Pondoro Game Lodge
Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, 1380 Balule Game Reserve, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Staff was amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed our safari drives with Raul. Food was delicious!
United States of America
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. Pondoro has three architecturally designed chalets overlooking the Olifants River. Each chalet has been beautifully decorated with an African theme. All chalets have private 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 center. 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. The Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is 81 mi away. Hoedspruit Airport is a 60-minute drive from the camp.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Room service
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Bar
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James
United States of America“Staff was amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed our safari drives with Raul. Food was delicious!”
Augusto
Brazil“Exceptional experience. Top-notch service, where every staff member attended to us with great attention and joy. Luxury restaurant. The spa is definitely worth visiting. The room was spacious, comfortable, super clean, and with an incredible view...”
Kristen United States of America“Every single person working here went above and beyond!!!”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • European • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceRomantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Pondoro Game LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9.8
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Room service
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- River view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Game drives
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Express check-in/out
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Heating
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Open-air bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash is not accepted
Pondoro Game Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Pondoro Game Lodge
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Pondoro Game Lodge has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Room options at Pondoro Game Lodge include:
- Suite
- Chalet
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Pondoro Game Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Swimming pool
- Tour or class about local culture
- Full-body massage
- Game drives
- Spa facilities
- Walking tours
- Fitness
- Open-air bath
- Steam room
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples' massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
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Check-in at Pondoro Game Lodge is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at Pondoro Game Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Pondoro Game Lodge is 2.1 miles from the center of Balule Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Pondoro Game Lodge on this page.
