we do not have the opportunity to see the animals in advance, but we drove up and down the mountains and into the bush to find the animals. Our ranger Absalom was very professional and could show us the very fascinating places, animals and birds. He also has an incredible knowledge about wildlife and the area. The rooms in the lodge were big, nice and clean. Staffs were very service-minded, helpful and welcoming. The first night in the lodge we were served food which was really good. On the second day several guests arrived and the restaurant was turned into a buffet. A little more attention on the food would be appreciated. ##### Hans Jørgen Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This lodge was awesome. Great accommodations and great staff. Highly recommended. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Our stay at Aha Bongani could not have been better: all meals were included, food was excellent, game drives by experience drivers, very personalized service, excellent amenities and accomodations, etc. The staff was outstanding, accomodating all our requests and much more. The lodge is a bit isolated in the mountains, but easy to reach by the shuttles provided by the hotel. It is also close to Malelane Gate of Kruger Park. Frankly, this is an extremely good value for the price paid, I would return anytime. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul, England 25 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful experience, only marred by there manager having to ask me for more money, as your agent put that the two rooms I booked were single occupancy both my name which I did notice but thought was printing error. As I ask especially for one twin and one double for four people,and surely there would of been a single occupancy surcharge. I would be interested on your thoughts Paul Davies ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolas, Rabastens 9 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un merveilleux moment Nous avons terminé notre séjour en Afrique du sud dans ce sublime lodge. Cet endroit est paradisiaque, la vue est époustouflante, les chambres magnifiques et la décoration de très bon gout. Le petit déjeuner est bon et copieux, les repas sont eux un peu simples et un peu moins à la hauteur de l'établissement. Nous n'avons pas eu de chance lors des safaris car nous avons vu très peu d'animaux mais les paysages sont tout de même exceptionnels. Merci pour ce bon moment. ##### Nicolas Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente experiência Excelente hotel com safaris diários e próximo do parque Kruger. Recomendo para quem quer ter uma verdadeira experiência de Safari ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristi, Chicago, IL 3 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mountain Lodge Safari My husband and I visited the lodge with our two children over the holidays and we had an excellent experience. They were very accommodating for the children as well. Lovely mountain lodge with friendly staff and good food. Rooms were comfortable and well appointed with private decks. Impalas and monkeys would roam around the property during the day. We went on three safaris during our trip and saw a ton of animals; zebra, giraffe, rhinos, Impalas, Cape Buffalo, and a herd of elephants. Lots of birds and lizards as well. The pool and sun deck were very relaxing with amazing views of the mountains and valley below. Beware, the lodge is not easy to get to. We followed Google Maps to get to the lodge and it brought us on a treacherous route. We ended up having to turn around and go back to the beginning of town where we saw a sign pointing to the lodge. Be prepared with directions before you go and follow the sign for the lodge. You will first enter the reserve and then proceed to the welcome center where you will park and leave your car. A guide will then escort you up the mountain to the lodge in an Land Cruiser, a mini safari in itself. Once you get there you’ll realize it was worth the extra effort. Enjoy! ##### Kristi Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 May 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unvergesslicher Aufenthalt Wir waren 3 Tage in dieser wunderschönen Lodge. Die letzten km der Anfahrt sind etwas mühsam über Stock und Stein, aber einmal angekommen starten unvergessliche Tage. Die Unterbringung ist phantastisch, exothisch mit Stil. Das Personal ist zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Ganz besonders hervorzuheben sind die Ranchers, die durch ihren erfahrenen und respektvollen Umgang mit Menschen und Tieren jeden Gamedrive zu einem ganz besonderen Erlebnis machen. Wir wären gerne länger geblieben und werden sicher wiederkommen. ##### Verified traveller ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 15 Apr 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### I'm With The Elephants Totally misrepresented by Hotels.com I booked many rooms more than half bore no resemblance to description on net, for a start no plunge pool half were duplex style dark smelly and shared postage stamp balcony. The others were stand alone as booked with bath were OK I paid exactly the same money for two different so called villas. My friends with the terrible villas were in tears so a few were moved the next day as they were fully booked the first night these were the lucky ones the others just had to wallow in the sub standard accommodation. Game very few and far between. We were told that a herd of elephants broke down the fence and went to Kruger I'm with the elephants. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Wolf, Deutschland 13 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Der große Irrtum In unserer Reisebestätigung stand die Option, vom Airport abgeholt zu werden. Wir schrieben eine Mail, dass wir dies gerne in Anspruch nehmen würden, vom Airport Johannesburg - keine Reaktion. Deshalb telefonierten wir und erhielten eine Bestätigung. Allerdings sagte niemand, das der Regionalflughafen beim Kruger Nationalpark gemeint ist, nicht der in Johannesburg. So warteten wir in Johannesburg vergeblich.In der Lodge schien sich für unser Problem niemand zu interessieren, auch nicht bei der Ankunft dort. Das hat uns nicht nur einen halben Urlaubstag gekostet, sondern auch viel Geld für den privat organisierten Transfern. Dies hat unseren ansonsten sehr schönen Aufenthalt getrübt. Insbesondere die täglichen Safaris mit unserem tollen Guide waren ein großes Erlebnis. ##### Wolf ### 10/10 Excellent #### Haren, new jersey 12 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very nice hotel near Kruger and there own safari Excellent But expedites representative gave us wrong information about Kruger safari and airport pick up charges ##### Haren ### 8/10 Good #### Luc 5 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel and nice staff Hotel is perfect but we were disappointed with games drives, we didn't saw much animals, no elephant, no lion, no leopard, 1 Girafe, much buffalo, a few rhino and a lot of impala... Jabu out diver was really cool ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s927-p0f7cae10-d381-11e6-b340-cea531f716f3-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1669-p192f9710-d381-11e6-81c2-9ac011b92c68-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Luc ### 10/10 Excellent #### GM, São Paulo 1 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing place for Honeymoon or just vacation! We spent 5 days of our honeymoon in the hotel, and it was amazing! When we arrived the staff welcomed us with wet towels, to refresh from the heat. Since we were honeymooners, the hotel gave us the best room, with the most amazing view. We could see animals from our room, and take a shower in the open air (Yes, there is a shower in open air in every room!) contemplating the breathtaking view. Also, there was a cold champaign waiting for us when we first arrived in our room. The food is amazing, and you have option to try some different ones. Breakfast is great, with many options to choose. Staff is great and very attentive. The view of one of the pools is amazing, from there you can see the reserve and some animals if you get lucky - we saw giraffe, hyenas, buffalos and rhinos (2 of the Big 5!!). Totally recommend!! ##### GM ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gilson 12 Dec 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort O hotel é fantástico e tem um vista linda. Animais circulam livremente. O pessoal é muito cordial. Mas é um Safari aventura pois é na montanha. ##### Gilson ### 8/10 Good #### marianna, Rio de Janeiro 30 Aug 2016 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness #### Estrutura e game drives incríveis, refeições não Pontos positivos: Contato com a natureza e animais, ótimos game drives (destaque para motorista Simon), estrutura do lodge, quarto lindo, confortável e vista incrível do vale e animais. Ficamos no quarto 13, solicite este ou o 24 para vistas para o vale. Pontos negativos: Limpeza dos quartos e lençóis deixa a desejar. Por ser em um local afastado e ter todas as refeições inclusas no valor das diárias nos decepcionamos bastante. Poucas opções de pratos servidos no buffet, não muito saborosos. Em nossa opinião, o almoço é a pior refeição oferecida. Café da manhã é bom, jantar razoável. Salada não é lavada corretamente, por duas vezes encontramos folhas sem limpeza adequada. Sinal de wifi funciona apenas na recepção e é muito fraco. O wifi ficou sem funcionar durante um dia inteiro enquanto estivemos no hotel. ##### marianna ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 3 Aug 2016 No cats or wild dogs seen on our drives. Wonderful scenery and excellent driver. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Eric, Paris 6 Feb 2016 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Great place for a beautiful 2-3 days break. Very nice lodge, with Safari in a relatively small reserve, which means you are pretty sure to see most animals from quite close. Possibility also to access the Kruger park, with an extra charge. The personnel is professional. 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