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Experience world-class service at Pondoro Game Lodge

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 (Game drive traverse 30 000 acres). Pondoro has three architecturally designed chalets overlooking the Olifants River. Each chalet has been beautifully decorated with an African theme. All chalets have en-suite bathrooms (with a shower and bath overlooking the river), lounge area, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and a wooden deck. All our suites are air-conditioned and architecturally designed offering modern comforts in an ancient setting. Each suite is provided with a private wooden deck, Jacuzzi, lounge area and an outside shower for those who are adventurous at heart. A fusion of traditional African and modern European cuisine can be enjoyed on the wooden deck overlooking the river. Guests can taste fine wine from Pondoro’s extensive wine cellar or grab a snack at the bar. Meals and drinks included. Revitalize your mind, body and soul with classic spa treatments which range from a glass covered steam room, a spa bath under the wide African sky to a massage in the privacy of your room or visit our fitness centre. Morning and evening safari drives on open-topped Land Rovers, bird-watching and nature walks are included. Experienced guides will not only use their knowledge and bushcraft to try and show you the Big Five and other plains game, but they will do their best to paint memories of an Africa that will never fade away. A nature walk with an armed guide would add the thrill of encountering animals on foot.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Options with:

    • River view

    • Terrace

    • Free private parking available on-site


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  • 1 extra-large double bed

Elegantly decorated, these private and spacious suites overlook the Olifants river and feature an indoor and outdoor shower, a separate lounge area and a deck with jacuzzi.

1184 feet²
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi

  • Hot tub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Additional bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2
US$1,302 per night
Original price
US$4,945.05
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- US$1,038.46
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Total before taxes
US$3,906.59

US$1,302 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Max adults: 1
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US$1,236 per night
Price US$3,709
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. It is well laid out and right on the river
  • Go
    Netherlands Netherlands
    perfect hospitality by whole team ranger and tracker, Shadrack and Dion, worked amazingly and tried thier best to show us as much as possible during Safari nice river view from room, wild animals sometimes coming by
  • Lawry
    Australia Australia
    Excellent choice on all menus. Location was excellent
  • Tanya
    Australia Australia
    Exceptional experience. Staff were friendly & welcoming and really could not do enough for us. High standard of facilities. Luxury accommodation. Fantastic location on banks of Oliphant River. Animals able to wander through the property on their...
  • Nicholas
    Portugal Portugal
    Small scale with only 8 units. Luxury but all inclusive so no surprises. The staff were all charming and professional. The service and cuisine were exceptional.
  • Sophie
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The property is amazing, from the rooms to the intimate service - but most of all, because of the game drives. They went far beyond any of our expectations, our guide Solly & tracker Eckson made this truly special and we are definitely thinking...
  • Nicolas
    Belgium Belgium
    Great suites with view of olifant river and game. Amazing food and friendly staff.
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Just the most amazing game drives which such a friendly and fun team of ranger & tracker.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All the staff were great The location was great The rooms were great
  • Cherine
    Singapore Singapore
    To the Pondoro staff and in particular our guide Dewald and tracker Andres, thank you for the unforgettable experience! Dewald and Andres were very knowledgeable about wildlife, and we got to see the big 5 - including a leopard poised on a tree...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • European • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests are required to pay an entrance fee per car for the Balule Nature Reserve when arriving at the Olifants West gate. Prices vary according to type of vehicle.

Please inform Pondoro Game Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.