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About this property
Elegant Accommodation: Somkhanda Game Reserve in Pongola offers a lodge with a swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and a coffee shop. Comfortable Amenities: The property features family rooms, a shared kitchen, and outdoor seating areas. Additional facilities include a picnic area, barbecue facilities, and a tour desk. Free on-site private parking is available. Natural Surroundings: Situated 42 km from Pongola Nature Reserve, the lodge offers mountain and garden views. Guests appreciate the convenience for nature trips and the attentive staff and service support.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kirsteen
United Kingdom“Beautiful unspoilt game reserve with a real feeling of being in the wild African bush. Accommodation was very comfortable and nicely decorated with attention to detail. The communal kitchen was very well equipped with 3 fridge freezers. Even a...” 
James United Kingdom“Excellent location. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Will visit again.”- Tietze
Germany“Bush feeling at its best. I was the only guest and everyone was super friendly.” - Johnny
South Africa“Friendly staff lovely location very comfortable and clean” - Peter Germany“Our previous visit was too short and we promised ourselves to come back again. Our stay this time was just as wonderful. Somkhanda is such a beautiful and unique game reserve and compared to many other lodges and private game reserves it is still...”
- Kevin South Africa“KARLA..Nokhutula..Riaan Taljaard is regtig die beste!! This place is a GEM! What a WONDERFUL experience. The food was SO delicious. Best service. Lovely lodge. Lovely pools. Clean. Friendly hosts.”
- Craig South Africa“In the bush, safe outside in the camp. Friendly staff”
- Rose South Africa“Loved the remoteness and wildness of the location, very peaceful. Had some good sightings of animals.”
- Gerd Germany“beautiful location, nice lodge, comfortable rooms, very friendly hosts. Meal and breakfast good. very good value for money. Next time we would stay at least 3 nights”
George South Africa“Really isolate and break from the city . Excellent game drive options and friendly staff . True getaway from the elements experience to connect with nature .”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Somkhanda Game Reserve 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.
Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
