Paula Marais, Author at Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Game Lodges in South Africa

Treat Yourself: Visit One of the Kruger National Park Game Lodges in South Africa

If you are looking for the ultimate treat, you should arrange a trip to one of the luxury game lodges in South Africa. Some of the best game lodges in the country are situated in or around the Kruger National Park. Visiting the Kruger Park and staying at one of these lodges is a deeply pleasant experience that you will never forget!

About the Kruger National Park

As one of the best attractions in the world, the Kruger National Park is a place where you can encounter a great variety of African wildlife, including the Big Five. It is one of the biggest game parks on the continent and covers an area of almost twenty thousand square kilometres. It stretches across parts of Mpumalanga and Limpopo , and it has been protected by the government since its inception in 1898, in order to keep the natural fauna and flora completely unspoilt. The Kruger National Park is fenced off to keep out hunters, intruders, and poachers, and access can only be gained through one of the nine strictly guarded gates which provide access to the different camps in the reserve.

There are 21 rest camps in the Kruger National Park, and also two private lodge concessions which include around 15 of the most luxurious game lodges in South Africa. Private companies own these pieces of land along with the local communities, and the management of these game lodges is usually outsourced to private individuals or businesses. The 21 rest camps provide highly desirable accommodation options that suit different budgets, including camp sites, tented camps, bungalows, rondavels, and highly memorable game lodges. The rest camps all have restaurants and basic shopping facilities for the use of guests, and the camps are securely fenced off to ensure the safety of the people within.

Game Lodges in South Africa

Game lodges can be found all over the south of the continent, but the game lodges in South Africa are particularly luxurious and exciting to stay in. The infrastructure and general facilities in this country is better than most African countries, and even the remote game lodges in South Africa are able to procure whatever they need. In the Kruger National Park, there are various lodges that are particularly wonderful to stay in, and Lukimbi Safari Lodge is one of the best lodges in the park, as well as a favourite amongst a great number of returning guests and visitors to the Kruger Park.

Choose Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in the south of the Kruger National Park, and easily accessible through one of the southern gates. Here you can experience not just the luxury that one would expect from the five-star game lodges in South Africa, but you will also be enamoured with the natural beauty and authentic African feel of the lodge. Our lodge was built with comfort and relaxation in mind; our lounge overlooking the river is one of the favourite places for our guests to chill after a hot day or to enjoy an aperitif in front of the artistic hearth on a cool evening. From here, you can see the animals coming to the river to quench their thirst, and you will be mesmerised by this spectacle. Guests also enjoy having moonlit meals in the glow of the fire at the outdoor African boma, or enjoy delicious fare on the wonderful deck overlooking the river. In addition to this, there is a great library with a wide variety of interesting books to enjoy during downtimes.

When it comes to accommodation, Lukimbi Safari Lodge is hard to beat. All our suites are creatively and tastefully decorated, have outdoor and indoor showers, and provide great views, private balconies, high-quality linen, mosquito nets, and all the modern conveniences one would expect from luxury game lodges in South Africa.

If you really want to treat yourself, you simply have to book a visit to one of the many stunning game lodges in South Africa, and Lukimbi Safari Lodge should be at the top of your list! Give us a call today to make your booking. You won’t be disappointed.

Kruger National Park Lodges

5 Good Reasons to Visit Lodges in the Kruger National Park

South Africa is a very popular tourist destination, and every year, millions of people flock to this country to experience the various attractions and wonderful activities that are available here. One of the main reasons why many people visit this country is to experience the Kruger National Park and to stay over at some of the most luxurious lodges in the park. Visitors who yearn for the perfect, authentic African safari experience are always happiest at one of these lodges, and Lukimbi Safari Lodge is one of the many different Kruger National Park lodges that provides guests with the most memorable African adventures.

The nature around these lodges is completely untouched, because it is a wildlife conservation area. This ensures that the magnificence of the natural setting remains unspoilt and completely authentic. The environment here is alive with creatures and plants of the wild, and the vibrancy of this park ensures that it remains one of the premier safari locations in the world. It is an outstanding destination for any lover of nature who is enamoured with the African ambience and atmosphere. Those in search of true natural beauty in all its fullness should spend some time at Lukimbi Safari Lodge, one of the most wonderful Kruger National Park lodges.

There are other great reasons to visit the Kruger National Park, and these include:

Millions of acres of unspoilt African landscape: Nature lovers who want to commune with the wild and untouched soils and landscapes of Africa have many hectares in which to do so. The park stretches across different environments, and the fauna and flora differ throughout the park. This means that there is a lot to see in the different areas of the Kruger Park.

Value for money: Because there are various camps, self-catering accommodation option, tented camps, and lodges to choose from, there is something that suits every budget. All the types of accommodations are varied and comfortable.

Easy to reach: Because the Kruger National Park is only a few hours away from O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, the park is easy to reach. You can travel by rental car, by coach, hire a transfer, and you can even fly to one of the luxurious lodges. The park itself is easy to access through one of the many different gates – you just have to pay attention to opening times.

Variety of activities: Staying at one of the beautiful Kruger National Park lodges provides you with much more than game drives and safari hikes! Depending on the lodge, there is a very wide range of activities to choose from, and even golf enthusiasts will find their share of joy at the first-rate Leopard Creek Country Club. Those who love bird watching will be spoilt for choice, because there are around four hundred species of birds to be found in their natural habitats throughout the park. Guided nature walks can be a total pleasure to experience, as all the guides are trained trackers and know the park very well, which means that they can provide a wealth of information about the fauna and flora in the park.

Premier accommodation in one of the luxury Kruger National Park lodges: If you stay in a lodge, such as Lukimbi Safari Lodge, you will never forget the experience, and you will always yearn to return to this fantastic, authentically African establishment. Five-star accommodation and cuisine are provided for guests, and the lodge can easily be accessed from the south. Here you will remain entertained and uplifted at all times, while you soak in the luxurious comfort provided by the lodge’s facilities. The lodge is situated on 37 000 acres of private land within the Kruger National Park, and we offer 16 large suites, tastefully decorated with the décor of modern Africa.

If you want to enjoy a luxurious stay at one of the best lodges in the Kruger National Park, call our team at Lukimbi Safari Lodge, and we will ensure that you have an experience that you will never forget! What are you waiting for? Contact us today, in order to avoid disappointment.

Accommodation Inside Kruger National Park

Why Most People Prefer Accommodation Inside the Kruger National Park

Up until the nineties, there was very little accommodation outside of the Kruger National Park that would be close enough for comfortable day trips, and people usually booked the few establishments that were available because they were cheaper. Nowadays, there are a lot of options that are virtually on the border of the park and very close to the gates, and as a result, it is not as cost-effective as it used to be to stay outside the park instead of choosing accommodation inside the Kruger National Park. There are also other reasons why people now tend to choose accommodation inside the Kruger National Park instead of on the outskirts, or outside the park entirely.

Better exploration: If you choose accommodation outside of the Kruger National Park, you have to be close to a gate, otherwise you end up travelling long distances each day to get your game viewing done. Those who choose accommodation inside the Kruger National Park can move from one camp to another, and as a result, they can explore a much bigger area of the park. Usually, people feel that the point of going to the park in the first place is to spend time in the park, as to explore as much of the park as possible. The camps in the park are also relatively close to each other, so if you don’t feel like a long drive on a particular day, you can choose a camp that is not too far away, and perhaps only spend some time in the morning or afternoon game viewing, and then relax at the camp for the rest of the time. It is very interesting to see how the terrain changes from area to area, and the fauna and flora changes along with the terrain. Staying inside the confines of the park allows you to experience these changes more vividly.

Immersion in the environment: If you choose accommodation inside the Kruger National Park you can become fully immersed in the environment, the setting and the atmosphere of the camp. It is one of those experiences that just cannot be repeated elsewhere, and if you stay outside of the camp you never really get the full experience and feel of the camp, especially at night. There is something really special about being inside the camp for a while – it is like a little world away from the world, and the feeling practically immediately changes once you leave the gates of the Kruger National Park.

Great accommodation inside the Kruger National Park: There is a wide range of accommodation inside the park. You can choose from luxury five-star lodges where you can experience just about every conceivable luxury, or you can choose from chalets, tented camps and other, more basic types of accommodation that will suit your budget better.

Why You Should Choose Lukimbi Safari Lodge

If you are looking for accommodation inside the Kruger National Park that is a true combination of the wild and luxury, Lukimbi Safari Lodge is the place to be. Located only 26 km from the Malelane Gate, it is perfectly situated for easy access to the park and all the wildlife you can handle! The lodge is built in true African style – thatch roof, wooden walkways and balconies, private suites, pristine swimming pool, fine dining, and many more.

The suites at Lukimbi contain high windows overlooking trees, and a private balcony overlooking the scenery below where you can spot game coming in for an evening drink in the watering hole nearby. Suites also contain indoor and outdoor showers, luxury linen, tasteful décor, and the feeling of the African bushveld dominates wherever you go in the lodge. Premier suites have their own private swimming pools and private decks, and all suites are equipped with everything that one would expect from a five-star establishment – and more!

There are also several activities that Lukimbi can offer you, including guided walks, as well as game viewing safaris in the morning and the afternoon – this way you can see the wildlife in the Kruger from an open game drive vehicle. A highly experienced and trained guide will provide all the information you need about the environment and the animals, and you will be thrilled by what you encounter along the way!

If you are looking for accommodation inside the Kruger National Park, please give us, at Lukimbi Safari Lodge, a call to make your booking today!

4 Top Tips to Experience Luxury Kruger Safaris at an Affordable Price

A lot of people and families have the long-held dream of going on a luxury safari at some stage of their lives. While it can be easy for residents of African countries to experience what the bush has to offer on a budget, very few South Africans actually have pockets as deep as foreigners, and luxury Kruger Safaris usually just end up being pipe dreams that are never realised.

Luxury safaris can be incredibly expensive – sometimes ridiculously so, and the average income for most people just do not allow such expense for luxury. This is why they choose to go on holiday in cheaper places or stay in the budget accommodation sections or camping sites of the game reserves.

There are, however, ways and means to experience luxury Kruger safaris if you are clever. Clearly, they will still cost more than your average holiday, but if you plan well and you save up a little, a luxury safari during which you can stay in a five-star lodge for less than you think may well be in your future!

Here are some things you can do to make it possible to experience luxury Kruger safaris without having to re-mortgage your home:

Choose low season: If you are prepared to take the kids out of school for a few days (it is cheaper during term time) and don’t mind some rain, you can go to the Kruger during low season and save a bunch of money. Usually the seasons depend on rainfall, and as a result high season usually falls during the dry season, which is in winter. Because it is dry this time of year it is easier to encounter animals at watering holes and it is easier to spot game because the vegetation is not as lush and thick as it is during rainfall season. It is also not as hot as in summer. If you, however, have your heart set on luxury Kruger safaris, then there is no better time to shave some cash of the price of accommodation and just about everything else. There are other wonderful benefits of going in low season too – the landscape is green and vibrant, and the rains are refreshing and make for highly spectacular sunsets and sunrises. Animals usually have their babies during low season, so you will also have a rare opportunity to encounter newborns and young animals.

Drive yourself: Forget about the luxury coach or flying there. Fill up your car, get some snacks for the road and drive there yourself. Taking your own vehicle also gives you more freedom to explore the park at times that suit you and you don’t have to be bound to the game viewing schedules of other tourists enjoying their luxury Kruger safaris. There are fewer vehicles on the road during the low season and there are a lot of places to explore inside and out of the park if you feel a bit adventurous.

Focus on the accommodation: The thing that turns ordinary safaris into luxury Kruger safaris is usually the accommodation. During low season you can get some really good deals from luxury lodges because they are not fully booked. During this time, they usually also feature great specials and push promotions. If you can save money elsewhere, you can splurge on accommodation, and this will ensure that you can experience all the luxuries, the fine dining and the plush accommodation that will turn your safari into sheer luxurious enjoyment.

Get an expert to help: Because most of us do our own bookings online nowadays, we forget that there are experts out there to help. Some travel agents or safari bookers specialise in luxury Kruger safaris and they have their fingers on the pulse of all the new lodges, specials and promotions when it comes to anything safari related.

If you thought that luxury Kruger safaris are way out of your reach, think again! And if you are looking for a great place to stay that will provide you with all the safari lodge luxuries you dream of, contact us at Lukimbi Safari Lodge today to check out our specials and promotions.