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Lodges Pondoro Game Lodge

Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve, 1380 (show map)

9.8

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166 verified reviews

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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.

Formerly Pondoro Game Lodge

Before June 2019 Pondoro Game Lodge - All Inclusive was known as Pondoro Game Lodge

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Suite 2 - enter dates to see room photos

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.

Chalet 2 - enter dates to see room photos

This chalet features an private bathroom with the shower overlooking the river, an outdoor shower and a wooden deck.

Suite 1 - enter dates to see room photos

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.

Chalet 1 - enter dates to see room photos

This chalet features an en suite bathroom with the shower overlooking the river, an outside bath and a wooden deck.

Chalet 3 - enter dates to see room photos

This chalet features an en suite bathroom with the shower overlooking the river, an outside bath and a wooden deck.

Suite 3 - enter dates to see room photos

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.

Suite 4 - enter dates to see room photos

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.

Suite 5 - enter dates to see room photos

Each suite has a private wooden deck, hot tub, lounge area and an outside shower. 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.

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Facilities of Pondoro Game Lodge

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Restaurant, Room service, Special diet menus (on request)

Pools and wellness
Fitness centre, Hot tub, Massage, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Spa and wellness centre

Transportation
Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (surcharge), Shuttle service (surcharge)

Front-desk/reception area services
Concierge service, Express check-in/check-out, Private check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box

Common areas
Garden, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Additional bathroom, Air Conditioning, Bath, Bath or Shower, Bathrobe, Bathroom, Clothes rack, Coffee machine, Desk, Electric kettle, Entire unit located on ground floor, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Fan, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Heating, Hot Tub, Minibar, Mosquito net, Outdoor furniture, Patio, Private entrance, Riverview, Safety Deposit Box, Seating Area, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Slippers, Sofa, Tea/Coffee Maker, Terrace, Toilet, Towels, View, Wake-up service, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 21 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 13:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
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 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.

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9.8

Superb

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Nishant

“Lifetime safari memories, top notch service and high quality food”

10.0

29 Dec 2024

The resort is very thoughtfully decorated and the staff is super helpful. The food is of very high quality with daily changing menu's (Ala-carte) and the team is very flexible to cater any dietary and allergy requirements. The rooms are very spacious with built in snacks and drinks (on the house) overseeing the river and you can spot few animals from the comfort of your room. The safaris are long (4 hour each - morning and evening) but an amazing experience to understand and see the African wildlife. The team of rangers and trackers will go extra mile to help you spot the big 5. Special mention to Patricia (supervisor) and the entire kitchen staff, JD (manager) and the amazing team of rangers and trackers.

john

“Superb”

10.0

06 Dec 2024

All the staff were great The location was great The rooms were great

Andreas

“Superb”

10.0

25 Nov 2024

May the safari adventure begin while driving into Pondoro. A giraffe to the right, impalas to the left and an elephant herd of twenty in the center. Magic. Pondoro combines luxury with a touch of laidback style. Sit down to a sense of familiarity, but with hidden surprises in between. Game drives packed with experience and sightings. And the bush sound to fill your listening pleasures. What a perfect way to begin.

Cherine

“Superb”

10.0

09 Nov 2024

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 with its kill - and many other animals up close over a 4 day tour. Back at the lodge, everything from food to room had a personal touch. The kitchen did amazing breakfast (avo toast and Pondoro breakfast were our favourites) and exceptional starters, and the rooms were cleaned 2-3 times a day with a personal pick me up note each time. Truly a stellar experience!

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Lodges Pondoro Game Lodge

Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve, 1380 (show map)