Malelane Accommodation at Kambaku River Lodge Hotel in Mpumalanga
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests17
  • Rooms/Units6
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights
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    • FEATUREPool

Kambaku River Lodge is a 5 star graded game lodge offering Malelane accommodation for tourists and visitors of Wild Frontier.

About Kambaku River Lodge

Kambaku River Lodge, built close to Malelane, on the banks of the Crocodile River, offers guests a luxurious retreat with a variety of accommodation options to choose from. Our close proximity to the world's most famous wildlife reserve makes us one of the best options when you are looking for Kruger National Park accommodation.

Your safari starts the moment you arrive at Kambaku River Lodge, as various animals can be seen coming to quench their thirst in the river below. Kambaku is also a bird lovers paradise - we have up to 220 species recorded at Kambaku River Lodge so far as well as a wonderful, fully equipped, photographic bird hide.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All of the Big 5
  • Game drives by arrangement
  • Self-guided game drives

Accommodation

Our luxurious Kruger Park accommodation is designed with your experience in mind. Each room displays a bit of our personality and a keen sense of detail, leaving nothing out so that you have everything you need.

Please see the individual room descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.

On Site Facilities

There are swimming pools, spa facilities and a superb viewing deck on the river for up close encounters.

Dining

Food is the way to anyone's heart. Our well-refined cuisine team will certainly find their way into yours! Each meal is tastefully thought of and our wines carefully sourced and paired to the meals. All meals are brought to your private patio that overlooks the famous Kruger National park, so that you may relax, enjoy the fire and enjoy the animals that come down to the river. Ingredients are locally sourced, and your health is our priority! Sipping wine around your nightly lit fireplace, whilst listening to the hippo orchestra and symphonies of the African bush.

Experience

Choose to Self drives or we will organise a safaris on an open vehicle for you at a surcharge with our experienced guide. Big five seen and amazing birding at the lodge. We can also arrange sunset drives and morning walks in the Kruger National Park on request.

The less active can enjoy big game viewing and bird watching while relaxing beside the pools at Kambaku River Lodge.

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • kitchen
  • kitchenette
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Fan(s)
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • Hi fi
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Private pool
  • Safe for valuables
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (with M-Net)
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Gym / fitness centre
  • Health spa
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Roof deck
  • Safe deposit box (reception)
  • Security (alarm system)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Food & Drink

  • Bar (honesty bar)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
  • Tour assistance

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Kambaku Luxury 2 bedroomed River House

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 8-18 years are allowed

Kambaku Luxury River House has accommodation for 5 guests. The house boasts 2 spacious bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms with a gorgeous view of the Crocodile River. Luxurious finishes and attention to detail with an open plan kitchen, lounge, dining room leading out to a covered patio overlooking the Crocodile River, complete this beautiful guesthouse. Private pool, overlooking the river and Kruger National Park, is available for the ultimate relaxation. Self-catering or the option to choose from Kambaku's delicious meal options will ensure that you never go hungry.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Joao Luxury River Suite

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

The Joao Luxury River Suite offers spacious, luxurious accommodation, with a stunning view of the Crocodile River. The room is equipped to self-cater but we offer the option of serving breakfast and evening meals to your private patio, so you can dine while overlooking the river. Sip a glass of wine from the lodge's South African wine collection whilst listening to the African orchestra of hippos. Spot the leopard as he passes by, even if you are having your shower! Book a body massage or let us arrange a safari into the Kruger National park with our knowledgeable guide Elvis.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Shawu Luxury River Suite

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

The Shawu Luxury River Suite provides guests with spacious, luxurious accommodation, and an unspoiled view of the Crocodile River, overlooking the Kruger National Park. The suite has an equipped kitchen for those wanting to self-cater while there is also the option of choosing our delicious meal options which will be served to your private covered patio. The patio looks out over a sparkling pool and beyond that, the Crocodile River, and its regular visits from the Big Five. Star lit nights can be spent sitting around the fire pit, listening to the sounds of the surrounding African bush. Late afternoons and evenings are best spent sipping cocktails whilst listening to a herd of African hippo snuffling in the river or the roar of a distant lion.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Mafunjane Luxury Honeymoon River Suite

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Mafunyane is our Honeymoon River Suite offering luxurious accommodation, with its own private plunge pool. This romantic and intimate suite, with a superb view of the Crocodile River, spacious king size bed, attention to detail finishing, as well as a kitchenette and barbecue/fire pit facilities, makes it the perfect place for visiting couples. When staying in this suit, you can choose to self-cater or take full advantage of our breakfast/dinner options. At night, fall asleep to a symphony of African sounds and during the day pay a visit to our Spa for that special massage treatment or let us book a round of golf for you at the famous Leopard Creek Golf Course. Sipping cocktails on the viewing deck while watching many of the visitors grazing on the river bank or frolicking in the waters, is the perfect way to spend your time with us.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Shingwedzi River Suite

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 8-18 years are allowed

The Shingwedzi suite provides luxury, spacious accommodation and is set slightly back from the rest of the suites, giving you more privacy. The accommodation has a partial view of the river, the lush garden and the Kruger National Park. The accommodation has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms but share a shower. The room has a self catering kitchen for meals. This room has an African Outdoor shower which opens out onto the garden, access to a sparkling pool and to the river deck which overlooks the Crocodile river. A covered patio, private garden, mountain and Kruger view, is the perfect place to enjoy a meal. The patio has a warming African fire-pit, the perfect place to sit on a cold evening. Guests will have access to our Dzombo Spa where they can indulge in some relaxation and they can request that we book a safari into the Kruger National Park with our experienced guide. For keen golfers, we can organise golf at the famous Leopard Creek Golf Course.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Ndlulamithi Luxury River Suite

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Ndlulamithi Luxury River Suite has accommodation for 2 guests. The Suite hosts a very spacious bedroom, with an en suite bathroom, gorgeous view of the Crocodile River and the Kruger National Park. Treat yourself to a massage session in our spa, or allow us to organize a safari into Kruger National Park. Are you an avid golfer? The famous Leopard Creek Golf Course is around the corner and we'll be happy to book a round or two for you.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation and breakfast or self catering depending on option chosen.

RATES EXCLUDE:
Personal expenses, gratuities, activities.

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Guest Reviews

17 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

Stunning place! The food was awesome, service very friendly and the accommodation had everything we needed. Looking out onto the river, seeing hippos up close and plenty of other game, was an absolute treat. On the safari we saw the big 5 - all in one morning. Would recommend!

December 2022

REanne v. (Johannesburg)

Verified reviewexcellent

Amazing hidden gem, Lee Anne and her crew are just wonderful .l We were cared for like kings but felt right at home. Their place is clean and there everything you can think of just like home. Animals were just across our room. Our food was served . We will definately come back.. P.s not forgetting kindness, politeness and professionalism

May 2021

CHRISTIAN M. (Middelburg)

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Need to Know

Response timeKambaku River Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren over the age of 6 are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Kruger Mpumalanga Airport - 42km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 9 years

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