Umbabat Nature Reserve Lodges

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Our top choices for Umbabat Nature Reserve lodges

A cozy outdoor bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden deck, and lanterns providing ambient lighting.

1. Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

Bushbuckridge

Raymond

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Xanatseni Private Camp

Klaserie Private Nature Reserve

JAMILE

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a natural backdrop of trees and greenery.

3. Khanya Conservation Camp

Phalaborwa

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A rustic house with a thatched roof, a porch with chairs, and a dirt path leading to another building.

4. Sefapane Lodges and Safaris

Phalaborwa

Tina

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden pergola with hanging lights.

5. Kubu Bush Lodge

Hoedspruit

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and a sunset view.

6. Kubu Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Grant

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A wooden deck with a fire pit and seating area overlooking a natural landscape.

7. Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

Bushbuckridge

Larisa

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

8. Balule Bushveld Safari Lodge

Phalaborwa

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden deck leading to a seating area with chairs and a table, surrounded by natural vegetation and trees.

9. Klaserie Drift Misava

Bushbuckridge

Stephanie

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the landscape.

10. Last Word Kitara

Bushbuckridge

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a thatched-roof structure, cushioned seating, and a fire pit.

11. Nyala Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Anonymous traveller

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the landscape, surrounded by wooden deck seating and a fire pit.

12. Mbizi Bush Lodge

Phalaborwa

Regina

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor dining setup with a table and chairs, surrounded by a natural landscape and a night sky.

13. Ivory Wilderness River Rock Lodge

Bushbuckridge

Amélie

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two grey armchairs, a round ottoman, and a view of a lake through large windows.

14. Simbavati Waterside

Bushbuckridge

Jesper

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Top Umbabat Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Simbavati River Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our 3 nights stay! The whole staff was very friendly and present when needed. We loved our drives with Sarah and Joseph, their knowledge, patience and enthusiasm made the drives extra special. They made great effort to see the animals we wanted to see on each drives. We saw the big 5 from really close, multiple times! We loved the terrace in our lodge facing the river, during breaks we would watch elephants, waterbuck and hippos cross the river. The food was diverse and very good. Ralph made sure we had everything we needed and was so welcoming."

Geiger's Camp by NEWMARK

8/10 Good

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Geiger’s camp, the staff, guide and tracker go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience. The staff was very friendly and outgoing and took the time to learn more about all the guests and take a genuine interest in where we came from and our different experiences. One thing that was a little disappointing for us was that we never got to have the boma experience, which was something we were really looking forward to. Also while the food itself was quite good, the menu consisted of main courses serving varieties of game meats. While I myself enjoyed it, it would have been nice to have a heads up or alternative options for those who aren’t feeling as adventurous. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay."

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Simbavati Hilltop is top notch! From the 9 times per day (yes, that is NINE times) that you are fed, to the staff, game drives, views and rooms! Not only do you have your own plunge pool overlooking the river, but there is also a shared, larger pool. There is also a daybed at the room, outdoor shower, fully stocked complimentary mini bar and very comfortable bed! We saw hippo and elephant from our room. On game drives, lions feasting on a giraffe, hyena and wild dogs interacting, 2 leopards and more. We have now stayed at all of the Simbavati lodges in Timbavati and Klasarie and they are all excellent! Highly recommend!"

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